COMMUNITY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
DIOCESE OF BROKEN BAY

Type of Schools: 43 Catholic systemic schools (36 Primary, 6 Secondary, 1 K–12 school) throughout the Central Coast, Sydney’s North Shore and Peninsula regions. School Fees: Our annual tuition fees range from $1,230 (Primary) to $2,160 (senior secondary) with sibling discounts available for subsequent children at our schools. Additional to tuition fees, is an annual Diocesan School Building Levy of $750 per family and local school based fees to cover school requisites, sport and excursions. A family’s genuine inability to pay fees is not a barrier to enrolment. Principals are sympathetic to individual family circumstances.  Co-Curricular Activities: Opportunities available for students include sport, musical, cultural and faith-based activities. Comments: Catholic schools provide a continuous pathway of learning from Kindergarten to Year 12 in a faith rich environment. Belonging to a Catholic school, families become members of a community linking Church, home and school – all working together to create the best opportunities for our young people.

CENTRAL COAST GRAMMAR SCHOOL

Type of School: An independent, K-12, co-educational, non denominational school with a Christian ethos. 2011 Fee Range: $8,620 to $15,660.  Intake Years: Kindergarten, Years 3, 7, 11 and where vacancies exist. Scholarships: Academic and Music. Special Programs and Activities: Opportunities in music and performing arts, outdoor ed, sport, leadership, service, student exchange and overseas music, sport and cultural/humanitarian tours. Specialist teachers in Art, Languages, Library, Music, PE and Health for K-6 students. Well resourced student wellbeing programs and a cohesive school community create an environment where students excel. Open Mornings: 9.15 –10.30am Thursday 3 March, Thursday 19 May, Thursday 18 August and Thursday 10 November.  Bookings essential. General Comments: ‘Culture of excellence’ produces outstanding student learning outcomes - in 2010 34% achieved an ATAR over 90. Extensive learning technology infrastructure; state-of-the-art Library and Lecture Theatre; comprehensive sports facilities including multipurpose sports centre and gymnasium and multipurpose synthetic field; purpose-built Infants Centre, Year 12 Centre and Performing Arts Centre.

ST KEVINS PRIMARY SCHOOL CARDIFF

Type of School: A Catholic primary systemic school of the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, K-6 2011 Fee Range: Our 2011 tuition fees are $924 for the first child with sibling discounts available for subsequent children in the school. Additional to tuition fees is an annual School Building Levy of $519 per family and $180 resource fee per child to cover school requisites. A family’s genuine inability to pay fees is not a barrier to enrolment. Special Programs and Activities: Excellent NAPLAN results. Offers choir and drumming to students and Japanese taught in all classes. Successful Programs include: “Essential Moves” (Co-ordination and Movement), “You Can Do It” (Positive Relationships), “Lexia” (Thinking Skills – Literacy) and “Mathletics” (Internet based Mathematics). Opportunities exist for public speaking, debating, cultural performances and representing the school, region and diocese in sporting events. Open Mornings: Call to arrange a tour of the school. General Comments: A small school where all children are known, respected , happy and achieve. St Kevin’s is a safe, caring environment where all children are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Type of School: Christian co-ed Prep to Year 12. 2011 Fee Range: Prep $45/day 2-3 days per week. K-12 $3,800-$6,600. Intake Years: Prep for four year olds to Year 12. Scholarships: Several options for fee rebates available to all eligible families. Special Programs and Activities: Prep - transition program for four year olds. Primary - Smartboard and IT technology, Bounce Back life skills, Peacewise, Active After Schools, Citizenship and Community Action, Comprehensive Camping. Secondary - VET Metal and Engineering and Barista Course, Missions Adventures, Activity and Motion Program, Community Service Days Duke of Edinburgh. Open Day: Open Day Saturday 10 September, Prep Information Evenings Wednesday 23 March, 22 June, 14 September 2011. General Comments: “Where every young person is known and no student is left behind”. Proven academic record, small class sizes. Check out our innovative and unique programs at www.hunterchristian.nsw.edu.au or phone Janell Kemp on 02 49 672 111 to book your school tour today!