A series of special events will be held throughout the year to honour this significant milestone at St Rita’s College Brisbane and the generations of people who have shaped the College’s story.
Principal, Maree Trims, said that 2026 is a moment of reflection and celebration.
“2026 is an opportunity to reflect on our rich history, to honour those who have come before us, and to give thanks for the enduring legacy they have left,” Mrs Trims said.
“To all who have walked through our gates – our Presentation Sisters, students, teachers, staff, alumnae, and families – we offer our gratitude. Your contributions, commitment, and passion have laid the foundation on which we continue to grow.” Mrs Trims said.
St Rita’s College first opened its doors in 1926, after Presentation Sisters Alice Kennedy (pbvm) and Mother M Patrick Madden (pbvm) purchased Stanley Hall along with four acres of land surrounding the residence.
Officially opened on 27 September that year, the College was registered as a Secondary School (boarding and day) in 1926 with boys and girls enrolled from Kindergarten to Year 3, and girls only from Years 4 to Senior.
St Rita’s College today
Today, 100 years on, St Rita’s College educates more than 1,200 girls from Years 5 to 12, continuing its mission of faith, learning, and service.
Throughout 2026, the College will host several events to mark the Centenary, including a staff celebration to acknowledge the contribution of past and present colleagues, a Presentation Sisters High Tea, a Gala Dinner, alumnae gatherings, and a Centenary Mass.
“For over a century, St Rita’s College has educated, empowered and inspired generations of young women to become confident, courageous and compassionate women of action. We look forward to sharing this milestone year with our community,” Mrs Trims said.
For more information about St Rita’s College’s events, visit www.stritas.qld.edu.au
Centenary webpage: https://www.stritas.qld.edu.au/our-college/celebrating-100-years
St Rita’s College: 41 Enderley Road Clayfield Qld 4011
2026 St Rita’s College Centenary Program
Staff Centenary Celebration
Friday 23 January
St Rita’s College, 1.30pm Mass + Social Event Past and Present Staff+ Fr Neil Muir
Presentation Sisters’ HighTea
Friday 20 February
St Rita’s College, 10.00am – 12noon High Tea Presentation Sisters
College ‘100’ Photo On The Flat
Friday 30 January St Rita’s College
Current Students + Staff
Centenary Dinner
Saturday 21 March
Victoria Park Marquee, 6.30PM – 10.30PM Current College Community
St Rita’s College
41Enderley Road, Clayfield Qld 4011
Centenary and St Rita’s Day Mass
Friday 22 May
St Rita’s College, 9.00am
Current Students + Staff and Invited Guests Archbishop Shane Mackinlay + Fr Neil Muir
Alumnae Centenary Mass and Morning Tea
Saturday 23 May
St Rita’s College, 10.00am
Alumnae Community + Fr Neil Muir
Alumnae Centenary Lunch
Saturday 23 May
Waters Edge Portside, 12.30pm for 1.00pm Alumnae Community
