The construction of buildings in a community represents a commitment. It is a lasting testament to Bishop Henschke, that our buildings constructed in the early 1950’s, still serve their original purpose. Moreover, the community housed by these buildings, still flourishes on Wagga’s ‘Henschke Hill’, for the greater glory of God.” (Peter Van Eeken, editor of Our Henschke Heritage: 50 Years of Primary School Life in Our Lady of Fatima Parish, South Wagga Wagga 2003)

Henschke Primary School is the largest co-education Primary school in Wagga Wagga, located ‘on top of the hill’ in Bourke Street, We are proud of our strong traditions and foundations as the Saint Maria Goretti School founded by the Presentation Sisters in 1952. We have grown from modest beginnings to our current enrolment of 580, and have many plans for the future development and growth of our school.

Although the physical appearance of Henschke has changed significantly over the years, our core values remain the same. We aim to instill Catholic ethos and values into all aspects of our student’s learning, and look to nurture each individual’s talents and skills through our range of curriculum experiences and extra-curricular opportunities. Our school’s Vision State is very much at the heart of all we do…

“I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me.” (John 10:14)
The children of Henschke Primary will know that they are always loved by God and they will return that love in word and deed as they follow Jesus throughout their lives. The teachers work closely with Priests, Parish community, Parents and Students in order to fulfill this promise of Faith. We invite each of these representatives to follow the model of Jesus the shepherd by showing mutual care, respect and co-operation. We believe that by doing so our students grow to become responsible, ethical members of society who remember their school experience with pride and love.