Principal’s Message

Welcome to the community of Patrician Brothers’ College Fairfield, where we offer a quality Catholic education that supports every boy to achieve his personal best. This translates into school life that:

  • welcomes all, seeking to be the face of Christ to the other
  • holds high standards in academic work and student engagement in learning
  • has strong discipline and high expectations of student behaviour, and
  • challenges the community to put faith into action.

The College has a longstanding tradition of excellent in all areas, with a strong spiritual, academic and sporting tradition; and is extended into areas of Information Technology, Creative and Performing Arts, Debating, Public Speaking, Chess and Vocational Education.

Our parents, students and staff have significantly contributed in making Patrician Brothers’ College Fairfield a special place of spirituality, learning, hospitality and welcome. We invite you to be part of our rich story.

Mr Peter Wade
Principal

Principal's Message

History
Our HistoryVineyards and a winery owned by the Dries Family once occupied the land that the College now stands on. At the invitation of Cardinal Gilroy, the Patrician Brothers established a Primary and Secondary School for boys in Fairfield in 1953.

The Patrician Brothers were founded by Bishop Daniel Delany in 1808 and are named after their patron, Saint Patrick. The Brothers were deeply committed to Delany’s maxim, to provide an “education for all”.

The College has grown tremendously and now caters for approximately 1150 students and continues the vision of Delany in seeking to recognise and proclaim the presence of Christ in all people and in all of creation.

Charism
The Patrician Charism is centred on the person of Jesus Christ and is characterised by a sense of welcome, recognising the person of Christ in all people and hospitality by responding to the needs of others.

Vision
Our MissionAchieving excellence in Catholic Education within a holistic and flourishing Patrician learning community.

Mission
To evangelise through a Christ-centred education for all

Values
Faith, Respect, Integrity, Welcome and Service

Motto
Maria Duce

The Latin motto Maria Duce, means “Let Mary Lead”. It points the College community to the need to keep its eyes on one closely tied to Jesus Christ, who gives the way to success in life and the hereafter. Patrician Brothers’ College Fairfield is a caring community with a family-like spirit in which the love of God and devotion to Mary will help to develop students who believe in and live the values of Christ.

College Colours
The College colours: Blue and Blue, link us to Mary, the Patroness of the Parish and of Australia, as well as to the environment in which the College is placed.

Our Parish

Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in Fairfield serves the local community of Fairfield through Mass, celebration of the Sacraments, community activities and opportunities for Evangelisation.

Parish Administrator: Fr Bob Bossini

Mass Times

  • Saturday Vigil: 6.00pm
  • Sunday: 7.30am (Polish), 9.00am, 10.30am, 4.30pm (Vietnamese), 6.00pm
  • Monday-Tuesday: 9.30am, 7.00pm
  • Wednesday-Friday: 9.30am

Contact Details
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

A: 18 Vine Street, Fairfield, NSW 2165
P: (02) 9724 5997
E: admin@olrfairfield.org.au
W: olrfairfield.org.au

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Staff ProfessionalAs a leading comprehensive boys school, Patrician Brothers’ College Fairfield is a great place to work. Our rich history and proud traditions have fostered an environment where students and staff can thrive academically and personally. 

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