Student Wellbeing
At Marist College Canberra, the wellbeing of each boy is our highest priority.
We hope each boy will look back fondly upon the many memories they will make here, recalling the friendships, the laughter and the many moments that shaped them into fine young men.
To support this, we have a carefully considered pastoral structure designed to ensure that each boy feels emotionally safe, connected and supported every day.
Meet the Houses
Conway
Named after Father Ailbe Conway, former Parish Priest of Pearce and long-serving College chaplain. House Dean: Mr Max Spencer Motto: Nil Desperandum (Never Give Up)
Darlinghurst
Named after Marist Brothers High School Darlinghurst, whose badge and motto transferred to Canberra in 1968. House Dean: Mr Luke Croker Motto: Qui Audet Vincit (Who Dares Wins)
Francois
Named after Brother Francois, one of the earliest and most pivotal Marist Brothers. Under his leadership, the Brothers grew from 200 to 2000, paving the way for their eventual arrival in Australia. House Dean: Mr Simon Rugala Motto: Carpe Diem (Seize the Day)
Haydon
Named after Monsignor Patrick Maurice Haydon, the first parish priest of St Christopher's in Canberra who was appointed in 1928. House Dean: Mr Michael Monagle Motto: Seges est Metenda (Reap What You Sow)
Lavalla
Named after La Valla-en-Gier, the first parish St Marcellin Champagnat was appointed to after his ordination to the priesthood. It was here he saw the need for an order of religious brothers to provide education. House Dean: Mr Peter O'Callaghan Motto: Si Fiet Per Mi Fiet (If it is to be it's up to me)
Le Rosey
Named after Le Rosey, a farming hamlet in the Lyon region of France and the birthplace of St Marcellin Champagnat. It was here on the land Marcellin developed his positive work ethic. House Dean: Mr Tony Sullivan Motto: Aude Esse Amplius (Dare to be More)
Ludovic
Named after Pierre Laboureyas, a Marist Brother known as Ludovic. He was chosen to lead the first four Marist Brothers to New South Wales, arriving in 1872. His efforts live on more than 150 years later. House Dean: Mr Dixon English Motto: In Lucem Ambulamus
Mark
Named after Brother Mark May, one of the four founding brothers who was pivotal to the establishment of Marist College Canberra. House Dean: Ms Mel Clarke Motto: Quae Seminaveris Metes (As you sow so shall you reap)
McMahon
Named after Brother Joseph McMahon, headmaster of Marist College Canberra from the mid 1970s until 1982. Brother Jospeh was passionate about education and the wellbeing of boys and staff in his care. House Dean: Mr Phil Belcher Motto: Ut Vincas Contende (Strive to Conquer)
Patrick
Named after the first Marist Brothers school in Australia, St Patrick's at Church Hill in the Rocks area of Sydney, established in 1872. Marist College Canberra directly traces its roots to this school which expanded to secondary education in 1875, moving to St Mary's Cathedral in 1887, Darlinghurst in 1910 and finally Canberra in 1968. House Dean: Mr Matt Calder Motto: E Pluribus Unum (Strength in Unity)
Since 1968, Marist Canberra has been a part of and had its footprints on the land of the Ngunnawal and Ngambri peoples. As a College, we acknowledge the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which we stand. We pay our respects to them and for their care of the land. May we walk gently and respectfully upon the land. We are, as Marists, an inclusive and welcoming community. We acknowledge that all are created in the image of our loving God and called to live our lives glorifying the Lord. People of all faiths, genders, sexualities, and cultures are therefore welcome and respected equally in the Marist Catholic community.