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Congratulations, Lucas!

Huge congratulations to Year 10 student Lucas Byrne, who has etched his name into the history books as part of Australia's U16 men's basketball team, becoming the first team to claim four consecutive FIBA U16 Asia Cup titles.

Well done, Lucas. We could not be prouder of your efforts! Read more below.

Open Afternoon

Plans are being finalised for our Open Afternoon on Thursday, 9 October. The event will include College Tours, hands-on classroom and sporting activities, our VCE Arts and Technology Exhibition and a Year 7 2027 Information Session. All welcome. See below for further details and to register.

2025 MENtal Brekky

Tickets are now available for the St Patrick's College MENtal Brekky on Friday, 24 October. This year's guest speaker is Patty Kinnersly, Chief Executive Officer of Our Watch, Australia’s leader in the primary prevention of violence against women. 

The Brekky is the main fundraiser for the Chris Yeung Fund, which aims to raise awareness of and provide financial assistance for families in the SPC community where the father is suffering mental illness.

The Chris Yeung Fund was established by some of Chris’ former classmates, family members and close friends, who were determined to bring awareness and support to men’s mental health. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the passing of Old Collegian Chris Yeung (SPC 1975-81) to suicide. 

What: 2025 MENtal Brekky

Where: OCA Pavilion

When: Friday, 24 October

Time: 7am - 8.30am

You can also support the Brekky by buying a raffle ticket or making a donation here: www.trybooking.com/DCEIL

Front Reception School Holiday Hours

15-19 September: Office Open

22-25 September: Office Closed

26 September (AFL Public Holiday): Office Closed

29 September – 3 October: Office Open

2027 Scholarship Program

Registrations are now open for the 2027 Scholarship Program. Scholarships are offered to new and existing students entering Years 7, 10 and 11 students in 2027 in the following categories:

• Academic Excellence
• General Excellence/Leadership
• Performing Arts (Music & Drama)
• Sport

For further information or to register, click on the button below.

Canteen Volunteers Needed

We're on the lookout for friendly, reliable volunteers to help in the College canteen. Whether you can spare a few hours a week or a just the occasional day, your support makes a big difference to our school community. No experience needed - just a willingness to help and a smile. Interested? Register here or check out the flyer below for further information.

2026 Term Dates 

Term 1

Years 7&12 Commence: Thursday, 29 January

All Students Commence: Friday, 30 January

Public Holiday: Monday, 9 March (Labour Day)

Classes Conclude: Thursday, 2 April

Term 2 

Classes commence: Monday, 20 April

Public Holiday: Monday, 8 June (King’s Birthday)

Classes Conclude: Friday, 26 June

Term 3               

All Students Commence: Tuesday, 14 July

Boarders’ Exeat: Monday, 17 August

Classes Conclude: Friday, 11 September

VCE Practice Exams: Monday, 14 September – Friday, 18 September

Term 4 

All Students Commence: Monday, 5 October

Boarder’s Exeat: Monday, 2 November and Tuesday, 3 November (Melbourne Cup)

Years 10-11 Head Start: Monday, 23 November – Friday, 4 December

Classes Conclude: Friday, 4 December