Established in 1864, Rockwell College is a Catholic School committed to the development of each students gifts in a Christian community encouraging due emphasis on Intellectual, Spiritual, Social, Cultural and Sporting Activities which enhance growth in self-esteem and self-worth and imbues a concern and care for others, especially the underprivileged in the Spiritan tradition of education. Examination results are important, but equally important is the way in which Rockwell, in line with the Spiritan tradition, responds to the students' needs for security and ordered freedom. The participation of many enthusiastic staff members and coaching staff ensures that varied extra-curricular activities are promoted. A Christian concern for others is fostered by liturgical celebrations, fund raising events for charitable causes and involvement of students with local schools catering for children and adults with disability.