Join Us – ‘One-stop’ Learning!
Welcome to St John’s School, Silkwood – a co-educational primary school in the Diocese of Cairns. As a small Catholic school, St John’s offers a faith and values based education which focuses on the well-being of each individual child. This focus is achieved through explicit teaching of social emotional learning in a caring and supportive environment. Our school values its community-oriented approach to student wellbeing and family life.
Our Values
Principal's Message
A very warm welcome to the St John’s, Silkwood community! St John’s prides itself on the culture and traditions built over the years at the school. The school’s proud history began in 1948 when the school was by founded by Parish Priest Fr Alfred Natali and the Missionary Franciscan Sisters. We are a very welcoming community that believes that working together to achieve a common goal brings success for all. Our staff, students and parents remain focused on our sense of being a ‘learning community’ and are proud of their great achievements over the years.
Latest News
These superstars competed in the Cassowary Coast Cross Country trials yesterday. They put in a super effort, showing true grit and determination. Well done to you all! A special congratulations to George, who made the Cassowary Coast team and will go on to compete in the Peninsula trials. ... See MoreSee Less





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FREE Community Day: Liverpool FC International Academy Australia
Good Counsel College is excited to host the Liverpool FC International Academy Community Day on Saturday, 30 May from 9.15am to 12pm.
Liverpool FCIA coaches will be running FREE coaching clinics throughout the day, with Liverpool FC strips and prizes also up for grabs!
Sessions are open to students aged 6–16 years and will be divided into appropriate age groups. Places are limited to 16 participants per session, so families are encouraged to register early to avoid disappointment.
Registrations can be accessed via the link below.
We look forward to welcoming students and families to Good Counsel College for what promises to be a fantastic day of football!
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Last Thursday's Assembly award winners, birthdays and St John's Playground Saints. Well done everyone!!! #stjohnssilkwood 🤩🥳🎉 ... See MoreSee Less





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What a wonderful Mother’s Day morning we shared!
It was filled with pampering, dancing, creative fun, and moments of quiet enjoyment.
Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make our Mother’s Day Morning so special.
Wishing a very Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers, grandmothers, and those who care for us like mothers. More photos to come. #stjohnssilkwood 😚❤❤❤💐🌷🌼
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