Supporting families for more than 160 years

Catholic education has been part of the Ipswich community since 1863, when St Mary’s Primary School first opened its doors. From those early beginnings, Catholic education has thrived, with the region now boasting 11 schools stretching from Goodna to Rosewood. For more than four generations, Brisbane Catholic Educations schools in Ipswich have provided high‑quality learning in welcoming, close‑knit school communities, where every student is supported to achieve their best.

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4 Jun 2026

A place to belong

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