​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ENROL HERE AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Thank you for your interest in enrolling your child at St Martin's Catholic Primary School Carina.  St Martin's is a Prep to Year 6 school, forming part of the Brisbane Catholic Education community of schools.   At St Martin's we believe that our school community develops in a manner consistent with the spirit of Saint Dominic and the principles that promote positive relationships in classrooms and the broader community.  Please do not hesitate to contact our Enrolments Co-ordinator for support on 3900 9101.

Please read the information below, as it provides applicants with the steps involved for submitting a successful
Enrolment Application to St Martin's School. 

ENROLMENT POLICY

All students are welcome at St Martin's School. If we are oversubscribed, preference is given to applicants in order of the following categories:  

Category 1.  Children who is a sibling of a current student of St Martin's.
Category 2.  Children who are baptised Catholic.
Category 3.  Children who are baptised, whose family is practicing another faith tradition.​
Category 4.  Children who are not baptised and both parents support the philosophy of Catholic Education.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ENROLMENT

For a child to be eligble they must turn five by 30 June of thye year they commence Prep. The following informaiton will help clarify enrolment ages for Prep: 

​​HOW DO I SUBMIT AN ENROLMENT APPLICATION SUCCESSFULLY?  

OPEN MORNING

Thursday 12th February 2026 at 9:00am.  

​WHEN SHOULD I APPLY FOR PREP?

WHEN SHOULD MY CHILD START SCHOOL?

St Martin's School follow the recommended year level from Brisbane Catholic Education.
Please click here to see Recommended Year Level for Student Enrolments

ENROLMENT PROCESS TIMELINE 

Term 1 - February Open Morning 
An Open Morning for prospective families is held once a year on Thursdfay 12th February 9:00am.  Please check back on our website in December when details are announced.
Term 2 -  March/April Prep interviews conducted
All students who enrol are interviewed for Prep. Enrolment Offers are made in the last week of Term 1 and families are advised of the Prep Orientation date. 
Term 3 - Prep Stay and Play
This is a new initiative taking place towards the end of Term 3. It is an opportunity for you and your child to meet other parents and students across an hour. It will be held in the Prep Classrooms.    
Term 4 - Prep Orientation Morning
Prep Orientation Morning for parents and students. Parents receive welcome to the school and their Parent Handbook.  Students enjoy a fun morning of play in classroom, whilst parents remain for an information session.  Parents and their children meet at the conclusion of the session.   ​

DOES MY CHILD NEED TO ATTEND AN INTERVIEW?

Yes.  All students of new families to the school are required to attend an interview in person.   Both parents are welcome to attend, however we understand at times only 1 parent may be available.   You will receive an email to book your appointment and what to bring with you.  

Don't forget to bring your child 😊 

WAITING LIST?

Enrolment applications placed on the waiting list will be contacted when a place becomes available. You can contact the office at any time to get an update on your application.  

ENROLMENT POLICY INCLUSION SUPPORT

We welcome children with diverse learning needs.   We follow the guidelines of Brisbane Catholic Education to explore the needs of the child and to determine the suitability of the school resources.  It is important that all parties agree the resources and environment are compatible. On acceptance of enrolment application, it is understood that parents comply with the spirit of the school Mission Statement and agree to pay such fees and mandatory levies as set by the local authority.   Please contact us directly for a brochure.​

OUT OF HOURS SCHOOL CARE?

This beautiful facility is conveniently located on the school grounds and is managed by Centacare.   For any questions please phone Centacare directly on 3398 7180.    Outside Hours School Care

NEW STUDENTS IN YEARS 1 TO 6?

In November, all existing students to St Martin's and new students commencing in Years 1 to 6 will visit their new classroom and meet their class teacher for the following year. This session is usually from 1.30pm – 2.30pm on the last Wednesday of the year. Parents will be advised of the final details closer to the event. Parent Handbooks are also distributed at this time for new families.
 
CAN I APPLY AT MULTIPLE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS?

Yes, families are welcome to submit multiple applications.  Please note interviews will be offered based on each individual school enrolment policy.   Parents are asked to advise all schools of their preference.     

CAN WE DEFER PREP?

Yes, students can wait 1 more year before starting Prep.  However, parents must enrol thier child in the year they are eligible. There is no approval required, however, we recommend talking to the Pre-Prep/Kindy Teacher for advice. Offers are made in the year the child is eligible to enter Prep, however, parents can request to defer and a place is held for their child in the following year.