Print feature page   Add to shortlist   Whitefriars College     Whitefriars College 156 Park Road Donvale, VIC 3111 Tel: 03 9872 8200 Fax: (613) 9872 4343 Email: info@whitefriars.vic.edu.au Website: www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au Key Details Type: Catholic Level: Secondary Gender: Boys Religious Affiliation: Catholic Learning Extension: Yes Indigenous Education: Yes International Students: Yes Scholarships: Yes Download Prospectus/Brochure Our History Whitefriars College was established as a Catholic Secondary School for boys by the Carmelite Order in 1961. Situated in Donvale, the College is located in a unique bushland setting of 19 hectares, making it one of the largest sites of any Catholic College in Melbourne. Our Spirituality Contemplation, Community, Service and Devotion to Mary, Mother of Jesus, are basic to the Carmelite Spirituality on which Whitefriars College draws. This spirituality inspires a nurturing educational environment which enables students to feel that they belong; that they can believe in themselves and in that beyond themselves and that they have something to contribute to the world at large. We are living the motto drawn from the Carmelite spirit and tradition: In the care of a loving mother. Student Wellbeing & Community Engagement A Vertical House system is the basis of our Pastoral Care program. Students become well-known to staff who have a special interest in their holistic development. They are also connected to other students across the Year levels and offer each other leadership and support. Strong Counselling and Chaplaincy services are integral to this program. Whitefriars students participate in a number of community service activities. These include donating blood, tutoring under-privileged children and assisting many of the local community groups. Students raise money for various charities such as the Carmelite Mission in East Timor, Caritas, Oxfam, special appeals and those adopted by each of our House groups. Curriculum Our diverse curriculum challenges students to strive towards high personal achievement. Our well-developed notebook computer program, directed by multi-talented and specialised staff, coupled with extensive resources and an eco-friendly bushland setting, provide the basis for rich and extended learning. Co-curricular, Sport and Outdoor Education Beyond-the-classroom activities include the Year 7 Transition camp, the Outdoor Learning Program for Year 8-10, the Kairos Retreat in Year 11 and the Community Building Retreat in Year 12. Among a vast variety of co-curricular opportunities, students can also participate in the music instrumental program, drama and musical productions, debating, chess and environmental action. Comprehensive Physical Education and extensive sports programs, both intra and inter school, underpinned by highly skilled staff and excellent resources are the basis of our endeavours to promote the health and physical development of all students. An elective Outdoor Education program is also available. Facilities  International learning room  Library resource centre  LOTE Resource room x 3  Bush setting x 19 hectares  Design and Technology centre  Basketball courts x 5  Fitness weights and circuit centre  Performing Arts / Drama centre  Religious Education room  Science labs x 7  Visual Arts centre  Canteen  Careers Centre  Chapel  Counselling centre  Cricket nets x 3  Wireless site – laptops for every student  Gymnasium  Media suite  Music centre  Recording studio  Ovals x 2  Soccer pitch  Hockey pitch  Theatre   Announcements: What Makes Us Special Whitefriars is the only Carmelite school in Australia and is ideally placed in a unique bushland setting. We have a long-established, leading edge Notebook program, which enhances learning and teaching, and we have a commitment to continuous improvement in learning, personal development, facilities and resources. Scholarships Yes, the College offers both limited Academic Scholarships and an Old Collegian Scholarship. Visit us in 2011  Open Morning Tours are held on the first Monday of the month during school term between March and November between 9am and 10.30am, however Monday tours are held weekly during February. Our Open Day is held on Sunday 23 October between 10am and 3pm. More Information: For general or enrolment enquiries please use the form below or contact the school directly. Name: * Email: * Phone: Enquiry: Location: