We look forward to welcoming you into our Catholic school community and are committed to working together to ensure a quality Catholic education for your child. Catholic Schools Broken Bay has designed this enrolment process to work hand-in-hand with parents to ensure the best outcome for their child. The process aims to give you opportunities to share your goals for your child as they commence their school journey with us.
The two schools of the Parish of Lower North Shore, St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Northbridge, and St Thomas Catholic Primary School, Willoughby, will come together as one primary school community on the St Thomas site.
From the beginning of the 2026 school year, the two schools of the Parish of Lower North Shore, St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Northbridge, and St Thomas Catholic Primary School, Willoughby, will come together as one primary school community on the St Thomas site. We plan to build on the unique strengths of both schools and ensure a thriving future for Catholic education on the Lower North Shore.
Every current student at St Philip Neri, including those enrolled for Kindergarten 2026, will be warmly welcomed at St Thomas.
A holistic education pathway
This transformation allows us to create a more holistic and future-focused pathway for Catholic education in the Northbridge and Willoughby area. By combining the strengths of both schools, and by establishing an inclusive education hub at Northbridge, we will be able to:
- Support all learners from their earliest years
- Provide dedicated support for children with additional needs
- Ensure that every child has access to modern, faith-filled facilities and programs designed for their success.
Current Families of St Philip Neri
To confirm your child’s enrolment for 2026 at St Thomas, please complete the Transfer of Enrolment Form contained in the Parent Information Pack, available at the school for each family, by Friday, 12 September 2025.
New Families to Catholic Schools Broken Bay
Step 1: Complete and Submit the Enrolment Application Form
Parents/carers are also welcome to come to the school to collect an enrolment package.
The completed Enrolment Application, together with the requested supporting documentation listed below, can be submitted via email or in person to our school office.
- Birth Certificate,
- Sacramental certificates (if applicable)
- Child’s current immunisation record
Please refer to the checklist within the enrolment application to ensure all applicable documentation accompanies your application.
Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee automatic placement.
Step 2: Interview with the Principal
The enrolling student and at least one parent/carer are required to attend the interview.
Once we receive your application, our enrolments officer will contact you to schedule a time. These interviews take place shortly after the submission of the application and run throughout the school year.
Step 3: Enrolment Offer or Waitlist
Shortly after your interview, we will contact you regarding your application. The outcome of your enrolment application is based on our Enrolment Principles.
Step 4: Enrolment Acceptance Letter
We ask that you return the Enrolment Acceptance Form and secure your position at the school by the requested date. We will then provide you with transition dates so as to welcome your family to our school community.