Students at Layola College are settling into their studies and the school is buzzing with excitement for the year ahead. Loyola is a Catholic regional secondary College located in Watsonia, serving the north-east of Melbourne.
As a Catholic co-educational College, Loyola places a strong emphasis on belonging to the community and encourages students to discover and develop their talents.
Loyola College follows the Ignatian tradition and has a clear purpose of developing well-rounded individuals of competence, conscience, and compassion.
The College instils a love of learning in its students, nurtures wonder, promotes individual care, and provides opportunities for students to encounter the person of Christ and serve others in his imitation.
Established in 1980, Loyola College is set on 27 acres in Watsonia. The College has maintained strong links with its constituent parishes, providing a comprehensive education for young men and women.
Parental engagement is a necessary commitment, and the College is dependent on the support and contribution of parents and the wider community. Layola College’s motto “Justice, Mercy, Faith” is a call to action for young people and a guide for a life of Christian service.
The College offers a supportive Transition program for students entering secondary school and encourages students to be actively involved and take personal responsibility for their learning through the Academic Companion program.
Loyola College values the development of each student’s unique potential and focuses on student wellbeing through Positive Psychology with an Ignatian lens, which is integrated into Mentor and Student Personal Development programs and the classroom.
There’s also a Student Services Department to support student wellbeing and a Co-Curriculum Program with a range of activities such as Service and Spirituality, Performing Arts, Sports, and Outdoor Activities.
All students are encouraged to participate in co-curricular activities and balance between classroom and co-curricular commitments. The Sport Program is an integral part of the Co-Curriculum, with weekly participation and competition opportunities.
The House Shield Competition also promotes co-curricular involvement and competition.
With its strong focus on the Ignatian tradition, parental engagement, and support for students, Loyola College is a wonderful educational community that we are proud to be a part of.
