Enrolment Process

Enrolment information for parents seeking enrolment at Marcellin College

1. Preference Enrolment

State integrated schools select preference students based on the following:

a. Determining Preference

The agent responsible for determining preference is the Parish Priest or a designated agent of the Bishop, who may sign the certificate on their behalf.

b. Criteria for Preference of Enrolment in Integrated Catholic Schools

• The child has been baptised or is being prepared for baptism in the Catholic Church (5.1)
• The child’s parents or guardians have already had one or more of their siblings baptised in the Catholic faith (5.2)
• At least one parent or guardian is Catholic, and although the child has not yet been baptised, their participation in the life of the school could lead to baptism (5.3)
• With agreement from the parent or guardian, a significant family member (such as a grandparent, aunt, or uncle) actively supports the child’s formation in the Catholic faith (5.4)
• One or both non-Catholic parents or guardians are preparing to become Catholic (5.5)

2. Non-Preference Enrolment

a. Availability

The school roll is currently at 85% of its maximum capacity, with no non-preference places available at this time.

b. Non-Preference Criteria

• Applicants accept the special character of the school and agree to participate in its programme
• Applicants agree to pay attendance dues set by the Proprietor (these are not voluntary)

c. Additional Considerations

• • Siblings of existing non-preference students may be considered

• Applicants who cannot be enrolled immediately may join a waiting list, which is managed by date and application order. Families will be contacted if places become available