As we pioneer a new era of education with personalised, hybrid learning models and advanced competencies that prepare graduates for the future of work, we must also enable them to thrive in a digital environment. Our goal is to equip students for the ever-evolving ways we interact with technology in our complex, globalised world.
As such, the Digital Transformation project we began in 2022 has been an important opportunity to refresh our technology services at Carey and ensure we are providing the best digital environment for our students. This has involved the development of a long-term technology strategy, which I am pleased to update you on and share with you our goals for 2025.
Our three-step approach
There are three main goals for our technology strategy:
- Technology transformation: securing our practices, improving and updating our systems, and enabling productivity to establish a solid foundation.
- Technology innovation: focussing on understanding the role of AI, augmented reality and other technologies in learning and schools.
- Education reimagined: our goal is to be a leader in educational advancements where technology is at the forefront.
Establishing the foundation
To establish a solid foundation, we have been working on several key initiatives:
- Cybersecurity uplift: we have significantly improved our cybersecurity practice by enhancing policies, processes and technology.
- Technology infrastructure upgrade: this includes modernising our network and wireless infrastructure, as well as upgrading audiovisual systems in the MGH, IWA, Metcalfe Hall and the Donvale Hall.
- HR and financial systems modernisation: we completed rebuilding our HR system in February 2025 and have recently launched our modernised internal financial system in April 2025 to deliver more sophisticated and efficient systems for our staff.
Current focus and future plans
Our current focus is on selecting, planning and implementing a new School Management System, which is currently delivered to parents through Synergetic. The new system will transform our school operations, digital experience and productivity. Additionally, we are working towards replacing CareyLink with a modern platform that supports students, parents and staff in communicating, collaborating and building community in a simplified manner. More information will be provided on these initiatives over the coming year.
Our AI learning journey
As technology becomes even more important and embedded in the future of learning and schools, AI is a common topic of both concern and excitement amongst school communities. In 2025, we have begun our AI learning journey to explore the potential of technology in enriching our community's work, teaching and learning. We have held several workshops with the School Leadership Team, other School leaders and interested staff to define our philosophy and culture towards AI, develop an AI strategy and roadmap, and implement guardrails for a safe venture into the use of AI over the next 18 to 24 months. We will have further updates as we progress this important work.
Cybersecurity awareness
Our focus on cybersecurity ensures a secure foundation through best practice policies, a robust cyber and technology risk framework, and ongoing phishing, testing and incident response simulations.
We raise awareness through initiatives like Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October, expert talks from our alumni community, Daily Messages, and digital and physical signage. These initiatives focus on password management, data protection and providing cybersecurity best practices.
If you see any suspicious cyber activities or have concerns, please report to our cybersecurity number, 03 9816 1500, or email cyber@carey.com.au
We are excited to continue our important work in digitally transforming Carey and will keep you updated along the way. Ensuring our school’s technology and digital environment are safe, innovative and grounded by strong foundations will allow our students, staff and families to have the best Carey experience possible.
Chee Teoh
Director – Digital Transformation
