Vision & Mission
Guided by the gentle wisdom of St. Francis de Sales
Our Vision
"A world where every person experiences the gentle, humble, and transformative love of God through Salesian education."
We envision a global community transformed by education that honours the dignity of every person, fosters authentic relationships, and opens hearts to the divine presence in everyday life.
Our Mission
"To provide holistic education that integrates faith, academics, and character formation, following the spirituality of St. Francis de Sales."
We are committed to forming young people who are intellectually competent, morally upright, spiritually alive, and socially responsible — ready to lead with humility and serve with compassion.
Nurturing Hearts and Minds Through Salesian Pedagogy
Salesian education is rooted in the gentle, compassionate spirituality of St. Francis de Sales. We believe that every student is uniquely gifted and deserves an education that nurtures not only the intellect but also the heart, will, and spirit.
Our approach emphasizes accompaniment — walking alongside each student with patience, kindness, and genuine care. In our institutions worldwide, we cultivate environments where faith, reason, and virtue flourish together.
Blessed Louis Brisson
"To form Christians who are truly good and truly happy."
Blessed Louis Brisson (1817 - 1908) was a French priest and the founder of the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales (OSFS). Inspired by the Salesian spirituality of St. Francis de Sales, he dedicated his life to educating youth through a gentle, compassionate approach. He established schools and parishes across France, guided by the belief that kindness and personal accompaniment are the most powerful tools for transformation.
Learn More About Our FounderCore Salesian Values
The pillars of Salesian education that guide every institution in our global network.
Gentleness
We approach every student with the gentle spirit of St. Francis de Sales, recognizing that true education flows from love, patience, and a kind heart — not from rigid discipline or harsh correction.
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Grounded in humility before God and one another, we create learning communities where every person is valued, every voice is heard, and we recognize our shared journey toward truth and wisdom.
Learn MoreAccompaniment
We walk alongside our students, accompanying them on their educational journey with compassionate presence, meeting them where they are, and guiding them to become who they are called to be.
Learn MoreOSFS Around the World
Oblates of St. Francis de Sales serving across four regions with schools and institutions worldwide
Latest from Salesian Education
Stay informed with the latest news, events, and stories from our global network.
Annual Salesian Education Conference 2025
Join educators and leaders from across the globe for our annual conference exploring transformative Salesian pedagogy in the modern world.
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New Formation Program Launched
A comprehensive new formation program for educators has been launched, designed to deepen understanding of Salesian spirituality in education.
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Student Leadership Summit a Success
Over 200 student leaders from Salesian institutions worldwide gathered for a transformative leadership summit focused on servant leadership.
Read More"Salesian education transformed my life. The gentle guidance and genuine care of my teachers helped me discover not just knowledge, but purpose. The Salesian approach taught me that true education is about becoming fully human — heart, mind, and soul united in love for God and neighbor."
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