The Awabakal people were the first to make their homes on this land. They lived along the coastal area of the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, with traditional lands stretching from Wollombi in the south to the Lower Hunter River near Newcastle and Lake Macquarie in the north.
The Awabakal people played a significant role in shaping the region’s environment and are recognised as strong and determined defenders of their territory. Their enduring connection to Country and culture forms an important part of the story of our place and continues to shape our understanding of respect, belonging and stewardship today.
Our College proudly bears the name of Bishop William Tyrrell, the first Anglican Bishop of Newcastle, whose passionate advocacy for the reform of religious education helped make quality schooling more accessible and affordable. His legacy of service, vision and commitment to education continues to inspire our mission today.
At the heart of our campus stands the historic Styles Grove mansion. Built in 1878, it was once home to James Fletcher, the first Member of Parliament in Newcastle. Originally used for classes, Styles Grove now serves as our Administration Building, symbolising how our rich past remains woven into the everyday life and learning of the College.
Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College was founded in 1998 as a Christian Learning Community by the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle. From the very beginning, community has been central to who we are and what we stand for.
Classes first commenced on our Fletcher campus in 1999 with 46 Primary students. Today, we are a thriving Preschool to Year 12 school, educating over 850 students and continuing to provide a values-based learning experience that inspires young people to learn, lead and serve.
BTAC is a member of the Association of Independent Schools of NSW (AIS), Heads of Co-educational Independent Schools (HICES). we are also associated with other Diocesan and independent schools in the Hunter region through the Hunter Region Independent Schools (HRIS) association
We’re proud to be part of the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle. Chapel services at our school are dynamic and student-led, and we nurture compassion, integrity, justice, faith, courage, and wisdom.
