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St Philip's Christian College - Port Stephens

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. St Philip's Christian College - Port Stephens is an independent combined school in Salamander Bay, NSW, for K–12. It had 821 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, and book a tour to see it in person.

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St Philip's Christian College - Port Stephens

Salamander Bay, NSW 2317

Independent
Co-Ed
Primary & Secondary
Years
K–12
Primary & Secondary
Students
821
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
$5,587–$10,018
Domestic
Next open day
None listed
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A dynamic learning community fostering holistic development rooted in Christian values.

With over 900 staff and 5000 students, the centre offers a whole of life education, including early learning, tailored support for diverse needs, and tertiary opportunities, all while upholding exceptional educational standards guided by Christian principles.

School Overview

Key information about St Philip's Christian College - Port Stephens

School overview facts
School typePrimary & SecondarySectorIndependent
Year levelsK–12Enrolments821
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:11.7
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typePrimary & Secondary
Year levelsK–12
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorIndependent
Enrolments821
Teacher–student ratio1:11.7
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.08212021: 708 students · K–1220212022: 729 students · K–1220222023: 751 students · K–1220232024: 799 students · K–1220242025: 821 students · K–122025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
401(48.8%)
Girls
420(51.2%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
13%
English only
87%
Not stated
0%

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St Philip's Christian College - Port Stephens

182 Salamander Way, Salamander Bay NSW 2317

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Key Highlights

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  • 1:1 MacBooks from Year 5

    All students in Years 5 to 12 receive a MacBook on a rolling two-year programme, supported by the school IT helpdesk.

  • Stage 6 VET pathways

    Stage 6 students can take VET courses in hospitality, electrotechnology and construction, earning HSC credit and industry-recognised skills.

  • Performing arts centre and sports fields

    The campus includes a performing arts centre, plus sports fields used with HRIS competition and co-curricular sport programmes.

School Fees

Fees shown are indicative annual amounts. Please contact the school for the most current information.

Indicative annual school fees by year level
Year LevelDomestic Students
Primary School
Kindergarten$5,587
Year 1$5,587
Year 2$5,587
Year 3$5,587
Year 4$5,587
Year 5$7,328
Year 6$7,328
Secondary School
Year 7$8,089
Year 8$8,089
Year 9$8,676
Year 10$8,676
Year 11$9,974
Year 12$10,018
Information updated: 21 Sept 2026

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