Good Counsel College | Secondary School Innisfail
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Good Counsel College is a Catholic secondary college in the Marist tradition, administered by Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns on behalf of the Most Rev. Joe Caddy AM, Bishop of Cairns. We are proudly part of the Mother of Good Counsel Parish in Innisfail, led by Parish Priest Fr Kerry Crowley.
We are committed to providing a Catholic education that is holistic in nature, paying attention to the academic, spiritual, physical, social and emotional growth and learning of all our students. Our facilities provide a modern and contemporary environment that allows us to provide a 21st century education. Our extensive use of communication and information technology (ICT) and our 1:1 laptop program provides the ideal platform for students to engage with their learning in a variety of ways that challenge and inspire them to reach their potential.
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Presence
At Good Counsel College, we prioritise establishing a genuine presence with our students. We take a personal interest in their wellbeing, making an effort to know each student individually. Our relationships are grounded in love, fostering an environment of attentiveness and warmth. By earning trust and promoting openness, we create a sense of community within which students can flourish.
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Simplicity
Simplicity is a core value at Good Counsel College. We practice honesty and transparency, both in our beliefs and actions. Our commitment to humility and modesty is reflected in our approach, aiming to "do good quietly." Teachings emphasise simplicity, encouraging students to embrace this value in their lives, avoiding the seductive allure of material possessions and fame.
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Family Spirit
The concept of family is integral to Good Counsel College. We treat each other as members of a loving family. We are dedicated to building a strong sense of community, offering a warm and accepting environment where students feel a sense of belonging. Successes and failures are shared, and we set clear standards of honesty, mutual respect, and tolerance. We see the innate goodness in every student, separating their actions from their core being. We give preferential attention to those in greater need and promote collaborative leadership.
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Love of Work
We are people of work, approaching our daily tasks with dedication and the confidence that comes from our faith in God. Generosity of heart, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to our work are at the forefront of our ethos. Classes are prepared with vision and decisiveness to meet the needs of all students. We instill in our students the dignity of work as a source of self-fulfilment, emphasising that work can bring purpose and meaning to life. We focus on developing character, resilience, a balanced moral conscience, and solid values while fostering motivation and teamwork.
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In the Way of Mary
At Good Counsel College, Mary is the epitome of a Marist educator, serving as an example of Christian life, a motherly figure, and a devout individual who praised God. We perceive Mary as someone who embarked on a journey of faith, experiencing life's challenges while maintaining her unwavering faith. We consciously integrate a Marian dimension into our teachings through prayer and by emulating Mary's tenderness, strength, and steadfast faith.
Read More
Presence
At Good Counsel College, we prioritise establishing a genuine presence with our students. We take a personal interest in their wellbeing, making an effort to know each student individually. Our relationships are grounded in love, fostering an environment of attentiveness and warmth. By earning trust and promoting openness, we create a sense of community within which students can flourish.
We care for students personally
We know each one individually
We seek relationship founded on love
We are attentive and welcoming
We earn trust, we foster openness
Simplicity
Simplicity is a core value at Good Counsel College. We practice honesty and transparency, both in our beliefs and actions. Our commitment to humility and modesty is reflected in our approach, aiming to "do good quietly." Teachings emphasise simplicity, encouraging students to embrace this value in their lives, avoiding the seductive allure of material possessions and fame.
We are genuine and straightforward
We say what we believe and show it
We are honest before God and ourselves
We seek humility and modesty, ‘to do good quietly’
We use simplicity in our teaching
We encourage simplicity as a value in our lives, not seduced by possessions and fame
Family Spirit
The concept of family is integral to Good Counsel College. We treat each other as members of a loving family. We are dedicated to building a strong sense of community, offering a warm and accepting environment where students feel a sense of belonging. Successes and failures are shared, and we set clear standards of honesty, mutual respect, and tolerance. We see the innate goodness in every student, separating their actions from their core being. We give preferential attention to those in greater need and promote collaborative leadership.
We relate to each other and to young people in our care as the members of a loving family
We undertake to build community
We offer a warmth of welcome, acceptance and belonging
We share life’s successes and failures
We set clear standards of honesty, mutual respect and tolerance
We believe in each student’s innate goodness, not confusing the person with their actions
We give preferential attention to those whose needs are greatest
We encourage leadership based on collaboration and shared responsibility
Love of Work
We are people of work, approaching our daily tasks with dedication and the confidence that comes from our faith in God. Generosity of heart, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to our work are at the forefront of our ethos. Classes are prepared with vision and decisiveness to meet the needs of all students. We instill in our students the dignity of work as a source of self-fulfilment, emphasising that work can bring purpose and meaning to life. We focus on developing character, resilience, a balanced moral conscience, and solid values while fostering motivation and teamwork.
