Hear from some of our parents and students what they like most about the School.
Parent testimonials
St Columba’s is an exceptional school, and we feel fortunate to be a part of this community. The teachers and staff at St Columba’s are committed to their profession, and as a result, your child’s confidence will flourish through supportive engagement, nurturing a love for learning. My son’s educational journey from Prep has been truly wonderful; he’s now in grade 3, and the meaningful friendships he has formed with his peers have been a joy to witness. We are also very grateful to be able to participate in the school’s wide range of activities and learning opportunities, which encompass options like public speaking, STEM, drama, music, sports gala days, chess, coding, and book clubs, there is something for every child. The teachers and school staff have been incredibly supportive and caring and I would wholeheartedly recommend sending your child to St Columba's.
Year 3 Parent
"We came away from our tour of the school with the Assistant Principal knowing this is the school we wanted our children to attend. What struck us then, was the friendliness of the staff we met (in class and out) and the large choice of opportunities our children would have through every grade - from sports and music to Italian and STEM. Now we're here - the stand outs for our children are the weekly Italian lessons, the gala sports days and all the extension activities coordinated by the amazing library staff. The book clubs, the reading immersions, the makey-make sessions and more, really inspire our kids. Of course, the Book Week event the library staff coordinate each year is also a huge highlight! We're lucky enough to have a child in the new building and they are full of praise for how great the new classrooms are, and the smart boards are a huge hit. For us as parents, we love the community spirit and the wide range of opportunities for us to get involved in the life of the school. When the whole school sings the school song ("We're on a journey....") and many of the parents are getting teary hearing it - you know you've found a school with an incredible sense of connection and community spirit! "
Year 4 and Year 2 Parent
"From day one we have absolutely loved being a part of the St Columba's school community. With two very different children going through the school, we have always been offered support and tailored approaches to guiding our children through their education and social development. The school community is incredibly welcoming, with countless options for parent involvement and extracurricular activities for students. St Columba's is truly an environment that you walk into feeling both welcome and confident knowing your children are in the best hands when it comes to their education within a nurturing environment."
Prep and Year 2 Parent