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Diocese of Ballarat Catholic Education Limited (DOBCEL) schools are located within a diverse and geographically extensive diocese extending across Western Victoria, from the Murray River to the Southern Ocean.
DOBCEL governs 58 parish schools, and 6 schools are governed by Religious Institutes or Ministerial Public Juridic Persons. DOBCEL partners with all schools in the diocese to promote Catholic identity, deliver quality learning, enable effective stewardship and nurture respectful and trusting relationships with the community.
St Malachy’s, Edenhope
Set in the peaceful rural town of Edenhope, Western Victoria, St. Malachy’s offers a rare opportunity to step into leadership with confidence and support. With a population of around 937 and just 30 km from the South Australian border, Edenhope blends country charm with easy access to regional hubs like Horsham and Mount Gambier making it an ideal place to lead, live and grow.
St. Malachy’s are more than a school, it is a thriving, faith-filled community committed to nurturing every child’s academic, emotional and spiritual growth. Calm and purposeful classrooms, a deeply connected team, and creative, hands-on learning experiences are all part of what makes the school environment truly special.
As one student perfectly put it: “They have our backs.” And they do, every step of the way.
St Patrick’s, Port Fairy
Located in the picturesque coastal township of Port Fairy, at the western gateway of Victoria’s iconic Great Ocean Road, St Patrick’s Primary School has been a cornerstone of education since 1849. From its modest beginnings in a single-room schoolhouse, the school has evolved into a dynamic and modern learning environment—proudly honouring the legacy of the Good Samaritan Sisters and the values they instilled.
