Edmund Rice College Wollongong

Edmund Rice College Wollongong Edmund Rice College has been a Catholic School for boys in the Edmund Rice tradition since 1926. Our mission is to raise fine boys to the status of great men.

Edmund Rice College is an independent boys high school in the Edmund Rice Tradition. One of a network of 42 schools across Australia in the Edmund Rice Education Australian network, the College is located on 9 magnificent hectares in Mt Keira. Centrally located in the heart of the Illawarra, Edmund Rice College is within walking distance of the University of Wollongong and the Conservatorium of

Music. The College is a regional comprehensive boys school drawing students from all regions of the Illawarra. The College offers substantial modern facilities set in a picturesque setting. With a broad curriculum and an extensive extracurricular program Edmund Rice College caters for interests, skills and abilities across a wide spectrum in a contemporary technologically rich educational setting
Strongly inclusive, the College prides itself on its diversity as it welcomes students from all backgrounds and cultures. Edmund Rice College is a vibrant community that welcomes parental involvement in the daily life of the College. As a welcoming Catholic community we forge strong partnerships with local Parishes and Catholic schools, the University and other educational institutions, the Illawarra business community and a diverse range of social and cultural groups. Striving to live the charism of Edmund Rice and Christ’s example of service, we ask students to ‘Make a Difference for Justice and Peace’ through the Christian Service- Learning program. Inspired by the goals of the Edmund Rice Charter, it is more than a service experience, as reflecting on the act of serving others gives students a deeper understanding of the dignity and worth of all people and the natural world. They are challenged to articulate learning about their own spirituality as they make real-life connections to the marginalized in our ‘community classroom’.

RUGBY LEAGUE // On Tuesday, our Opens Rugby League squad headed to Holy Cross College, Ryde, for the NSWCCC Cup. Beyond ...
26/08/2026

RUGBY LEAGUE // On Tuesday, our Opens Rugby League squad headed to Holy Cross College, Ryde, for the NSWCCC Cup. Beyond the competition, it was a big day for our Year 12 boys, as they wore the ERC jersey for the very last time.

We faced some strong competition in what turned into a wet and muddy day of rugby league.

Match Results

Game 1: ERC 15 def. Newman Tech 0

Game 2: ERC 4 draw Marcellin College 4

Game 3: St John's Woodlawn 6 def. ERC 4

Plate Final: Parramatta Marist 8 def. ERC 0

Injuries during the pool games meant the boys entered the Plate Final with zero bench players. With no interchanges to refresh tired legs, the 13 on the field relied on pure heart, fighting until the final whistle under tough conditions.

Shoutout to Oskar, Max, Gus, Fletcher, and Jeremy for their standout performances and relentless work ethic all day.

A massive thank you to Mr Toohey and Mr Sullivan for coaching the team throughout the year. Finally, to our graduating Year 12s - Thank you for your dedication to ERC sport and for wearing the jersey with pride right to the end! 🙌

STUDENT LEADERS // After an extensive selection process and thoughtful reflection, the College is proud to announce the ...
14/08/2026

STUDENT LEADERS // After an extensive selection process and thoughtful reflection, the College is proud to announce the 2026/2027 student leadership team.

These exceptional young men have demonstrated their commitment by submitting outstanding applications and participating in a rigorous interview process. They were evaluated by a panel and received endorsements from both their peers and staff through our online voting system.

We are excited to introduce a group of students who we are confident will work together to guide and inspire the student body in 2026/2027. These leaders will be formally introduced at the upcoming College Assembly.

We wish them every success as they embark on their HSC studies and continue the legacy of leadership from past cohorts. Congratulations to all!

COMMUNITY // The ERC community has raised a staggering $13000 for SASSI - a service providing critical crisis accommodat...
14/08/2026

COMMUNITY // The ERC community has raised a staggering $13000 for SASSI - a service providing critical crisis accommodation for local women and children experiencing family and domestic violence and homelessness.
Sixty students from Years 7-9 helped raise funds by swapping their warm cozy beds for cardboard and hard floors during ERC’s annual Junior Winter Sleepout.
Our top three student fundraisers - Malakai and Samson (Yr) and Theodore (Yr 8) - were able to see how the money is helping those in need by visiting SASSI’s newly furnished apartment. They were joined by Old Boy and Managing Director of Colliers, Simon Kersten, who also personally contributed to furnishing the same unit. Seeing our current students standing alongside an ERC graduate really highlights what it means to be "men for others".
A heartfelt thank you to our top three fundraisers, and to all students who participated, as well as our parents and friends for their ongoing support.

12/08/2026

OUTDOOR EDUCATION // Year 9 Students enjoying the snow⛷️❄️

ACADEMIC AWARDS // Students have been recognised for their commitment to learning at the College’s Academic Awards Assem...
07/08/2026

ACADEMIC AWARDS // Students have been recognised for their commitment to learning at the College’s Academic Awards Assembly.
Brother Bell Awards were presented to students for outstanding efforts in class. Academic Honours were awarded to those who are in the top 5% of the cohort, and the Academic Excellence Award was given to those who achieved a significant number of Grade As.
Congratulations to all these students on their results in Semester One, and a special mention to Jake (Yr 7) for his electrifying performance on the guitar.
Thank you to our staff, and the families and friends who help make the success of students possible.

