A LA SALLIAN SCHOOL

In 1916, the College was founded at Ashfield by De La Salle Brothers and was under their direction until 1972, when lay leadership commenced. Today, the Lasallian traditions are at the heart of the College and are highly valued by all of the school community.

John Baptist De La Salle established schools for the poor and offered courses relevant to the full range of students. His influence on education was recognised by the Church in his title of Patron Saint of all Teachers.

The Mission of this College is shaped by the thoughts of St John Baptist and is reflected in the ethos and culture of the school.

The model of the Lasallian school is based on God's love; to have unconditional regard for one another, as God has unconditional regard for us. The Lasallian school has an emphasis on relationships as being at the core of our work. We are brother and sister to one another.

The Lasallian school aims to provide a calm, affectionate and respectful environment for students and staff; to walk patiently with students through hard times, to congratulate them in times of success, to challenge them, and to make effort after effort to touch their hearts.

The Lasallian school strives to provide a well-disciplined, academic and spiritual environment. We aim to provide an excellent education to a diversity of students of all abilities. We are a place where a student who has not succeeded elsewhere can find a second chance; where gifted students are encouraged to use their gifts in service to the community.

The Lasallian school believes in inclusion. All are welcomed. All are valued. Our first concern is for the student most in need. The student is at the centre of our school. We would like all students in need to find a safe, caring environment that helps them grow in confidence and courage.