Tenison Woods College

Tenison Woods College
Location

Australia
Coordinates37°49′47″S 140°45′17″E / 37.829684°S 140.754588°E / -37.829684; 140.754588
Information
TypeIndependent co-educational secondary school
MottoLet Your Light Shine
(from Matthew 5:16)
DenominationRoman Catholic
Established2001 (2001)
PrincipalDavid Mezinec
Staff150+
YearsR12
Number of students1,300+
Colour(s)Blue and navy blue   
Websitetenison.adl.catholic.edu.au

Tenison Woods College is an Australian independent co-educational Roman Catholic secondary school in Mount Gambier, South Australia. It is named after the pioneer priest, scientist and educator Julian Tenison Woods in recognition of his contribution to Catholic education. It was established in 2001 as an R-12 Catholic college as a result of the efforts of the Parish of Mount Gambier, the Boards and community of Tenison College and St. Pauls Primary School. The school's motto is Let Your Light Shine (from Matthew 5:16) which is displayed on the school logo. Tenison Woods College has over 1,300 students and over 150 staff members.