Religious Education

Students at St Mary’s College follow the Religious Education curriculum as set by the New Zealand Bishops Conference.

Within our Mercy College, students come to a full understanding of the life and values of Jesus Christ. They also learn the values of Catherine McAuley and the College motto: Misericordia et Sapientia (Mercy and Wisdom).

Religious Studies classes are compulsory from all St Mary's students and continue from year nine until NCEA Level 3. Our classes are designed to challenge and develop critical thinking and to support students to understand more fully the teachings of the Catholic Church within a global context.