TAS · Independent Primary
Northern Christian School
Bridgewater 7030 · Prep-6
Northern Christian School is an independent primary school in Bridgewater, TAS offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 952, it sits in the 26th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 149 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 17% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 14% have a language background other than English.
How Northern Christian School compares
By ICSEA, Northern Christian School ranks 93rd of the 157 primary schools in TAS that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 5 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is JRLF - Senior School, a government secondary school 1.5 km away.
Ranks are calculated by GDP.com.au from ACARA 2025 school profile data. Distances are straight-line from the school's ACARA location. ICSEA describes students' family backgrounds; ACARA notes it is not a rating of the school or its teaching.
ICSEA Context
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. Northern Christian School scores 952 — near average.
Enrolment and location
Northern Christian School is a Independent school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near Northern Christian School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Northern Christian School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JRLF - Senior SchoolGovernment Secondary · Bridgewater | 1.5 km | 800 | 152 lower | 315 |
| JRLF - East Derwent Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Bridgewater | 2.6 km | 800 | 152 lower | 337 |
| Brighton Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Brighton | 4.5 km | 910 | 42 lower | 507 |
| St Virgil's CollegeCatholic Combined · Austins Ferry | 5.4 km | 1024 | 72 higher | 792 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northern Christian School a government school?
No, Northern Christian School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Northern Christian School offer?
Northern Christian School offers Prep-6.
What is Northern Christian School's ICSEA score?
Northern Christian School has an ICSEA score of 952, placing it in the 26th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Northern Christian School?
Northern Christian School has 149 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Northern Christian School?
The nearest schools to Northern Christian School are JRLF - Senior School (1.5 km), St Paul's Catholic School (2.1 km), JRLF - East Derwent Primary School (2.6 km).
Where is Northern Christian School located?
Northern Christian School is located in Bridgewater, TAS 7030. Visit the school website at https://www.northern.tas.edu.au/.