What We Offer

We are committed to our Catholic values in everything that we do and place importance in Jesus Christ at the centre of all our endeavours. St Mary of the Cross MacKillop is our patron saint and we promote in our students a spirit of service and outreach like that of St Mary of the Cross, ‘never see a need without doing something about it’.

At Gilroy Catholic College we foster a culture of learning where curiosity, enquiry and problem solving are key. With our guidance, students flourish in their learning by becoming critical and self-reflective learners.

We provide a contemporary pedagogy within a variety of dynamic learning spaces, opportunities for teamwork, shared experiences and support an appreciation of different perspectives through the communication of ideas and knowledge in all areas of learning.

We take an interdisciplinary approach to contextualising learning for our students through a range of methods such as the use of various digital technologies and diverse communication opportunities. This ensures that each student is well connected and continually develop their critical thinking.

Innovation and creative thinking possibilities are maximised through our embedding of these opportunities in every classroom, teaching and learning approach. We offer a diverse range of extra-curricular activities to suit every need and interest. They include academic, extra-curricular and sporting activities which are supported by committed staff who seek opportunities to extend students' abilities and challenge students to achieve personal excellence in all endeavours.

We offer a variety of activities, both inside and outside the classroom, that build interpersonal and leadership skills. Our students are supported to develop resilience, confidence, personal growth and achievement through a holistic education at Gilroy Catholic College.

The beliefs and traditions of the Catholic faith are the foundation for our learning, teaching and relationships. Students are supported in becoming independent, thoughtful and compassionate young people and we work together to ensure learning at Gilroy Catholic College is inclusive, positive, challenging and enjoyable. Students are involved in a diverse range of faith experiences that reflect and enhance our Catholic heritage, mission and enthusiasm for social justice, ecology and school initiatives that enliven Catholic faith and morals.

Our staff are committed to fostering a learning environment that is both positive and rigorous and we aim to provide a comprehensive and diverse education, all underpinned by a strong pastoral framework. Whether teaching or in the office Gilroy Catholic College staff are part of a system committed to transforming the lives of every student, every day.