Red Bend Catholic College Forbes is a co-educational day and boarding school established in the Marist and Mercy traditions. It aims to foster educational excellence within a safe, Christian environment in a friendly rural setting. Prior to 1977 the Catholic Education of students in this region was provided by three secondary schools. In 1977 these three schools combined to form Red Bend Catholic College. Red Bend Catholic College is a place concerned about people. It relies on goodwill and co-operation in the important task of education. The example of parents, teachers, ex-students and friends of the College are needed in this passing on of the Christian heritage to the young. There is an emphasis on every member of the College community being valued and respected. Through our Marist charism we focus on a holistic development of students preparing them for all walks of life. One of the strengths of the College is we are ready to explore and address the complex issues of the social and economic disadvantages still suffered by so many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. There are a significant number of Aboriginal boarding students from the West and Central West of NSW attending the College.