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MARIST COLLEG E
ASHG ROVE
Viriliter Age
Act Courageously
INTRO PARAGRAPH
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“Real education should consist
of drawing the goodness and the
best out of our own students.
What better books can there be
than the book of humanity?”
– CESAR CHAVEZ
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Welcome
MARIST COLLEGE ASHGROVE (MCA)
HAS A RICH TRADITION THAT HAS EXISTED SINCE
ITS BEGINNINGS IN 1940.
The College is a unique mix of day and The College motto “Viriliter Age”
boarding students from Years 5 to 12 – Act Courageously, challenges our
who receive a Catholic education in students to conduct themselves at
the Marist tradition. MCA prides itself all times as young men who aspire
on providing an holistic education to excellence in everything they do.
that develops the spiritual, academic,
cultural, sporting and personal growth of On behalf of the MCA community
each boy. I would like to extend a warm welcome
to prospective members
Our Marist values of simplicity, presence, of our Marist family.
love of hard work, family spirit and being
in the way of Mary guide the whole Michael Newman
College community each and every day. Head of College
A dedicated staff of Brothers and lay
people work hard to ensure each boy
has the opportunity to become the best
person he can be.
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A Rich History
“OFFERING AN HOLISTIC EDUCATION,
DRAWING ON THE CHRISTIAN VISION OF THE
HUMAN PERSON AND OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT.”
– CF. CH. 5, WITH A DISTINCTIVE MARIST STYLE
The Marist Brothers Marist College Ashgrove
The Marist Brothers is a religious Marist College Ashgrove began in 1940
institute founded in France in 1817 with 70 students and Brother Ignatius
by a young French priest, Marcellin O’Connor as its first Headmaster. The
Champagnat. He believed his mission in College is built on the site formerly
life was to make Jesus known and loved used by Father Walter Cain and his
and to do so by creating schools which proposed missionary order. The only
not only taught secular subjects but permanent building was the Tower
religious education and the catechism. Block, its graceful architecture has
made it the icon of the entire College.
Over the next 50 years the Brothers Despite temporary evacuation and
expanded across all continents and re-location during World War II, the
established a system of education world- College flourished and developed. With
wide. Today the Brothers’ schools exist continuous development of the College
in 78 countries. since 1940, today we have grown to over
1600 students.
The first Marist Brothers arrived in
Australia in 1872 and established The reputation of the College has
schools in Sydney. In 1929 the Brothers steadily grown and has been extended
established their first Queensland school by its loyal supporters and Old Boys. It is
at Rosalie and their second at Ashgrove respected throughout Australia, Papua
in 1940. Today, there are over 50 schools New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, the
in the association of Marist Schools in wider Pacific and Asia as a significant
Australia representing schools begun by institution which embodies the very
the Marist Brothers, Marist Sisters and best in Marist educational values and
Marist Fathers. teaching.
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Faith & Solidarity
TO MAKE JESUS CHRIST
KNOWN AND LOVED.
The Religious Education and Ministry the homeless, visits with elderly and
Program nourishes the spiritual life and disabled people in the community,
faith development of students. In the the annual Sony Holiday Camp
tradition of St Marcellin Champagnat,
for children with disabilities and
MCA students are educated in faith and
solidarity through: immersion programs with our Marist
neighbours in other
• An engaging Religious Education
cultures and countries.
curriculum that focuses on students’
religious literacy in light of the Religious Education and Ministry are
Catholic tradition
coordinated by the College Mission Team
• An integrated program of retreat and which comprises a full-time present
reflection opportunities for students Marist Father, Campus Ministry Team,
from Years 5 to 12 Head of Mission and Head of Religious
• Regular opportunities for prayer Education.
and liturgy, including Wednesday
morning Mass, Boarders’ Sunday At MCA, Religious Education and
Mass, pastoral group and class Ministry are founded on the ministry of
prayer, Assembly prayer and Jesus and the Marist way of living the
reflection Gospel. We aim to engage individuals
• Service and ministry groups and groups within the College community
such as St Vincent de Paul, in expressions of a lived faith through
Caritas and GreenAsh offering a broad range of sacramental,
• Extensive ministry and outreach prayer and reflection experiences,
opportunities through the MATES together with opportunities to minister
social justice program, to the “least favoured” in the wider
including weekly barbecues with community.
9“Nothing is so potent as
the silent influence of
a good example.”
– JAMES KENT
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A CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK:
LEARNING TO KNOW, LEARNING TO DO
AND LEARNING TO BE.
In the Primary School boys are Classroom teachers enhance the quality
encouraged to explore their world and of a boy’s education and help to ensure
express their thoughts and dreams in an he receives all the care and attention he
energetic, compassionate and supportive needs.
environment.
Outside the classroom, a healthy
Students are challenged to extend the lifestyle is encouraged through sports
boundaries of their experience through and outdoor activities that include ball
a curriculum that emphasises the sports, sporting competition and a range
development of Religious Education, of excursions and outdoor education
Literacy, Numeracy, Technology, activities.
