St Thomas' Catholic Primary School
St Thomas' Catholic Primary School is a Catholic primary school in Willoughby, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 1161, it sits in the 97th percentile nationally and is well above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 277 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 26% of students have a language background other than English.
Willoughby NSW 2068. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Thomas' Catholic Primary School compares
By ICSEA, St Thomas' Catholic Primary School ranks 65th of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 41 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 23rd-highest ICSEA and the 24th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Willoughby Public School, a government primary school 0.7 km away.
Ranks are calculated by GDP.com.au from ACARA 2025 school profile data. Distances are straight-line from the school's ACARA location. ICSEA describes students' family backgrounds; ACARA notes it is not a rating of the school or its teaching.
ICSEA against the national average
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. St Thomas' Catholic Primary School scores 1161, well above average.
Enrolment and location
St Thomas' Catholic Primary School is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near St Thomas' Catholic Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Thomas' Catholic Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willoughby Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Willoughby | 0.7 km | 1143 | 18 lower | 905 |
| Willoughby Girls High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Willoughby | 0.8 km | 1152 | 9 lower | 1,036 |
| Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner SchoolIndependent Combined · Middle Cove | 0.9 km | 1148 | 13 lower | 405 |
| Castle Cove Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Castle Cove | 1.4 km | 1167 | 6 higher | 273 |
| Mercy Catholic CollegeCatholic Secondary · Chatswood | 1.4 km | 1134 | 27 lower | 728 |
| Our Lady of Dolours Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Chatswood | 1.5 km | 1144 | 17 lower | 355 |
| St Pius X CollegeIndependent Combined · Chatswood | 1.6 km | 1144 | 17 lower | 1,183 |
| Roseville Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Roseville | 1.9 km | 1172 | 11 higher | 520 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Thomas' Catholic Primary School a government school?
No, St Thomas' Catholic Primary School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Thomas' Catholic Primary School offer?
St Thomas' Catholic Primary School offers K-6.
What is St Thomas' Catholic Primary School's ICSEA score?
St Thomas' Catholic Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1161, placing it in the 97th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Thomas' Catholic Primary School?
St Thomas' Catholic Primary School has 277 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Thomas' Catholic Primary School?
The nearest schools to St Thomas' Catholic Primary School are Willoughby Public School (0.7 km), Willoughby Girls High School (0.8 km), Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School (0.9 km).
Where is St Thomas' Catholic Primary School located?
St Thomas' Catholic Primary School is located in Willoughby, NSW 2068. Visit the school website at http://www.stwdbb.catholic.edu.au.