Marist College Ashgrove was founded by the Marist Brothers as a day and boarding College in 1940. As a Catholic school, owned and conducted by the Marist Brothers, the College is maintained through the efforts of the Catholic community whose sons it serves. Preference in terms of enrolment is given to young men from Catholic families who retain their contact with and support of the Catholic community in their local parish.

The ethos and mission of the College are significantly influenced by the charism of the founder of the Marist Brothers, Saint Marcellin Champagnat. From their beginnings in rural France in 1817, Marist schools reflect many of the qualities of Marcellin himself: they are places where hard work and excellent achievement are valued, places where the individual is genuinely loved and prized, where a strong family spirit is evident, places characterised by a lack of pretence, places of simplicity and calm determination. The schools are places that have the Gospel at their heart, encouraging students to respond to it with the same faith and generosity that Mary did. Marist College Ashgrove stands proudly as a Marist school living in the footsteps of Saint Marcellin Champagnat.


College Mission

To educate boys in the Marist tradition inspiring them to love, learn, lead and serve.


College Vision

Marist College Ashgrove is a Catholic learning community inspired by St Marcellin Champagnat’s vision to make Jesus known and loved.

We provide a holistic education in an environment that is engaging and challenging, empowering young men to achieve their personal best.

We equip our College family with the resilience, skills and capabilities to be good Christians, good citizens and lifelong learners in a complex and ever-changing world.