Key Information
Staff
16 Teaching
16 Non Teaching
Fees
See Website (Primary)
Languages
Indonesian
About our school
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School, located in Wanguri since 1979, is a Catholic community in Darwin’s northern suburbs committed to supporting each child’s academic, personal, and spiritual development. With an enrolment of approximately 235 students from Transition through to Year 6, it is a close-knit, co-educational school offering an educational experience that includes an on-site Early Learning Centre for children aged 3–5 years.
The Early Learning Centre ensures a smooth transition into primary education, instilling confidence and a love of learning from an early age. The school fosters a supportive atmosphere where students thrive through collaborative partnerships among families, educators, and the wider community.
Holy Spirit provides a diverse and inclusive learning experience tailored to meet the developmental needs of each child. Students are encouraged to explore their talents and interests in specialist teaching areas such as Indonesian language, The Arts, and Physical Education, along with a range of extracurricular activities including interschool and school-based sporting events, academic competitions, and instrumental programmes. Every day is an invitation to connect, create, and celebrate belonging, cultivating a passion for learning that extends beyond the classroom.
To assist busy families, the school offers Out of Hours School Care, ensuring a safe and nurturing space for students.
Every child is considered a blessing at Holy Spirit, full of potential to live, love, and grow. The school proudly offers a holistic education that prepares children for life, grounded in faith and community through collaborative partnerships for lifelong learning.
Join this diverse, inclusive family—rooted in Catholic tradition—and watch your child flourish in faith and discovery. Enrol today.
Principal's Message
On behalf of the staff and students, I extend a warm welcome to our school community. Our school is committed to developing the fundamental value of each person. Through sharing and living the Catholic Story and tradition, we foster learning that enables students, families, school and community to engage in a collaborative partnership for a life-long journey of education.
Holy Spirit offers families an educational experience which includes an early learning centre for children aged 3-5 years. We have an enrolment of approximately 235 students from Transition through to Year 6. Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School is located in Wanguri in the northern suburbs of Darwin. It is established on spacious grounds in a tropical setting.
Holy Spirit provides specialist teaching in Indonesian language, The Arts and Physical Education. A range of extracurricular activities is offered to students including interschool and school-based sporting events, academic competitions, instrumental programmes and community activities.
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School works closely with our parish and is fortunate to have a deeply committed Parents and Friends Committee and School Board who are actively involved in strategic and school improvement planning.
We strive to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and we look forward to working with you to achieve this.
Please call our front office to make an appointment if you would like to come and see our wonderful school.
Mrs. Paula Sellars – Principal
Quick Facts
- The school nurtures each child’s spiritual growth by fostering a Christian environment that permeates all aspects of school life, drawing on students’ life experiences to provide meaningful faith development and opportunities for spiritual growth in partnership with parents and the parish community.
- Our engaging curriculum delivers strong results in literacy, numeracy, and beyond, with small classes ensuring every child gets the attention they need to thrive.
- From sports and music to coding and eco-initiatives, we celebrate every child’s talents, creating a vibrant, inclusive community where everyone feels at home.
- With caring staff and a focus on well-being, the school keeps every child safe and supported, giving parents peace of mind.
