Excellence in Learning

Our reputation for high achieving students is built on the deliberate nurturing of an exceptionally strong and successful learning culture. It celebrates creativity, engagement, critical thinking, and exemplary academic and co-curricular performance, bringing out the best in each boy.

Philosophy
Teaching Boys
Top achievers in 2024
Teacher Coaching

Philosophy

Our challenging and inclusive curriculum places a strong emphasis on developing intellectual curiosity and passion for knowledge. These are great attributes we believe will prepare young men for lives full of purpose beyond our school gates, driven to make a difference in the world through generosity, service and justice.

Our teachers work closely with our boys, supporting and challenging them through rich and diverse learning opportunities that meet the needs of individual learners while stretching their abilities. Coupled with the support of classmates and friends, we set your son up to fulfil his potential.

We have a unique opportunity to teach boys that there are many good routes to becoming good men.

Teaching Boys

For over 50 years, our College has cultivated a culture that understands, accepts and celebrates boys and how they learn.

Our focus on boys’ education enables them to prosper in all areas, pursuing their interests, while encouraging them to be themselves without the preconceived notions of rigid gender expectations that can regulate their decisions and drive their development.

There is something really special about schools just for boys with teachers who understand how they learn. Our passionate and dedicated staff believe in the value of each boy and are committed to their growth. Our collaborative culture empowers our staff to work in teams that share information and the latest research to identify areas for improvement and innovation.

Our teachers place high expectations on and encourage each boy to exceed his potential.

Teachers know it is important to be able to laugh with them, to stimulate their imagination, to ignite their passions and to be able to correct them, while still conveying a sense that every boy is valued.

We are committed to being a boys' school that promotes responsible relationships and positive attitudes towards girls and women. We are uncompromising in being a safe and inclusive learning community respectful of diverse backgrounds, ethnicity, gender and nationality.

Marist teachers are passionate about creating a learning environment that speaks to the heart, expands the mind, and enriches the life of every boy entrusted to their care. The College’s Strong Minds, Gentle Hearts publication highlights the key areas of support by our teachers in providing quality boys’ education at the College.

High Achievers in 2024

We were pleased to witness our Year 12 graduates receive their results and, for many, see their delight and pride in their accomplishments—a testament to their hard work and commitment. While the overall cohort results were slightly below expectations compared to previous years, the Class of 2024 demonstrated perseverance and resilience, with many individual success stories to celebrate.

Key Highlights

22% of tertiary students achieved an ATAR over 90.
Over 48% of tertiary students attained an ATAR above 80, placing them in the top 20% of NSW/ACT.
Our median ATAR was 79.35.
76 students, both Tertiary and Accredited, earned Vocational Education Certificates, with many securing apprenticeships prior to graduation.

A particular highlight was the outstanding achievement of our College Dux, Hamzah Rushaidat, who earned an ATAR of 99.85—a truly exceptional result.

Top 5 ATARs:

Hamzah Rushaidat – 99.85
Benjamin Rothenfluh – 99.35
Omkar Gilkam – 98.50
Alexander Rouwhorst – 98.00
Samuel Smith – 97.95

We commend the Class of 2024 on their results and we wish them every success as they embark on the next chapter of their lives. Behind these accomplishments stands a partnership between our dedicated and caring staff and the families who have supported their sons throughout their schooling. It has been a privilege to journey with each young man, witnessing his growth morally, intellectually, and spiritually. For educators, this shared journey is a source of profound joy, and we are proud of the graduates of 2024.

Teacher Coaching and Development

Since 2019, the College has implemented Instructional and Middle Leadership Coaching to focus and develop the learning needs of our teachers.

The individual coaching approach is based on the work of Dr Jim Knight and Growth Coaching International. It is founded on research around the learning outcomes of professionals and, importantly in the case of schools, the learning outcomes of our students.

All teachers at Marist College Canberra are expected to participate biennially in coaching, with a view to enhancing student learning outcomes through improvement of their own practice and using the Marist Learning Principles as its foundation.

Instructional Coaching is the foundation of the program and all teachers participate in this format. The College also conducts Middle Leadership Coaching to enhance leadership strengths and the development of skills in the leadership of our team.