Padua College, Kedron QLD

‘Deus Meus et Omnia - My God and My All’

Gender

Boys

Years

5-12

Enrolments

1600

Established: 1956

Principal: Mr Bruce McPhee

Address: 80 Turner Road, Kedron 4031

Key Information

Staff

117 Teaching

60 Non Teaching

Fees

Please visit our website (Year 7)

Please visit our website (Year 12)

QCE Subjects

45

Languages

Japanese & Italian

Features

VET Available

Flagship Programs

Academic Excellence, Co-curricular Program, Music Program, Outdoor Education and Camps Program, Social Justice & Community Program, Subject Range and Diversity,

About our school

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.

College Rector

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.

Peace and all good.

Mr Bruce McPhee
College Rector

Quick Facts

  • Only Australian school under the care of the Franciscan Friars.
  •  Franciscan values that shape Good Men
  • Every boy known, supported, and valued
  • A clear learning journey from Years 5–12
  • Strong wellbeing and House connection
  • Expert, student-centred teaching
  • Extensive sport and cultural opportunities
  • Renowned instrumental music program
  • Adventure-based outdoor education at Amaroo
  • Service learning that builds character
  • Adolescent Success Middle Years School of Excellence

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Facilities

Purpose-built Outdoor Education Centre in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Dedicated Junior and Senior Campuses allow for learning to be tailored for students’ needs, Brand new College Hall, State-of-the art construction workshops for vocational education, Future-focussed design and engineering classrooms, Library and Innovation Centre, Sporting precinct, Swimming pool

Campus Locations

Main Campus

80 Turner Road, Kedron, 4031

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