Starting school is an important step in a young child’s life and ‘Is my child ready for school?’ is a question asked by many parents. When to start school Children are generally aged five by 30 April of the year Read More …
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Enrolment
Although there is a formal enrolment period at the commencement of each school year, applications for enrolment may be made at any time throughout the year. Children who turn 5 before 30th April may be enrolled for that school year. Read More …
School Fees
Annual School Fees School Fees 2024 One child $1597.55 Two children $2519.15 Three children $3180.15 Four children $3428.15 Financial Assistance It is the policy of the Catholic Education Office Wilcannia-Forbes that no Catholic student will be denied an education because Read More …
Uniforms
The wearing of school uniform is compulsory. If there is some reason your child is temporarily unable to wear the correct uniform, please send a note to the Class Teacher or Principal. A School Hat with Crest is compulsory all Read More …
Why Choose Us?
St. John’s is a school with 130 students, supported by the St. Laurence O’Toole Parish and the community of Cobar. The school is part of the Catholic Education System administered by the Wilcannia-Forbes Diocese. St. John’s is a co-educational institution, Read More …
Our Catholic Identity
Nowhere in the world is there a Catholic school system similar to Australia’s. With over twenty percent of all children in the nation attending Catholic schools, Catholic education holds a unique place in the history and mission of the Catholic Read More …
Vision & Mission
St John’s Parish School’s Vision Statement: St. John’s Parish School fosters a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where the teachings and stories of the Gospel inspire a community founded on respect and love. Our vision is to empower staff and Read More …
Our School Community
The St John’s Parish school community are encouraged to acknowledge the sacredness and uniqueness of each individual. The school motto recognises that each of us has been given gifts and we are called to share these gifts with others. By Read More …
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Parent Place
There are many ways that parents can support their children’s learning at home and throughout the school year. Work collaboratively with school staff Inform the teacher you want to help your child learn, and that you want to be contacted Read More …