Welcome to St Patrick’s College
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...
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
Year 5 serves as the ideal starting point for the St Patrick’s experience, allowing the College’s traditions and the ethos of Blessed Edmund Rice to flourish in our boys. Our focus in the Primary School (Year 5 and 6) is...
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
Device The College will commence a Bring Your Own Designated Device (BYODD) program in 2025, which will phase out the use of Apple devices by 2028. All new students are required to use a Windows-based device. We encourage families to...
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...
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...
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...
VOLUNTEERING
PARENTS & FRIENDS’ 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...