RUGBY UNION // Congratulations to the Edmund Rice College U15 Rugby Union team on winning the 3rd Annual Jed Holloway Tr...
03/08/2026

RUGBY UNION // Congratulations to the Edmund Rice College U15 Rugby Union team on winning the 3rd Annual Jed Holloway Trophy at the University of Wollongong.

The boys went undefeated through the pool stages before showing great resilience in the grand final, coming back from an early two-try deficit against Albion Park High School to secure a 31-14 victory. Captain Jacob led from the front with seven tries across the tournament, supported by strong scoring from Jake and Mason, while Leon was named Player of the Day for his outstanding performance in both attack and defence.

DEBATING // Our Year 11 Team has won the prestigious NSW Catholic Schools Debating Association (CSDA) Competition. The w...
03/08/2026

DEBATING // Our Year 11 Team has won the prestigious NSW Catholic Schools Debating Association (CSDA) Competition. The winning performance of Isaac, Daniel, Sam and Jonathan - was a masterclass in using analytical skills, sophisticated arguments, and clever rebuttals to win the debate on the topic: ‘societies need dissent more than they need unity.’
ERC was also announced as the overall 'Best and Fairest School' in the CSDA competition. Given the large scale of this reputable event, this achievement speaks to the commitment of every ERC Debating Team and Coach throughout this season.
We thank Enrichment Coordinator Emma Schumack for her tireless commitment in providing such enriching learning opportunities for our students, and Year 11 Pastoral Care Coordinator Carmen Russell for her steadfast encouragement of this team.
Congratulations to all involved. We are very proud.

NAIDOC ASSEMBLY // The ERC community has gathered to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026 - 50 Years of Deadly. Our First Nations ...
31/07/2026

NAIDOC ASSEMBLY // The ERC community has gathered to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026 - 50 Years of Deadly.
Our First Nations students showcased their cultural pride by sharing their thoughts on what NAIODC Week means to them, They also acknowledged the enduring legacy of First Peoples through their deep, ongoing connection to land and culture.
Year 12 First Nations Prefect Stirling, shared his own personal journey as a proud Wiradjuri - Wailwan man. Stirling then provided a moving rendition of Archie Roach’s song “Took the Children Away”, which is part of his HSC Music Performance component. His brother Baxter proudly played the Yidaki alongside him.
Deadly Excellence Awards were given to Year 12 students Jethro, Tex and Stirling, and Year 11 students Jarrah and Baxter. Kobi (Year 10) and Spencer (Year 8) also received Deadly Encouragement Awards.
We thank our First Nations Education Officer, Melanie Jennison, and the community for their involvement in the assembly: Uncle Peter Button, Aunty May Button and Brendan Newton. Their continued support of our First Nations students will ensure the next generation stays ‘deadly’.

SPORT AUSTRALIA // Not one, but three ERC students and one staff member are representing New South Wales on the National...
30/07/2026

SPORT AUSTRALIA // Not one, but three ERC students and one staff member are representing New South Wales on the National sporting stage.
Congratulations to swimmer Nash (Yr 8) who has created a new National record and collected a swag of gold medals at the School Sports Australia Swimming Championships. Nash came first in the 13 year Boys 50m Breaststroke - with a new School Sports Australia and Australian Age & All-comers Age Record in a time of 30.01. He was also 2nd in 13 year Boys 100m Breaststroke and 1st in the 13-14 year Boys 200m Breaststroke. Nash was also a member of the 13-14 Mixed Medley Relay and Boys Medley Relay teams (both setting new School Sport Australia Records). What an incredible achievement!
Also in Melbourne for the School Sports Australian titles, is Malachy (Year 10) who was selected in the U15s NSW Hockey Team, and Xavier (Yr 10) selected in the U16s NSW Basketball Team.
Our highly experienced and talented staff member Mrs Lauren Sparks was also appointed Assistant Coach for the U16 NSW Girls Basketball Team.
Congratulations to all our NSW representatives. We are very proud of your hard work and success!

RUGBY LEAGUE // ERC has secured a clean sweep across all three grades at the Tom Anderton Shield. The Under 13s stunned ...
26/07/2026

RUGBY LEAGUE // ERC has secured a clean sweep across all three grades at the Tom Anderton Shield. The Under 13s stunned the opposition winning 54-0, while the Under 15s secured victory at 26-12. The Opens were also in fine form winning 36-12.

Well done to Felix (U13), Jacob (U15) and Jeremy (Opens) who were awarded Man of the Match.

Congratulations to all players and coaches, and thank you to everyone who supported the teams.

Address

112 Mt Keira Road
West Wollongong, NSW
2500

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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+61242284344

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