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Shepherdson College
Shepherdson College, located in Galiwinku on Elcho Island, is a bilingual school serving approximately 700 students. Founded in 1943, the institution integrates Yolŋu culture and language with a comprehensive curriculum that spans from birth to Year 12, emphasizing both traditional and modern educational methods.
The college embraces a unique bilingual program where students learn in both Djambarrpuyŋu and English, fostering a connection to their cultural heritage. Active engagement in community values and traditional practices is evident, as students participate in various initiatives that celebrate and preserve Yolŋu language and culture. Generated from the website
