St Benedict's school was established in 2008 at Mango Hill in the northern suburbs of Brisbane. Our school population exceeds 500 students from Prep to Year 7. The school is designed and planned with sustainability and eco-friendliness as a focus including recycling, water tanks, planned solar energy and a natural dam, incorporated into the learning, as we empower students to be caretakers of our environment. At St. Benedict's we pride ourselves on offering not only a high quality education but an atmosphere which is truly unique. Our culture is based on the catholic tradition as well as our Patron, St Benedict, whose teachings, philosophy and values permeate our curriculum. Our school motto, Walk in God's Ways, is our influence by which to live, love, learn, and celebrate in our world today. We promote the values of hospitality, community, peace, prayer, stability, conversion, humility, compassion, obedience, and work in our everyday lives. Our school is educating the whole person as they are empowered to shape and enrich our changing world, by living the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is important for your child to experience a sense of belonging and we endeavour to provide an inclusive environment where all students can feel safe and happy. Our educators ensure all learners and their individual styles are catered for, setting up all students for success. We promote collaborative partnerships between home and school where you feel free to contact us to discuss any concerns. Parents and caregivers are strongly encouraged to be involved and active in their child's education. As well as parent assistance in the classroom, we have a Parents and Friends Association and a School Pastoral Board. Our Mission Statement challenges us to Live, Love, Learn and Celebrate Together. Live Together - by building positive relationships where each person is welcomed, respected and valued. Love Together - by embracing each person as we listen to the voice of God with the ear of our heart. Learn Together - by encouraging and supporting each person while using their unique gifts as we commit ourselves to the service of shaping and enriching our unfinished world. Celebrate Together - by accepting the growth and development of each person as we find God in the everyday rhythms of life. Our regular instruction program includes Specialist Teachers in the areas of Health and Physical Education, Speech and Drama, Music, Instrumental Music, Art, Dance and LOTE. We offer sporting opportunities, such as touch football, AFL, netball, soccer, cricket and tennis to name a few. St Benedict's offers a quality education with a very professional and dedicated staff.
