Enquiries 

The College welcomes feedback from all members of the school community. Marist College Canberra is committed to maintaining high standards in all areas of its educational endeavour. 

General feedback and enquiries can be made via the Quick Contact form above, or by emailing enquiries@mcc.act.edu.au

Complaints

The College takes seriously any complaints or concerns that may be raised. 

If you have been unable to resolve a matter informally, or simply wish to make a formal complaint, you can do so by any of the following means:

  1. Forwarding an email to “The Complaints Officer” via complaints@mcc.act.edu.au. Alternatively, complete the form above selecting "Complaints" as the nature of your enquiry.
  2. Writing a letter to the Regional Director (Sydney) of Marist Schools Australia if the complaint is against the Headmaster.
  3. Writing a letter to the College addressed to “The Complaints Officer”.
  4. Telephoning the College and asking to speak to your son’s House Group Leader or teacher.

More information can be found by reading the Complaints and Dispute Resolution Guide. 

Community Principles

As a Catholic learning community illumined by the gospel of Jesus Christ and founded in the Marist traditions of St Marcellin Champagnat, Marist College Canberra strives to bring the Gospels to life through our core values of faith, love, justice, compassion and hospitality. 

As a member of our College community, we expect that in all communications and interactions with, on behalf of or in relation to the College, you will always support our Catholic and Marist ethos. You will uphold these values while treating others with respect, demonstrating and modelling behaviour that promotes and supports positive relationships and wellbeing in our College. Together, we create fine young men.

Key Personnel

College Executive
  • Headmaster - Matthew Hutchison
  • Deputy Headmaster - Liam Stakelum
  • Director of Business Services - David Perceval
  • Assistant Head of School, Junior School - Kirsty Bell
  • Assistant Head of School, Staff and Community - Glenn Slater
  • Assistant Head of School, Studies - Rohit Bhatnagar
  • Assistant Head of School, Learning and Teaching - Darren Leech
  • Assistant Head of School, Mission and Identity - Nathan Ahearne
  • Assistant Head of School, Wellbeing and Engagement - Sarah Mahar
Senior School - Heads of Departments
  • English - Loretta McNaught
  • Health and Physical Education - Patrick Elliott
  • Hospitality and Food Technology - Erinn Elliott
  • Inclusive Education - Bronwyn Westcott
  • Information and Library Services - Karen Collins
  • Languages - Kate Lofthouse
  • Mathematics - Matthew McDonald
  • Performing Arts - Jarrod Schindler
  • Religious Education - Tom Guinane
  • Science - Sam Papasidero
  • Social Science - Lorraine Gannon
  • Technology, Applied Studies and Digital Technology - Terence Pereira
  • Visual Arts - April Croft
Senior School - House Deans
  • Head of Student Wellbeing (Senior School) - Justin Wood
  • Conway House Dean - Max Spencer
  • Francois House Dean - Simon Rugala
  • Darlinghurst House Dean - Luke Croker
  • Haydon House Dean - Michael Monagle
  • Lavalla House Dean - Peter O'Callaghan
  • Le Rosey House Dean - Tony Sullivan
  • Ludovic House Dean - Dixon English
  • Mark House Dean - Melinda Clarke
  • McMahon House Dean - Phil Belcher
  • Patrick House Dean - Matt Calder
Junior School Key Contacts
  • Head of Student Wellbeing, Junior School - Craig McMahon
  • Head of Learning and Teaching, Junior School - Emma Darcy
  • Counsellor, Junior School - Greg Mitchell
Other Key Contacts
  • Head of Liturgy - Leesa Callaughan
  • Head of Ministry and Solidarity - John Watkins
  • Head of Moderation and Studies - Dale Argall
  • Head of Academic Excellence - Melissa Musgrove
  • Head of Student Progress - Grant Barclay
  • Head of Vocational Education and Training - Dave Moore
  • Head of Sport - Sam Norton-Knight
  • Year 7 and 8 Coordinator - Carmelina Paragalli
  • College Counsellors - Andrew Hackwill and Natalie Casey
  • Footsteps Coordinator - Matt Rowland
  • Careers Advisor - Leigh Southwell
  • Marketing and Communications Manager - James Watson
  • ICT Systems and Operations Manager - Andrew Soesman
  • Facilities Manager - Teague Baldry