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We have been established to continue the Western Australian Presentation Sisters’ mission of empowering young people through Catholic education, building projects that enhance dynamic learning experiences and social justice.

14/03/2026

Did you know St Paul’s is part of a much bigger Presentation story?

St Paul’s was founded by the Presentation Sisters and is part of a wider network of Presentation schools inspired by the vision of Nano Nagle. This legacy of education, compassion and opportunity continues to guide our school community today.

Through this shared heritage, St Paul’s is proud to be connected with the Iona Presentation Foundation, which launched last year to support and strengthen access to a Presentation education across Western Australia.

As part of this partnership, eligible students at St Paul’s will soon have the opportunity to apply for financial support through a new bursary program. Initially awarding a bursary to one student each year, the program aims to support students who may otherwise miss out on the opportunity for a Presentation education.

We are proud to be part of the wider Presentation community and grateful for the ways this partnership will continue to support students and families here in Karratha.

More information about the bursary program will be shared in Term 2.

09/03/2026

This morning we were delighted to welcome Principals from Presentation schools across Western Australia for a special breakfast gathering ☀️

It was a wonderful opportunity to share more about our new Presentation Bursary Program, launching this year and inspired by the vision of Nano Nagle — helping ensure a Presentation education remains accessible to those who might otherwise miss the opportunity.

We were also privileged to hear beautiful reflections from several of the Presentation Sisters on the enduring values of inclusivity and 'paying it forward', values that continue to guide Presentation communities today.

Most of all, it was a lovely morning of connection, strengthening relationships between our Presentation schools and the Foundation, and celebrating the shared mission that brings us together.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to support the future of Presentation education.

02/02/2026

As students and staff return to classrooms across the Presentation community, we’re reminded why the work of the Iona Presentation Foundation exists: to support education shaped by justice, compassion and hope.

This term, we look forward to strengthening connections, championing opportunity, and helping ensure the Presentation mission continues to flourish at Iona Presentation College and beyond.

Wishing all students, educators and families a meaningful start to the term.

13/03/2025

Exciting news! On Friday night the Iona Presentation Foundation was officially launched at an event held at Iona Presentation College.

Over 100 guests from the WA Presentation community joined in the celebrations and had the opportunity to hear from Board Chairperson Joe O'dea about the Foundations vision and future plans.

The Foundations vision is to continue the Presentation Sisters' legacy, in the spirit of Nano Nagle, through the delivery of quality Catholic education and learning opportunities for young people in Western Australia.

The community will be asked to support three funds:
🧡Iona Presentation College Scholarship Fund
- Offering scholarships from 2027 to students who wish to attend Iona Presentation College.
🧡Iona Presentation College Building Fund
- Supporting the building masterplan of Iona Presentation College.
🧡WA Presentation Schools Bursary Fund
- Offering bursaries from 2026 to students who wish to attend a WA Presentation school.

❓Did you know? There are 19 Presentation schools in WA including Iona Presentation College, Notre Dame Catholic Primary School St Thomas' Primary School, Claremont St Augustine's Primary School, Rivervale St Paul's Primary School Karratha St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School Nagle Catholic College St John's School, Rangeway, Geraldton St Francis Xavier Primary School St Mary's Primary School Boyup Brook Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Southern Cross Assumption Catholic Primary School Mandurah Mandurah Catholic College St Mary's School Northampton St Brigid's School Collie St Mary Star of the Sea College St Michael's School - Brunswick and Sacred Heart Catholic School - Goomalling.

⭐️The special announcement at the launch evening was the very generous donation of $5 million from the WA Presentation Sisters to kick start the Foundation with the funds to be directed to the Scholarship and Bursary Funds.

If you are interested in learning more about the Iona Presentation Foundation and how you can donate and be part of a special community empowering young Western Australians, please visit www.presentationfoundation.com.au or email Kelli Evans, Executive Officer on [email protected]

21/01/2025

Meet Sister Marion Beard, Presentation Sister from Perth, who was educated at Iona Presentation College, and entered the convent in 1962.

Sr Marion has a passion for education with her main ministry in primary and secondary education. She is enthusiastic about the work the Iona Presentation Foundation can do to continue the Presentation charism and is appreciative of being part of the journey going forward.

20/01/2025

Iona Presentation College, named after the Scottish Isle of Iona, was founded on 11 September 1907, by five Presentation Sisters from Kildare, Ireland. They followed a call in the 1900s that brought them to Western Australia.

Today, the College preserves the rich tradition, charism and story of the Presentation Sisters that has transformed Iona from its humble beginnings to the highly sought-after Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 educational facility that it is.

16/01/2025

From the very beginning, the work of the Presentation Sisters has been rooted in the belief that a quality Catholic education for one young person, can empower a community, now and into the future.

It’s why the Presentation Sisters’ founder, Honora ‘Nano’ Nagle, devoted her life to the service of the poor and needy.

During her lifetime, Nano Nagle established and operated seven schools for girls and boys. By day she visited her schools and by night she supported those in need. Dark and treacherous work, Nano travelled by the light of a lantern, and became known as ‘the Lady of the Lantern’.

07/01/2025

Nagle Catholic College in Geraldton has a rich history, tracing its roots back to 1891 with the founding of Stella Maris College by the Presentation Sisters and St Patrick’s College in 1926 by the Christian Brothers.

These schools served the community for decades before merging in the late 1980s to form Nagle Catholic College in 1994.

Named after Nano Nagle, the College continues to operate with the Presentation Sisters mission in mind, providing a quality Catholic education to enhance dynamic learning experiences and social justice.

The College's motto “For Others” continues to guide its purpose today and into the future.

30/12/2024

Meet Joe O'Dea, Iona Presentation Foundation Board Chairperson. Joe has enjoyed a wonderful association with the Presentation Sisters, both professionally and personally.

His daughter, sisters and nieces all attended Iona Presentation College between 1980 and 2022.

Joe is the Executive Chairman of family company Bowra & O'Dea, with 48 years’ experience in the Funeral industry, including membership in both State and National associations.

He is currently Chair of the Western Australian Metropolitan Cemeteries Board and a Member of the Board’s Finance, Audit and Risk Committee.

27/12/2024

The Foundation's work calls Presentation people to light the way for through quality Catholic education. Our mission is to preserve the Western Australian Presentation Sisters’ legacy of empowering young people. The work of the Foundation will be deeply rooted in gospel values and the Presentation charism which has lasting relevance for future generations.

23/12/2024

Launching in 2025, the Iona Presentation Foundation exists to preserve the Presentation Sisters' legacy of empowering young people through Catholic education and social justice. The Foundation will be the light that Foundress of the Presentation Sisters, Nano Nagle saw, and will continue to flicker and shine. Help us continue this story and carry the lantern for young people so they can benefit from a Presentation education. Learn more and register your interests for 2025 - presentationfoundation.com.au

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36 Palmerston Street, Mosman Park

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+61451835018

Website

https://www.presentationfoundation.com.au/

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