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St Catherine's School

A Waverley girls’ school from Kindergarten to Year 12, with a residential programme, broad co-curricular opportunities and a learning environment shaped around academic and personal growth.

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School Overview

Formal Name
St Catherine’s School Sydney.[1]
Location
26 Albion Street, Waverley NSW 2024.[1]
Transport
About 7km from Sydney CBD and 1.5km from Bondi Junction; local buses plus subsidised Years 3–12 private bus services are published.[1]

Learning & Curriculum

Academic Overview
Junior learning combines explicit instruction and inquiry; Senior School offers a broad HSC program.[1][2]
Curriculum
  • Junior specialist learning includes STEM, arts, PDHPE, French and Chinese.
  • Senior students form HSC patterns from nearly 40 courses; Years 7–10 combine mandatory and elective study.[1][2]
Distinctive Programs
  • Year 5–6 Fielding Class for high-potential learners.
  • St Cathodes robotics.
  • Academic Care and Beyond the Curriculum programs.[1][2]

International Admissions

Eligibility & Entry
Standard intake years are Kindergarten and Years 3, 5 and 7.[1]
Application Steps
  • Apply to join the waitlist.
  • Visit at an open morning, private tour or expo.
  • An applicant may be invited to an interview.
  • Accept a formal offer within two weeks and complete orientation.[1]
Required Documents
  • Two most recent school reports.
  • Most recent NAPLAN results.
  • Birth certificate.[1]
Assessment & Interview
Candidates may be invited to interview about two years before commencement; the FAQ lists supporting documents.[1][2]
English Requirements
ELICOS Acceptance
Timing & Key Dates
Apply as soon as possible; 2026 open mornings are 2 September and 9 November, with a Headmistress’ Tour on 16 September.[1]

Fees & Costs

Summary
Published fees are explicitly for residents in 2026.(2026)[1]
Fee TypeApplies ToAmountSource
Tuition2026Years 3–6 residents$36,284 p.a.
Tuition2026Years 7–10 residents$43,964 p.a.
Boarding2026Years 7–12 residents$33,264 p.a.
Other Expected Costs
Years 5–9 ICT lease is $780 p.a.; compulsory camp costs are separate.(2026)[1]

Accommodation & Welfare

Under-18 Welfare
CAAW Issuance
Boarding
Boarding has five live-in staff and support around the clock.[1]
Day Student
Homestay
Local Guardianship

Campus Life

Facilities
  • Boarding living areas, bedrooms and family-style dining.
  • Swimming pool, sports centre, music rooms and gym access.[1]
Student Life
  • BTC sport, arts and adventure activities.
  • Duke of Edinburgh from Year 9.[1]
Support Services
  • Boarding Prep centre support and teacher mentorship.
  • Dedicated school counsellor.[1][2]

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Quick Facts

Type
Girls’ school.[1]
Gender
Girls.[1]
Religion
Year Levels
Kindergarten to Year 12.[1][2]
International Entry

Contact Information

Admissions
enrol@stcaths.nsw.edu.au[1]
General
stcaths@stcaths.nsw.edu.au[1]