Canterbury College
Canterbury College is an independent combined school in Waterford, QLD offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1076, it sits in the 77th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,502 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 3% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 32% have a language background other than English.
Waterford QLD 4133. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Canterbury College compares
By ICSEA, Canterbury College ranks 83rd of the 329 combined schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. There is no other combined school within 5 km. The nearest school is Waterford State School, a government primary school 1.4 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. Canterbury College scores 1076, above average.
Enrolment and location
Canterbury College 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 Canterbury College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Canterbury College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford State SchoolGovernment Primary · Waterford | 1.4 km | 955 | 121 lower | 532 |
| Bethania Lutheran Primary SchoolIndependent Primary · Bethania | 1.9 km | 1043 | 33 lower | 353 |
| Edens Landing State SchoolGovernment Primary · Edens Landing | 2.1 km | 968 | 108 lower | 776 |
| Waterford West State SchoolGovernment Primary · Waterford West | 2.6 km | 918 | 158 lower | 755 |
| Logan Reserve State SchoolGovernment Primary · Logan Reserve | 3.4 km | 970 | 106 lower | 660 |
| Loganlea State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Loganlea | 3.9 km | 930 | 146 lower | 928 |
| Loganholme State SchoolGovernment Primary · Loganholme | 4.0 km | 967 | 109 lower | 507 |
| Marsden State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Waterford West | 4.5 km | 943 | 133 lower | 3,857 |
| Ohana CollegeIndependent Secondary · Meadowbrook | 5.0 km | 964 | 112 lower | 237 |
| Marsden State SchoolGovernment Primary · Marsden | 5.2 km | 929 | 147 lower | 1,411 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Canterbury College a government school?
No, Canterbury College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Canterbury College offer?
Canterbury College offers Prep-12.
What is Canterbury College's ICSEA score?
Canterbury College has an ICSEA score of 1076, placing it in the 77th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Canterbury College?
Canterbury College has 1,502 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Canterbury College?
The nearest schools to Canterbury College are Waterford State School (1.4 km), Bethania Lutheran Primary School (1.9 km), Edens Landing State School (2.1 km).
Where is Canterbury College located?
Canterbury College is located in Waterford, QLD 4133. Visit the school website at http://www.canterbury.qld.edu.au/.