“For the sake of one child”… Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat founded the Society of the Sacred Heart – and these words are reflected in the RSCJ educational philosophy – each and every student growing into her unique identity, educated, confident, empowered, loved, imbued with a sense of social justice - irrespective of financial means.

Our students are so fortunate - a Baradene education equips them to meet the challenges of our rapidly changing world and to succeed as global citizens.

However, for some students, there are financial barriers which prevent them from being able to attend Baradene or make the most of the opportunities provided at Baradene.

In this centenary year of the canonisation of Saint Madeleine Sophie, the Baradene 2025 Giving Week will launch the RSCJ Scholarship Fund, by raising funds for a new Sister Elizabeth Snedden Scholarship.

This scholarship will provide financial assistance to those students who need it so they too can fully experience and benefit from a Baradene education, which would not otherwise be possible.

Sister Elizabeth is a Baradene alumna. She taught for many years at Baradene (and at most of the RSCJ schools on NZ and Australia) and continues to be a long serving Trustee on the Baradene Board and Director of the Proprietor, Baradene College Limited.

Sister Elizabeth has made an immense contribution to RSCJ education and to Baradene. We are delighted to be launching this Scholarship in her name for a purpose which is close to her heart.

Thank you for your support.