A rare milestone is coming to life in Wooloowin as Holy Cross School—Brisbane North’s oldest Catholic Prep to Year 6 school - celebrates its 135th anniversary (Saturday, 26 July 2025).
The community event will honour generations of families who have walked through the school gates since 1890 while also unveiling exciting plans for a future defined by growth, innovation, and faith-filled learning.
Holy Cross School is inviting past, present, and future families to celebrate on Saturday, 26 July, from 1 to 5 pm. Guests can explore the school’s history, enjoy live entertainment and family activities, and take a guided tour with Principal Simon Mahaffy of one of Brisbane’s most enduring educational communities.
Holy Cross School Principal Simon Mahaffy said, “The community event is a celebration of everything Holy Cross School has stood for since 1890—faith, learning, and connection”.
“We invite our past students and families to come along to celebrate their part in our 135-year story, as well as invite our current and future families as they continue to pave the way forward for our school's exciting future.”
Holy Cross School parent Maree Carroll said, “Her grandfather attended the school over 90 years ago”.
Simon said Holy Cross School has served generations of Brisbane families for more than a century, and 2025 will mark not only a time to celebrate but to transform.
“In 2025, not only are we celebrating our 135th year, but later this year we will also be unveiling a new school façade, a refurbished Prep Precinct, and a range of upgrades designed to modernise our existing facilities—supporting the next generation of learners,” he said.
“These works are a vital investment in our students and our school’s future.
“They reflect our commitment to providing inspiring spaces for learning while staying grounded in the values that have guided us for 135 years.”
© Brisbane Catholic Education, Holy Cross School 2025