St Paul's Grammar School
Christian
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
IB PYPAccreditations
St Paul’s Grammar School is an independent Christian Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 school located at the foot of the Blue Mountains, offering a dual-credential pathway through the NESA and International Baccalaureate curricula.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
St Paul’s is an independent Christian school that seeks to provide a holistic education, equipping learners to develop academically, personally, and spiritually. It employs an invitational philosophy regarding faith, encouraging students to critically engage with a Christian worldview and make their own informed decisions. The school emphasizes critical thinking and discernment over rote memorization, aligning with the International Baccalaureate learner profile.
Programmes
The school provides a seamless continuum of education from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. Its academic offering integrates the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA) curriculum with IB programmes. In the senior years, students have access to a dual-credential pathway involving the Higher School Certificate (HSC) and the IB Diploma.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains a dedicated Director of Students and Family Services and a Director of Learning Services to support student growth and academic development. The school also employs a chaplaincy and a house system as part of its wellbeing framework.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does St Paul's Grammar School offer?
- St Paul's Grammar School offers IB PYP, IB MYP and IB Diploma.
- What accreditations does St Paul's Grammar School hold?
- St Paul's Grammar School holds accreditations including IB.
- Is St Paul's Grammar School co-educational?
- St Paul's Grammar School is a co-ed school.
- Where is St Paul's Grammar School located?
- St Paul's Grammar School is an international school in Quakers Hill, Australia.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school welcomes applications for enrolment throughout the year, subject to availability. The six-step process includes booking a tour, submitting an online application with a fee, attending an enrolment interview, receiving an offer, accepting the offer, and commencing. For Pre-Kindergarten, children must be 4 years old by the end of April in their commencement year, and for Kindergarten, they must be 5 years old by the same date.
Calendar
The 2026 school year is divided into four terms. Term 1 runs from late January to early April, Term 2 from late April to late June, Term 3 from late July to late September, and Term 4 from mid-October to early December.
About the campus
Situated on 70 acres of native gardens and bushland at the foot of the Blue Mountains, the campus provides a natural environment for learning. The school features extensive facilities designed to support a holistic education, though specific building details are not listed.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a range of co-curricular academies and programmes, including the Dance Academy, Drama Academy, Music Academy, and Sport Academy. Additionally, students may participate in the RFS Cadets programme.
- Mr Ian WakePrincipal
Mr Wake began his teaching career in 1991 and joined St Paul’s as Principal in 2016. He is a science teacher who values the International Baccalaureate programme and is committed to presenting a Christian worldview within the school.
- Mrs Rachael Jamieson NewtonHead of Junior School
Mrs Newton has a strong understanding and passion for the International Baccalaureate and excellent teaching and learning. She has a deep connection with St Paul’s, having worked there previously from 2014 to 2021 before returning as Head of Junior School in 2026.
- Mrs Fiona WrightDirector of Students and Family Services
Mrs Wright has served in Christian education with a deep sense of calling and purpose, including 26 years at Penrith Anglican College. Her passion lies in helping young people know and value themselves so they can make a positive impact in the world.
- Mr Antony MayrhoferDirector of Learning Services
Mr Mayrhofer has held various roles at St Paul’s, including Head of Department (Science) and Director of International Relations. He has worked extensively with NESA and the IB Organisation in developing curriculum and is currently the Secretary of IB Schools Australasia.
- Mrs Leanne McLeanDirector of Professional Growth
Mrs McLean is passionate about staff growth and believes people are one of the most important assets of a school. She previously served as Head of Department (Design) at St Paul’s and is currently working towards her Educational Doctorate.
- Mr Gavin RileyDirector of Business and Finance
Mr Riley has responsibility for all financial operations and oversight of support and maintenance staff, and also serves as Company Secretary. He has worked in the Independent School sector since 2010 and previously spent nearly 20 years in professional accounting firms.
- Mrs Julie McDonoughDirector of Community Engagement
Mrs McDonough returned to teaching at St Paul’s as a Mathematics teacher after experiencing the school culture as a parent. She later served as Homestay Coordinator and ISP Coordinator before taking on her current role overseeing marketing, public relations, and events.