Life at Loyola: A Fortnight of Learning, Achievement and Community

Over the past fortnight, Loyola College has continued to thrive as a vibrant learning community, marked by student achievement, rich co-curricular opportunities, and strong engagement between students, staff and families.

The Arts Come Alive

The Performing Arts have been a particular highlight in recent weeks. Our Year 12 Theatre Studies students presented An Evening with Shakespeare in the Inigo Theatre, showcasing both classical storytelling and the creativity of our students. Productions such as this not only demonstrate the talent within our student body, but also the courage, collaboration and discipline required to bring complex works to life on stage. Audiences were treated to an engaging and polished performance that reflected months of preparation.

Hospitality and Real-World Learning

At Iggy’s Student Restaurant, students have continued to gain invaluable hands-on experience, hosting guests and delivering high-quality service.

This authentic learning environment remains a cornerstone of Loyola’s approach, connecting classroom theory with real-world application, and equipping students with confidence and practical skills that extend beyond school. We were particularly thrilled to host the Exodus community in Iggy’s restaurant on Thursday 14 May.

For interested parties, bookings can be made through the Loyola College website.

Building Community Connections

The Loyola community has also been busy preparing for upcoming whole-school events. Unfortunately, our recent working bee had to be cancelled due to poor weather conditions, but families and volunteers are preparing for Open Day, demonstrating the strong partnership between home and school.

These moments of collaboration are essential in shaping Loyola not just as a place of learning, but as a welcoming and inclusive community where all feel they belong.

Co-Curricular Strength and Spirit

Across the College, co-curricular programs continue to flourish. From sport to clubs and service opportunities, students are engaging enthusiastically and representing Loyola with pride.

Our basketball program, in particular, continues to grow in strength and participation as the College has developed a basketball partnership with Melbourne United, which is a professional team in Australia’s National Basketball League (NBL). Melbourne United coaches are involved in training and providing high performance programs for Loyola students.

We are very proud of our senior students who have embraced a new opportunity to be men and women for others. The Be Connected program involves students voluntarily supporting elderly members of the Watsonia community by helping them use their phones and other digital devices at the Watsonia Library. students at Loyola is a great example of meaningful community engagement.

Loyola recently hosted the ACS Chess Competition, welcoming students from across the Association of Co-educational Schools for a day of strategy, focus and friendly rivalry. The event created a calm yet intense atmosphere as players gathered in the hall, each board becoming its own silent battleground of concentration and skill.

Congratulations to the Loyola team who participated in this week’s Ethics Olympiad. The competition challenged students to thoughtfully explore complex ethical issues through respectful discussion and collaboration, rather than debate. Our students demonstrated excellent critical thinking, communication and teamwork throughout the day, and we are proud to congratulate them on receiving an Honourable Mention, a well-deserved recognition of their effort and insight.

Looking Ahead

As we move into the coming weeks, there is much to look forward to. Events such as the Loyola Parents and Friends G&T High Tea and Open Day will provide further opportunities for connection and celebration within our community. These occasions allow us to share the spirit of Loyola with prospective families and to celebrate all that makes our school unique.