Girls
7-12
991
Established: 1956
Principal: Samantha Jensen
Address: 82 Cremorne Road, Kedron 4031
79 Teaching
49 Non Teaching
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Mount Alvernia College at Kedron is the only Catholic secondary school (Years 7-12) for young women in the Franciscan Tradition in Queensland. Here, girls are provided with a well-rounded education through academic challenge, a variety of sporting and cultural endeavours and meaningful social justice programs. They come to know themselves and their purpose in life by living the gospel values of courage, service, respect and joy.
Mount Alvernia College graduates distinguish themselves through their capacity to serve the community and use wise, ethical leadership. At the heart of our Franciscan education is our unique commitment to Educational Wellbeing and the development of the whole person. We know that exceptional student care within a learning community will only be possible when the best elements of wellbeing and academic challenge interconnect in an environment of high support and high challenge.
At Mount Alvernia College, we offer a contemporary and forward-thinking pedagogical approach. We harness the unique capabilities of all students, guiding them into adulthood as leaders in their community. Our curriculum, whilst challenging, offers students a vast range of academic and vocational pathways – it’s not a ‘one size fits all’ approach. We pride ourselves in fostering the growth of highly developed, emotionally resilient women of courage and distinction. With a core focus on producing audacious, aspiring and authentic young people, students who are well-equipped critical thinkers, emulating a ‘we not me’ approach to life. We simply exist to empower young women to be hope-filled with a desire for learning and life – equipped to transform the world.
Guided by the Franciscan values of our foundress, Elizabeth Hayes, Mount Alvernia College has spent 70 years nurturing young women to grow with purpose, courage, and compassion. Every student is known by name, valued, and supported as she boldly pursues her aspirations with meaning and confidence. Our graduates leave us globally aware, empowered to use their voice and talents to respond thoughtfully to the needs of the time.
Our College continues to evolve, embracing a contemporary approach to learning that recognises the role of technology while celebrating the irreplaceable value of human creativity, imagination, and connection. Through The Human Edge, we are equipping our students with the confidence and skills to navigate a rapidly changing world, ensuring they remain curious, resilient, and purposeful.
As we celebrate 70 years of Franciscan education, we honour the generations of students, staff, and families who have shaped our story. Today, Mount Alvernia nurtures audacious, aspiring, and authentic young women who are faith-filled, future-focused, and ready to step confidently into their world, grounded in timeless values and guided by their uniquely human strengths.
Ms Samantha Jensen
Principal
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