It has been a privilege to partner with the Board in the appointment of the next Principal of Xavier College, including a process of deep engagement with the school community. 

John Frare is currently Executive Principal of Assisi Catholic College in Upper Coomera, Queensland. Prior to his appointment to Assisi College, John was Dean of College at Iona College in Brisbane, and previous to this, was the Deputy Headmaster at Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie) Brisbane.  Prior to his roles in Queensland, John has held leadership positions at both St Aloysius’ College, Milsons Point and Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview, Sydney where he developed a deep spiritual connection to the Ignatian tradition.

John has a strong ‘academic priority’ focus and has been successful in bringing about improved academic outcomes in his current and previous roles. He also sees the provision of high-quality education, including co-curricular opportunities across a range of disciplines, as an essential part of that care. More particularly, he stresses the importance of fully seeing and appreciating every student in front of him.