Belvedere College s.j.

the college is a catholic school under the trusteeship of the society of jesus. set in the centre of dublin city, it continues today a tradition since 1832 in the jesuit approach to education. the school is fee-paying but provides a bursary scheme, independently funded, out of a desire to be socially just. the family, as the primary educator, through its commitment to the values of the school, shares the responsibility for the students' education. belvedere has dedicated teachers who are committed to high academic standards. the college provides a rich and diverse curriculum catering for the needs of each individual student. it strives for excellence also in areas of sport and culture, social concern, and spiritual values, wherein students are encouraged and challenged to realise their full potential as human beings. the mission of the belvedere community - jesuits, board, staff, parents, present students and past pupils - is to ensure that graduates of the college by their relationshi