St Peter's College, Anglican boys' school in Adelaide, South Australia
St Peter's College is an independent Anglican boys school in Adelaide, South Australia, catering to students from early childhood through to year 12. The campus on Hackney Road includes playing fields, music and arts facilities, and modern classrooms spread across a well-maintained site in the suburb of St Peters.
The school was founded in 1847, making it one of the oldest educational institutions in South Australia. It began as a small Anglican school and grew steadily over the following decades into one of the country's most recognised boys schools.
The school takes its name from Saint Peter and is rooted in Anglican tradition, which shapes many of its daily practices. During assemblies and public events, visitors can see how a sense of service and community is woven into school life.
The campus sits in the suburb of St Peters, close to the city centre of Adelaide and easy to reach by car or public transport. Families considering the school can attend one of the open mornings held during the year to walk through the grounds and meet staff.
Among the school's former students are individuals who went on to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, which is rare for a single Australian school. The school also decided to phase out the International Baccalaureate after 2024, returning its full focus to its traditional curriculum.
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