Choosing the right secondary school is an exciting step, and at Catherine McAuley College Bendigo, we help students begin their journey with confidence, opportunity and purpose.

With 150 years of educational excellence in Bendigo, we offer contemporary learning for life, enabled by our broad programs giving students a taste of future pathways, from academics and the arts to technology, leadership and sport.

Learning for life starts here.
At CMCB, students are supported to think independently, grow in faith and character, and develop the skills needed to thrive in a changing world.

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Introduction to our College by Principal Brian Turner

Prospectus

We are dedicated to developing students who are independent, adaptable, critical and creative thinkers, with a passion for lifelong learning, and striving for excellence.

Our students are empowered to see themselves as positive agents of change, who are called to participate actively and ethically in society as young people of Mercy.

Opening Our Doors

In 2026, Learning Walks and Discovery Days replaced our annual Open Day. These allowed families to see our classrooms in action and prospective students to have an immersive taste of what student life at our college is like.

Learning Walks took place from 23-30 March and 21-24 April 2026. We were delighted to conduct over thirty Learning Walks and meet so many prospective families during this period.

For the Discovery Days from 30 April-6 May 2026, we welcomed Year 6 students from across our region for Discovery sessions. Classrooms were full of activity, with students experiencing the energy and atmosphere of Catherine McAuley College Bendigo firsthand.

Enrolment Handbook

The Enrolment Handbook is designed to walk you through the four phases of enrolment: research, enrolment, acceptance and familiarisation. It includes tips on how to find out more about our College and the steps to take throughout the transition process.

Enrolment Policy

Catherine McAuley College Bendigo welcomes enrolment enquiries from all families in Bendigo and beyond who seek a Catholic education for their children. Our College is open and welcoming to all students, regardless of their background and needs, and will seek to do everything possible to accommodate students.

Catherine McAuley College Bendigo strives for strong partnerships with the families and the parishes it serves. Families who choose to enrol their children at Catherine McAuley College do so on the understanding that they are expected to uphold and foster the Mercy Education Values of Compassion, Courage, Hospitality, Justice, Respect and Service. Families will be asked to recognise the importance of Religious Education for their children through supporting the prayer life and other religious celebrations and spiritual development opportunities.

Numbers for each class are set by the College administration in accordance with the Victorian Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022 (VCEMEA 2022) as approved by the Fair Work Commission. If there are vacancies, the following priorities are observed:

• Capacity of the College to accept students;
• Catholic children who are attending a Catholic Primary School;
• Catholic children who are attending a local Primary School;
• Whether a sibling of the child is currently a student of the College;
• Non-Catholic children currently attending a Catholic Primary School;
• Other Christian children who attend a local Primary School;
• Other Christian children who reside outside the local area;
• Non-Christian children who attend a local Primary School;
• Non-Christian children who reside outside the local area

Enrolment Policies

Enrolment Process

INFORMATION FOR PARENTS AND CARERS

When completing the online Enrolment Application form, please:

1. Read instructions on the Welcome page before commencing your submission.
2. Ensure that you use accurate legal names, details and dates of birth so that we can effectively communicate with you throughout your enrolment journey.
3. Ensure you have PDF copies of the following documents on the device you are using to complete the application:

• birth certificate
• baptism certificate
• Immunisation History Statement
• copies of any Court Orders or Parenting Plans
• for students born overseas, a copy of their passport, visa, immigration and citizenship documentation including visa subclass and date of entry stamp.

Please note that applications cannot be processed without these documents.