The McDonald College is a premier performance-focused K-12 school in Sydney's North Strathfield, renowned for nurturing talent in classical ballet, music, musical theatre, acting, and dance. The College stages multiple student productions throughout the year, showcasing the exceptional skills and creativity of its students across these genres. Many of these performances are available for schools to book, offering a unique cultural experience that aligns with the educational curriculum. 

In 1984, The McDonald College was founded by three women with an ambitious idea – to create a school where young people could pursue their passion and receive world-class performance training while receiving a rigorous academic education. It was the first school of its kind in Australia – and we remain unique. While the history of the college is steeped in classical ballet and dance, which are the art forms that the college is known for, we have expanded our offerings across all genres of performing arts, including acting, music, musical theatre, and technical production.