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Welcome to Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns

The 30 Catholic schools and colleges of the Cairns Diocese educate over 12,000 students – from Tully in the south, west to the Atherton Tablelands, and north to the Torres Strait.

A Catholic education provides an educational foundation for life to the full; a quality education that is not merely academic, but also focuses on full development of the child – intellectually, spiritually, physically, morally and emotionally. We challenge our students to find meaning and value in their lives, develop communal obligations and aspirations, espouse values which unite society infused by a commitment to social justice, and become compassionate and contributing members of our world.

Latest News

QATSIF Graduation Celebration

On Wednesday 5 August, representatives from CEDC joined staff and First Nations students from our colleges at the 2026 Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation (QATSIF)

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Aspire to Teach

Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns continues to encourage secondary students to consider a career in teaching through the Aspire to Teach program. 

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