Getting Children into the School

How do I get my children into the
Catholic School?




St Francis' School

St Francis' School, like any other Integrated School in New Zealand, has "preference" and "non-preference" students. This simply means that the Government and Bishops have agreed that the Catholic character of the school is safeguarded by not being flooded with students who are non-catholics.

If you are not a Catholic but wish your child to attend St Francis' School, then contact the Principal (Mrs Vivienne Lander) and she will tell you what the process is.

If you are a Catholic, contact Mrs Lander as well, and you will have to get a preference card signed by the priest.




Mrs Vivienne Lander - Principal
St Francis' School
Mackay Street
THAMES 2801.

Phone: (07) 868-7655
Fax: (07) 868-7841.

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