Service Opportunities
At the College, we believe in the transformative power of service and expect all students to actively engage in meaningful service initiatives. These opportunities may be part of the weekly school routine, weekend activities, or more immersive experiences such as our international programs.
Guided by the belief that “in giving, we receive,” students grow in empathy and compassion when they place the needs of others at the heart of their actions. Listening deeply, honouring each individual’s story, and recognising the sacredness of every life leaves a lasting and positive impact.
Service Learning at the College is deeply rooted in our Touchstones and brings the Gospel Values to life in authentic and tangible ways. We are proud to partner with local primary schools, special education settings, aged care facilities, and organisations such as the Little Kings’ Movement and St Vincent de Paul.
Our long-standing commitment to service extends from our own College community to the wider Ipswich region and even further afield — with outreach in places such as Africa, Timor Leste, India, and Samoa.
Nursing Home Visits
Regular visits to Nursing Homes around the Ipswich region allow students to engage with the patrons through games and conversations.
Kruger Kitchen
Kruger Kitchen provides healthy, nourishing meals for those experiencing homelessness or those who are vulnerable within communities across Ipswich. Students and staff volunteer to cook and serve meals.
Rotary Sandwich Making
The Rotary Club of Ipswich City provides sandwiches to nearly twenty (20) state schools in Ipswich through their School Lunch Volunteer Program. Sandwiches are provided to children who might otherwise go without.
Rosies Outreach
Regular visits throughout the year to work with the ROSIES group, who provide supper and conversation with people living on the streets. ROSIES aims to reduce the loneliness present for those affected by homelessness.
Vinnies Winter Sleepout
The Vinnies School Sleepout allows students and school communities to get a glimpse of the realities of homelessness on a personal level by ‘sleeping rough’ for one night. The Sleepout encourages students and teachers to gain a deeper understanding of homelessness, raise awareness of the realities faced by people experiencing homelessness and raise funds to support Vinnies homeless services in the local community.
Head to Heart Camp
Head to Heart is a transformative, service-based leadership program for senior school students. Across two engaging days, students explore what it means to lead with empathy, courage, and connection - combining practical workshops with real-world service supporting children in their local community.
This unique experience helps students step into leadership by stepping into someone else’s shoes
In the spirit of reconciliation, St Edmund’s College acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.