What Iona Presentation College does

Iona Presentation College is a private, not-for-profit Catholic educational institution operating under Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) and founded in 1907 by the Congregation of Presentation Sisters (W.A.) Inc. It delivers a continuous Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 education across two adjacent campuses in Mosman Park, Western Australia: a co-educational Junior School (Pre-K to Year 6) on Buckland Avenue and an all-girls Senior School (Years 7–12) at 33 Palmerston Street. Enrolment totals approximately 1,320 students (970 Senior, 350 Junior). The academic product spans Religious Education, Literacy, Numeracy, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health, Languages (French/Italian), Arts (Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts), Digital Technologies, STEM/robotics, and Physical Education, with specialised tracks including ATAR and Access Learning pathways, an Academic Excellence program (da Vinci Decathlon, Mock Trial, Ethics Olympiad, Philosothon), and a Learning Enhancement team. Distinctive pedagogical features include Reggio Emilia–influenced Early Years learning, the Orff Schulwerk music approach with the Suzuki method for early learners, and a Digital Citizenship program. Co-curricular surface is broad at 80+ groups, supported by external partnerships with Camp Australia (OSHC), BusWest and Transperth (transport), Fremantle Rowing Club, Hooked Swim and Highlanders Swimming Club, The Resilience Project (wellbeing), MADALAH Limited (Indigenous scholarships), and the Nagle Education Alliance of Australia.

The institution generates revenue primarily through recurring tuition fees (annual billing cadence) supplemented by one-time application fees ($150), enrollment confirmation fees ($2,000), academic scholarships (25% or 50% tuition reductions), ancillary tuition fee remission via the Iona Tuition Raffle, and on-campus commercial streams (Uniform Shop, Canteen via Flexischools). Bursaries and scholarships are administered through the Iona Presentation Foundation philanthropic arm. Go-to-market is sales-led: open mornings, private tours, prospectus distribution, a bi-annual Iona Insight newsletter, and a sales-led enrolment process featuring interviews conducted 2–3 years prior to entry, a formal priority policy favouring Catholic families and past-pupil relatives, and an online enrollment application portal.

The commercial model is operationally mature but geographically concentrated in the Perth metropolitan area. The institution is privately governed (no public ticker, no PE/VC ownership), with no disclosed funding rounds, M&A, or subsidiaries. Distribution beyond the campus is supported by Transperth Route 107 and BusWest chartered bus routes serving approximately ten Perth suburbs, plus online uniform sales via Square and the IPPA online alumni portal (ippa.iona.wa.edu.au). External validation is evidenced by 100% WACE graduation rate, 20,000 hours of student community service in 2025, 85,620 hours of Year 12 co-curricular activity, 16,144 hours of community service by Year 12 students, and 2025–2026 competitive wins (Law Society of WA Mock Trial Grand Final Champions, Catalyst Young Visual Artist Award, Shaun Tan Award shortlist, Murdoch University Ngala Kwop Biddi scholarship).

Name

Iona Presentation College

Legal name

Iona Presentation College

Website

https://iona.wa.edu.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1907

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Iona Presentation College is a private, not-for-profit Catholic Pre-K to Year 12 school in Mosman Park, Western Australia, operated under Catholic Education Western Australia. It serves approximately 1,320 students across co-educational Junior School and all-girls Senior School campuses, funded primarily through tuition fees.

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Product category

Private Catholic K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Single-Sex (Boys/Girls) Private Schools (EDAJABAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Faith-Based Early Learning Academies (EDACADAH)

Keywords

• Catholic school education
• Primary secondary education
• Early childhood learning
• Girls secondary school
• K-12 education

Headquarters

HQ city

Mosman Park

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: The College generates revenue primarily through tuition fees charged to enrolled students. The fees cover the cost of dedicated teachers, exceptional resources, outstanding facilities and enriching programs. Fee schedules are published annually (2026 schedule available).
2. Application and Enrollment Fees: The College charges a $150 application fee upon submission of the online Enrolment Application form, and a $2000 enrollment confirmation fee upon acceptance of an offer.
3. Uniform Shop: The College operates a Uniform Shop located on the Palmerston Campus in the Old School House. The shop sells school uniforms and accepts both in-person and online purchases.
4. Canteen Services: The College operates a canteen providing food services to students, accessible via Flexischools online ordering platform.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Iona Presentation College is a Catholic school providing holistic education from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 across two campuses in Mosman Park, Western Australia. The Junior School (Pre-K to Year 6) is co-educational while the Senior School (Years 7-12) is all-girls, with programs spanning Religious Education, STEM, Arts, Languages, Sport, and academic extension. Revenue is generated primarily through tuition fees, with ancillary income from application/enrolment fees, the Uniform Shop, and the Canteen.

