St Patrick's College | Boys Catholic Secondary School | Ballarat
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St Patrick's College | Boys Catholic Secondary School | Ballarat
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Educating hope-filled, compassionate and confident young men for their place in the world.
ADMISSIONS
PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME
2026 College Tours Now Open
Join us on a College Tour and discover the opportunities that await your son at St Patrick's College.
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About us
Welcome to St Patrick’s College, a Catholic day and boarding school for boys in the heart of Ballarat.
Our mission is to provide boys with an engaging, enjoyable and holistic education that liberates them and leads them to a wisdom for life.
As Ballarat’s only all boys secondary school, we appreciate the intensity and complexity of boyhood, and offer rigorous academic programs that challenge and inspire students.
Beyond the classroom, our co-curricular activities provide boys with opportunities to explore their passions, develop leadership skills and build lifelong friendships.
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Why St Patrick’s College?
St Patrick’s College understands and celebrates boys.
Our research-based learning and teaching practices drive innovative and robust programs which, combined with broad and engaging co-curricular activities, deliver a holistic educational experience for our students.
We seek to provide a safe and nurturing environment in which boys feel connected, respected and listened to.
Inspired by the charism of blessed Edmund Rice, we are dedicated to educating hope-filled, compassionate and confident young men for their place in the world.
LEARN MORE
Character, Compassion, Community
Our new brand campaign celebrates the core values that define St Patrick's College.
Created in collaboration with proud Old Collegians, it’s a powerful reflection of who we are and where we’re headed.
It’s a story of identity, pride and purpose—one that celebrates the unique spirit of what it means to be a ‘Paddy boy’ and one we’re proud to share with our community.
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Years of history and tradition.
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Acres of beautiful grounds in the heart of Ballarat.
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Subjects offered to students.
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Students have become VFL/AFL footballers.
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125
Years of the Old Collegians’ Association.
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10
Alumni have represented Australia at the Olympics.
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$20m
State-of-the-art Performing Arts Centre.
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50
Co-curricular programs offered to students.
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83
Bed purpose-built Boarding House set within our stunning grounds.
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Dedicated and passionate teaching and support staff.
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Educating hope-filled, compassionate and confident young men for their place in the world.
ADMISSIONS
PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME
2026 College Tours Now Open
Join us on a College Tour and discover the opportunities that await your son at St Patrick's College.
Book a Tour
About us
Welcome to St Patrick’s College, a Catholic day and boarding school for boys in the heart of Ballarat.
Our mission is to provide boys with an engaging, enjoyable and holistic education that liberates them and leads them to a wisdom for life.
As Ballarat’s only all boys secondary school, we appreciate the intensity and complexity of boyhood, and offer rigorous academic programs that challenge and inspire students.
Beyond the classroom, our co-curricular activities provide boys with opportunities to explore their passions, develop leadership skills and build lifelong friendships.
LEARN MORE
Why St Patrick’s College?
St Patrick’s College understands and celebrates boys.
Our research-based learning and teaching practices drive innovative and robust programs which, combined with broad and engaging co-curricular activities, deliver a holistic educational experience for our students.
We seek to provide a safe and nurturing environment in which boys feel connected, respected and listened to.
Inspired by the charism of blessed Edmund Rice, we are dedicated to educating hope-filled, compassionate and confident young men for their place in the world.
LEARN MORE
Character, Compassion, Community
Our new brand campaign celebrates the core values that define St Patrick's College.
Created in collaboration with proud Old Collegians, it’s a powerful reflection of who we are and where we’re headed.
It’s a story of identity, pride and purpose—one that celebrates the unique spirit of what it means to be a ‘Paddy boy’ and one we’re proud to share with our community.
LEARN MORE
131
Years of history and tradition.
Learn more
28
Acres of beautiful grounds in the heart of Ballarat.
Learn more
180
Subjects offered to students.
Learn more
121
Students have become VFL/AFL footballers.
Learn more
125
Years of the Old Collegians’ Association.
Learn more
10
Alumni have represented Australia at the Olympics.
Learn more
$20m
State-of-the-art Performing Arts Centre.
Learn more
50
Co-curricular programs offered to students.
Learn more
83
Bed purpose-built Boarding House set within our stunning grounds.
Learn more
213
Dedicated and passionate teaching and support staff.
Learn more
Explore
Curriculum overview
Pastoral care
Boarding
Scholarships
College Tours
Enquiries
Latest News
Keep up to date with the latest school news and events.
St Patrick’s Day Lunch a day to enjoy in 2026
Read more
St Patrick’s Day rich in faith, tradition and community
Read more
Where are they now – David Murphy (SPC 1971-77)
Read more
See all
Home
About
Boarding
Community
Learning Innovation & Wellbeing
Old Collegians
Enrolments
Home
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