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Callaghan College Waratah Campus

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Callaghan College Waratah Campus is a government secondary school in Waratah, NSW, for Years 7–10. It had 848 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, check its school zone, and book a tour to see it in person.

Callaghan College Waratah Campus

Waratah, NSW 2298

Government
Co-Ed
Secondary
Years
7–10
Secondary
Students
848
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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A dynamic learning environment fostering creativity, academic excellence, and personal growth for students.

Located in Jesmond, the campus provides a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. It focuses on innovative programs and strong community partnerships, encouraging student engagement and success. Emphasis on wellbeing, creativity, and holistic development underpin the educational experience offered.

School Overview

Key information about Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus

School overview facts
School typeSecondarySectorGovernment
Year levels7–10Enrolments848
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:12.1
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typeSecondary
Year levels7–10
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorGovernment
Enrolments848
Teacher–student ratio1:12.1
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.08632021: 858 students · Years 7–1020212022: 863 students · Years 7–1020222023: 861 students · Years 7–1020232024: 855 students · Years 7–1020242025: 848 students · Years 7–102025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
472(55.7%)
Girls
376(44.3%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
26%
English only
74%
Not stated
0%

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Callaghan College Waratah Campus

26 Turton Rd, Waratah NSW 2298

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