St John’s is a K-6 school within the diocese of Wilcannia-Forbes, situated in Trangie, which is in central western NSW. Wilcannia-Forbes schools are centres of culture. learning and evangelisation within their parish communities where the Gospel is lived and the dignity of people is respected in the tradition of the Catholic Church. Diocesan teachers are offered extensive professional development opportunities including a comprehensive induction program for beginning teachers. Some schools attract additional financial incentives. Peer and spiritual support programs are readily accessible to staff. Typically, schools are well resourced, classes are small and there is a high level of camaraderie.