Boarding Within Reach
Boarding at Macquarie Anglican Grammar School is built around a simple belief: that an excellent boarding experience and regular, meaningful connection with family should never be a trade-off. Located in Dubbo – widely regarded as the Hub of the West – our school is genuinely within reach for families across central and western New South Wales. With a small community of just 56 boarders on a spacious 40-acre campus, every student is personally known, supported, and cared for across their academic, pastoral, and co-curricular journey. Whether full-time or weekly boarding, students thrive in a structured, nurturing environment while remaining connected to the people and places that matter most.
Virtual Tour
Macquarie Boarding provides a welcoming environment for our students. Just a short drive from Dubbo’s CBD and the school campus, it combines the charm of rural living with the convenience of an accessible location, making it an ideal choice for families across Central West and Western NSW.
Boarding Close to Home
Boarding at Macquarie provides students with the perfect balance – staying close to family and their roots while enjoying the benefits and opportunities of a high-quality independent school education.
Unique Setting and Facilities
Our unique, bush setting boasts extensive grassed areas and recreational facilities including pool, basketball/tennis court, two cricket nets, barbecue area and an oval.
Close-Knit Community
Our smaller scale and family-focus, allows for interaction and engagement across year groups, allowing the development of strong connections amongst peers and with Boarding and School staff.
Meet our Head of Boarding
"As Head of Boarding at Macquarie, my goal is to ensure every student feels supported, valued, and part of a close-knit community. Our boarding program is built on strong pastoral care, and my team and I are dedicated to providing mentorship, guidance, and a nurturing environment that helps students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We take pride in fostering meaningful connections among students and staff, ensuring that every boarder thrives and feels a true sense of belonging."
- Mr Eli Kinscher
Financial Support
There are several organisations that offer support via application (with eligibility criteria) to boarding families, particularly those in isolated areas:
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