We welcome you to enrol your child into our School for 2026.
Enrolments for Prep 2026 will open in March. We are very excited to offer you and your child a quality Catholic education, in an environment of safety, respect and responsibility.
Eligibility Criteria for 2026
To be eligible for enrolment for Prep in 2026, your child:
- Must be at least 5 years old by 30 April 2026;
- Should live with you within both the Parish Boundary and the St James the Apostle Primary School zone;
- Should be on the Priority for Enrolment; and
- Must have the required paperwork, including birth, baptism and immunisation certificates.
Enrolment Policies, Procedures and Agreement
How to enrol
If your child meets the eligibility criteria, there are some simple steps to take:
- Come to the Prep 2026 Information Session to:
- Fill in an Enquiry Form, with your contact details, and receive an application pack.
- Make an appointment to meet with the Principal or Deputy Principal.
- Complete the application form, including all the required paperwork as stated on the form, including evidence of citizenship and immunisation, and certificate of Baptism for Catholic children.
- Bring or send your completed application form and documentation to the school.
- Attend your scheduled interview, along with your child.
For Prep enrolment, there are some important dates to be aware of. These dates will also be provided in your application pack.
Key dates for 2026 enrolment
Application dates
Information Night: Tuesday 18 March (6pm)
Applications close: Thursday 24 April
Interviews: Across May
Offers sent by post: Friday 6 June
More Information
If you need more information about enrolment:
- Visit the MACS Find My Catholic School website to check what school you’re zoned to
- Call us on 03 97491000 to talk about enrolment
- Send an email to info@sjhcn.catholic.edu.au