Brigidine College is an independent Roman Catholic secondary day school for girls, located in the suburb of Indooroopilly less than from the centre of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It was established in 1929 by the Congregation of the Sisters of Saint Brigid and continues in their tradition of Strength and Gentleness today.

It is affiliated with the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia (AHISA), the Alliance of Girls' Schools Australasia (AGSA), and the Catholic Secondary Schoolgirls' Sports Association(CaSSSA).

History

The College was founded by the Brigidine Sisters in 1929. The school motto – , is reflected in every aspect of the school's activities and policies. During 2014, a number of celebrations were held to mark the school's 85 year anniversary including: The new Foley House, blessed as the sixth House. The new Middle Years Learning Centre, with specialist facilities for Years 7–9, opened. A Whole School Photo marking the largest enrolment of students in the College's 85-year history. The Kildare Ministries was launched. The establishment of this Public Juridic Person includes the educational services and community works of both the Brigidine Sisters Australia and Presentation Sisters Victoria. Brigidine College is now under the care of Kildare Ministries in the tradition of the Brigidine Sisters.

House system There are six Houses at Brigidine College: Chanel (Red House, named after Saint Peter Chanel) symbol: flame Delany (Gold House, named after Daniel Delany) symbol: lion Damien (Blue House, named after Damien de Veuster) symbol: eagle De Porres (Green House, named after Saint Martin de Porres) symbol: dragon MacKillop (Jacaranda House, named after Mary MacKillop) symbol: phoenix Foley (Magenta House, named after Mother Brigid Foley, the foundation Principal) symbol: Love Heart Each house is led by two House Captains, who are also known as Prefects. Each girl's House is like her 'family' at school.

Notable Alumnae Melissa Andreatta, Soccer Coach Nat Grider, AFLW player Grace Harris, cricketer Rhianna Patrick, Radio Presenter Georgie Tunny, journalist

See also

List of schools in Queensland Catholic education in Australia

References

External links Official website