St Joseph’s Primary School, Crib Point VIC

Gender

Co-Ed

Years

Prep-6

Enrolments

203

Established: 1927

Principal: Mrs Gab Espenschied

Address: 17 Martin Street, Crib Point 3919

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Key Information

Staff

24 Teaching

17 Non Teaching

Fees

See Website (Primary)

Languages

Indonesian

About our school

St Joseph’s School is situated on the Mornington Peninsula and belongs to the Parish of Western Port. Enrolments are drawn from Crib Point, Bittern, Somers, Balnarring, Shoreham, Point Leo and the HMAS Cerberus community. St Joseph’s is the closest school to HMAS Cerberus Naval Base and approximately 30–40 % of our enrolment comes from Defence Force families.

The school is set on 2.5 hectares of prime land. The spacious grounds include a sports oval, outdoor learning areas, extensive adventure playgrounds and many shaded areas in a beautiful bush setting. Our school is adjacent to the Crib Point swimming pool, tennis courts and football oval and we are fortunate to have ready access to these facilities.

Open Days/School Tours
Please call the school for a personalised tour by either one of our leadership team or grade 5/6 students on (03) 59839374

Principal's Message

A very warm welcome to St Joseph’s. As Principal, I am immensely proud to lead a school community where our Christian ethos is at the heart of everything we do—lived daily through our kindness, our service, and our connection to one another.

At St Joseph’s, we believe that a child who feels safe, known, and valued is a child who is ready to learn. Our commitment to educating the whole child means we place equal value on academic excellence and social-emotional wellbeing. Whether our students are mastering literacy or numeracy in our modern classrooms, harvesting produce from our kitchen garden, or serving the community through our student-run cafe, they are developing the resilience and real-world skills they need to thrive.

We are particularly proud of our deep connection to the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Through our signature ‘Sea is Our Best Friend’ program, our students step out of the classroom and onto the beach, working alongside experts to become scientists and stewards of our local environment.

From our Prep students and their Year 6 buddies to our graduating seniors, every child at St Joseph’s is encouraged to find their voice and lead with heart.

I invite you to join our vibrant community and discover what makes our school such a special place to grow and learn.

Gab Espenschied – Principal

Quick Facts

Faith & Community: We aim to foster an environment where the Catholic faith is celebrated, communicated and lived in a spirit of respect for the dignity of each person.
Wholistic Development: We are deeply committed to educating the ‘whole child.’ Student wellbeing is not just a priority; it is the foundation upon which all academic success is built.
Modern Learning Spaces: Students thrive in contemporary, flexible learning environments, including a sophisticated Library and Technology hub designed to inspire curiosity and collaboration.
Specialist Excellence: We offer a diverse specialist suite including Visual Arts, Performing Arts, STEM, Physical Education, and Indonesian (LOTE), allowing students to discover and refine their unique talents.
Targeted Literacy & Numeracy: Through the Vison for Instruction model, our tailored support and enrichment programs are embedded at every year level, ensuring that every student’s learning journey is personalised and scaffolded.
Inclusive Education: Our teaching practice is data-driven and responsive, catering to diverse learning needs through differentiated instruction and evidence-based interventions.
Active Healthy Living: A robust sporting culture provides students with pathways to compete in swimming, athletics, and cross-country, alongside a comprehensive inter-school sports program within the Westernport region.
Resilience & Wellbeing: Through our Positive Behaviour framework and dedicated SEL initiatives, we empower students with the social-emotional tools needed for lifelong learning and resilience.
Mentorship & Connection: Our Prep/Year 6 Buddy Program fosters a sense of belonging from day one, ensuring our youngest learners feel safe while our seniors develop empathy and responsibility.
Practical Life Skills: Through our student-run cafe and kitchen garden, students gain real-world experience in sustainability, hospitality, and entrepreneurship, moving from “seed to table” in a meaningful way.
The ‘Sea is Our Best Friend’ Program: Leveraging our unique coastal location, students regularly engage in immersive beach-based learning. By collaborating with environmental experts, they deepen their scientific understanding and participate in authentic service projects to protect and preserve our local ecosystem.
Senior Leadership: Beyond the classroom, senior students are provided with diverse leadership opportunities, empowering them to act as stewards of the school’s values and active contributors to the Crib Point community.