Our School
Our Vision
Bede was a committed scholar and educator in the service of God.
With Bede as our model and Christ as our everlasting light, we strive to build a Catholic school community where each is given time and support to learn to know, to do, to live together and to be.
Christus Dies Aeterna Nostra
Christ our ever lasting light. Christ our ever lasting day.
Our School
St Bede’s Primary School is a vibrant and nurturing Catholic learning community located in the heart of Balwyn North. Guided by our faith and inspired by the example of St Bede, we are committed to fostering a love of learning, a spirit of service and a strong sense of belonging in every child.
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At St Bede’s, we believe that every student is known, valued and supported. Our school provides a safe and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, socially and emotionally. We work in partnership with families and our parish to ensure that each child flourishes and feels connected within our community of faith.
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The current student population is approximately 231, accommodated in 11 class groups. Our current class structure is straight classes in the junior levels and composite classes in the senior levels.
Our History
St Bede’s is one of two Catholic Schools in the parish of St Theresa of Kolkata, formerly the parishes of St Anne and St Bede. St Bede’s School was established in 1945 by the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions and commenced on the 19th February with 21 students. Sr Catherine Brabender was the last Sister of Our Lady of the Missions to lead St Bede’s school.
There has always been a very strong community spirit and the support of parents and their close involvement in all aspects of the school and parish has been one of its strengths. This continues into the present day.
St Bede's
School Prayer
Lord of everlasting light,
We gather in your name,
As the community of Saint Bede’s,
To praise you and give you thanks.
Guide us in our journey of faith
as we follow Bede in striving
to know, to do,
to live together and to be,
Saint Bede, Pray for us.
Saint Bede, Pray for everyone.