Clontarf Foundation

Happy Mother’s Day to all the special women in the lives of the young men in the Clontarf program.

Across the country, academies marked the occasion with breakfasts, morning teas, cake decorating, handmade gifts and plenty of appreciation for mums, grandmothers, aunties, nans, carers and role models.

Read more: https://clontarf.org.au/mothers-day-celebrated-across-clontarf-academies

Clontarf academies are back in action for Term 2, with boys across the country returning to morning training, welcome back lunches, academy activities and community events.

The first few weeks have been full of energy, laughter and positive starts to the school day.

Read more: https://clontarf.org.au/clontarf-academies-back-in-action-for-term-2/

The 2026 NSW Senior Carnival brought Clontarf boys from across the state together in Sydney for rugby league, leadership opportunities and career-focused experiences.

Congratulations to the Mid North Coast Region on claiming the 2026 title!

Read more: https://clontarf.org.au/boys-shine-during-2026-nsw-senior-carnival/

Clontarf academy members across the country marked ANZAC Day with strong attendance at Dawn Services, showing respect for those who have served.

From Darwin to Singleton, Port Hedland and Warrnambool, academy members were up early to stand alongside their communities and take part in a significant national occasion.

A highlight in Darwin saw academy members meet Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro and Federal Minister for Indigenous Australians Malarndirri McCarthy — a proud moment for those involved.

Read more: https://clontarf.org.au/clontarf-academies-mark-anzac-day-across-the-country/

Three Airds Academy (Campbelltown, NSW) members recently spent the school holidays at Australian National University as part of the Autumn School program.

Brayden Clayton, Kobe Whiting and Mordakyie Booth took part in hands-on engineering activities and explored potential career pathways. A visit to Mount Stromlo Observatory was a highlight, offering a close look at astronomy and science in action.

The program gave the boys a chance to spend time on campus and build their confidence in a new environment.

A massive thank you to our Clontarf Foundation Academy "hosts with the most" for keeping our staff well-fed and motivated during planning day by providing a fantastic morning tea.

We all know that we aren't at our best when we’re hungry! Having that extra boost of energy made all the difference as we worked through our goals and strategies for the upcoming term to best meet our students need.

Bring on Day 1 with our lovely students tomorrow! Term 2 let's go!