Message from the Principal

Welcome to the community of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic College Burraneer. Striving for excellence, we are the only specialist all-girls school in the Sutherland Shire.

I offer the following information on behalf of Fr. James regarding a momentous event in the life of St. Aloysius Parish.

I highly urge our families to participate in this important occasion.

On Friday, 28 June 2024 at 6:30pm St Aloysius Catholic Church, Cronulla will celebrate its centenary with a special Mass to be celebrated by The Archbishop of Sydney Most Rev. Anthony Fisher OP.

After the Mass, celebrations will proceed at the St. Aloysius Parish Grounds and Thornton Hall.

Coolangatta House Blessing and Opening

Last week marked a significant milestone for OLM with the official Opening and Blessing of our new Senior Learning Hub – Coolangatta House. This event was truly momentous, and I extend my heartfelt thanks to all who have continuously supported our College.

I am grateful to Bishop Umbers and Fr James McCarthy for leading our Blessing ceremony. Special appreciation goes to the Sydney Catholic Schools for their coordination and management of the project, and a heartfelt thank you to our very own John Williams and Leonie Pearce for their pivotal roles in leading the project committee, ensuring that the project met the needs of our community and students.

Over the past two years, our College has experienced profound transformations, marking a pivotal moment in its history. The introduction of Stage 6 in 2024 signifies the beginning of a new chapter, as we prepare the inaugural cohort of Year 11 students to undertake their HSC in 2025. As the sole all-girls College in the Sutherland Shire, we are dedicated to leaving a lasting impression on our local community. 

Coolangatta House is not just a building; it is an integral part of our HSC enrichment program. It empowers our girls to embark on their future endeavours with confidence, purpose, and a deep sense of significance. 

This beautiful new building is not just a structure of bricks and mortar; it is a testament to the pursuit of excellence that defines our school community. Coolangatta House stands as a beacon of possibility, a sanctuary where the value of excellence comes to life in every corner. But excellence is not just about the physical space; it is about the mindset we bring to our learning and our lives, it is about character, about integrity, about the values that define who we are as individuals and as a community. It is about kindness, compassion, and empathy; about lifting each other up and celebrating each other’s successes. It is about standing up for what is right, even when it is not easy, and about treating others with the dignity and respect they deserve.  It is about embracing challenges with courage and resilience, and about striving for greatness in everything we do. As our College motto, “Encouraging Girls and Empowering Women,” reminds us, we are not simply passive recipients of knowledge; we are active participants in our own empowerment and in the empowerment of those around us.