Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta is a Christ-centred learning community established by the Sisters of Mercy in 1889. Founded on the Gospel of Jesus Christ, faithful to its Mercy tradition, OLMC is a Catholic independent girls’ school committed to excellence in education, respect for the dignity of each individual and the development of a strong sense of justice and social responsibility. The OLMC motto – Sub Tuum Praesidium – taken from a third century hymn, places the school community under the protection of Mary, Mother of God.
The spirit of the OLMC community is truly manifest at the College. On any given day there will be a cake stall, a playground concert, a teacher versus student sporting match, a creative fundraiser or some exciting event generally organised by students. The corridors and classrooms are undeniably infused with passion and enthusiasm for each other and the Mercy cause. It is this spirit which sets OLMC apart.
A Mercy Education provides innovative learning and teaching that is contemporary, dynamic and challenging. Mercy Girls are empowered and equipped to be critical, creative and reflective thinkers through an Education which is committed to excellence and enables every student to achieve her potential by developing her unique gifts and talents.
Our Vision is to provide a contemporary Mercy education that empowers young women to lead with courage and act justly, making a difference in whatever sphere of life they choose to move, in the spirit of Catherine McAuley.
"Mercy …not only bestows benefits, but receives and pardons again and again…"
Catherine McAuley
Mercy is defined as empathy or love that manifests itself in action that is practical and thoughtful, warm and open, respectful and enabling.
"Let charity then be our badge of honour…so that it may truly be said, there is in us but one heart and one soul in God."
Catherine McAuley
Compassion is a non-judgmental understanding of another’s need, which results in unselfish giving to meet that need.
"Never speak with contempt of any nation, profession, or class of people…"
Catherine McAuley
Justice is the treatment of each person with fairness in relation to the equality of all, and the maintenance of a balanced and fair relationship with self and all members of the community.
"Now and again bestow some praise."
Catherine McAuley
Dignity is the treatment of each person with respect and the recognition of their inherent value and worth.
"There is nothing of greater importance than the perfect discharge of our ordinary duties."
Catherine McAuley
Excellence is the state of achievement of the highest possible standards.
"The proof of love is deed."
Catherine McAuley
Hospitality is the creation of a welcoming, open, inclusive and respectful environment for all individuals, through word and deed.
"We can never say 'It is enough'."
Catherine McAuley
Stewardship is the grateful and responsible celebration of the sacred gifts God has given us to do the work he is calling us to do.
"If we are humble and sincere God will finish in us the work he has begun."
Catherine McAuley
Service is the exercising and ministry of leadership in order to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals and communities.
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Mercy Girls benefit from a contemporary learning environment, a culture of academic excellence and a solid grounding in Mercy values and social justice.