Jesuit Ethos
Belvedere College is run by the Jesuit order. Most of the school's current teaching staff are now lay-persons, although a number of Jesuit priests and brothers take part in the school's administration and chaplaincy. The Jesuit ethos of social justice for all and educating "men for others" are keystones of the Belvedere College culture and education philosophy. The school recently celebrated the 500th birthday of the patron saint of the college, St. Francis Xavier.
The Jesuit educational ethos consists chiefly of seven strands:
- Finding God in All Things
- Caring for the individual
- Showing love in deeds
- Building Christian community
- Engaging with the wider world
- Encouraging excellence
- Co-operating in Jesuit mission
Under these guiding principles, the College strives for the formation of well-rounded individuals, influenced by Ignatian reasoning and spirituality, and concern for humankind: the development of Men for Others. In particular, students are encouraged to take part in daily prayer, retreats, meditations, celebration of the sacraments, pilgrimages and to be actively involved in charitable activities.
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