Holy Cross Primary School, New Gisborne VIC
Gender
Co-Ed
Years
Prep-6
Established: 1996
Principal: Eloise Meyer
Address: 158 Hamilton Road, New Gisborne 3438
Key Information
Staff
N/A
Fees
N/A
Languages
Japanese
About our school
Holy Cross Primary School, New Gisborne, was established in 1996 to accommodate the needs of Catholic education in the Parish of St Brigid’s, Gisborne. Holy Cross is a sister school to St Brigid’s Primary School in Gisborne. The Holy Cross site is five kilometres north of St Brigid’s and draws upon the populations of Macedon, Mt Macedon, Riddells Creek, parts of Gisborne and New Gisborne itself.
Holy Cross is located in the foothills of the Macedon Ranges in a rural environment. The view to Mt Macedon from Holy Cross is magnificent, especially after a snowfall, which is a common occurrence during the winter months. The Holy Cross site of twenty two acres provides large open spaces for both play areas and future growth.
It currently has 14 classrooms, an administration building, an olive grove, veggie garden, chickens, sheep and a fully operational vineyard.
Our children are at the centre of all that we do at Holy Cross and our community is committed to ensuring that each child feels safe, welcome and part of our family.
Holy Cross is a warm and welcoming school community. We have a strong vision and a commitment to a partnership of family, parish and school working together for our children’s education and wellbeing.
Our school has a strong emphasis on providing children with a wide variety of hands-on experiences, particularly through our Outdoor Education program.
Principal's Message
As the new Principal of Holy Cross Primary School, I’m proud to welcome you to a school where every child is known, valued, and supported to thrive.
Set on over 20 acres, Holy Cross offers space to grow both inside and out. Our unique outdoor education program includes highland cows, sheep, chickens and an award-winning vegetable garden. These rich, hands-on experiences spark curiosity, build responsibility and connect learning to the natural world. Bike riding during break times is a favourite among students and a great way to keep active, happy and engaged.
At Holy Cross, every child’s learning journey matters. We combine explicit teaching with strong wellbeing and academic support programs to ensure each student is given the opportunity to shine.
We’re a welcoming Catholic community, part of St Brigid’s Parish in Gisborne, uniquely placed to offer opportunities for spiritual growth. Our mission is to nurture not only strong learners, but kind, confident and compassionate young people ready to use their gifts not just for themselves, but for the world.
It is an absolute privilege to be part of this beautiful community, a truly unique place with room for everyone!
Eloise Meyer – Principal
