Newcastle Waldorf School
Newcastle Waldorf School is an independent combined school in Glendale, NSW offering K-12. With an ICSEA score of 1072, it sits in the 76th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 237 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 9% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 19% have a language background other than English.
Glendale NSW 2285. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Newcastle Waldorf School compares
By ICSEA, Newcastle Waldorf School ranks 144th of the 441 combined schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Glendale East Public School, a government primary school 0.4 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. Newcastle Waldorf School scores 1072, above average.
Enrolment and location
Newcastle Waldorf School is a Independent school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near Newcastle Waldorf School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Newcastle Waldorf School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale East Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Glendale | 0.4 km | 956 | 116 lower | 232 |
| Macquarie CollegeIndependent Combined · Wallsend | 0.4 km | 1110 | 38 higher | 1,060 |
| Alesco Secondary CollegeIndependent Secondary · Cooks Hill | 1.2 km | 949 | 123 lower | 664 |
| Glendale Technology High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Glendale | 1.2 km | 946 | 126 lower | 802 |
| Elermore Vale Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Wallsend | 1.4 km | 996 | 76 lower | 290 |
| Wallsend South Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Wallsend | 1.9 km | 1083 | 11 higher | 583 |
| Wallsend Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Wallsend | 2.4 km | 965 | 107 lower | 252 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newcastle Waldorf School a government school?
No, Newcastle Waldorf School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Newcastle Waldorf School offer?
Newcastle Waldorf School offers K-12.
What is Newcastle Waldorf School's ICSEA score?
Newcastle Waldorf School has an ICSEA score of 1072, placing it in the 76th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Newcastle Waldorf School?
Newcastle Waldorf School has 237 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Newcastle Waldorf School?
The nearest schools to Newcastle Waldorf School are Glendale East Public School (0.4 km), Macquarie College (0.4 km), Holy Cross Primary School (1.1 km).
Where is Newcastle Waldorf School located?
Newcastle Waldorf School is located in Glendale, NSW 2285. Visit the school website at http://www.newcastlewaldorfschool.nsw.edu.au/.