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St James' Primary School

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St James' Primary School

Kotara South, NSW 2289

Catholic
Co-Ed
Primary
Years
K–6
Primary
Students
334
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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A supportive Catholic school promoting personalised education and a stimulating learning environment.

Located in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, the school emphasises holistic education, evidence-based teaching, and collaborative learning. A strong commitment to quality education ensures students develop their potential in a safe and engaging community.

School Overview

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School overview facts
School typePrimarySectorCatholic
Year levelsK–6Enrolments334
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:16.2
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typePrimary
Year levelsK–6
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorCatholic
Enrolments334
Teacher–student ratio1:16.2
PrincipalNot available
FoundedNot available

Enrolment history

Enrolments from 2021 to 2025Bar chart of reported student totals. Exact figures and reporting details are available in the table below. Missing figures have no bar.03752021: 375 students · K–620212022: 369 students · K–620222023: 340 students · K–620232024: 329 students · K–620242025: 334 students · K–62025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
165(49.4%)
Girls
169(50.6%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
11%
English only
89%
Not stated
0%

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St James' Primary School

30 Vista Parade, Kotara South NSW 2289

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