History

The School was established in 1935 and reflects strong Catholic traditions built up over sixty years of parish life. The School was originally staffed by the Sisters of Mercy and the spirit they strove to pass on to the pupils has been maintained and continues to grow. In 1997 the Sisters celebrated 100 years in the Dunedin Diocese.

Location

St Bernadette's school is located within the St Bernadette’s Church grounds and caters predominantly for children in the parish from St Clair, St Kilda, Caversham and Corstorphine areas.  In addition to Forbury parishioners, there are a small number of children from other parishes and non-preferential pupils.