04 | Brisbane Catholic Education

Discover the St Patrick’s difference - two Gympie Catholic schools unite to support student success - St Patrick’s Primary School and St Patrick’s College, Gympie, are demonstrating the power of collaboration during Brisbane Catholic Education's (BCE) Open Week (27 April to 3 May).
Discover your future at St Benedict’s College this BCE Open Week! - Looking for a College where curiosity comes to life? Then look no further! During Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) Open Week (27 April to 3 May) future students and their families are invited to step inside St Benedict’s College, Mango Hill, and its vibrant new careers space Monday 27 April.
From classroom to course - Good Shepherd students to take on new Ninja Warrior Playground - Students at Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School, Springfield Lakes, are climbing to new heights as they explore their new Ninja Warrior Playground for the very first time (Thursday 23 April).
From classrooms to communities - BCE students shaping Australia’s future - They may only be in high school, but they’re already shaping conversations beyond the classroom!
Join a proud sporting tradition at St Paul’s School, Woodridge - The students at St Paul’s School are kicking it out of the park this Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) Open Week (27 April to 3 May). In the last 12 months students from the Woodridge school have achieved success across a wide range of sporting disciplines at both state, national, and even international levels of competition.
Join a thriving parent community at St Joseph’s School, Bardon - “It’s a place where families feel welcomed, connected and truly part of a school community”–St Joseph’s School, Bardon Principal Carol Seagar. This Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) Open Week (27 April to 3 May), St Joseph’s School proudly invites families on Wednesday 29 April, to discover the strong sense of belonging that defines their school.
Mater Dei Catholic Primary School creating future-ready learners! - It’s more than a classroom! It’s an iHub. Mater Dei Catholic Primary School, Ashgrove West, is taking a giant leap forward this Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) Open Week (27 April to 3 May), showcasing a dedicated science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) space to local families.
QISSN welcomes Griffith University as Major Sponsor of 2026 Netball Carnival - The Queensland Independent Secondary Schools Netball (QISSN) Association is delighted to announce Griffith University as the Naming Rights Sponsor for the 2026 QISSN Carnival, reinforcing the event’s commitment to nurturing young athletes and supporting excellence in school sport across Queensland.
SECA and the NRL kick off a new era of rugby league - This week, the BCE SECA rugby league competition kicks off, marking the start of a partnership with the NRL which is set to deliver top tier rugby league to hundreds of students in 2026 and beyond.
St Anthony’s School farewells beloved Principal of 9 years - Few careers span generations of school communities, and even fewer leave such a lasting impact!
St Brigid’s Eco Marines ‘Care for Our Common Home’ this BCE Open Week! - Choosing a school for your child can feel overwhelming, but at St Brigid's Catholic Primary School, Nerang families can be confident that students are making an impact both inside and outside of the classroom.
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Childers turns new page in centenary year - St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Childers has 100 reasons to celebrate in 2026!
St Michael’s College student walks in history as 2026 Premier ANZAC Prize winner - “To put myself in their shoes, imagine their hardships, and hear their stories, fills me with awe” – St Michael’s College, Merrimac Year 9 student Kurt Lane.
Star of the Sea School building a brighter future this BCE Open Week! - Star of the Sea School, Merrimac is laying strong foundations for the future with exciting plans now taking shape as the school looks ahead to its Stage 3 building works.
The language and traditions that shape Catholic school life - Catholic schools have their own language and traditions that shape daily school life, and this Catholic school glossary can help new families become more familiar with these.
Visit a Prep playground like no other this Open Week! - St Benedict’s Primary School, Mango Hill will showcase its new adventure playground to prospective students and their families for the first time this Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) Open Week (27 April to 3 May).
Why is a Unity College education unique? Let’s find out! - To mark BCE Open Week (27 April to 3 May), we spoke with Unity College’s newly appointed Head of College, Nicole de Vries about what drew her to the College, what shapes her approach to leadership, and what sets a Unity College education apart!