St Ignatius School
Toowong, QLD
Suburb socio-economic profile
Toowong is an established, affluent inner-west Brisbane suburb located approximately 5.9 km from the CBD, characterised by a mix of medium-density dwellings and detached Queenslander houses [citation:1]. While specific median weekly household income and median age figures are not available in the provided sources, the suburb's premium property market, riverside location, and "sought-after" reputation indicate a high socio-economic profile [citation:2][citation:3].
Most common foreign country of birth
Specific country-of-birth demographic data for Toowong is not available in the provided sources. The suburb's 2021 census population was recorded at 12,556 people, but the breakdown of residents born overseas versus in Australia was not included in the search results [citation:1].
Working-parent support
Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) provider and specific operating hours for St Ignatius School Toowong were not found in the available search results. For accurate OSHC information, families should contact the school directly or visit the official school website, which outlines other enrichment programs run before and after school [citation:4].
School culture
St Ignatius School Toowong is a co-educational Catholic primary school (Prep–Year 6) with 283 students enrolled in 2023, emphasising a contemporary learning environment [citation:5][citation:6]. The school offers a range of extra-curricular activities conducted in dedicated facilities including the Manresa Enrichment Centre (library), the Susan Palmer Field (oval), and the undercover area, with parents signing students up by term [citation:4].
Suburb vibe and groceries
Toowong is a vibrant riverside suburb nestled between Mount Coot-tha and the Brisbane River, featuring a bustling commercial precinct centred around Toowong Village, which houses more than 91 stores [citation:1][citation:7]. For groceries, Toowong Village provides mainstream supermarket options such as Coles and IGA, though specific specialty or ethnic grocers within Toowong itself were not identified in the provided sources [citation:8][citation:9].
Weeknight dining
Toowong has a vibrant dining scene, with Jocelyn's Provisions Toowong being a notable destination for gourmet pantry staples, freshly baked treats, and food on the go [citation:2]. Other casual dining options exist within the Toowong Village retail precinct and along the suburb's commercial strips, though specific additional restaurant names were not detailed in the provided search results.
Tuition and enrichment
Ezy Math Tutoring operates in Toowong, offering qualified maths tutors with a "100% Good Fit Guarantee" and flexible in-home or online scheduling [citation:10]. Infinity Tuition is another provider located in Toowong, seeking dedicated tutors to provide personalised academic support for primary and secondary students [citation:11].
Commute
Toowong Station is serviced by Queensland Rail's City network, with all public transport services coordinated by Translink [citation:12][citation:13]. The station is located on the Brisbane CBD line, offering direct train services to Central Station in approximately 10 minutes, and the suburb also features the Regatta ferry wharf and the Bicentennial Bike Path connecting to the Brisbane CBD [citation:1][citation:14].
Sources
- Toowong - Wikipedia
- Best Things to do in Toowong - Must Do Brisbane
- OnTheHouse - 34 Holland Street, Toowong
- Extra Curricular Activities | St Ignatius Catholic Primary Toowong
- St Ignatius School Profile – property.com.au
- St Ignatius School | Better Education
- Toowong Village (91 stores) - Shopping mall/centre
- Coles Supermarket
- IGA Supermarkets
- Ezy Math Tutoring - Toowong
- Infinity Tuition Jobs - Indeed
- Transport in Brisbane - Wikipedia
- Maps | Translink
- Train Toowong to Domestic Airport Station | Rome2Rio
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