Vision Statement

St Francis Xavier College is a Catholic community that is educative and supportive. We have a clear purpose: the development of a person of competence, conscience and compassion formed in the Christian tradition; one who is guided by a sense of hope and self-belief and who will be of service in the world. We recognize God’s presence in our lives by celebrating and pursuing personal excellence and by living courageously with optimism and respect for all.

College Crest

The Eagle
Is the symbol of the Evangelist - 'spreading the good news'.

The Fish
This represents the secret symbol used by early persecuted Christians, as a password. To those non-Christians or non-members, this symbol was just a scribble with no significance.

The Stars
Are representing the Southern Cross on a cross saying that Jesus and his teaching are for all.

The College Motto
Via Veritas et Vita - The Way, The Truth and The Life - comes from the Gospel of St. John, 14, v. 6 and reflects our commitment as a Christian community to the teachings of Christ.