St Finbarr’s Catholic Primary School
St. Finbarr’s Catholic Primary School, located in the Ashgrove suburb of Brisbane, Queensland, has been providing quality education since 1925 under the guidance of the Sisters of Charity. The school caters to both boys and girls from Prep to Year 6, with a modest student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 9 and a total of 185 students currently enrolled. St. Finbarr’s offers an inclusive approach to education, ensuring that basic educational needs are met while simultaneously creating opportunities for all students to explore their unique talents and passions. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to cater to the diverse range of interests and abilities exhibited by students, with a focus on fostering lifelong learning habits. In 2023, the school received a grant for Sustainable Ways of Embedding ICLT’s Into Contemporary Learning, which St. Finbarr’s believes will further enhance the quality of education it provides.
School website: https://www.stfinbarrsashgrove.qld.edu.au/Pages/default.aspx
Mater Dei Catholic Primary School
Mater Dei Catholic Primary School, located in Ashgrove West, Brisbane QLD, has a rich history of providing exceptional primary education to students in Prep to Year 6 for over 70 years. This co-educational Catholic primary school maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 12, with a current enrollment of 224 students.
The school’s Vision focuses on promoting excellence and equity in education, inspiring young Australians to become confident, creative, and successful lifelong learners, and active and informed members of their community. Mater Dei provides a safe and high-quality learning environment that is both relevant and motivating, enabling students to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and Christian values that will prepare them for their journey through life.
School website: https://www.materdei.qld.edu.au/Pages/default.aspx
Marist College Ashgrove
Marist College Ashgrove, located in Ashgrove, Brisbane QLD, is a renowned Catholic school exclusively for boys, catering to students from Years 5 to 12. Since its establishment by the Marist Brothers in 1940, the school has grown to accommodate over 1800 students, with an impressive student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 12.
Marist College Ashgrove follows the philosophy of “All to Jesus through Mary. All to Mary for Jesus,” which is deeply ingrained in the school’s foundation. The school focuses on imparting Marist values in young men and encourages them to embody these values in their daily lives, rather than just espousing them.
At Marist, the school’s holistic approach to education goes beyond the classroom, creating an environment that fosters spiritual, academic, cultural, and sporting excellence. The school caters to the diverse needs of its students, encouraging them to become well-rounded individuals.
School website: https://www.marash.qld.edu.au/
Ashgrove State School
Ashgrove State School is a highly regarded co-educational primary school located in the thriving suburb of Ashgrove, Brisbane QLD. With a student population of over 1000 and a student-to-teacher ratio of 1 to 16, the school has established itself as a leader in academic excellence in the community.
Founded in 1877, Ashgrove State School continues to deliver a dynamic curriculum that promotes innovative learning, exceptional music and sporting programs, and high levels of community engagement. The school’s exceptional NAPLAN results attest to its commitment to providing quality education to its students.
As an Independent Public School, Ashgrove State School caters to students from Prep to Year 6 and provides top-notch facilities, including air-conditioned classrooms, a 25-metre swimming pool, a Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program, a modern resource centre, integrated technology using iPads, Chinese lessons, and an onsite Outside School Hours Care program.
School website: https://ashgrovess.eq.edu.au/
