Facilities

Set across more than 30 acres of leafy grounds and natural bushland in Sydney’s Hawkesbury region, with sweeping views to the Blue Mountains, Arndell Anglican College offers a truly distinctive learning environment where students from Prep to Year 12 learn, grow and belong on one connected campus. As a co-educational Christian school, Arndell combines an expansive, semi-rural setting with a strong sense of community, where over 1,250 students are individually known and supported by more than 150 dedicated staff.

Our purpose-built facilities are designed to enhance, support and extend every student’s learning journey. From the 500-seat John Lambert Performing Arts Auditorium and specialist Music Centre, to dedicated Junior and Secondary libraries, our spaces foster creativity, collaboration and academic growth. Students engage in industry-relevant learning through cutting-edge STEM and VET environments, including commercial-grade teaching kitchens, design and industrial technology workshops, and innovative makerspaces equipped with 3D printers, robotics and advanced digital tools. Our vibrant Visual Arts precinct features a photography studio and kiln, while inclusive technologies such as hearing augmentation systems in our classrooms ensure all learners are supported.

Beyond the classroom, Arndell’s renowned Agriculture program provides hands-on learning through our on-site farm, where students work with livestock and explore sustainable practices. Our extensive sporting facilities include multiple ovals, hardcourts, a large indoor gymnasium and strength and conditioning spaces, supporting both participation and performance. Student wellbeing remains central to the Arndell experience, with an on-site health clinic staffed by registered nurses, dedicated wellbeing spaces and access to professional psychological support.

Teaching Classrooms

Our teaching spaces are designed to support a variety of learning styles, with a combination of dedicated classrooms, shared environments and breakout areas across the College. Students learn in both stage-based and specialist settings, with access to purpose-built spaces for Science, TAS, Languages, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Sport, Business Services and Christian Education. These environments encourage collaboration, creativity and deep learning.

Libraries

Arndell features dedicated libraries in both the Junior and Secondary Schools, supporting a culture of reading, research and independent learning.

The Junior School Library includes a teaching area and Learning Pit, creating an engaging and welcoming space for younger students. The Secondary School Library provides flexible teaching areas and a quiet study space for senior students.

Students regularly access the libraries as part of their learning and for recreational reading, with both spaces also available as calm, supervised environments during break times. Both Libraries are open from 8:30am to 4:00pm.

Performing Arts

Our performing arts facilities include a 500-seat auditorium, rehearsal spaces and individual tuition rooms, providing a professional environment for students to develop their talents.

Students are offered a wide range of opportunities across drama, music and stage production. In the Junior School, instrumental programs are embedded within the curriculum, including a Year 3 strings program and Year 4 brass program. Each year, students showcase their skills in a full-scale musical production, highlighting both on-stage performance and behind-the-scenes expertise.

Sports

Arndell’s extensive sporting facilities support both participation and performance, including multiple ovals, hardcourts and a large indoor gymnasium suitable for a wide range of sports such as basketball, netball, volleyball, indoor soccer, cricket and gymnastics.

As a member of various sporting associations, students also have access to inter-school competitions and representative pathways.

STEM

Innovation and problem-solving are fostered through dedicated STEM environments across the College.

Junior School students engage in hands-on learning in a specialised STEM space equipped with 3D printers, robotics and makerspace tools. In the Secondary School, students utilise the Design Studio, featuring advanced technologies such as CAD computers, laser cutters, 3D printers and prototyping equipment, allowing them to bring their ideas to life.

Technology

Technology is seamlessly integrated into learning across all year levels. Classrooms are equipped with interactive smart panels, with Junior School spaces also featuring Apple TV.

Our 1:1 device program ensures every student has access to the tools they need, with iPads provided from Kindergarten to Year 4, Microsoft Surface devices in Years 5–6, and laptops for Years 7–12. This is fully supported through device provision, software and on-site technical support.

Recently refurbished learning spaces also include hearing augmentation systems to support students with hearing needs.

Visual Arts

Students explore creativity across a wide range of mediums in dedicated Visual Arts spaces for both Junior and Secondary School.

Our facilities include a specialised photography studio and kiln, enabling students to engage in both traditional and contemporary artistic practices within a well-resourced and inspiring environment.

Technological & Applied Studies (TAS)

Within the framework of the College's TAS curriculum, we boast a comprehensive array of facilities tailored to foster practical learning. Our Agriculture Farm stands as a testament to our hands-on approach to education. Students across the College have the opportunity to tend to animals, explore agricultural production and sustainable farming practises as well as participate in major Agricultural Shows throughout Sydney.

Our cutting-edge Vocational Education and Training (VET) facilities include two fully-equipped teaching kitchens, including a commercial-grade kitchen, and specialised facilities for Industrial Technology – Timber/Timber Technologies within our wood tech rooms. Additionally, we offer dedicated Information and Communication Technology (ICT) rooms with the latest hardware to facilitate student’s digital learning.

Expanding our TAS offerings, we're proud to provide two fully equipped Textiles teaching rooms where students can explore the intricacies of fabric and design. Our modern Design Studio is equipped with the latest tools and resources, including laser cutters, 3D printers and the latest computer hardware and design programs specifically curated for teaching Industrial Technology - Graphics and Graphics Technologies.

Play Spaces

A range of outdoor spaces are designed to support play, wellbeing and informal learning across all age groups, from Pre-Kindergarten through to Secondary School.

These areas provide opportunities for recreation, social connection and outdoor learning within the College’s spacious and natural environment.