Saint Ignatius' College Riverview... as much as you can do, so much dare to do

Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview is a Catholic school in the Jesuit tradition, providing holistic education for young men from Years 5 to 12. Established in 1880 as a boarding school with just 12 students, today, we have a 330 strong boarding community that remains at the heart of our larger student body.

Our Jesuit ethos of developing “men for others” means our educational program not only equips our students with the skills to succeed in the world, but also the drive and compassion to change it for the better. Our pastoral care program, which is central to college life, is underpinned by the Jesuit spirit of cura personalis (care for the individual), which ensures that every student is known and cared for. Riverview is committed to helping every student develop their highest potential, whether it be in academic life, sports or creative and performing arts. We are proud to foster an environment that encourages students to discover and develop their unique talents.

Our boarding houses are designed to foster the sense of a home among mates, with study areas, common rooms, barbecue facilities and sports centre all available to meet the physical, social and psychological needs of every boarder. Spread over a 110-acre campus along Lane Cove River, our facilities include exceptional learning spaces, a fully equipped sports centre, several theatres, state-of-the-art music centre, boat shed and an agricultural plot. Located in the Sydney Metro area, we are in walking distance from the local shopping district and just 10 minutes’ drive from the city.

If you are interested in joining our Boarding community, we encourage and welcome all prospective families to come and visit the College. We perform boarding tours Monday to Friday during the school terms by appointment.