Founded in 1892 and an integral part of the local community St Edmund's College is a Catholic secondary boys school in the Edmund Rice tradition. The values of the College are those espoused by the Charter for Edmund Rice Education Australia (www.erea.edu.au). The Year 8 curriculum is a mandatory program based on the Key Learning Areas. Choice through a unitized curriculum occurs through years 9 and 10 with year 10 positioned as a transition to senior schooling. Senior schooling provides a choice of three pathways. An Overall Position Pathway qualifies students for direct university entrance. An Employment Pathway allows students to undertake a program which provides VET options, work placement and the possibility of gaining a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship. An Integrated Pathway allows students to choose a blend of academic subjects, VET qualifications and work placement. An extensive Learning Support Program is in place to assist students with learning difficulties and special needs. The College operates a vertical pastoral system ensuring each student is provided with mentors, consistent care and the opportunity to develop leadership skills. St Edmund's offers a broad cultural program and sporting competition through the Association of Independent Colleges.