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Welcome to St Paul’s Catholic Secondary College!

St Paul's College, Kempsey, was established in 1965 following strong advocacy from the local clergy and parishioners to provide the opportunity for students to experience an engaging Catholic educational experience. The College is now established as a leading 21st-century Catholic school serving the needs of the Macleay and Nambucca valleys, catering for students from all faith backgrounds founded in the teachings of Christ.

St Paul's offers a unique variety of academic offerings with tremendous recent success. The College has scored two first placings in the state in the past few years in Investigating Science and Primary Industries. The unique curriculum offerings at the College provide HSC students with the opportunity to study from Extension II levels through to one of five VET Stage 6 subjects, providing the full scope of an academic pattern of study.

While the College enjoys an enviable academic reputation, with students achieving the highest ATAR scores in the area, we are also focused on preparing students for the workplace through our unique HSC Certificate II courses and Stage 5 work experience program built on a strong partnership with local employers.

St Paul's College supports a school community where the advocacy of each student is central based on foundational Catholic values. The College employs a wonderful staff who provide their own personal and authentic witness of faith through their genuine care of all students.

The College presents outstanding facilities that allow our students to explore their own particular gifts in spiritual, academic, cultural, social and creative fields. The College motto 'Let your light shine' captures the belief that everyone in our community brings their own talents which we must support and nuture.

Geoff Melville
Principal