We are people of work, ready to ‘roll up our sleeves’
We work with total confidence in God
We are generous of heart, constant and persevering in our daily work
We prepare classes, being visionary and decisive in meeting the needs of our students
We encourage our students to discover the dignity of work, a source of self-fulfillment
We view work as a way to bring purpose and meaning to life
We seek to develop strong character and resilience, balanced moral conscience and solid values
We foster motivation and teamwork
In the Way of Mary
At Good Counsel College, Mary is the epitome of a Marist educator, serving as an example of Christian life, a motherly figure, and a devout individual who praised God. We perceive Mary as someone who embarked on a journey of faith, experiencing life's challenges while maintaining her unwavering faith. We consciously integrate a Marian dimension into our teachings through prayer and by emulating Mary's tenderness, strength, and steadfast faith.
These principles guide Good Counsel College, creating an environment where students can thrive academically, emotionally, and spiritually.
We see Mary as a perfect model of the Marist educator – as an exemplar of the Christian life, as mother, as one who praised God
We see Mary as a woman on a journey of Faith
We believe Mary had a difficult life and ‘dust on her feet’
We consciously bring a Marian dimension to our teaching by prayer, imitating Mary’s tenderness, strength and constancy of faith
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We acknowledge the First Nations peoples of Australia, the traditional custodians of the land, seas, skies and waterways on which we reside, work, travel and meet. We pay our respect to First Nations elders past, present, and emerging, and support the Uluru Statement From The Heart. We acknowledge that the land, seas, skies and waterways of Australia were, are and always will be, that of the First Nations peoples.
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Welcome to
Good Counsel College
Innisfail, Far North Queensland
Prospectus
Enrol Online
Sport & Academies
Prospectus
Enrol Online
Sport & Academies
About Our
College
Explore More
Innisfail
Good Counsel College is a Catholic secondary college in the Marist tradition, administered by Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns on behalf of the Most Rev. Joe Caddy AM, Bishop of Cairns. We are proudly part of the Mother of Good Counsel Parish in Innisfail, led by Parish Priest Fr Kerry Crowley.
We are committed to providing a Catholic education that is holistic in nature, paying attention to the academic, spiritual, physical, social and emotional growth and learning of all our students. Our facilities provide a modern and contemporary environment that allows us to provide a 21st century education. Our extensive use of communication and information technology (ICT) and our 1:1 laptop program provides the ideal platform for students to engage with their learning in a variety of ways that challenge and inspire them to reach their potential.
Enrolment into Year 7
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Learning & Teaching
Explore More
Faith & Wellbeing
Explore More
Co-curricular
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Keep up-to-date with our
Social, News & Events
Marist Characteristics
Experience the difference
Presence
At Good Counsel College, we prioritise establishing a genuine presence with our students. We take a personal interest in their wellbeing, making an effort to know each student individually. Our relationships are grounded in love, fostering an environment of attentiveness and warmth. By earning trust and promoting openness, we create a sense of community within which students can flourish.
Read More
Simplicity
Simplicity is a core value at Good Counsel College. We practice honesty and transparency, both in our beliefs and actions. Our commitment to humility and modesty is reflected in our approach, aiming to "do good quietly." Teachings emphasise simplicity, encouraging students to embrace this value in their lives, avoiding the seductive allure of material possessions and fame.
Read More
Family Spirit
The concept of family is integral to Good Counsel College. We treat each other as members of a loving family. We are dedicated to building a strong sense of community, offering a warm and accepting environment where students feel a sense of belonging. Successes and failures are shared, and we set clear standards of honesty, mutual respect, and tolerance. We see the innate goodness in every student, separating their actions from their core being. We give preferential attention to those in greater need and promote collaborative leadership.
Read More
Love of Work
We are people of work, approaching our daily tasks with dedication and the confidence that comes from our faith in God. Generosity of heart, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to our work are at the forefront of our ethos. Classes are prepared with vision and decisiveness to meet the needs of all students. We instill in our students the dignity of work as a source of self-fulfilment, emphasising that work can bring purpose and meaning to life. We focus on developing character, resilience, a balanced moral conscience, and solid values while fostering motivation and teamwork.
Read More
In the Way of Mary
At Good Counsel College, Mary is the epitome of a Marist educator, serving as an example of Christian life, a motherly figure, and a devout individual who praised God. We perceive Mary as someone who embarked on a journey of faith, experiencing life's challenges while maintaining her unwavering faith. We consciously integrate a Marian dimension into our teachings through prayer and by emulating Mary's tenderness, strength, and steadfast faith.
