By deeply caring for others, we find greater meaning and significance in our lives. The College creates holistic engagement opportunities for students through the Christian Service Learning Program, House Missions and Catholic Missions. Student Leaders provide peer support, and there are several key parent engagement opportunities.

The College’s Pastoral Care and Christian Service-Learning programs are an integral measure of our authenticity as a Catholic community. Our programs teach our students the transformative power of active service and the importance of respectful relationships and responsible stewardship. Our aim is to nurture caring, compassionate, and selfless future citizens who can demonstrate genuine empathy and respect for others.

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St Bernadette's

HOUSE MOTTO
Per Aspera Ad Astra - Aspire to the Stars

HOUSE HISTORY
Saint Bernadette had many visions of Mary. She is the patroness of illness as she suffered many types of illness in her life.

HOUSE SHIELD EMBLEM
Rosary: Saint Bernadette is often depicted in prayer with a rosary or appealing to the Holy Virgin.

HOUSE MISSION
Elderly Aware (EA) - Elderly Aware is a name that encompasses the focus of the St Bernadette House Mission. The EA House Mission covers many areas of caring for and learning about the elderly members of our community. Each term has a different focus, with all year levels invited to participate. The focuses include interacting with residents at Brightwater Aged Care and learning about and fundraising for Dementia Awareness.

St Joseph's

HOUSE MOTTO
Fidem in Deum - Our Faith in God

HOUSE HISTORY
Saint Joseph was a carpenter who worked very hard to provide for his family. He was the foster father of Jesus who he loved as he was entrusted to him.

HOUSE SHIELD EMBLEM
Doves: When Joseph presented Jesus for a ceremony at the Temple, he had to take a sacrifice to be offered. He could not afford a lamb so he offered two turtle doves instead.

HOUSE MISSION
Ovis provides family violence services, giving options to people fleeing abuse, supporting survivors on the next phase of their journey and engaging the broader community in conversations around safety. Students make and sell cupcakes in Term 3, to raise money to help fund their crisis accommodation and support, early intervention efforts, post-crisis support and community education programs.

St Mary's

HOUSE MOTTO
Palma Virtuti - Goodness is its Own Reward

HOUSE HISTORY
Mary was the Mother of God in His human nature. She is considered to be the Patron saint of all humanity. In art, Mary is traditionally wearing blue.

HOUSE SHIELD EMBLEM
Fleur-de-lys: This is a symbol of the Blessed Virgin Mary because it resembles both the Iris and the Madonna Lily.

HOUSE MISSION
Relay for Life - A fundraising event for the Cancer Council in the fight against cancer and to create awareness for the disease and support for those suffering. Students from Years 3 to 12 participate in a Walk-a-thon with students gathering sponsorship and donations which are then passed onto “Relay for Life” – Cancer Council.

St Monica's

HOUSE MOTTO
In Veritate Nos Confidimus - In Truth we Trust

HOUSE HISTORY
Saint Monica was married to a very abusive Roman pagan who she eventually converted to Christianity. As a result, she is the Patron Saint of Wives and Abuse Victims. Her son was Augustine who she spent most of her life praying to become a Christian and he eventually did.

HOUSE SHIELD EMBLEM
Praying Hands: Represents her prayer life and devotion to Jesus

HOUSE MISSION
WA Mums’ Cottage - Students collect donations of food, toys, clothes, rags, arts and crafts to support the women who seen respite at Mum’s Cottage. St. Monica’s will also be looking at supporting the Mums’ Cottage Op-Shop.

St Patrick's

HOUSE MOTTO
Nituntur ad Succedunt - Strive to Succeed

HOUSE HISTORY
Saint Patrick was a missionary and is considered as the founder of Christianity in Ireland.

HOUSE SHIELD EMBLEM
Shamrock: Legend credits Saint Patrick with teaching the Irish about the doctrine of the Holy Trinity by showing people the shamrock, a three-leafed plant, using it to illustrate the Christian teaching of three persons in one God.

HOUSE MISSION
Westaus Crisis & Welfare Services - St Patrick’s House supports Westaus Crisis & Welfare Services provide assistance and support to vulnerable people in crisis within the Peel community. In 2025, St Patrick’s will help to provide food for those in need in our community. This will be sandwiches for children in schools in the Peel region who don’t have breakfast or bring in food for lunch, and we will also donate cooked meals for families and individuals in need.

St Peter's

HOUSE MOTTO
Vestri Optimus - Be Your Best

HOUSE HISTORY
Simon Peter, had humble beginnings as a fisherman and became one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. He is considered the first Pope of the Catholic Church.

HOUSE SHIELD EMBLEM
 Keys: The keys represent that Peter had the keys to the door of Heaven.

HOUSE MISSION
Headspace Mandurah – Headspace is an Australian non-profit organisation for youth mental health established by the Australian Government in 2006. Headspace Mandurah provide tailored and holistic mental health support to local 12 - 25 year olds. With a focus on early intervention, they work with young people to provide support at a crucial time in their lives. St Peter’s House runs small different events to raise funds and awareness of young peoples' mental health.

The College ‘s House System comprises six Houses which are named after a saint. Students are encouraged to become familiar with the qualities the patron saint of their House exemplifies and to apply them to his or her life. The House motto represents what House members should aspire to during their time at the College. Students are placed in a House and remain in that house for their duration at the College. Siblings are in the same House, fostering strong ties between home and College.

The Secondary School Homeroom system is horizontal in which Year Levels are grouped together. This supports the work of Head of Year in their pastoral care of students and builds a greater rapport amongst students within year levels. Year 7 students are placed in their own Homeroom so that transition to Secondary School activities can take place on a daily basis. The older House members generally care for their younger peers in a friendly and nurturing manner, welcome them to the House, initiate them to its traditions and provide a good example for the younger students to build upon for the future.

Students participate in the many varied Inter-House activities such as Athletics Carnival, Cross-Country, Swimming, Beach Carnival, netball, soccer, lunchtime novelty events, public speaking, theatre sports and Sale of the Century. Points scored at these events go towards the House Shield which is presented to the winning House at the annual Speech and Awards Presentation. Points are awarded not only for results but also for participation and positive involvement. Each House also has a Mission, which all members of the House support.

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