Nurturing Character, Competency, and Compassion in Young Men
With a focus on study and learning, Mirrabooka Study Centre is dedicated to helping boys and young men in Western Sydney develop their character, competency, maturity, and concern for others. Through a variety of programs, mentoring, and a welcoming atmosphere, we inspire interior growth and development.
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Mirrabooka Study Centre
Mirrabooka Study Centre is an educational centre helping boys and young men in St Marys in Western Sydney, to grow in character, competency, maturity, and concern for others. This is done through various programs, mentoring, and the welcoming atmosphere of the centre.
The activities at Mirrabooka Study Centre are inspired by the teachings of St Josemaria Escriva, founder of Opus Dei. Mirrabooka is an undertaking of Educational Development Association (EDA), a not-for-profit company registered in New South Wales. EDA has entrusted the spiritual and doctrinal orientation of Mirrabooka’s activities to the Opus Dei Prelature.
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Year 7
The Year 7 activities include camps throughout the year and a sport, study and prayer plan every Friday afternoon.
Year 8
The Year 8s receive ongoing support through our OptimalWork mentoring and study methods. This happens every Wednesday afternoon, and they have a number of camps they can attend throughout the year.
Year 8
The Year 8s receive ongoing support through our OptimalWork mentoring and study methods. This happens every Wednesday afternoon, and they have a number of camps they can attend throughout the year.
Year 9 & 10
The Year 9s and 10s come to Mirrabooka on Mondays to receive mentoring and study methods, plus they have a wealth of other activities throughout the year including study camps, spiritual retreats, community service projects and more.
Year 11 & 12
The Year 11 and 12 students have a designated day for academic and spiritual formation. They also have plenty of other opportunities for growth and good times including the Big Picture Program.
Year 11 & 12
The Year 11 and 12 students have a designated day for academic and spiritual formation. They also have plenty of other opportunities for growth and good times including the Big Picture Program.
University Students
The university boys are able to come any day of the week to study, receive mentoring, spiritual direction or pray. They can also sign up to OptimalWork.com at a fraction of the usual cost. UNIV in Rome is an annual highlight.
Young Professionals
There are various formative activities on offer for the young professionals. They can also travel to Rome for the UNIV Conference during Holy Week.
Young Professionals
There are various formative activities on offer for the young professionals. They can also travel to Rome for the UNIV Conference during Holy Week.
Dads
There are a number of formative activities for dads, young and old. Mentoring and spiritual direction are also readily available.
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“Mirrabooka’s main mission, at least from my view, is to teach boys the real, no bs, truth about God and the meaning of their lives. For me, Mirrabooka has done that well. The biggest and greatest takeaway from all the talks and activities is simply the habit of my own private and personal prayer, which literally started at 5 mins a day and now I do an hour a day. I cannot list half the effects this had on my life”
Daniel O’Neill, studying and training at the Australian Defence Force Academy , Bachelor of Science, UNSW Canberra, School Captain 2022, ATAR 94.4
“Mirrabooka is a place where you can find a balance between study, prayer and sport. It has helped me in all aspects of life such as academically, spiritually and physically. Mirrabooka has provided me with the formation to live a committed Catholic life as well as helping me build virtues and growth as a person.”
Joe Lee, Bachelor of Actuarial Studies and Commerce (UNSW), ATAR 97.8
“A second home where I’m welcomed and motivated to grow in my daily duties as a student and child of God - That’s what Mirrabooka is.”
Steve Jerome, Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science), Rep. football player, School Captain 2023.
““Mirrabooka has played a pivotal role in shaping the man I am today. Through their support and guidance, I have grown both personally and professionally. I am now proud to serve as a counselor at Mirrabooka, helping others on their own journeys of transformation.””
Eli Merjudio, Customer Banking Specialist Relief for the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Singer and Musician, B.Com, University of Notre Dame Sydney