Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions you'll make for your child. While every school offers learning opportunities, Catholic schools provide an education that nurtures the whole child academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

At our school, your child will be known, valued and supported as an individual. We strive to create a welcoming community where students feel a sense of belonging, develop strong relationships and are encouraged to become their very best version of themselves.

Catholic education is grounded in values such as compassion, respect, service, inclusion and justice. These values are woven through everyday school life, helping students grow into confident young people who care for others and make a positive contribution to their community.

Prep students engage with the Foundation Year of the Australian Curriculum through a play-based program that encourages curiosity. In our safe and nurturing environment, children learn through exploration and discovery, supported every step of the way by our caring and supportive teachers. With access to a purpose-built Prep precinct, students build confidence, form friendships and develop the skills they need for a positive and successful transition to Year 1.

To help your child feel confident and excited about starting school, we offer a range of orientation events prior to their first day. These opportunities allow your child and family to become familiar with our school community, meet key staff and begin building connections before their first day. Enrolled families will receive further information about these events closer to the time.

Our school welcomes enrolment applications for all grades at any time of the year. However, for Prep enrolments we generally follow a set timeline and you are encouraged to submit during Term 1 the year before your child is due to start school.

We are currently accepting Prep enrolment applications for 2028 and beyond. For other year levels, please enquire with our Enrolments team for the latest information for enrolment and availability at our school.

Applications are open for up to five years before your child is due to commence Prep, allowing you to apply early. If applying early, we'll also be able to keep in touch with your family, sharing important enrolment updates, upcoming events and opportunities to connect with our school community as your child's start date approaches.

Prep applications enrolment offers are sent in Term 2, the year before children commence. All other year levels will receive notification of enrolment status within two weeks after an interview has occurred.

While St Vincent's Primary School is a Catholic school, we are open to all families seeking a faith-based education in a welcoming and inclusive community. We celebrate the diversity of the families we serve and invite everyone to participate in and support the Catholic traditions, beliefs and values that guide our schools and enrich the educational experience of every student. Children who are baptised Catholic are given priority of enrolment at Brisbane Catholic Education schools.

Yes, on-site Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) for children up to 12 years old is available. This service is managed by Catholic Early EdCare. Click here to find out more.

If your child is placed on a waitlist, you will be kept informed throughout the enrolment process. If an availability arises, families will be contacted and offered a place where possible.

Absolutely! In fact, the best way to know whether our school is the right fit for your family is to experience it for yourself.

We encourage families to attend a school tour or Open Day to meet our staff, explore our learning environments, and get a feel for our community. It's a wonderful opportunity to ask questions and see firsthand what makes our school special. You can visit us during Open Week or sign up for a Principal's Tour. Visit our School Tours page to find out more.

We look forward to welcoming you and helping you discover whether our school is the right fit for your family.

Enrolments will be prioritised as follows: 

1. The child is a sibling of student/s who is/are enrolled at and attending St Vincent’s.
   or The child is a baptised Catholic whose family can demonstrate ongoing involvement in the life, worship and service of the Surfers Paradise Catholic Parish.
2. The child is a baptised Catholic whose family can demonstrate ongoing involvement in the life, worship, service of another parish and now seeks to participate actively in the life, worship and service of this parish.
3. The child is a baptised Catholic whose family resides in Surfers Paradise Catholic Parish and whose family is committed to and guided by the values of the gospel and the traditions of the Catholic Church.
4. The child is baptised Catholic, his/her family is committed to and guided by the values of the gospel and the traditions of the Catholic Church and has appropriate reasons for not enrolling the child in their own parish school.
5. The child, though not baptised as a Catholic, belongs to a family that can demonstrate some meaningful relationship with a Christian tradition and is committed to and guided by the values of the Gospel and accepting of the traditions of the Catholic Community.
6. The child, though not Christian, belongs to a family that shares our values and wishes to join our community.

The Principal, in consultation with the Parish Priest, may exercise discretion regarding applications where pastoral considerations apply and, therefore, may determine a child's eligibility beyond the stated criteria.

The Enrolment Application and Support Procedure (EASP) helps clarify the student’s needs and identify the educational adjustments and transition support required for them to access and participate in learning.

More information is available in this EASP brochure. (PDF 545.5KB)
 

We believe every child deserves access to a high-quality education. We are committed to keeping our school fees affordable so more families can benefit from a Catholic education, regardless of their circumstances. You can learn more about fee assistance, family and sibling discounts, estimate your school fees, and find answers to common questions by visiting our School fee policy and Fee Information page.

1. Families accept the Surfers Paradise Catholic Parish Enrolment Policy.
2. The student participates in the school curriculum which includes the nine Key Learning Areas, camps and excursions and sport.
3. Parents are expected to continue their involvement in the life, worship and service of the Catholic Parish of Surfers Paradise and are expected to accept a sincere commitment to give their child every opportunity to experience the fullness of their faith.
4. Parents are expected to support and encourage the living out of the Gospel values and the standards of behaviour that these imply.
5. Parents are expected to accept and support all school, uniform and behaviour policies and procedures which have been formulated for the efficient management of the school and the safety and welfare of children and visitors.
6. Parents are expected to commit themselves to the payment of school fees and charges.