Dating back to 1901, St Brigid’s School was founded when the Sisters of Mercy took on the task of bringing a Catholic education to the children of Healesville. In 1904 the main brick building was constructed and 1915 the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) took over the school and continued until 1924. From the beginning of 1925 until 1988, the Sisters of St. Joseph were in charge of the school and developed a strong standing within the community. From 1989 until the present day, civilian teachers and principals have staffed the school. Many improvements have been made over the years and the school now has 15 classrooms, an office and administration block, staff amenities, STEM Room, Library, multi-purpose room, Arts Wing, gymnasium and many other internal and external facilities.
At St Brigid’s we seek to provide children with the best kind of education possible, one that fosters a formation of the whole person that is deeply and enduringly humanising. With parents as partners, St Brigid’s school seeks to provide an environment in which students are enabled to:
● encounter God in Christ and deepen their relationship with him,
● pursue wisdom and truth encouraged by a supportive academic culture,
● grow in the practice of virtue, responsible freedom and serving the common good.
School spirit, community engagement, excellent educational and wellbeing programs, and focus on the individual child all contribute to making St Brigid’s the school of choice in Healesville. Children attending St Brigid’s come from Healesville and surrounding areas including Yarra Glen, Dixons Creek, Chum Creek, Badger Creek and Toolangi.
Applications are accepted by date and classes are capped at 25 students. Enrolments for Prep 2024 are now being accepted. Parents of eligible students are encouraged to act now to secure your child’s position. Once the cap of 50 students is reached, a waiting list will be compiled. Mrs Tess Dwyer (St Brigid’s Principal) and some of our student leaders conduct personalised tours each Wednesday at 9.30am or other times by appointment – please contact the office to book via the details below
