St James College is a Catholic coeducational secondary College for years 5 – 12 in the Edmund Rice tradition in operation since 1868. It is a place where every student is known by name, loved in person, nurtured with care and inspired by hope. Our motto of Global Learning, Achieving Aspirations is for every student. The College welcomes students from many faith traditions and encourages strong ecumenical and interfaith understanding. The student body represents countries from all corners of the globe, allowing students the opportunity to form worldwide friendships.

“We are passionate about seeing all students succeed. By providing a variety of learning pathway options, including a range of subjects, programs, apprenticeships, sport and cultural activities, this supports students to reach for the stars and achieve their dreams.” Ann Rebgetz, Principal. As a modern inner-city College, programs are tailored to meet the needs of every student in modern facilities, ensuring the acquisition of transferrable skills, with rich and innovative curriculum coupled with remarkable pastoral care. With sporting excellence programs, particularly in basketball, our teams excel in futsal, soccer, netball, rugby league and rugby union. Our sporting programs focus on developing the individual and their teamwork and collaboration skills. With an additional campus at Maroon Dam, students engage in personal development camps and outdoor education.