You are here:HomeAbout UsPrincipal's Welcome Principal's Welcome Welcome to St Francis Xavier Primary School, a vibrant Catholic learning community where every child is known, valued and supported to grow.At St Francis Xavier, we believe that every student is capable of learning, achieving and making a positive contribution to the world. We hold high expectations for learning, teaching and behaviour, and we work together to create classrooms where students are engaged, challenged and supported to do their very best. Our staff are committed to strong teaching practice, purposeful learning and the development of the whole child.We recognise parents and carers as a child’s first and most important educators. Strong partnerships between home and school are central to our community, and we value open communication, trust and collaboration as we work together to support each child’s learning, wellbeing and growth.As a Catholic school, our faith is at the heart of who we are. Our school motto, “Kids Who Care,” comes to life each day through the way we learn, lead and relate to one another. We place particular importance on the values of compassion, respect and hospitality, with respect sitting at the centre of a safe and positive school culture. We expect our students to respect themselves, others, their learning and their school environment.Our dedicated staff are passionate professionals who foster the Catholic ethos in all aspects of school life. They deliver the Australian Curriculum through learning experiences that are meaningful, engaging and responsive to student needs. We are committed to building strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, while also nurturing curiosity, creativity, confidence and a love of learning.St Francis Xavier is proud to offer students a wide range of opportunities to discover their strengths and talents. Alongside classroom learning, students are encouraged to participate in sporting, cultural, artistic, musical, coding, robotics and STEM opportunities, helping them to explore new interests and develop as confident, capable learners. Our school has a proud reputation within the Ipswich community. The spirit of our students, staff and families, together with our welcoming culture, makes St Francis Xavier a wonderful place to learn, grow and belong.At St Francis Xavier, we believe everyday matters. As St Francis Xavier reminds us, "What we do today is important because we are exchanging a day of our lives for it." This belief underpins our commitment to high expectations for learning, respectful relationships and ensuring that every child is supported to flourish academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. As Acting Principal, I am committed to leading a school where relationships matter, learning is valued, and every child is encouraged to flourish. I look forward to working in genuine partnership with families and staff as we continue to build a community where our students are known not only for what they achieve, but for how they care. We invite you to explore our website further and encourage you to contact us if you would like more information or to arrange a personalised tour of our school. Together in Faith and Learning, Ms Natalie Cullen Acting Principal © Brisbane Catholic Education, St Francis Xavier School (2026)