Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus
Engaging Students In Their Future.
About the school
Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus provides quality learning experiences for Year 11 and 12 students, preparing them for the Higher School Certificate (HSC). The school focuses on achieving great academic results while also fostering social, cultural, sporting, and vocational outcomes. As a proud member of the Callaghan Collegiate and Education Pathways community, the campus offers a broad curriculum designed to promote academic excellence and enrich students' lives post-graduation.
Core Values
The school's learning environment is built on the core values of responsibility and relationships, creating a vibrant community for young adults. Facilities are modern, supporting technology-enhanced teaching and learning. Students aspiring to attend university can access a full range of academic courses, along with excellent support programs aimed at aiding their post-school ambitions.
Vocational Education
As the lead school in the Newcastle Trade Training Centre, Jesmond Senior Campus prioritises vocational education, helping students build confidence and independence through tailored learning experiences that promote work readiness. The school has received accolades such as the Hunter Region Training Awards for excellence in vocational training, recognising its commitment to preparing students for their future careers.
Support Services
A strong welfare network underpins the school's commitment to student success. Through collaborations with various agencies, students can access valuable support services. Additionally, effective special education programs ensure smooth transitions to post-school opportunities. Programs like 'I Time' help tailor personal learning plans to engage students academically and socially.
Community Engagement
The school has robust community partnerships, engaging actively in events like the internationally recognised Surfest. A strong focus on Aboriginal education and support for international and refugee students further enrich the school's diverse environment, fostering a sense of inclusivity.
Mission
Together, we help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Part of Callaghan College
One of 3 campuses that make up this college:
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Wallsend Campus
- 7-10
- Co-ed
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Waratah Campus
- 7-10
- Co-ed
Location & Catchment Area
- Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Connected campus: Wallsend Campus 2.7 km
- B Connected campus: Waratah Campus 3.1 km
- C Heaton Public School 180 m
- D Jesmond Public School 330 m
- E Lambton Public School 1.4 km
- F Waratah West Public School 1.9 km
- G Shortland Public School 2.2 km
- H John Hunter Hospital School 2.3 km
- I Newcastle Middle School 2.4 km
- J Wallsend Public School 2.4 km
- K Waratah Public School 2.5 km
- L Plattsburg Public School 2.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 659 (332 girls, 327 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 646.9
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 980 (percentile 38)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 38% / 31% / 20% / 11%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 111
- Indigenous students
- 12%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 24%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 65.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 17.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 11 | 345 |
| Year 12 | 314 |
| Total | 659 |
Year by year
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 659 | 332 | 327 | 980 | 65.5 |
| 2024 | 677 | 350 | 327 | 975 | 67.3 |
| 2023 | 624 | 313 | 311 | 970 | 61.8 |
| 2022 | 628 | 303 | 325 | 971 | 58.4 |
| 2021 | 612 | 324 | 288 | 978 | 56.9 |
| 2020 | 618 | 322 | 296 | 980 | 55.3 |
| 2019 | 612 | 301 | 311 | 974 | 54.5 |
| 2018 | 644 | 324 | 320 | 967 | 55.5 |
| 2017 | 727 | 356 | 371 | - | 63 |
| 2016 | 756 | 360 | 396 | - | 61 |
| 2015 | 735 | 361 | 374 | - | 56.6 |
| 2014 | 702 | 369 | 333 | - | 58.3 |
| 2013 | 678 | 349 | 329 | - | 60.6 |
| 2012 | 700 | 349 | 351 | 955 | 61.5 |
| 2011 | 696 | 353 | 343 | 960 | 62.1 |
| 2010 | 673 | 366 | 307 | 967 | 59.3 |
| 2009 | 645 | 365 | 280 | 1002 | 58.7 |
| 2008 | 625 | 327 | 298 | 1002 | 58.8 |