De La Salle College

De La Salle College is an inclusive Catholic school that welcomes students of all faith traditions and of no faith tradition, students of all abilities, those who are academically gifted and those with talents in other areas. When you become a De La Salle student you join a community that includes De La Salle Brothers, teachers, SNAs and auxiliary staff who really care about you â€" your academic and personal success, your intellectual and spiritual growth and your potential to make a positive difference in the world. Through our commitment, opportunities are provided for our students to enhance their self-esteem, develop leadership, a sense of responsibility, respect for authority and a spirit of loyalty. The College strives to support and develop initiative, self-confidence and the ability to work independently. Excellence in the academic, cultural, musical and sporting areas is encouraged, recognised and celebrated. In the La Sallian tradition, guided by our founder Jean-Baptiste de La Salle, the student is at the centre of all that we do. With this in mind there is a strong pastoral care programme in place. Our pastoral care system supports student development by creating an environment in harmony with the vision and Catholic values of the College, enthusiastically pursuing excellence within each student’s capabilities, establishing and maintaining quality relationships and providing leadership opportunities at all levels. Students are encouraged to constantly seek and speak the truth and to strive for justice in our world. These values are very important for our boys and it is hoped that where boys learn in an environment that respects and accepts these values they will shape their lives according to these values. Close and valuable relationships are established within the school to help students develop qualities that are important both at school and later in life â€" qualities such as enthusiasm, commitment, independence, competence, loyalty, cooperation and collaboration. My wish for all our students is that they will all reach their potential by using their many talents and skills and that they will look back on their school days in De La Salle College with fond memories. I would like to thank the parents/guardians for your continued support.