Padua College – Our Past, Our Present, Our Future
In 1956, the Franciscan Friars responded to a request from the Franciscan Sisters to relieve the pressure on their Parish School by opening a school to educate boys. Padua College […]
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In 2026, Padua College celebrates 70 years of the Good Man of Padua story – a story built on faith, community, and belonging.
That story has been shaped and told by the thousands of boys and families who have passed through these gates, the staff who have taught and supported those boys, and of course the Franciscan Friars who guide our mission to educate young men of wisdom, service and quiet strength
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At Padua College, every student is known and understood, and students are inspired to discover and develop their unique talents and interests, to make an impact beyond the classroom. This student-centred approach leads to high levels of innovation and achievement across all fields. An education at Padua develops young boys with promise into Good Men of Padua College.
As we celebrate 70 years of the Good Man of Padua story, I am honoured to join this uniquely Franciscan community.
At Padua College, tradition meets innovation and excellence, as we educate our students to be men of character, continuously improving, discovering new skills, and developing innovative ways to impact the community beyond our College gates. Inspired by St Francis of Assisi, our Gospel values of joy, courtesy, humility, simplicity, and peace guide every step of our learner’s journey.
I warmly invite you to explore the Good Men of Padua College story further, as we continue our shared journey of discovery, innovation and transformation, always grounded in our Catholic Franciscan values.

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