Headmaster’s welcome
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to The Hutchins School, an Anglican day and boarding school for boys from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Established in 1846, Hutchins has a long tradition of developing men of character with a firm focus on the wellbeing of boys. As a community, we aspire to be people of integrity who act with humility, kindness, courage and respect. Our highly skilled staff are committed to the holistic development of each student within a nurturing environment where students are challenged to be the best they can be.
“Nurturing character in boys is at the heart of what we do.”
With the holistic development of each and every student central to the Hutchins experience, our long and proud history of academic achievement is complemented by a diverse co-curricular program that features comprehensive sport, performing arts and service programs. The opportunities available for boys to discover their passion, broaden their experience and embrace challenge are extensive and are designed to equip boys with the essential skills that will serve them for life.
I invite you to explore our website, learn more about the diverse opportunities and innovative programs tailored specifically for boys that sets Hutchins apart. While the website will provide an overview of the opportunities that await, only by visiting the campus, taking a school tour and seeing the boys engaged in these opportunities will you get a true sense of this special place and the strong sense of community that exists amongst all boys and staff.
To see first-hand our wonderful school, please contact our Enrolments Assistant on 03 6221 4236 to arrange a guided tour.
Dr Rob McEwan, Headmaster
Meet the Headmaster
Dr Rob McEwan has had a distinguished career in education, first as a classroom teacher of music from all levels Kindergarten to Year 12 and more recently in senior leadership positions including his most recent position as Head of Senior School at Scotch College in Perth, Western Australia. Prior to his position at Scotch College Rob was Deputy Headmaster/Head of Senior School at Newcastle Grammar School.
Read more about Rob
He has a Doctor of Education degree from the University of Tasmania, a Masters in Education from the University of New England and a Bachelor of Education from the WACAE. He has additional qualifications in information and communications technology and business administration. He is also a member of the Australian College of Educators (MACE) and the Australian Council of Educational Leaders (MACEL).
Rob’s doctoral thesis focused on student motivation. He is committed to excellence to education and has been involved in a range of initiatives, including the development of critical thinking skills programs in schools in Queensland, New South Wales and Western Australia.
Rob is an active member of the Anglican Church.
Rob is married to Gaye and has a son, Tom. His interests include music (playing the trumpet), sport (cricket and Australian Rules Football) and enjoys classic car restoration.
