St Bernard's College Essendon

St Bernard's College Essendon St Bernard's College - the man he will become. Catholic Boys' Secondary College - Essendon, Victoria.
'Achieving Excellence by Learning and Doing'

St Bernard's College is a single-gender Catholic Secondary School offering a wide range of formal classes, and also a comprehensive informal curriculum, to more than 1400 young men from Year 7 through to Year 12. The students are expected to be personally enthusiastic about involving themselves in the broad educational spectrum offered by the school. This applies especially to their growth in an i

nformed appreciation of their Faith as an integral and essential part of that broad education. Though our student population is drawn mostly from those who have attended local Catholic Primary Schools, and whose families have been actively supportive of their sons' ongoing education in the Catholic faith through consistent involvement in their parish communities, consideration is always given to students who can demonstrate special circumstances. There is no selective academic entrance exam. Set in extensive grounds on the side of Steele Creek Valley in West Essendon, the College is administered as two separate campuses—Years 7 to 9 and Years 10 to 12—who share the same site. This fosters a closer sense of community on each campus.

Reconciliation Week at St Bernard’s was filled with engaging activities and meaningful moments that united our school in...
05/06/2026

Reconciliation Week at St Bernard’s was filled with engaging activities and meaningful moments that united our school in a shared purpose.

We began each day with a shared moment in homerooms where students learned more about First Nations culture and history through videos and stories. The week kicked off with a fundraising BBQ that successfully raised money for our friends at the Miriam Rose Foundation, an organisation working to improve education opportunities and quality of life for First Nations youth.

Last Friday’s lunch was filled with excitement as staff faced off against students in a game of Buroinjin, a ball game long played by the Kabi Kabi people of Southern Queensland that shares similarities with rugby and handball. Despite coming up against an all-star staff team (who arguably had the favour of the umpires!), our student team were simply too good.

Finally, a team made up of our FIRE Carriers , student leaders and staff walked along the Maribyrnong river early on Wednesday morning, braving the freezing cold to emulate Michael Long’s famous ‘Long Walk’ and reflect on the continuing journey of reconciliation.

We thank our Identity team for their work in marking this occasion and our whole school community for embracing the meaning of Reconciliation Week. Special mention must go to our FIRE Carriers who dedicated themselves to the activities and brought many others along with them - they truly embraced this year's Reconciliation Week theme of ‘All In’. We look forward to continuing this important journey of reconciliation and recognition of our shared history.

Our VCE Art students traded the classroom for the city on a recent excursion, soaking up inspiration from Melbourne’s vi...
04/06/2026

Our VCE Art students traded the classroom for the city on a recent excursion, soaking up inspiration from Melbourne’s vibrant arts scene. 🎨

They explored The Dax Centre at the University of Melbourne, which houses work exploring the impacts of mental health, and the use of art therapy as a diagnostic, research and recovery tool, providing a window into people’s experiences of mental illness. A behind-the-scenes tour with expert curator Nathan Schroeder gave students a closer look at exhibition design and the care that goes into art conservation.

The day finished at the State Library with two standout exhibitions: Rebel Heart (a look at how culture and time shape the way we express emotion through language and music) and Creative Arts (the journey from first idea to finished artwork).

Some exciting AFL news this week as 4 St Bernard’s boys have been selected for the Vic Metro squad in the 2026 Under-18 ...
03/06/2026

Some exciting AFL news this week as 4 St Bernard’s boys have been selected for the Vic Metro squad in the 2026 Under-18 National Championships!

2025 graduates Sam Harris and Nic Staropoli have been chosen for the main squad, while current students Nate Jenkins and Tevita Rodan are named in the train-on list. All 4 play for the Calder Cannons at AFL Talent League—the highest-level junior competition in Victoria.

This is a massive achievement for these boys and a reward for their effort and preparation both on and off the field. Kudos as well to our dedicated staff and coaches, who provide fantastic support to all our students pursuing AFL.

Gather your friends for an unforgettable evening at the St Bernard’s College Glitz & Glam Ladies Night, a spectacular ni...
01/06/2026

Gather your friends for an unforgettable evening at the St Bernard’s College Glitz & Glam Ladies Night, a spectacular night of entertainment and celebration hosted by our Welcoming Community Group at the stunning Hyatt Place, Essendon Fields.

Parents, Past Parents, 2027 Parents, Partners of Alumni, friends and supporters of the College are all warmly invited to attend. Guests are also welcome to bring along friends for what promises to be a fabulous night out—not to be missed!

📅 Friday, 24th July 2026
🕒 7:00pm - Midnight
📍 Hyatt Place, Essendon Fields
🎫 $120 per person

BOOK HERE: https://www.trybooking.com/DMLNW

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
🍽️ Two-course dinner
🍫 5-Tier Chocolate Fountain with decadent dipping treats
🍷 Premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (spirits at bar prices)
🎧 Live DJ
📸 Glamour Photo Studio
🎟️ Live Auction & Raffle

All monies raised from the evening will directly support St Bernard’s College student programs, helping provide opportunities and experiences that enrich the lives of our students.

Secure your tickets early, this event is expected to sell out quickly.

