At Adelaide Architectural Joinery, nothing is off-the-shelf — not the work, and not the training. That’s exactly why Year 10 student Will jumped at the opportunity to complete work experience at the boutique cabinetmaking and joinery workshop, where projects are built from scratch, and every detail matters.
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For students like Harry and Lachie, stepping into a workplace like Gants & Sons isn’t just a taste of the trades; it’s the start of something much bigger. The pair are among a growing number of St Patrick’s Technical College students completing repeat work experience placements at the busy fabrication site, returning again and again to build skills, confidence, and connections.
Our Year 10 STEM students explored the journey of sustainability, taking their classroom learning into the real world. As part of their STEM unit on sustainability and waste, students began by dismantling old technology, uncovering how everyday devices work and learning just how easily some items can be repaired rather than discarded.
St Patrick’s Technical College recently welcomed the Honourable Andrew Giles MP and Mr Matt Burnell MP to explore how the College is preparing students for careers in the skilled trades. The visit highlighted the College’s hands-on learning model and its role in shaping Australia’s future workforce through real-world training and strong industry connections.
St Patrick’s Day is always a special occasion at the College, and this year was no exception. We were honoured to welcome Archbishop Patrick O’Regan, who presided over an inspiring Year 10 Liturgy, encouraging students to be courageous and use their talents to shape a bright future.
St Patrick’s Technical College students gain valuable real-world experience through structured work placements across a range of industries. From hands-on automotive workshops to high-tech fabrication labs, students like Harry and BJ are building the skills, confidence, and connections needed to kickstart successful careers in trades and technology.
Our Year 11 Plumbing and Electrotechnology students offered their time to assist not-for-profit organisation Treasure Boxes.
The College had an overwhelming response to the Term 3 school holiday Try-A-Trade taster sessions.
Passionate about supporting youth at risk of homelessness, our Year 12.1 class shared the mission of Service by connecting with Centacare.
The Year 10PC5 class have immersed themselves in the art of bricklaying.