Founded in 1901 by the Brigidine Sisters, this school aims to develop well-rounded individuals through academic, cultural and sporting pursuits in a framework of strong values and Christian faith.
Facilities: The school has a fully computerised library information network linked to computing, music, design and technology, visual arts and word processing. There are also specialist rooms, and a full range of design and technology options including woodwork and plastics. The Cullen Centre is a sports/assembly hall and 3 classrooms set in landscaped gardens.
Electives Years 9 to 10: Italian, Design and Technology, Food Technology, French, Business Operations and Procedures, Sports Science, Visual Art, Information Software and Technology, Elective History, and Drama are offered in addition to all mandatory Key Learning Area requirements for Years 7 to 10.
Electives Years 11 and 12: Information Processes and Technology, Economics, Business Studies, Geography, PD/H/PE, Community and Family Studies, Music, Visual Arts, Legal Studies, French, Italian, Food Technology, Design and Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Business Services (VET) and Hospitality (VET); as well as History, Mathematics and Science courses at all skill levels.
Sport: Sports and physical education play an important part in school life and encompass activities such as athletics, gymnastics, tennis, netball, softball, water sports and touch football.
Extracurricular activities: Brigidine provides exceptional opportunities in the area of music with a 70-piece orchestra, a concert band, ensemble groups, recorder groups and two choirs, as well as offering individual tuition in an extensive range of instruments. Debating, public speaking and Mock Trial, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, science club and creative writing club are also offered. Regular orchestral concerts showcase the talents of students and teachers.
Welfare and personal development: A work placement program is available in Year 11 for students completing VET courses in Business Studies and Hospitality. A personal development program exists for each year level.
Famous ex-students: Helen Quach (conductor), Sarah Chadwick (actress), Sonia Klein (model), Renee Stubbs (tennis).