The vision of the College Community in a world of constant change, is to develop just and compassionate young women who are resilient, responsible and informed and ready to contribute to society. The core values of the College are Gospel-based, and focus on service, witness to Gospel values, inclusiveness, respect, excellence and an appreciation of traditions. The College seeks to achieve its mission by providing opportunities for leadership and community service activities with outside organisations as well as within the College community. Our mission also means that we focus on things important in the Presentation philosophy of education, namely hope for the future, life-long learning, a sense of celebration and affirmation in the achievements of young people and a strong commitment to social justice. Our focus in teaching and learning is always the student. The acknowledgement of the right to teach and the right to learn are also important expressions of our philosophy and mission. Founded by the Presentation Sisters in 1868, St Mary's is an Archdiocesan College and the only Catholic Kindergarten to Year 12 girls' school in Tasmania. Boys are enrolled from K to Year 2. St Mary's College is one of thirty-seven schools across the State which make up the Catholic education sector in Tasmania. Our College, as with all Catholic schools in Tasmania operates under the Archbishop's Charter for Catholic Schools. This Charter challenges our school community to always have regard for those who are disadvantaged or marginalised, as well as for social justice and for stewardship of the environment in the operation of the College. St Mary's is a member of the Alliance of Girls' Schools Australia and offers an extensive curriculum catering for a wide range of students. St Mary’s College has been able to provide first class physical facilities for our students. Most recently, thanks to the Federal Government’s Building the Educational Revolution Program, the College has been able to build a state of the art Student..