# Callaghan College Wallsend Campus

Callaghan College Wallsend Campus is a NSW government junior college in Wallsend, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Junior College
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 10
- **Enrolments**: 890 (2025)
- **Address**: Macquarie St, Wallsend NSW 2287
- **Phone**: (02) 4951 1811
- **Website**: https://wallsend-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: wallsend-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 9028
- **Established**: 1960-01-01

## About

Callaghan College Wallsend Campus is a vibrant multi-campus secondary school situated in the north west corridor of Newcastle, catering to students in Years 7 to 10 with an enrolment of 930 students and over 60 dedicated teaching staff. The school is committed to fostering a caring and supportive environment where students can achieve their personal best. It boasts a diverse student body, including a significant number of Aboriginal and English as a Second Language (ESL) students, and maintains international partnerships with schools in Korea.

## Facilities and Programs
The Wallsend Campus has recently completed several initiatives aimed at enhancing the learning environment. The Cooler Classrooms project has provided students with healthier spaces for learning, while an extensive LED Lighting Upgrade Program aims to reduce operating costs and improve educational outcomes. The school also participates in a Smart Energy Pilot Project, focusing on sustainable energy solutions, including solar panel installations.

## Community Engagement
Callaghan College Wallsend Campus places high importance on its relationships with families and the wider community. The leadership team is dedicated to building strong connections, ensuring that student success is a shared goal. Educational programs are designed to ignite curiosity, celebrate creativity, and empower every learner to thrive. The school actively engages with parents and the community to enhance the educational experience for all students.

## Mission

Together, we help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "Together, we help every student to learn, grow and succeed."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 890 |
| 2024 | 905 |
| 2023 | 940 |
| 2022 | 1,014 |
| 2021 | 1,072 |
| 2020 | 1,114 |
| 2019 | 1,077 |
| 2018 | 1,116 |
| 2017 | 1,067 |
| 2016 | 1,090 |
| 2015 | 1,113 |
| 2014 | 1,059 |
| 2013 | 1,039 |
| 2012 | 999 |
| 2011 | 906 |
| 2010 | 911 |
| 2009 | 921 |
| 2008 | 951 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/9028-callaghan-college-wallsend-campus), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.