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St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College
Catholic Edmund Rice boys' primary school in Indooroopilly, Brisbane. Founded 1932.
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St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College is a catholic (christian brothers) boys private school based in Indooroopilly, Brisbane. ICSEA 1138 (Australian median is 1000). Catholic Edmund Rice boys' primary school in Indooroopilly, Brisbane. Founded 1932.
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Key takeaways
- St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College is a Catholic (Christian Brothers) school in Indooroopilly, Brisbane (boys).
- ICSEA score: 1138 (the Australian median is 1000; well above median).
- 2026 fees on application.
- Day school only.
- Founded in 1932.
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St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College's NAPLAN benchmark
2025 national + state means for Year 9 — the benchmark to compare against St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College's individual school result on MySchool.
National Y9 Reading
567.7
2025 mean (all students)
Q state mean
555
Queensland Y9 Reading mean
National Y9 Numeracy
572.6
2025 mean (all students)
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Indooroopilly, Brisbane, Australia.
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What are St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College's 2026 fees?
St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College's 2026 fee schedule is published on the school site. Fees typically index 3.5–6% annually — model 6-year totals using our calculator before committing. Additional levies (technology, camps, uniform, capital) usually add 8–15% on top of the headline tuition.
What is St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College's ICSEA score?
St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College has an ICSEA score of 1138. The Australian median is 1000; ICSEA measures the socio-educational advantage of the parent community (not academic value-add). Schools at 1150+ are top decile nationally. ICSEA is published by ACARA on MySchool and updated each calendar year.
Does St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College offer boarding?
St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College is a day school. For boarding alternatives in Brisbane, see our city ranking.
Where is St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College based?
St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College is primarily based in Brisbane, Australia, and serves clients across Brisbane and surrounding areas. Check with the provider directly for specific service-area coverage.
What are the alternatives to St Joseph's Nudgee Junior College?
Our independent ranking of the top private schools in Australia includes Melbourne Grammar School, Scotch College, Wesley College. Each has different strengths — see our comparison for a side-by-side breakdown.
How much do private schools cost in Australia in 2026?
Elite independent schools (Geelong Grammar, Sydney Grammar, Scotch College, Methodist Ladies' College): $42,000-$55,000/year for Year 12. Mid-tier independents: $25,000-$38,000/year. Catholic systemic schools: $4,000-$10,000/year. Boarding adds $25,000-$45,000 on top. Year 7-9 fees typically 30-40% lower than Year 12. Total K-12 cost: $400,000-$650,000 for elite schools, $40,000-$120,000 for Catholic systemic. Add $5,000-$15,000/year for uniforms, IT, camps, music tuition.
When should I apply for a private school?
Elite schools (Scotch, Geelong Grammar, Sydney Grammar): apply at birth or before age 2 for Year 7 entry. Waiting lists at top schools are 1,000+ children. Mid-tier independents: apply 2-4 years before entry year. Catholic systemic: 12-24 months before entry year. Most competitive entry points: Reception (limited places open most spots), Year 7 (start of secondary, biggest intake), Year 11 (VCE/HSC start). Apply to 4-8 schools simultaneously to maximise options.
What's ICSEA and how does it relate to school quality?
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-economic background of a school's community. Average is 1000. Elite private schools typically score 1180-1230. ICSEA correlates strongly with academic outcomes, but it measures family advantage, not school teaching quality. To assess teaching quality, look at "value-added" data (how much the school improves students above their starting point), Education Department websites publish this. A school with ICSEA 1200 should produce strong results; a school with ICSEA 1100 producing strong results is doing more impressive teaching.
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