Welcome to the Senior School
School Hours and Term Dates
School hours 8:00 am to 8:15 AM Playground supervision available 8:35 AM Warning Bell 8:40 AM to 9:40 AM Period 1 9:40 AM to 10:40 AM Period 2 10:40 AM to 11:00 AM Homeroom 11:00 AM to 11:20 AM RECESS ...
Justice, Service and Advocacy
At St Patrick’s College, our community bears the responsibility of advocating for justice, compassion, and subsidiarity in support of those in need. Our curriculum and co-curricular activities offer numerous opportunities to educate for justice and peace. We extend an open...
Absences and Leave
Absences Regular school attendance is crucial for students to reach their full potential. It is the responsibility of parents to notify the College of their son’s absence by 10:00 AM by submitting the absence via TASS Parent Lounge. If a...
Communication
The College communicates with parents in a number of forms. Newsletter The College newsletter is the primary way the College communicates with parents. A College Newsletter, Especean, is published on the College website and emailed to all parents and...
Medical and Health
College Nurse There is a full-time College Nurse available to provide medical assistance to your son in case of illness or injury at the College. If a student becomes ill or is injured at school, they can report or present...
Curriculum
Home Study Homework is a valuable part of schooling. It allows for practising, extending and consolidating work done in class. Homework provides training for students in planning and organising time and develops various skills in identifying and using information resources....
Diverse Learning
The Diverse Learning Department seeks to cater for the differing needs of all learners at the College and supports teachers in their work with students. The Touchstone of Inclusive Community is at the core of College values and ensures every...
Learning Resources
‘Bring Your Own Device’ (BYOD) St Patrick’s College operates as a ‘Bring Your Own Device’ (BYOD) school. Using an extensive range of cloud-based educational platforms, including Microsoft Office 365 and the Canvas Learning Management System, enables our teachers and students...
Co-curricular
The College’s co-curricular offerings promote personal growth, responsibility, cooperation, and initiative, enhancing academic excellence by boosting confidence and self-esteem through sports, cultural, social, and outdoor activities. All students engage in meaningful experiences tailored to their interests and abilities, strengthening the...
Sport
SENIOR SCHOOL SPORT The College’s co-curricular activities aim to nurture individual talents while promoting a strong sense of community and school spirit, which St Patrick’s is renowned for. The Co-curricular Vision Statement is a testament to the college’s holistic educational experience. ...
Mobile Devices
Policy The College recognises that most students possess mobile devices (e.g. Smartphones – iPhone/Android, iPads/ Tablets, Apple or Android Watches). As a general rule, the College does not consider mobile devices to be a substitute for a designated learning device...
Kiss and Ride
St Patrick’s College offers a ‘Kiss and Ride’ (Drop-off and Pick-up) zone located on Fraser Street, on the school side of the road. ‘Kiss and Ride’ Hours of Operation The designated hours for ‘Kiss and Ride’ are between 8:00 AM...
School Fees and Charges
School fees and charges statements are issued to parents via email three times a year. They are only issued in Term 4 if there are non-tuition charges for your son. Schedule of fees Prompt payment is always expected, and...
Parents’ & Friends’ (P&F) Association
The Parents’ & Friends’ Executive extends a warm welcome to the St Patrick’s College community. Our aim, as the St Patrick’s College Parents’ and Friends’ Association (P&F), is to provide support and assistance to the College community. You can access...
