St Philip's Christian College - Cessnock
Is St Philip's Christian College - Cessnock right for my child?
It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. St Philip's Christian College - Cessnock is an independent combined school in Nulkaba, NSW, for K–12. It had 1,276 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, and book a tour to see it in person.


Nulkaba, NSW 2325
- Years
- K–12
- Primary & Secondary
- Students
- 1,276
- ACARA 2025
A vibrant network providing exceptional education and care driven by Christian values and holistic development.
Offering a diverse range of educational programs from early learning to tertiary education, this network prioritises independent learning and holistic child development while embedding Christian values, fostering personal integrity and a deep understanding of the world within its learning communities.
School Overview
Key information about St Philip's Christian College - Cessnock
| School type | Primary & Secondary | Sector | Independent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year levels | K–12 | Enrolments | 1,276 |
| Early learning | Not confirmed | Teacher–student ratio | 1:12.6 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Principal | Not available |
| Boarding | No | Founded | Not available |
| School type | Primary & Secondary |
|---|---|
| Year levels | K–12 |
| Early learning | Not confirmed |
| Gender | Co-Ed |
| Boarding | No |
| Sector | Independent |
|---|---|
| Enrolments | 1,276 |
| Teacher–student ratio | 1:12.6 |
| Principal | Not available |
| Founded | Not available |
Enrolment history
Student composition · 2025
Boys and girls
- Boys
- 623(48.8%)
- Girls
- 653(51.2%)
Language background other than English
- Another language at home
- 11%
- English only
- 89%
- Not stated
- 0%
Location
St Philip's Christian College - Cessnock
10 Lomas Ln, Nulkaba NSW 2325
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Key Highlights
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Flexible senior pathways
Senior students can choose an ATAR HSC route or non-ATAR options, with VET subjects and pathways to work, training or university.
100-acre Hunter Valley campus
The college sits on 100 acres in the Hunter Valley and includes a central Senior Study area and a state-of-the-art Trade Training Centre.
Activate Centre for sport
The Activate Centre offers indoor sprung basketball courts and a fully equipped gym with cardio and strength rooms for training and competitions.
School Fees
Fees shown are indicative annual amounts. Please contact the school for the most current information.
| Year Level | Domestic Students |
|---|---|
| Primary School | |
| Kindergarten | $8,240 |
| Year 1 | $8,240 |
| Year 2 | $8,390 |
| Year 3 | $8,390 |
| Year 4 | $8,390 |
| Year 5 | $9,100 |
| Year 6 | $9,100 |
| Secondary School | |
| Year 7 | $10,600 |
| Year 8 | $10,600 |
| Year 9 | $11,000 |
| Year 10 | $11,000 |
| Year 11 | $12,880 |
| Year 12 | $12,880 |
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