Marist Schools Australia draws together Catholic schools which shape their identity and mission through the spirituality and educational approach that was introduced into the church by St Marcellin Champagnat in the early 19th century, and which has continued to be developed by the Marist Brothers and lay Marists. Currently, Marist Schools Australia has over 50 member schools and includes 5000 Marist teachers, educators and staff associated with the education of over 40,000 young people.

The first priority of Marist Schools Australia is to nurture the faith and spirituality of today’s Marists. It provides its member schools with leadership, support, and, where applicable, governance, in order that they can continue to be authentic Marist educational communities.