PROUDLY PART OF THE COMMUNITY OF 
OUR STORY
Established by the Sisters of Charity in 1901, St Canice’s has been nestled in the Blue Mountains for over 100 years. We are a Kindergarten – Year 6 co-educational primary school that serves the communities of Katoomba, Leura, Wentworth Falls, Medlow Bath, Blackheath and Mt Victoria.
Our school is a welcoming, safe and innovative learning community for local students and their families. Enrolling at St Canice's is a chance for your family to be part of our story too! More...
Principal’s welcome
St Canice’s is an integral part of our local community, and I am proud to be leading the school in continuing its mission to help students to love selflessly, to live responsibly and to learn purposefully. More...
We are excited to welcome families FEE FREE* from 2026
Enquiries and enrolment applications for all grades are welcome any time of the year, although the main enrolment period is between March and May in the year before your child will start at our school. Learn more about fee-free* schooling in 2026 on our School Fees page.
OUR STORY
Learn more about our school
Our passionate and dedicated educators
Our facilities
Extracurricular opportunities
VIRTUAL SCHOOL TOUR
Our virtual tour is a great way to see our school’s learning spaces and facilities at your convenience.
VIRTUAL SCHOOL TOUR
WHAT'S ON More news
20 Jun 2025
From Facebook
Kindy are in the process of creating their first original piece of music. They began by decided on the rhythms for each percussion part, and now they are busily practicing their own bar, in preparation for all parts playing at the same time. Exciting! #stcaniceskatoombamusic #stcaniceskatoomba💙🩵 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #stcaniceskatoombapercussion🥁 #LOVEWHEREYOULEARN #LoveWhereYouLearn
20 Jun 2025
From Facebook
Kindy have been working on their listening skills during their music lessons. They enjoyed listening to the orchestral version of Prokofiev’s, Peter and The Wolf, and they were able to name the instruments that each character was represented by. Currently, they are listening to Tchaikovsky’s interpretation of Sleeping Beauty. After listening to the Opening March, they described what was happening in the story, as well as how the opening piece made them feel with some wonderfully descriptive words. #stcaniceskatoombamusic #stcaniceskatoomba💙🩵 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #LOVEWHEREYOULEARN #MusicAppreciation #listening #SleepingBeauty #PeterAndTheWolf #peterandthewolf
19 Jun 2025
From Facebook
Thank you Taleishah from CSPD's Jarara Team for visiting Kindy today! The students learnt that symbols carry meaning and can be used to tell a story. They listened to an inspiring book read aloud followed by carefully choosing symbols to construct their own stories on boomerangs. The students then listened to each others stories being spoken and shared with great care and respect. Well done Kindy and THANK YOU Jarara!
17 Jun 2025
From Facebook
16 Jun 2025
From Facebook
⚽️ Stage 3 Futsal Gala Day⚽️ Congratulations to our Stage 3 students who represented St Canice’s at the Futsal Gala Day held at the Katoomba Aquatic Centre. A special mention to Cora, who was awarded Player of the Day for St Canice’s – a fantastic achievement! 👏🎉 All students demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship and proudly represented our school.
07 Jun 2025
From Facebook
We love Brekky Club at St Canice's! Thank you to all of the helpers who make it happen!
04 Jun 2025
From Facebook
'Reconciliation' is just a word. It's what we DO that matters. Today Kindy were so lucky to have Taleishah from CSPD's Jarara Indigenous team visit to learn about our stories and the stories of others that are a part of our heritage. Look at their beautiful birds with many colours that came from the Dreaming story Taleishah shared. Thank you Jarara!
04 Jun 2025
From Facebook
Parents and Carers, don't forget to join us for our Pentecost liturgy this afternoon. Pentecost celebrates the beginning of our Church and the gift of the Holy Spirit. See the poster for details.
03 Jun 2025
From Facebook
🌧️⛅ The 2025 St Canice's Athletics Carnival Highlights! 🏃♀️🏅 The show must go on! 💪✨ Our students brought the sunshine with their incredible energy, sportsmanship, and team spirit. From thrilling races to inspiring perseverance, we saw outstanding effort from every participant. 💙💛 A huge thank you to our dedicated staff, volunteers, and families who kept the day running smoothly ☔👏 Let’s hear it for our champions, our cheer squads, and every child who gave it their all. You made us proud! 🙌🎉 #StCanicesSpirit #RainOrShine #AthleticsCarnival2025 #ProudCommunity
29 May 2025
From Facebook
🌟 At St Canice’s Primary School, It’s Our Educators Who Make the Difference! 🌟 Students at St Canice’s Primary in Katoomba learn from a team of professional, supportive, and passionate educators who are committed to every child’s success. 👩🏫 Our educators are highly skilled and dedicated to providing the best learning opportunities for each student. 📚 We back this commitment with an extensive professional development program, ensuring our teaching practices stay innovative, effective, and future-focused. At St Canice’s, your child will receive a high-quality education that prepares them for whatever lies ahead — in learning and in life. 🌱 🎓 It’s the quality of our educators that makes all the difference. 📞 Want to know more? Contact us today or book a tour to see for yourself! https://www.stcaniceskatoomba.catholic.edu.au/about/dedicated-teachers #StCanicesKatoomba #TeachersMakeTheDifference #QualityEducation #CatholicPrimarySchool #KatoombaSchools #BlueMountainsEducation #EnrolNow
27 May 2025
From Facebook
Today marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week (27 May–3 June). This is a significant time for all Australians to reflect on our shared history and take meaningful steps toward a more just, equitable, and reconciled country. This year’s theme, “Bridging Now to Next”, urges us to look ahead and continue the push forward as past lessons guide us. In this year’s National Reconciliation Week artwork, created by Kalkadoon woman Bree Buttenshaw, native plants, known for regenerating after fire and thriving through adversity, symbolise our collective strength and the possibilities of renewal. This is a time for growth, reflection, and commitment to walking together. Australia’s history of reconciliation is not a linear one but one that includes both great strides and disappointing setbacks. At StCanice's, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and we recognise the enduring connection that First Nations peoples have to Country, community, and culture.
PARENT AREA
Volunteer Training
As part of our commitment to keeping students safe, all volunteers and contractors are required to complete the building child safe communities undertaking form and child protection training module.
Compass Parent Portal
Compass is our primary parent communication tool for day-to-day updates, upcoming events, and important notifications so it is essential that all parents download the app.
School Uniform
Students are required to wear their full uniform, especially when representing the school at sport or for any other purpose. Parents and carers are encouraged to learn about our school uniform guidelines.
Canteen Service
An external canteen company promotes healthy, homemade meals available for online order and delivers to the school twice a week (Monday & Friday)
