Welcome & Orientation

Established by the Marist Brothers in 1881, St Joseph’s is firmly founded on the Marist values of humility, presence, simplicity, love of work, family spirit and the way of Mary. Staff, students and families incorporate the Marist spirit in all they do, creating an environment in which boys are nurtured to become good men and to realise their potential.

St Joseph’s College is a vibrant home to 1,100 students. The boys are at the heart of all we do, with each student receiving individual care and attention. With a long history of excellence in boys’ education, the College has the experience, expertise and enthusiasm to provide exceptional care and opportunities for its students.

St Joseph’s College is renowned for providing a well-balanced curriculum, incorporating a rigorous academic program and a wide range of co-curricular and sport offerings. St Joseph’s College was a founding member of the Athletic Association of Great Public Schools (GPS) and participates in the GPS sporting competitions of NSW.

College staff are professional and committed to providing each boy the highest quality education, care and guidance. Staff work in close partnership with families to ensure boys are given every opportunity to become men of intelligence, leadership, compassion, resilience and faith.

The Year 7 2026 Orientation Day will be held on Friday 7 November 2025.

The day will commence at 8.00am and will include academic testing; fun activities which serve as a means for boys to meet each other and make new friends; and College tours. A Parent Information Session will be held from 8.45am in the Resources Centre followed by morning tea at 10.15am. The day will conclude at 3.00pm.

Please RSVP by 17 October 2025, your son(s) attendance at the Year 7 Orientation Day.

The Years 8-11 2026 Orientation Day will be held on Friday 28 November 2025.

The day will commence at 8.00am and will include some academic testing to assist with class placement; activities and lunch with their future classmates; and College tours. A Parent Information Session will be held from 8.45am in the Resources Centre followed by morning tea at 10.15am.

Please RSVP by 17 October 2025, your son(s) attendance at the Year 8–11 Orientation Day.

The SJC Country Club offers affordable accommodation for rural, regional and remote parents travelling to Sydney to see their sons and take part in College events.

The College welcomes all boarding families travelling to attend their son(s) Orientation Day to stay at the Country Club. For families staying for Orientation Day there will be no charge to stay on the Thursday evening prior.

The Country Club is self-catering with wonderful kitchen and communal lounge areas. There are also reasonably priced restaurants nearby in Hunters Hill and Gladesville.

There are 4 single rooms, 19 twin rooms and 6 triple rooms available. The room tariffs per night are:

• Single (single bed) $50.00
• Twin (2 persons, 2 single beds) $95.00
• Triple (2 single beds and rollaway) $125.00

All payments are made at the time of booking. The College will store your credit card details which will be encrypted on our secure booking site. Bookings are not confirmed until you receive a confirmation email from the College once your payment has been processed. The price listed includes a continental breakfast (supplies); bed linen and towels; shared kitchen/dining area and bathrooms.