Aquinas is a Regional College of the Archdiocese of Melbourne, founded in 1961 to provide secondary education to Catholics residing in the Maroondah Deanery. Our College motto – ‘Illuminare et Ardere’ is interpreted by us to mean ‘To Light Up and Be on Fire’. In all that happens at Aquinas there is great enthusiasm and, as a school based on the gospel values of Jesus Christ, we make every endeavour to provide an enjoyable and challenging Catholic secondary education. Aquinas College is a dynamic and innovative learning community, striving to create an environment that meets the diverse needs of all students. Classroom facilities not only enhance the learning experience, but inspire differentiation and promote individual resourcefulness. We encourage our students to embrace and develop their unique gifts by providing a broad comprehensive curriculum in the Middle Years, with increasing opportunity to pursue specific areas of interest in the Senior Years. Whatever direction a student takes, they are supported with expert advice from Careers and Pathway educators and our caring and dedicated teaching staff to help guide their decision making. Every student has opportunities to ‘embrace their unique spirit’ and ‘discover their own place’ in a welcoming and supportive Catholic community The current enrolment is approximately 1710 students. ‘Illuminare et Ardere’