About us

Founded in 1832, Belvedere College SJ is a Catholic secondary school for boys in the heart of Dublin city, Ireland. The College is under the trusteeship of the Society of Jesus (The Jesuits). As part of a worldwide network of Jesuit schools, we are inspired by the missionary life and service of our patron, St Francis Xavier SJ, and our College motto Per Vias Rectas (By just paths) as our way of proceeding.  

Our Vision as an all boys school is to form men for others - compassionate, discerning people in pursuit of a just and sustainable world. Four Values define our culture - Community, The Jesuit Tradition, Justice, and The Magis - The More.

While our primary focus is on our young men as students, as a wider community of students, staff, parents and past pupils, we are all called to be 'people for others'. We strive to live out this Vision every day, outward looking at the needs of the world and how we can best serve those needs. Wherever we can make a difference we choose that which will have more benefit to individuals and society - this is the true meaning of The Magis - The More.

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