The school is part of the Nambucca Valley Parish and is a member of the Lismore Diocese school system. The school Vision Statement is contained in the website and clearly states the role of the school as an education agent within the Catholic Church. St Patrick's Primary School is a happy place where children, parents, friends and staff can go about their daily tasks in a pleasant, secure Christian environment.
Macksville is situated on the Nambucca River, 511 km north of Sydney, between Kempsey and Coffs Harbour, approximately six (6) hours driving time from Sydney and five (5) hours from Brisbane.