Gleeson College is a Catholic co-educational secondary school that commenced in 1989 with 32 students in Years 8 and 9. In 2023, Gleeson has grown to support almost 900 students each year. Gleeson College is named after the Emeritus Archbishop of Adelaide, the very Reverend James Gleeson. Archbishop Gleeson made a major contribution to Catholic Education in South Australia, first as an inspector of schools and later as Director of Catholic Education. Throughout his long and distinguished career, Archbishop Gleeson had a strong personal commitment to the pursuit of excellence, justice and peace and we believe that the students of Gleeson College continue to strive for those goals in our Catholic tradition. Archbishop Gleeson served on the Pontifical Council ‘Cor Unum’ (One Heart) from 1971 to 1981. This council aimed to develop effective methods of enabling the people of developing countries to meet their needs in the desperate struggle for their right to live in dignity, justice and peace. It is our hope that the students of Gleeson College will continue to work for justice and peace in the tradition of Archbishop Gleeson, hence our College motto, “With One Heart.” The intertwining crosses of our College logo symbolise our sharing with Christ in a reflection of community, and our relationships with Partner Primary Schools and our One+ Campus schools. As a relatively young school of 35 years, Gleeson College holds values and traditions established at the inception of the College, influenced by the Charism of Archbishop James Gleeson, yet constantly seeks innovative transformation as the education landscape changes for 21st Century learners. The parents and staff of the College see Gleeson as a community-oriented school. Students, parents and staff work in partnership on our common desire for excellence for every individual and an opportunity to experience a faith journey, rich in the Catholic traditions and practices. GLEESON COLLEGE ‘WITH ONE HEART’