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Thank you for considering Clairvaux MacKillop College for your child’s secondary education. We understand that starting secondary school is an exciting milestone for your family. We look forward to helping make the transition as smooth and positive as possible. We invite you to book a tour or enrol today:

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Enrolments open for 2026 to 2030

Clairvaux MacKillop College is recognised as one of Australia’s most progressive and high-achieving schools. The College is among a select group of schools nationwide to be named one of The Educator’s 5-Star Best Schools in both 2025 and 2026. It has also been recognised as a 5-Star Innovative School, complemented by recent Australian Education Awards acknowledging excellence in STEM education, co-curricular programs and teaching.

The College was recently featured live on the Today Morning Show, showcasing to a national audience the outstanding opportunities, experiences and achievements that distinguish Clairvaux MacKillop College as a leading educational community.

Further reinforcing its reputation for excellence, The Courier-Mail has recognised Clairvaux MacKillop College as one of Queensland’s Top 50 Affordable Quality Private Schools, recognising the College’s commitment to delivering exceptional educational outcomes while remaining accessible for families.

2027 Year 7 Parent Information Handbook (PDF 9.7MB)

 

Application Process

Frequently Asked Questions

Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions you'll make for your child. While every school offers learning opportunities, Catholic schools provide an education that nurtures the whole child academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

At our school, your child will be known, valued and supported as an individual. We strive to create a welcoming community where students feel a sense of belonging, develop strong relationships and are encouraged to become their very best version of themselves.

Catholic education is grounded in values such as compassion, respect, service, inclusion and justice. These values are woven through everyday school life, helping students grow into confident young people who care for others and make a positive contribution to their community.

We encourage families to submit an enrolment application as early as possible. Our College accepts applications from students currently in Year 3 onwards, for entry into Year 7.

We welcome enquiries at any time and encourage families to connect with us early to learn more about our College community and enrolment process.

Enrolment offers for Year 7 are made during Terms 2 and 3 of Year 5. At times, the number of applications we receive may be greater than the places available. If this happens, your application may be placed on our waitlist and we will keep you informed should a place become available.

While Clairvaux MacKillop College is a Catholic school, we are open to all families seeking a faith-based education in a welcoming and inclusive community. We celebrate the diversity of the families we serve and invite everyone to participate in and support the Catholic traditions, beliefs and values that guide our schools and enrich the educational experience of every student. Children who are baptised Catholic are given priority of enrolment at Brisbane Catholic Education schools.

If your child is placed on a waitlist, you will be kept informed throughout the enrolment process. If an availability arises, families will be contacted and offered a place where possible.

Absolutely! In fact, the best way to know whether our school is the right fit for your family is to experience it for yourself.

Experience Clairvaux MacKillop College through a College Tour or Small Group Principal’s Tour. Meet our staff, explore our facilities and learning spaces, and gain valuable insight into the opportunities available to students. It is an excellent opportunity to learn more about our College community and the distinctive educational experience we offer.

Visit our College Tour Registration page to find out more.

We look forward to welcoming you and helping you discover whether our school is the right fit for your family.

We welcome students and families who share in the values and ethos of a Catholic education. Each application we receive is assessed on its merit however where limited availability exists, priority may be given to:

  • Students from Catholic families who are baptised or have a demonstrated commitment to the faith within their Parish community
  • A sibling of a current or past student of the school
  • A current student of another BCE Catholic school, other Catholic schools or Kindergartens managed by Catholic Early EdCare

Families are encouraged to review the BCE Enrolment Policy before submitting an application.

We are committed to supporting every student to thrive. Our specialist support staff work closely with families to understand each child's individual needs and, where required, develop personalised learning plans and programs that support their learning, wellbeing and success throughout their educational journey.

We believe every child deserves access to a high-quality education. We are committed to keeping our school fees affordable so more families can benefit from a Catholic education, regardless of their circumstances. You can learn more about fee assistance, family and sibling discounts, estimate your school fees, and find answers to common questions by visiting our Fee and Payment Policy page.

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