St Patrick’s Primary School, Tongala VIC
Gender
Co-Ed
Years
Prep-6
Enrolments
104
Established: 1959
Principal: Jackie Stockdale
Address: Mangan Street, Tongala 3621
Key Information
Staff
12 Teaching
6 Non Teaching
Fees
See Website (Primary)
Languages
Italian
About our school
St Patrick’s is a Catholic School Community, committed to the Values of Strength and Kindliness in the spirit of the Brigidine tradition.
St Patrick’s is a learning community where we work together to create an environment that encourages us to play, explore, wonder, discover, dream, grow, question and learn.
The learning at St Patrick’s builds on the knowledge your child has attained to date and strives to improve and develop learning.
Principal's Message
Our school is dedicated to ensuring that your child develops socially, emotionally, physically, spiritually and intellectually.
We are committed to providing for the individual needs of students, recognising that each child is unique.
St Patrick’s has a dedicated, caring staff who work together as a team, nurturing potential in each and every student.
We encourage families to be active participants in school life. Your child and their development is important to us.
We are proud of our school community and we welcome you to be a part of it.
Jackie Stockdale – Principal
Quick Facts
- St Patrick’s Primary School Tongala was founded in 1959 and has been serving the local community for over 60 years.
- The school is grounded in the Brigidine tradition, embracing the values of strength and kindliness in everyday school life.
- It focuses on educating the whole child by supporting students spiritually, socially, emotionally and academically.
- The school features modern and flexible learning spaces designed to support collaboration, creativity and student wellbeing.
- As a small rural school, it offers a close-knit community where students are well known and supported as individuals.
- Students regularly participate in community events and celebrations, strengthening ties with the wider Tongala community.
- The school celebrates St Patrick’s Day each year, honouring its patron saint and Catholic heritage.
- While proudly Catholic, the school welcomes families from a range of backgrounds who support its values and mission.
- It offers a transition program for new and Foundation students to help them feel confident and prepared for school.
- Strong partnerships between staff, students and families are central to the school’s culture and ongoing success.
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