About St Francis Xavier School (Mornington)
Welcome to St Francis Xavier School (Mornington), a place where tradition meets innovation in education, nestled comfortably at the heart of Mornington on Benhar Street within Dunedin's picturesque Otago region. With an approximate roll size of just over 95 students spread across various year levels, our school fosters close-knit relationships and personalized attention for every child.
As a contributing State Integrated School under the New Zealand education system's authority, St Francis Xavier prides itself on its co-educational approach. This inclusive environment ensures that both boys and girls grow together as equals in learning experiences while respecting each other’s perspectives.
At this juncture of our school journey lies Claire Peters, the principal who has been instrumental to St Francis Xavier's success. Under her leadership since 2015, students have flourished academically and socially as she continues to uphold core values such as respect, integrity, compassion, teamwork & inclusiveness.
The school’s location in Mornington adds an extra layer of charm – a small town with big heart where community spirit thrives. This unique setting provides our students not only excellent academic opportunities but also exposure to the rich cultural her