Science, Humanities and Languages.
Building upon these fundamentals, they In the Primary School boys will
will develop the communication and laugh, play and develop in a dynamic and
social skills that will stand them in good caring community that provides
stead for the rest of their lives. an holistic education and nurtures
the young men that they will one
Creative expression is also vital in the day become.
Primary School. Art, Drama and Music
are all core aspects of the curriculum
and areas in which students are
encouraged to develop their imagination,
creativity and skills.
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Secondary School
A CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK:
LEARNING TO KNOW, LEARNING TO DO
AND LEARNING TO BE.
MARIST STUDENTS LEAD BY EXAMPLE.
Year 7 is a key transition point for should be offered at the College in an
boys into the energetic environment effort to suit the needs, abilities and
of the Secondary School as they begin interests of our students.
their journey from childhood to young
MCA also offers opportunities outside
adulthood and establish the foundations
the College in nationally recognised
for their future studies.
Vocational Educational and Training
To help in this transition, students are (VET) facilities.
taught by a select group of teachers,
The teachers at the College understand
exposing their growing minds to the
how boys learn and work towards
complexities of a more demanding
supporting each student to achieve
curriculum, whilst providing all the
success in an ordered, supportive and
care and support required in a new and collaborative environment.
challenging environment.
Arts, Music, Sports, Debating, Public
In the later years of secondary Speaking and a Religious and Ministry
education, students are able to choose Program is also very much part of the
from a range of courses. These courses Secondary School experience.
cater for the different interests and
ability levels of our student population. In the Secondary School students’
Boys are encouraged to choose courses thoughts and dreams will take shape
appropriate to their needs and abilities. as they prepare to become confident,
successful and valued members of
In addition to our normal curriculum, society.
MCA can provide students with
specialist courses at tertiary education
institutions, including University
Pathways for talented students. MCA
continually assesses which courses
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Pastoral Care
MORE THAN WELL PREPARED, THOUGHT PROVOKING
AND STIMULATING LESSONS.
Pastoral care at MCA embraces more It is a welcoming place where the
than the giving of well prepared, thought younger students are cared for and
provoking and stimulating lessons. It initiated into the Marist community
means being concerned for the total and its ethos. Due to their stage of
well-being of students, and with the development and learning needs,
development of the whole person. The students in the primary school are cared
philosophies underpinning pastoral for by the Year 5/6 Pastoral Leader and
care, the active pursuit of programs their classroom teachers in a horizontal
and practices aimed at promoting and pastoral care model.
supporting well-being and school ethos,
Pastoral care for students in Years 7 –
as well as the climate and atmosphere in
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which students and staff learn and work,
House System. This vertical approach
are complementary.
sees the students of the College being
Through explicit philosophies we well known, encouraged and well-
hope to educate young men in the advised by their Head of House and
way of St Marcellin Champagnat so pastoral group teachers. Each House
that they have the courage and has its own way of encouraging active
confidence to develop traits similar to contribution to the College as well as
those modelled by Marcellin himself. co-operation amongst the students. This
builds in the boys a growing sense of
Pastoral care is a strong feature belonging and ownership.
of the College.
The Brother Ignatius Centre, catering
to the needs of boys in Years 5 and 6, is
also an integral part of the College and
its pastoral care structure.
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Sports
THE CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAM PLAYS AN INTEGRAL
ROLE IN THE COLLEGE’S HOLISTIC APPROACH TO BOYS’
EDUCATION.
Through our sporting programs, students teams provides an opportunity for every
will learn the values of competition boy to compete in weekly competitions.
and achievement. Participation in sport
builds unique skills, reinforces the Facilities for sports include new
importance of teamwork and provides state-of-the-art heated Olympic
the experience of striving to achieve a size swimming pool, seven sports fields,
personal best. track and field precinct, six tennis
courts, two outside basketball courts,
MCA is an enthusiastic participant in the outdoor mulit-purpose area,
inter-school sporting activities organised gymnasium – including three basketball
by the Associated Independent Colleges courts, weight-training complex and two
(AIC) and has an outstanding record indoor multi-purpose courts.
of achievement in this highly-regarded
competition. A wide range of sports and
Sports at MCA include:
• AFL • Rugby League
• Basketball • Rugby Union
• Chess • Swimming
• Cricket • Tennis
• Cross Country • Track & Field
• Football • Volleyball
• Golf • Water Polo
• Hockey
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& Drama
MARIST COLLEGE ASHGROVE HAS A NATIONALLY
RECOGNISED MUSIC PROGRAM.
Playing a musical instrument, singing in creative awareness.
a choir or performing before an audience
encourages students to explore their Art
creative and artistic potential.
