‘Belong. Believe. Become.’
Est: 1961
| Address: | 156 Park Rd, Donvale VIC 3111 |
| Tel: | 03 9872 8200 |
| Fax: | 03 9872 4343 |
| Email: | info@whitefriars.vic.edu.au |
| Web: | www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au |
“Based on Carmelite values, a strong feeling of belonging is nurtured, supporting our boys to do and be their best.”- Principal Fr Paul Cahill, O.Carm
| Enquiries: | Cherie Tucker |
Principal Fr Paul Cahill, O.Carm |
| Email: | ctucker@whitefriars.vic.edu.au | |
| Gender: | Boys | |
| Yr Range: | Yr 7-12 | |
| Enrolment: | 1,160 students | |
| Yr 7 Enrolment: | 208 students; 8 classes | |
| Languages: | Italian, Mandarin & Indonesian | |
| Fees for 2012: | Yr 7 $7,800, Yr 12 $8,820 | |
| VCE Units 3/4: | 41 | |
| VCAL: | Yes | |
| VET: | Yes |
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About Us
Whitefriars, the only Carmelite College in Australia, is ideally situated in a unique bushland setting of nineteen hectares, making it one of the largest sites of any Catholic College in Melbourne. Our commitment to continuous improvement in learning, personal development, facilities and resources, coupled with leading edge personal computer programs, enhance learning. Vertical Pastoral Care provides our boys with emotional and spiritual support from peers and dedicated staff.
Curriculum
Our diverse academic, environmental, spiritual, sporting and cultural curriculum is underpinned by the innovative use of tablet computer technology, providing powerful tools for teaching and learning. The use of tablet computers is appropriately integrated into a student’s day to day work, in a warm, nurturing, safe environment. Our specialised staff inspire students to strive towards high personal achievement, to develop confidence and direction. Extensive resources and a unique setting provide the basis for rich and extended learning.
Technology@Whitefriars
We have made a substantial shift in emphasis in relation to technology – from learning to use technology to using technology to learn. Students each have their own tablet computer; a multi-purpose tool for research, productivity, communication, presentation, reflection and thinking. The advantage is it is the student’s own portable learning and communication tool. Most textbooks are replaced by electronic texts and online resources, taking advantage of technology at the time and place it is needed.
Innovation
Being able to inquire, explore, experiment and communicate within and beyond the classroom improves the quality of student learning. Our programs provide tools and strategies enabling development of skills that are increasingly important to quickly find, critically sift and analyse a variety of information sources; to share and critique ideas (near and far); and to create, refine and present ideas clearly, effectively and efficiently, in a variety of ways. The tablet computer skilfully used enables all this and more.
Co-Curricular
Among a vast variety of co-curricular opportunities, beyond-the-classroom activities include the Year 7 Transition camp, Outdoor Learning Program and LOTE-associated international travel programs. Students can participate in the instrumental music program, drama and musical productions, debating, chess and environmental action. Comprehensive PE and sports programs, both intra- and inter-school, are the basis of our endeavours to promote the health and physical development of all students. An elective Outdoor Environmental Studies program is also available.
Visit Us in 2012
Our Twilight Transition Evening is Tuesday 21 February. Our Open Day is Sunday 21 October, and tours are held throughout the year. Check the website for specific dates.
Scholarships
Yes, the College offers both limited Academic Scholarships and an Old Collegian Scholarship.
