Macquarie Community College has opened a new campus in the heart of Mount Druitt as part of its 75th anniversary, reinforcing its long-term commitment to delivering inclusive, affordable, and community-connected adult education across Western Sydney.
Located at 3 Mount Street and surrounded by key community and employment services, the 450m² site features eight flexible learning spaces, offering a welcoming environment for diverse learners. The campus also includes a hospitality training room and café, breakout space, staff room and reception area, and will cater for up to 150 students per day across its range of programs.
The Minister for Skills and Training, the Hon Andrew Giles MP, officially opened the new campus, welcoming it as an exciting new chapter for Macquarie Community College.
“For 75 years, Macquarie Community College has served the communities of Northern and Western Sydney, providing adult community education to meet the needs of locals. From literacy, numeracy and English classes to job readiness programs and short courses, the College is equipping students with the skills and confidence to pursue work and further study,” he said.
“The opening of the Mount Druitt campus enables the College to reach even more students as part of local hub of community and employment services.”
A New Chapter for Community Education in Western Sydney
The new Mount Druitt campus will serve as a central hub for place-based adult education, offering highly regarded programs, with zero or low fee options available for eligible students using the College’s access to Commonwealth and State Government funding.
The College will offer around 15 weekly classes spanning from foundational skills and pathway programs such as job readiness, English language, reading, writing, digital literacy and computer skills. It will also provide full Certificate and Diploma qualifications that lead to employment in aged care, disability, business, childcare, and hospitality.
“Opening this campus in Mount Druitt is another step in our 75-year journey of meeting communities where they are and offering the kind of learning that changes lives,” said Ian Maitland, Chair of the College Board. “We are proud to continue building better futures through quality training and education right here in Western Sydney.”
Purpose-Built Campus to Empower Local Learners
In line with the College’s commitment to diversity, growth, and community care, the new campus will also deliver the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program. The SEE Program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations and is a vital service that helps adults build foundational skills to support their transition into work or further study. This reflects the College’s enduring focus on working with people facing barriers and disadvantage — empowering them to access real opportunities through inclusive, quality education and training.
This expansion builds on Macquarie Community College’s legacy in the area, having delivered the Adult Migrant English Program in Mount Druitt from 1998 to 2017, and broadening their offering to Vocational Education and Training programs in Mount Druitt over the past 10 years.
The new campus offers increased capacity, modern facilities, and proximity to transport and local services, making it a vital educational resource for residents across Greater Western Sydney.
“We’re here to help people upskill, connect and thrive, and have a well-earned reputation in supporting migrants, carers, career changers or mature learners to achieve their goals,” said CEO Theresa Collignon. “We serve learners often overlooked by mainstream systems, delivering programs in welcoming learning environments built around their real needs, where all learners feel welcomed, respected and supported.”
Guided by its vision of stronger communities through the power of learning and connection, the College stands at the forefront of community-driven education in Greater Sydney. Its focus on place-based, employment-linked training is designed to support social inclusion, tackle skills shortages, and drive local economic progress—ensuring learners can move from training to meaningful work.
The Mount Druitt is offering an expanded suite of Term 3 classes. To learn more or enrol, visit www.macquarie.nsw.edu.au.