The Art curriculum combines modern
Music techniques such as animation, graphic
At MCA, students enjoy a range of design, computer art and photography
musical options to cater for musicians with traditional elements, such as
of all abilities. Opportunities for musical ceramics, drawing, painting and
expression are almost unlimited. sculpture.
Students regularly perform as members
of orchestras, jazz ensembles, bands and Students are encouraged to see the
choirs in performances that take place visual world from new perspectives and
throughout the entire school year. to respond with self-expression and
The Molly and Len Draney Theatre creative flair.
boasts a performance area that readily
accommodates the College’s Symphony Drama
Orchestra while providing seating
Students are encouraged to participate
for 300 patrons. This magnificent
facility provides students unparalleled in drama productions, whether through
opportunities for their own musical acting, producing or back-stage work.
development.
Through Drama, students are able to
Art and Drama explore their own self-awareness and
Art and Drama are integral components emotional development; an experience
of the MCA curriculum. With the help that is both challenging and inspiring.
of expert teachers, enthusiasm for the Students acquire skills in communication
artistic expression is fostered in students and improvisation which helps enhance
from their early years. their confidence and self-esteem.
Through exposure to a wide range
of artistic experiences, we aim to nurture
student’s aesthetic and
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Boarding
THE ETHOS OF A MARIST SCHOOL
IS EMBEDDED IN ITS FAMILY SPIRIT.
Boarders are an integral part of the Boarders can take full advantage of
College community and boarding at the breadth of MCA’s teaching and
MCA gives boys from country areas co-curricular programs and facilities.
and overseas access to an education of Structured study periods in the evenings
outstanding quality. allow boys to complete homework and
study. Boys also benefit greatly from
For families living closer to MCA, weekly the advice, encouragement and expert
boarding provides all the benefits of assistance from resident teaching staff
a caring, supervised environment on and assistants.
the campus during the week, leaving
weekends free to relax at home. Accommodation for 230 boarders
is divided amongst five residences.
Located in a tranquil garden setting, the Meals are well-balanced, with menus
Boarding College is a welcoming and developed in consultation with a
supportive community which emphasises qualified nutritionist.
the development of self-confidence,
Recreational areas provide ample
independence and a tolerance and
opportunities for indoor activities and
understanding of others. Creating a
boarders are encouraged to use the
‘home away from home’ has been an
College’s extensive leisure and sporting
important feature of Marist education
facilities, including sports grounds,
since its inception by St Marcellin
swimming pool and tennis courts.
Champagnat in 1817. Marcellin’s charism
continues to shine today in our modern Our weekend boarders enjoy a busy
and vibrant boarding community. We lifestyle, both within the College grounds
strive to ensure that boarding at MCA is and, when appropriate, in nearby
a safe, rewarding and socially satisfying Brisbane city and coastal precincts.
experience where boys from a diverse
range of backgrounds learn to live, play,
work and pray together.
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Community
“NO ACT OF KINDNESS, HOWEVER SMALL,
IS EVER WASTED.”
– AESOP
Parents and Friends As a College community we take great
joy and strength from our ongoing
The College is fortunate in having a relationship with our Old Boys and their
very active, supportive association families. To be part of the Marist College
which organises social functions, Ashgrove family is an enduring gift.
discusses issues of significance in the
College Foundation
College community and supports the
development of educational resources. The Foundation is an integral part of
The P&F Committee extends a warm life at Marist College Ashgrove and a
invitation to everyone in the College vital contributor to the College’s future.
community to be actively involved. It provides a reliable revenue stream
that helps the College keep pace with
Old Boys developments in education so students
and teachers can enjoy the best possible
This Association is a community of past facilities and learning outcomes without
students who promote the charism and large increases in school fees.
mission of St Marcellin Champagnat.
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Enrolments
INTERESTED IN ENROLLING YOUR SON
AT MARIST COLLEGE ASHGROVE?
Parents interested in applying for a place Families wishing to attend one of our
for their son at MCA are encouraged to tours are welcome to register on the
complete the Online Application Form MCA website or by contacting the
that can be accessed via our website. Enrolments Department.
For day students, our main entry years Overseas and remote families interested
are Years 5 and 7. Entry into other year in a boarding position who are unable
levels is dependent on places being to participate in one of our scheduled
available at the time of enquiry. tours are encouraged to contact
the Enrolments Department to make
Boarding students are considered for all alternate arrangements.
year levels from Year 7 to 12.
Further Information
College Tours
Additional information or other
We invite families to join our Head of enquiries should be directed to the
College, senior staff and students on a Enrolments Department:
tour of the College campus during the
scheduled tour held each term. Tours Phone 07 3858 4507
occur between 9:00am and 11:00am with Email enrol@marash.qld.edu.au
upcoming tour dates outlined on the Web www.marash.qld.edu.au
College website.
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M ARIST COLLEG E
A S H G ROV E
142 Frasers Road
Ashgrove QLD 4060
PO Box 82
Ashgrove West QLD 4060
07 3858 4555
www.marash.qld.edu.au
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