On the 13th October the College celebrates its patron saint: St Edward the Confessor. This is a day when the boys reflect on the charisma and virtues of St Edward and follow in his example. As a man Edward the Confessor, king of England, lived in a very bloody time – disputes were resolved by the sword, punishments frequently involved mutilation and the differences between the rich and the poor were vast. Edward the Confessor was known for resolving issues through peaceful, loyal and just means, bringing a calm in England which fostered prosperity and decreased the hardships of the poor. St Edward’s College takes on the motto Virtus et Honor (Virtue and Honour) with its Coat of arms to carry on the work of St Edward the Confessor.
As a college, sports is very important to us and the tracks, fields and gyms can be the ‘battlefields’ where competition, fair and honourable is carried out. that is why, our mission statement reads: “At St Edward’s College we strive to create exemplary citizens in this increasingly globalised and technological world, placing strong emphasis on character formation, genuine intercultural understanding and leadership skills which will assist them to contribute to the well-being of society.”
This year, students have designed two posters to celebrate the day.
As part of the celebrations for St Edward’s Day, we shall be holding a School Fete on Sunday 13th October 2024.
