Choosing a school is one of a parent's most important decisions. Your child will spend 13 years at school, so you’ll want to make the right choice for your child!
There are many ways to learn more about your local schools. Often talking to friends and taking school tours are excellent ways to gather information and make an informed decision about the best school for your child.
Here are some answers to a few common questions about a Catholic education.
Catholic schools, playgroups and early learning centres are open to all.
Every child is welcome regardless of race, gender, ability, background or religion.
Inclusivity is one of the touchstones of our beliefs, and we truly practice this at each of our schools. If you have any questions about fitting in at your local Catholic school, we encourage you to discuss them with the school Principal.
The core Christian values, including social justice, care for the environment and compassion for humanity, can be seen in the activities at Catholic schools across South Australia each day.
Catholic teaching influences the whole life of the school, and each child is invited to explore the Catholic faith through classroom lessons, prayer and celebrations.
Catholic schools value the intrinsic worth of every individual child. Your child will be known by name and heart, and they’ll be encouraged to be kind, compassionate and thoughtful.
Teachers and staff in Catholic schools educate and nurture the whole person, helping them to be thriving, capable learners as well as extraordinary human beings.
Your child really will learn so much more than the curriculum at a Catholic school!
Catholic Schools Open Week is a great opportunity to discover how Catholic schools provide so much more than educational excellence.
With 101 schools across South Australia, you can find the one that is just right for your child by using the Catholic Education SA School Directory and booking a tour! We look forward to seeing you this Open Week.
Listen to the School Choice Podcast for the top 10 questions to ask when choosing a school.
Playgroup provides children with an opportunity to develop socially, emotionally and cognitively while also allowing parents and caregivers to build support networks. With 61 supported playgroups located within Catholic schools across the state, SPiCE (Supported Playgroups in Catholic Education) playgroups provide a time and place for over 1,900 children and over 1,600 families from different backgrounds to play, be and belong.
