St Patrick’s College is Launceston’s sole Catholic secondary school for Years 7 to 12, serving a dynamic community of over 1,500 students. 

Our unique three-school model on a single campus provides the best of both worlds: big school opportunities alongside the personalised care of a close-knit environment. This structure allows us to remain a unified College facilitating academic rigour and personal growth in every student.

College history dates back to 1873, with the dedicated work of the Presentation Sisters at Sacred Heart College. Today, we remain guided by our motto, ‘Strength through Faith and Knowledge’, which serves as the foundation for an educational experience that prepares students for the complexities of the modern era.

Welcome to St Patrick’s College!

A community of faith, learning, respect, and service.

At St Patrick’s College, we provide a holistic, Christ-centred education designed to empower every student. Guided by our values of Catholic identity, compassion, excellence and endeavour, stewardship, individuality, relationships, leadership and social justice, we focus on the formation of the whole person—ensuring each individual is seen, known, and valued.

Our students benefit from outstanding facilities, including the most recently added Penola Innovation Centre. Beyond the classroom, a rich co-curricular program builds the resilience and confidence our graduates need to succeed in a changing world.

We are an inclusive community and warmly welcome families of all faith traditions who share our values. I invite you to join us on a Principal’s Tour, so that you can visit St Patrick’s College and experience firsthand how your child could thrive in our energetic, lively and vibrant learning community.

Liz Illingworth Principal
Liz Illingworth, Principal

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