WELCOMING AND INCLUSIVE
The Role of DOSCEL
Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited (DOSCEL) directs and supports a network of 44 Catholic schools.
The diocese encompasses metropolitan, regional and rural communities. We are united by a shared mission – to provide affordable, contemporary faith-based education, that nurtures each student’s potential, equips them to thrive in a dynamic world and is enriched by our Catholic culture.
Our schools are welcoming and inclusive environments. Every student, regardless of their cultural background or faith tradition, is embraced.
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44
Schools
18k
Students
3k
Staff
At the heart of DOSCEL’s work is a commitment to excellence in education.
Research shows life-long benefits of a Catholic Education.
Did you know students attending Catholic schools often enjoy better employment opportunities, earn higher wages and experience greater overall life satisfaction?
A Career with a Calling
Join our Catholic education community and be part of a family friendly workplace that offers excellent entitlements and support.
Our Commitment to You
United by a shared mission, our schools strive to provide affordable, contemporary faith-based education that nurtures each student’s potential, equips them to thrive in a dynamic world and is enriched by our Catholic culture.
THE LATEST
News and Events
Blessing and Opening
10 December 2025
Celebrating a new learning Centre at St Agatha’s Cranbourne
The St Agatha’s Primary School community gathered to celebrate the Blessing and official opening of their new Learning Centre.
New Project
10 November 2025
Sod turning marks next chapter for St Josephine Bakhita Catholic Primary School
Work has begun to extend the new St Josephine Bakhita Catholic Primary School at Clyde North to meet growing demand for enrolments.
Inspiring Faith
28 October 2025
Student Leaders Share Conversations of ‘Hope’ with the Bishop
Seventeen student leaders from five Catholic secondary colleges gathered for an inspiring meeting with Bishop Greg Bennet.
Blessing and Opening
13 August 2025
St Ita’s Drouin unveils new Learning Centre
St Ita’s Catholic Primary School at Drouin celebrated the blessing and official opening of a new Learning Centre and specialist space as part of Stage 2 of a Masterplan re-development.
Achievement
20 May 2025
St James Catholic Primary School Nar Nar Goon Celebrates 50 years
St James Catholic Primary School proudly celebrated 50 years of serving families in the Iona/Maryknoll parish with an eventful day on Friday July 25.
New Appointment
20 May 2025
Principal announced to lead St Francis Xavier College
Following an extensive recruitment process, Mrs Julie Banda has been appointed to the position of Principal of St Francis Xavier College commencing Term 1, 2026.
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