Clontarf Aboriginal College is a Catholic College for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from Years 7-12. Clontarf represents a partnership between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the Catholic Church and the Edmund Rice network of schools. Clontarf's mission is to be a place of learning and understanding that respects Aboriginal culture and spirituality and encourages students to reach their dreams. The College motto is "Learning for Life". A comprehensive literacy program is provided for specific needs of students, many of whom speak one or more Aboriginal languages and an Aboriginal English dialect. Skills for life-long learning are developed in partnership with the academic curriculum, including state-wide and interstate field trips and student exchanges. Working partnerships are maintained with community organisations such as the Clontarf Football Academy, Clontarf Girls' Academy and the Safe Driver Education program. Vocational traineeship sponsors also offer post-school career opportunities for many students. The College has implemented strategies to provide a teaching and learning environment that is relevant for Aboriginal students and challenges them to excel. Pastoral care and a supportive environment facilitate community-building.