5 reasons why families choose St Francis Xavier College
Choosing a secondary school is one of the most important decisions a family will make. It’s not just about the next six years — it’s about who your child becomes during them.
At St Francis Xavier College (SFX) in Florey, families consistently choose our college because we offer more than education — we form young people academically, spiritually and socially during some of the most important years of their lives.
1. A clear, confident Catholic identity
SFX is proudly Catholic — not as a label, but as a lived experience.
Our faith shapes our culture. It informs how we treat one another, how we lead, how we serve and how we learn. Students are encouraged to grow spiritually as well as academically, developing a strong moral compass and a deep understanding of community.
For many families, this sense of values-based education provides clarity and confidence during the formative teenage years.
2. Strong academic pathways for every student
With a large and diverse Years 7–12 community, SFX offers breadth and depth in subject choice.
From academic extension programs to vocational pathways, our structure allows students to explore interests while being supported to achieve strong outcomes. Whether a student is university-bound, pursuing a trade, or still discovering their direction, we provide guidance and real pathways.
Our size becomes a strength — more opportunity, more choice, more possibility.
3. Co-educational advantage
As a co-educational Catholic college, SFX prepares students for the real world.
Students learn alongside one another, collaborate across year levels, and develop the social confidence needed beyond school. Families often tell us they value the balanced environment and the maturity it fosters.
It’s a setting that reflects life beyond the school gates.
4. A strong sense of belonging
At SFX, students are known.
With over 1,400 students, families are often surprised at how connected the College feels. Pastoral care structures, house systems and dedicated staff ensure students are supported academically, socially and emotionally.
We understand that teenagers thrive when they feel safe, seen and valued. That sense of belonging is something families notice immediately when they walk onto our campus.
5. A college that forms the whole person
Education at SFX goes beyond the classroom.
Sport, arts, service opportunities, leadership programs and faith formation all play a role in shaping well-rounded young people. We are committed to forming students who are capable, compassionate and confident.
Academic success matters — but so does character.
Experience SFX for yourself
The best way to understand why families choose SFX is to experience it.
We warmly invite prospective families to attend our Information Evening on Tuesday, 24 March 2026. Tour the College with our students, meet our staff and hear directly from our principal about our vision and enrolment process.
Date: Tuesday, 24 March
Location: St Francis Xavier College, Florey ACT
From 5.00pm to 6.30pm, guests can tour the College with current students, meet staff and explore our facilities.
From 6.30pm to 7.00pm, our principal will present an overview of our vision, programs and enrolment process.
If you are researching Catholic secondary schools in Canberra, this is the ideal opportunity to experience SFX firsthand.
Choosing the right school is about more than facilities or brochures. It’s about finding a community where your child can grow into the person they are meant to become.
At SFX, we believe in helping every student become more.
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