Padua College

Kedron, Queensland · Catholic · Boys · Year 5 to Year 12

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Trusted tier

a well regarded tier reflecting consistent and reliable overall performance

Trusted tier

S360 score: 71.5%

Padua College is a boys', Catholic, Large school from Year 5 to Year 12 in Kedron, Queensland. It sits in the Trusted tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Leading tier. It ranks 11th among Catholic boys schools in Queensland.

Schools360 scoring overview

The ▾ marker on each bar shows the national median: the middle score among every Australian school Schools360 has assessed.

Academic Excellence39 / 60 (65.0%)Trusted

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing45 / 60 (75.0%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities44 / 60 (73.3%)Leading

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment45 / 60 (75.0%)Leading

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence43 / 60 (71.7%)Trusted

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1014 / 20Trusted

Current and previous years NAPLAN test scores assessing academic proficiency for students in years 7 to 10.

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1213 / 20Trusted

Measures of academic achievement, including median ATAR scores and VCE, HSC or equivalent results.

University Outcomes and Pathways12 / 20Highly Capable

Evaluates students' progress, entry into top-tier universities, postgraduate study, and alumni success.

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing16 / 20Distinguished

Focuses on promoting students' physical, mental and emotional health, anti-bullying and school diversity.

Student Support15 / 20Leading

Examines support systems such as learning assistance, mentorship, pastoral care and inclusive education.

Personal Development14 / 20Trusted

Tracks initiatives fostering leadership, career readiness, independence, social justice and outdoor education.

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum15 / 20Leading

Assesses the diversity and quality of the academic curriculum, including specialised subjects and STEM.

Sports15 / 20Leading

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture14 / 20Trusted

Measures the quality and achievements in visual arts, music, drama and artistic progression.

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff14 / 20Trusted

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates campus quality, library, modern learning spaces, and open and green spaces for recreation and learning.

Technology and Innovation15 / 20Leading

Examines the integration of technology, device accessibility, innovative tools and digital literacy initiatives.

Institutional Excellence

School Governance15 / 20Leading

Focuses on the vision, strategy, parent involvement, transparency and communication in school governance.

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections14 / 20Trusted

Considers school history, recognition, community engagement, alumni network and school impact.

Sustainability14 / 20Trusted

Examines the school's commitment, strategy, reporting and practices related to environmental sustainability.

Key information

Affiliation
Catholic
Year range
Year 5 to Year 12
Gender
Boys
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,528
Student:teacher ratio
13.6:1
Location
Kedron, Queensland
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1117117 above the national average

ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of a school’s student population — the occupation and education of families, the school’s geographic location, and the proportion of Indigenous students it enrols. It is not a measure of school quality or performance. The national average is 1000.

Source: ACARA My School. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

NAPLAN

Each score below is shown against the national average — Schools360’s own calculation across the private and independent schools in this dataset with a result at that year level and domain, not a figure ACARA itself publishes, and not every Australian school ACARA tracks. It rests on a single year’s cohort, not a stable multi-year pattern.

2025 NAPLAN results

  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    519(-2)
    Writing
    503(-5)
    Spelling
    494(-16)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    527(-5)
    Numeracy
    524(0)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    575(+9)
    Writing
    575(+6)
    Spelling
    557(-3)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    587(+18)
    Numeracy
    592(+16)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    600(+4)
    Writing
    619(+8)
    Spelling
    588(+2)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    602(+8)
    Numeracy
    621(+16)

Source: ACARA My School, 2025. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

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Common questions

What year levels does Padua College teach?

Padua College teaches Year 5 to Year 12.

Is Padua College a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Padua College is a Boys school.

What sector is Padua College in?

Padua College is classified as Catholic.

Does Padua College offer boarding?

No, Padua College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Padua College?

Padua College has 1,528 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Padua College?

Padua College's student to teacher ratio is 13.6 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Padua College sit in?

Padua College sits in the Trusted tier, a well regarded tier reflecting consistent and reliable overall performance.

What is Padua College's strongest area on Schools360?

Padua College's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Leading tier.

Where does Padua College rank?

Padua College ranks 11th among Catholic boys schools in Queensland.

Where is Padua College located?

Padua College is located in Kedron, Queensland.