" The growth and development of the talents proper to each individual student is the
focus of our attention.
Education of young people is a great task. Teachers, parents and students each have a vital role to play."
The apostolate of education is a privileged means for the Society of Mary to carry out its mission. Marianists working in schools fulfil their mission not only by religious instruction and formation in the Christian life, but also by the professional quality and Christian character of all their work.
Each school is meant to become an authentic community. Teachers, parents and students must work together, enrich each other and help one another to grow as Christian persons.
One of the primary concerns in education is the appropriate presentation of, and formation in faith. This task requires careful preparation and adaptation in both knowledge and methodology. To form in faith, formal religious instruction is supported by programmes and experiences which lead to spiritual growth and apostolic service.
Marianist education aims to develop the whole person. By helping students to understand the branches of human knowledge, by educating them to critical thinking and by stimulating desires for the truth, in theory and action, teachers prepare good ground for implanting the seeds of the Gospel. Schools offer an excellent opportunity and responsibility to work for justice and peace. Our programme should develop a critical sense which prepares students to build a just society and to promote unity and respect among all peoples.