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Whitefriars College

Our History

Whitefriars College was established as a Catholic Secondary School for boys by the Carmelite Order in 1961.

Situated in Donvale, the College is located in a unique bushland setting of 19 hectares, making it one of the largest sites of any Catholic College in Melbourne.

Our Spirituality

Contemplation, Community, Service and Devotion to Mary, Mother of Jesus, are basic to the Carmelite Spirituality on which Whitefriars College draws. This spirituality inspires a nurturing educational environment which enables students to feel that they belong; that they can believe in themselves and in that beyond themselves and that they have something to contribute to the world at large. We are living the motto drawn from the Carmelite spirit and tradition: In the care of a loving mother.

Student Wellbeing & Community Engagement

A Vertical House system is the basis of our Pastoral Care program. Students become well-known to staff who have a special interest in their holistic development. They are also connected to other students across the Year levels and offer each other leadership and support. Strong Counselling and Chaplaincy services are integral to this program.

Whitefriars students participate in a number of community service activities. These include donating blood, tutoring under-privileged children and assisting many of the local community groups. Students raise money for various charities such as the Carmelite Mission in East Timor, Caritas, Oxfam, special appeals and those adopted by each of our House groups.

Curriculum

Our diverse curriculum challenges students to strive towards high personal achievement. Our well-developed notebook computer program, directed by multi-talented and specialised staff, coupled with extensive resources and an eco-friendly bushland setting, provide the basis for rich and extended learning.

Co-curricular, Sport and Outdoor Education

Beyond-the-classroom activities include the Year 7 Transition camp, the Outdoor Learning Program for Year 8-10, the Kairos Retreat in Year 11 and the Community Building Retreat in Year 12. Among a vast variety of co-curricular opportunities, students can also participate in the music instrumental program, drama and musical productions, debating, chess and environmental action.

Comprehensive Physical Education and extensive sports programs, both intra and inter school, underpinned by highly skilled staff and excellent resources are the basis of our endeavours to promote the health and physical development of all students.

An elective Outdoor Education program is also available.

Facilities

International learning room
Library resource centre
LOTE Resource room x 3
Bush setting x 19 hectares
Design and Technology centre
Basketball courts x 5
Fitness weights and circuit centre
Performing Arts / Drama centre
Religious Education room
Science labs x 7
Visual Arts centre
Canteen
Careers Centre
Chapel
Counselling centre
Cricket nets x 3
Wireless site – laptops for every student
Gymnasium
Media suite
Music centre
Recording studio
Ovals x 2
Soccer pitch
Theatre

Whitefriars College

156 Park Road
Donvale, VIC 3111
Phone: + 61 3 9872 8200
Email:
enrolments@whitefriars.vic.edu.au

Website:
www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au

     

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Key Details:

  • Type: Catholic
  • Level: Secondary
  • Gender: Boys
  • Religious Affiliation: Catholic
  • Learning Extension: Yes
  • Indigenous Education: Yes
  • International Students: Yes
  • Scholarships: Yes

Announcements

The Making of Gentle Men
youtu.be/whitefriars

What Makes Us Special 
Whitefriars is the only Carmelite school in Australia and is ideally placed in a unique bushland setting.
We have a long-established, leading edge Tablet Computer Program, which enhances learning and teaching, and we have a commitment to continuous improvement in learning, personal development, facilities and resources.

Open Days
If you are interested in seeing the College on a normal school day, please contact us to find out about our Open Morning Tours.
Or visit: 
Visit Us - Whitefriars College

Scholarships
Yes, the College offers both limited Academic Scholarships and an Old Collegian Scholarship.

Please visit:
Scholarships - Whitefriars College

Enrolment
Whitefriars College operates, primarily, to serve families who wish to offer their sons a Catholic secondary education in the Carmelite tradition.
Please visit:

- Whitefriars College

 

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