Congratulations to Josh, Emanuel, Sam, Nicholas, and Josh for their outstanding efforts in the ACC Culinary Competition ...
31/05/2026

Congratulations to Josh, Emanuel, Sam, Nicholas, and Josh for their outstanding efforts in the ACC Culinary Competition on Friday 22 May!

The team prepared Duck à l’Orange and a Lemon Myrtle–Infused Poached Pear, demonstrating great skill and creativity in both presentation and Indigenous dish ex*****on.

We are proud to share that the team received a Silver Medal for their entry—an excellent achievement and a reflection of their dedication, effort and teamwork throughout the competition. 🥈

This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without our dedicated Food Studies team, who dedicated additional time to train and prepare our students, and our staff who assisted with transport on the day.

Congratulations all, this was an amazing team effort!

On Thursday 7 May, select students from the Year 7, 8, and 9 Able & Ambitious program represented the College at the Da ...
29/05/2026

On Thursday 7 May, select students from the Year 7, 8, and 9 Able & Ambitious program represented the College at the Da Vinci Decathlon held at PEGS, competing against some of Melbourne’s leading academic schools. 🎓

The Da Vinci Decathlon is a challenging academic competition that requires students to work collaboratively across ten disciplines, including Mathematics, Engineering, Science, English, Code Breaking, Cartography, and Creative Producers. Throughout the day, students were required to think critically, solve complex problems, and apply creativity under pressure.

All students represented the College with enthusiasm, resilience, and teamwork throughout the competition.

We are especially pleased to share that the Year 8 team achieved equal third place in Mathematics alongside Melbourne Grammar.

Congratulations to all students involved on their outstanding efforts and the way they represented the College!

On Friday, 22 May, a group of dedicated FIRE Carrier students proudly represented St Bernard’s College at the renowned ‘...
28/05/2026

On Friday, 22 May, a group of dedicated FIRE Carrier students proudly represented St Bernard’s College at the renowned ‘Long Walk to the G’.

This significant event draws inspiration from Michael Long’s historic Walk to Canberra, aiming to raise awareness and support for the health and life opportunities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Following the walk to the MCG, our students watched the iconic Dream Time match between Richmond and Essendon. This memorable experience was made possible thanks to the efforts of our dedicated staff and our valued partnership with the Essendon Football Club.

To be a FIRE Carrier is to exercise an important role at our school - these students have committed to learning about Aboriginal culture, and in the spirit of reconciliation, sharing this knowledge within and beyond the College community.

Thank you to Ms Novacek and Mr Lonsdale, for organising an amazing opportunity for our students to engage in meaningful advocacy and be part of a significant cultural event.

Our student athletes have been kicking goals this month, representing the College at two major state events! 🏃‍♂️At the ...
27/05/2026

Our student athletes have been kicking goals this month, representing the College at two major state events! 🏃‍♂️

At the beginning of May we had several teams compete in the Athletics Victoria All Schools Road Relay Championships at Princes Park. With a time of 37:42, our senior team were rewarded with a third-place finish in the U20 event, less than 20 seconds off the winners at 37:23.

Next up, our intrepid team of students and staff ventured down to Apollo Bay for the Great Ocean Road Running Festival on 16 May. Competing in the 6km and 14km races, the team posted excellent results, with many finishing top 10 in their category.

A huge congratulations to students Patrick, Isaac and William, who came first in their age brackets! A shout-out also to teachers Ms Roberts, Mr Cox, Mr Sweeney, Ms Romanin, and Ms Van Wees, who all ran outstanding races.

Finally, last Saturday our cross country students claimed a silver medal in the Athletics Victoria Jells Park Road Relays—improving from bronze to silver in less than a month and showing that their hard work is paying off!

Our athletes continue to train hard and we look forward to more events, including the annual City2Surf, later in the year.

We are thrilled to introduce the launch of the St Bernard’s College Music Academy in 2026! 🎼This is an exciting and tran...
26/05/2026

We are thrilled to introduce the launch of the St Bernard’s College Music Academy in 2026! 🎼

This is an exciting and transformative opportunity for young musicians in Years 2 to 6 across our partnership primary schools.

The Academy offers quality vocal and instrumental music tuition and ensemble experiences with our highly trained music teachers.

Express your interest today! Visit the link https://forms.office.com/r/Wk5Eyy48yi to fill out the EOI form and view more information.

We will be hosting a Parent Information Night at the College - come along to learn more about the Music Academy and how to secure your child’s place.

📅 Wednesday 10th June
🕑 7:00pm
📍 Frank FitzGerald Auditorium, St Bernard’s College Essendon

*Participation in the Music Academy does not also guarantee your child's enrolment to St Bernard's College.*

Last Wednesday the senior football sides of St Bernard’s College and Parade College played in the annual Madden-Bedford ...
25/05/2026

Last Wednesday the senior football sides of St Bernard’s College and Parade College played in the annual Madden-Bedford Shield game at Waterford Oval.

Parade College welcomed our senior side, coaches and senior leadership team for a special pre-match ceremony, with AFL icons and shield namesakes Simon Madden and Peter Bedford as special guests. Then it was on to the game, where despite a great effort from our boys, Parade claimed the shield with a strong performance, winning 74-51.

Congratulations Parade College and thank you for hosting us as we continue this great tradition between our two schools!

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