From the Deputy Principal - Faith and Mission

We are heading into an exciting time of celebration as next week is Catholic Education Week (Sunday 16th - Sunday 23rd March). During this time, Catholic schools across the Archdiocese of Melbourne celebrate their Catholic identity, the pivotal role they play within their local community and the strength of the Catholic school network.

In light of the celebrations, communication from Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS) affirms the impact that a Catholic school education has on shaping the future. Recent research - undertaken by the Centre for International Research on Education Systems (CIRES) at Victoria University and commissioned by Victorian Catholic Education Authority (VCEA) - show the life-long impact of attending a Catholic school.

✅ People who attended Catholic schools are on average more likely to be employed, and to earn higher wages, than government school attendees. The average wage difference ranges between 4 per cent to 11 per cent.

✅ Past students are more likely to work in an industry or sector that directly benefits the public and were more likely to donate to charity.

✅ In addition, attending a Catholic school had a positive average impact on personal health and life satisfaction scores.

Saint Ignatius College is proud to be part of a wonderful network of Catholic schools who share the mission of Catholic education; who proclaim the Good News and equip our young people with the knowledge, skills and hope to live meaningful lives and enrich the world around them. We recognise that our staff, students and families, enrich our community and shape the future and that is worthy of grand celebration.