St Andrew’s Cathedral School is a member of the Independent Sporting Association (ISA). This is a diverse group of 19 schools incorporating both co-ed
and single sex schools. Many of these schools are Sydney–based but ISA member schools  include schools from Orange, Bathurst, the Central Coast,
and Bowral.

Sporting options available to students also include competing within a community club environment and non-competitive options. The sports programme at St Andrew’s Cathedral School remains relatively consistent each year, but offerings may  be adjusted based on student interest. Sports with low participation or interest may not run in a given year and may also be reviewed for future inclusion in the programme. The table below outlines the expected sports options in 2027.

Students in Years 7 to 11

Sport is an important part of the St Andrew’s experience. Students in Years 7-11 participate in at least one sporting season each year, with many choosing to compete across both summer and winter.

2027 Sport choices

All families will be notified of the sports options in late Term 4, 2026.  This correspondence will provide details of each sport and the procedure for making selections.

Variation to Sport Commitments

While participation in sport is a condition of enrolment at St Andrew’s Cathedral School, a student may apply for a variation (or exemption) for their commitment. Reasons which might apply include high level commitment to other activities; injury/illness; or State/National representation in sports or other activities.

Applicants for a variation need to demonstrate their the reason for applying does not reasonably allow their participation in school sports. Information about applying for a variation will be provided to families when sport choices information is circulated in Term 4.

Co-curricular offerings – optional

There is an extensive range of co-curricular offerings at school and participation is encouraged. Please note that Winter Sport and any Music ensembles that you have selected take priority over any other co-curricular.

Please click on the link to view the Co-curricular Booklet, Year 7 to Year 12 – Term 2 2026.

Please click on the link to view the Activity Selection Guide.

General information

Training
The training commitment varies from sport-to-sport but most students are likely to be engaged in a sport which has weekday training after school along with Saturday competition. The majority of Middle School training is held on a Tuesday afternoon with Senior College training predominantly being on a Thursday afternoon. ‘A’ teams or Firsts teams usually have an additional Monday afternoon session.

While the majority of training follows the above pattern, there are exceptions because training sessions are subject to field/court availability and the size of the sport. Some training days may also be based on the capability of the participants rather than age or year group.

Venues
Our key sporting locations include Wentworth Park, Sydney University and the Centennial Park/Moore Park precinct but a range of other venues are used. Visit our website for more information on our facilities.

Transport
For most sports bus transport is provided from the school to training venues, returning to the school afterwards. However, depending on the venue some training may be accessed on foot or via public transport.

On Saturdays if the sports venue is within the Sydney metro area, students will be required to make their own way to and from the venue. For sporting events outside Sydney Metro area (for example, Bowral, Central Coast, Blue Mountains, and Bathurst) the school provides bus transport to and from the venue for students and staff.

Fitness Centre
St Andrew’s Cathedral School has a modern fitness centre located within the Sports Centre (Ground Floor SAH). This is open for all students to use before (6-8am) and after school (3.30-5.30pm) everyday. This facility is also open in selected times during the school holidays. There are dedicated staff present to cater for all students and provide them with personalised training programmes to ensure that all students achieve their goals.

High-Performance Athlete Development Programme
The High-Performance Athlete Development Programme (HPADP) at St Andrew’s Cathedral School is an innovative initiative designed to nurture student-athletes with the potential to excel at an elite level. Built on the principle of holistic development, the programme integrates both academic and athletic pursuits, ensuring that students are supported in balancing the dual demands of education and sport. By embedding a structured support system, the HPADP fosters an environment where athletes can thrive across multiple dimensions of their lives, from the classroom to the sporting field. Through its comprehensive offerings, the HPADP provides tailored support that includes one-on-one mentoring, sport education programmes, mental performance coaching, and access to high-performance service providers. The programme also establishes strong partnerships with national, state, and professional sporting organisations to create meaningful pathways for advancement. Targeting student-athletes from Year 5 to Year 12, its primary purpose is to deliver the tools, guidance, and opportunities necessary to elevate performance while maintaining academic success. In doing so, the HPADP positions SACS as a leader in school-based athlete development.

At St Andrew’s, sport is about much more than results. Through competition, training and shared experiences, students develop resilience, leadership, humility and teamwork, equipping them for success both on and off the field.