Penrhos College

What are the dispositions, skills and values we are looking for in our next generation of women?  What do we want our graduates to leave education equipped for?

Preparing girls for the future in our fast-changing and increasingly complex world is at the forefront of Penrhos College’s mission. Here, students are empowered and equipped with the confidence and skillsets to problem-solve, collaborate, innovate and become leaders.

Over recent decades, we have seen a transformation in the architecture of schools and educational learning spaces.

Particularly in these uncertain times, educational institutions need to readily demonstrate the flexibility and innovation necessary to meet changing market needs.

Gender gaps are particularly high in some of the fastest-growing study and career areas - like biological science, computer science and engineering.

In this fast-changing and increasingly complex world, Penrhos is proud to nurture positive rebels and change makers. We prepare girls with the confidence they need to stand up for themselves and for others - to collaborate and problem-solve, to innovate and drive positive change.

“Penrhos is proud to pioneer the way in STEM leadership for girls in WA,” says Principal Kalea Haran.

How is it possible to focus on innovation when we are engrossed in the day-to-day?These are difficult questions – but, at Penrhos College, we are determined to promote innovation and blue-sky thinking, and to not be distracted by the routine.

In this fast-changing and increasingly complex world, Penrhos is proud to nurture positive rebels and change makers. We prepare girls with the confidence they need to stand up for themselves and for others - to collaborate and problem-solve, to innovate and drive positive change.

Engineering is the cornerstone of the infrastructure, services, products and systems that serve Australia’s diverse population, yet still only 12% of the engineering workforce is female.

So, you want your daughter to build resilience and self-esteem? You want her to be happy and confident in an environment where she can be herself – free of stereotyping and harassment.

When I commenced as Principal of Penrhos College in 2021, there was much to be proud of.  Our vision – to inspire girls to become extraordinary women – has been a noble, and yet ‘real’ goal, and has been a key part of the success and wonderful community our school had been built upon.

As we kick off the new school year, fingers crossed for a more ‘normal’ year, with less Covid-related disruption, Penrhos is thrilled to be able to share the fruits of our last 18 months of collaboration and planning