Read More
Presence
At Good Counsel College, we prioritise establishing a genuine presence with our students. We take a personal interest in their wellbeing, making an effort to know each student individually. Our relationships are grounded in love, fostering an environment of attentiveness and warmth. By earning trust and promoting openness, we create a sense of community within which students can flourish.
We care for students personally
We know each one individually
We seek relationship founded on love
We are attentive and welcoming
We earn trust, we foster openness
Simplicity
Simplicity is a core value at Good Counsel College. We practice honesty and transparency, both in our beliefs and actions. Our commitment to humility and modesty is reflected in our approach, aiming to "do good quietly." Teachings emphasise simplicity, encouraging students to embrace this value in their lives, avoiding the seductive allure of material possessions and fame.
We are genuine and straightforward
We say what we believe and show it
We are honest before God and ourselves
We seek humility and modesty, ‘to do good quietly’
We use simplicity in our teaching
We encourage simplicity as a value in our lives, not seduced by possessions and fame
Family Spirit
The concept of family is integral to Good Counsel College. We treat each other as members of a loving family. We are dedicated to building a strong sense of community, offering a warm and accepting environment where students feel a sense of belonging. Successes and failures are shared, and we set clear standards of honesty, mutual respect, and tolerance. We see the innate goodness in every student, separating their actions from their core being. We give preferential attention to those in greater need and promote collaborative leadership.
We relate to each other and to young people in our care as the members of a loving family
We undertake to build community
We offer a warmth of welcome, acceptance and belonging
We share life’s successes and failures
We set clear standards of honesty, mutual respect and tolerance
We believe in each student’s innate goodness, not confusing the person with their actions
We give preferential attention to those whose needs are greatest
We encourage leadership based on collaboration and shared responsibility
Love of Work
We are people of work, approaching our daily tasks with dedication and the confidence that comes from our faith in God. Generosity of heart, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to our work are at the forefront of our ethos. Classes are prepared with vision and decisiveness to meet the needs of all students. We instill in our students the dignity of work as a source of self-fulfilment, emphasising that work can bring purpose and meaning to life. We focus on developing character, resilience, a balanced moral conscience, and solid values while fostering motivation and teamwork.
We are people of work, ready to ‘roll up our sleeves’
We work with total confidence in God
We are generous of heart, constant and persevering in our daily work
We prepare classes, being visionary and decisive in meeting the needs of our students
We encourage our students to discover the dignity of work, a source of self-fulfillment
We view work as a way to bring purpose and meaning to life
We seek to develop strong character and resilience, balanced moral conscience and solid values
We foster motivation and teamwork
In the Way of Mary
At Good Counsel College, Mary is the epitome of a Marist educator, serving as an example of Christian life, a motherly figure, and a devout individual who praised God. We perceive Mary as someone who embarked on a journey of faith, experiencing life's challenges while maintaining her unwavering faith. We consciously integrate a Marian dimension into our teachings through prayer and by emulating Mary's tenderness, strength, and steadfast faith.
These principles guide Good Counsel College, creating an environment where students can thrive academically, emotionally, and spiritually.
We see Mary as a perfect model of the Marist educator – as an exemplar of the Christian life, as mother, as one who praised God
We see Mary as a woman on a journey of Faith
We believe Mary had a difficult life and ‘dust on her feet’
We consciously bring a Marian dimension to our teaching by prayer, imitating Mary’s tenderness, strength and constancy of faith
GCC
Alumni
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Parents and
Friends
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Career Opportunities
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Community
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"I graduated from GCC in 2015 and went on to study Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Honours) at the Queensland University of Technology (2016-2019)"
Ravneet Kaur
Class of 2015
Ready to get started?
Book a Tour
Visit our campus to learn more about the educational opportunities that Good Counsel College may provide for your kid.
Book A Tour
Enquire Now
Good Counsel College
Experience the difference
Phone
(07) 4063 5300
Send Email
Address
66 Owen Street, INNISFAIL QLD 4860
About
About Our College
Enrolments
Employment Opportunities
Contact us
Links
Privacy Statement
Disclaimer
Conditions of Use
Copyright
Social
Explore
Policies
Explore
Student Protection
Explore
Conduct, Complaints & Grievances
We acknowledge the First Nations peoples of Australia, the traditional custodians of the land, seas, skies and waterways on which we reside, work, travel and meet. We pay our respect to First Nations elders past, present, and emerging, and support the Uluru Statement From The Heart. We acknowledge that the land, seas, skies and waterways of Australia were, are and always will be, that of the First Nations peoples.
Good Counsel College, Innisfail
(07) 4063 5300