Product overview

Iona Presentation College is a Catholic educational institution in Mosman Park, Western Australia, offering a comprehensive Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 education across two campuses. The Early Learning Centre (Pre-Kindy to Year 2) and Junior School (Years 3-6, co-ed) occupy the Buckland Avenue campus, while the all-girls Senior School (Years 7-12) is located at Palmerston Street. The college provides a holistic education through core academic programs supplemented by specialist programs in Arts (Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts), Sports, Faith and Service, Academic Excellence, and Learning Enhancement. Additional offerings include Co-curricular activities, scholarship programs, the IPPA alumni network, and the Iona Presentation Foundation philanthropic arm. The institution operates approximately 80+ co-curricular groups and maintains partnerships with external service providers for transport, after-hours care, and swimming programs.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Learning Centre Play-based early childhood education program for children from Pre-Kindergarten (age 3) to Year 2, merging the Early Years Learning Framework with Reggio Emilia principles, delivered on the Buckland Avenue campus.
• Junior School Co-educational primary education program for students in Years 3-6, offering a broad and balanced curriculum with specialist-taught subjects including Languages (French), Digital and Design Technologies, Music, Visual Arts, Dance, Drama, and Physical Education.
• Senior School All-girls secondary education program for Years 7-12, offering ATAR and Access Learning pathways with subjects including Languages (French/Italian), Outdoor Education, Media and Film Production, Innovation and Technologies, and Religious Education ATAR.
• Junior School Arts Program Arts education comprising Dance and Drama, Music (using Orff Schulwerk approach with Suzuki method for early years), and Visual Arts, with co-curricular ensembles including Dance Club, Dance Troupe, String Orchestra, Concert Bands, Choirs, Percussion Ensemble, and Rock Band.
• Senior School Arts Program Performing and Practical Arts programs including Dance, Drama, Music, and Practical Arts (Painting, Sculpture, Ceramics, Printmaking, Photography, Media, and Design) with co-curricular activities and College Productions.
• Academic Excellence Program Extension and enrichment program for gifted and talented students offering co-curricular activities including da Vinci Decathlon, Debating, Ethics Olympiad, Future Problem Solving, Mock Law Trials, Philosothon, and IPSHA Speakers' Challenge.
• Learning Enhancement and Study Support Specialized educational support for students with learning difficulties or those at academic risk, providing in-class support, small group instruction, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), literacy planning, and pastoral care assistance.
• Iona Past Pupils' Association (IPPA) Alumni network offering reunions (Class of 5, 10, 20, 30, 40 years), Golden Girls celebration (50+ years), mentoring programs, networking events, Empower Me Inspire Her symposium, and the biannual esprit de corps magazine.
• Iona Presentation Foundation Not-for-profit foundation established to grow and direct philanthropic support, providing bursaries, scholarships, and building fund contributions to ensure access to Presentation education.
• The Solais (Senior School Library and ICT) State-of-the-art library and ICT facility open Monday-Thursday 8am-8:30pm and Fridays 8am-4pm, offering quiet study, collaborative workspaces, tutoring, reading programs, and access to eBooks, audio books, databases, and educational technology support.
• College Uniform Shop On-campus and online retail outlet selling Iona school uniforms, accepting both in-person and online purchases through the Square platform.
• College Canteen Food service operation providing meals to students, accessible via Flexischools online ordering platform.
• Iona Tuition Raffle Semester-based tuition raffle programme providing families with an opportunity to win tuition fee remission.
• Before and After School Care (OSHC) Before School Care (7:00am-9:00am) and After School Care (3:00pm-6:00pm or 6:30pm) provided through partnership with Camp Australia at the Junior School Campus, including the Rocketeers holiday program.
• Academic and Music Scholarship Program Scholarship offerings including Academic Scholarships (25% or 50% tuition reduction for eligible students demonstrating outstanding or strong academic potential), General Excellence Scholarships, and Music Scholarships.
• Iona Rowing Program Co-curricular rowing programme delivered in partnership with the Fremantle Rowing Club, providing access to facilities, equipment, and an experienced coaching team.
• Iona Swimming Program Swimming programme run from the Iona Aquatic Centre through partnership with Hooked Swim at all stages, with advanced swimmers able to progress to Highlanders Swimming Club for competitive pathways.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% WACE Graduation rate - all students successfully complete their graduation requirements
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Fremantle Rowing ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIona Presentation College has a partnership with the Fremantle Rowing Club in facilitating a dynamic Rowing program for students. The Club assists the Iona Rowing Club with use of facilities and equipment and access to a dynamic and experienced coaching team.
• Camp AustraliacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe College partners with Camp Australia to provide Before and After School Hours Care (OSHC) at the Junior School Campus. Camp Australia's programs are centred on child enrichment, fostering a safe, inclusive environment where children can undertake homework, enjoy educational activities, have fun and relax. Also provides the Rocketeers holiday program.
• BusWest Chartered BusescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBusWest provides numerous private chartered bus services to Iona Presentation College. Routes extend to many suburbs including Como, Hillarys, Floreat, Leeming, Mandurah, Nedlands, Port Coogee, Success, Innaloo and Leederville. Students use SmartRider cards for tap-on tap-off with the Transportme app-based ticketing system.
• TransperthminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTransperth provides public bus services to Iona including Route 107 between Claremont and Fremantle via Mosman Park, and School Special services for students.
• Hooked SwimminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHooked Swim runs training programs from the Iona Aquatic Centre, with a focus on developing water confidence, technique and speed for swimmers at all stages.
• Highlanders Swimming ClubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe more advanced swimmers have the opportunity to attend Highlanders Swimming Club, which provides a competitive pathway for those with aspirations to compete at Club, State, National or International level.
• The Resilience ProjectcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Junior School has enjoyed a successful partnership with The Resilience Project for several years. The evidence-based program has allowed students to continue to grow in their knowledge and application of gratitude, empathy and mindfulness in their daily lives.
• MADALAH LimitedminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMADALAH Limited is a not-for-profit organisation offering secondary education scholarships for Indigenous students from remote and regional communities. Iona is a partner school, meaning enrolled students may be eligible for MADALAH secondary scholarships providing support for Years 7-12.
• Nagle Education Alliance of Australia (NEAA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAs part of a larger Presentation Schools' network (NEAA), students can be selected to attend the Year 9-11 Student Conference which provides students with a unique opportunity to connect with peers from Presentation schools around Australia. Also enables exchanges and conferences with other Presentation Colleges.
• Archdiocese of PerthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudents receive the Sacraments (Penance, Eucharist, Confirmation) in accordance with Archdiocese of Perth guidelines and in collaboration with the local Parish.
• Local ParishcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe College collaborates with the local Parish for sacramental preparation and faith development programs for students.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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