We know the volume of information when joining a new school can be overwhelming, so please see some important information for new students and families joining the College.
New Student Information
Welcome to Mercedes College. We look forward to you and your family joining our community.
We know the volume of information when joining a new school can be overwhelming, so please see some important information for new students and families joining the College.
Booklists
Books and stationery can be ordered online from the Mercedes College section of Campion. Requirements for each year level and information on how to order are available at that link.
Extra-Curricular Sport and Music Selections - New Students
Sport
Extra-curricular sport selections can be made online.
If you are new to the College, please sign up using the "first time user" box on the left.
If you are already a parent at the College with a new student joining and have used this system before, use the "current parent" box on the right. New students can be added to your existing parent account.
Music
Music selections can continue to be made all year. Please complete the following form.
For further information on extra-curricular programmes, please contact the following staff.
Years 2 - 7 Sport - Jeff Wray - (email address for new parents:jwray@mercedes.catholic.edu.au)
Years 7 - 12 Boys Sport - Josh Archer - (email address for new parents: jarcher@mercedes.catholic.edu.au)
Years 7 - 12 Girls Sport - Tamae Ninos - (email address for new parents: tninos@mercedes.catholic.edu.au)
Reception - Year 12 Music Tuition - Nicole Moxham - (email address for new parents: music@mercedes.catholic.edu.au)
Uniform Requirements | The College Shop
Uniform requirements are available here. A printed copy was also included in your welcome pack, along with our family information booklet.
The College Shop - Bookings Required
The College Shop stocks the complete range of Mercedes College uniform items. The shop is located on the ground level of the Catherine McAuley Building, directly opposite the Main Oval.
Please see trading hours. Due to COVID requirements, we ask that you book an appointment time online to ensure the College Shop staff are available to assist you.
Bring Your Own Device (Laptops / iPads) - 1: World Strategy
The College follows the 1:World learning programme for the use of technology, which aims to inspire creative thinking and collaboration, as well as extend learning beyond the classroom.
- Reception – Year 2 students are provided with a College owned iPad.
- Years 3-5 students are required to bring their own iPad.
- Years 6-12 students are required to bring their own laptops.
See the 1:World guide for more information on Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) requirements.
Mercedes College Café - Online Ordering
The Mercedes College Café provides daily specials that change each term. Parents of Junior School students can order online through My Student Account, which has already been setup for you, and have their lunch delivered to their classroom. Barista made coffee is available in the mornings for parents only.
See the Mercedes Café for more information on ordering online and the current menu.
The School Day Timetable
Students are expected to be at the College by 8:30am and are dismissed at 3:25am. See the full school day timetable and supervision requirements.
College Calendar
The College calendar can be viewed in web browsers and filtered by Junior, Middle or Senior School. There is also an iOS and Android app.
Parent and Caregiver College ICT Applications
In late January ahead of Term 1, new parents/caregivers who do not already have children at the College will receive activation emails for our key parent/caregiver applications. Parents of mid-year enrolments will receive access to applications upon starting at the College.
Transport Information
Mercedes College is serviced by a range of Adelaide Metro and private bus services. See all of the bus options for more information.
Visitor and Junior School parent parking is available via the Delamere Avenue entrance, where Junior School students may use the Kiss and Drop. See more information on parking and access to the College.