School Expectations

At St Patrick’s Parish School, we believe that learning:

  • Is founded on the Good News of Jesus Christ
  • Has purpose and meaning
  • Encourages and develops a broad range of communication skills
  • Develops independence and confidence
  • Is enriched as a result of team work
  • Is best supported when students feel safe to explore and take risks
  • Gives rise to creativity
  • Encourages awareness of global citizenship
  • Is life, and life is learning

At St Patrick’s Parish School, the safety and well-being of all members of the school community is important and everyone’s shared responsibility. We belong to a school and Parish community that is proud of its heritage and its reputation.

We are a Place of Learning 

  • Come to class prepared to learn
  • Recognise the right of others to learn
  • Make a positive contribution in class and listen to all instructions
  • Develop our skills and knowledge
  • Choose appropriate times to speak and to listen attentively
  • Bring all necessary equipment to school
  • Be punctual to all classes and school activities
  • Attend school regularly
  • Complete all work on time and to the best of our ability
  • Reflect on our learning, using effective feedback on our progress

We are a Place of Safety

  • Follow directions given by leaders
  • Follow the ‘hands off’ policy
  • Follow WHS requirements and teachers’ direction about use of equipment
  • Respect the personal space and safety of others
  • Keep the school grounds and classrooms clean and tidy
  • Use personal electronic devices appropriately
  • Create a culture where all we are encouraged to appropriately express an opinion and take sensible risks

We are a Place of Belonging

  • Actively participate in the prayer and contribute to the liturgical life of the school
  • Always be honest and truthful
  • Relate positively to others and if needed, to restore relationships
  • Respect the personal space of others
  • Respect the property of others
  • Wear the uniform correctly
  • Be polite and inclusive to all within the school community
  • Speak to others with courtesy
  • Actively participate and engage in all classes, school events and activities
  • Make visitors welcome to our school

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CATHOLIC EDUCATION

19 Jan 2018

DO YOU THINK A HIGH QUALITY, CATHOLIC EDUCATION IS OUT OF REACH FOR YOUR FAMILY (OR A FAMILY THAT YOU KNOW) BECAUSE OF FEES?

Consider this: All students who are prepared to accept our high standards (for behaviour and learning) are welcome at St Patrick's Parish School. We are a school for all.

You do not have to be Catholic and no student will be refused enrolment, be excluded, or be disadvantaged because of an inability (as opposed to an unwillingness) on the part of the parents/guardians to meet financial requirements.

Fees may not be as high as you imagine. We are a low cost alternative to the public education system.

For example:
One primary child in 2017 = $53.80 per week.
One Year 7/8 child in 2017 = $72.20 per week.

We offer family discounts. Reductions in fees are considered after a confidential conversation with the Principal.

If you are interested in exploring this option for your children, but thought it might be too expensive or you are just not sure what a Catholic Education means, email the Principal Mrs Frances Robertson (frances.robertson@cg.catholic.edu.au) to set up an appointment to discuss how we can meet your children's learning needs.

Please share this information with families that you know.

THINK

19 Jan 2018

Please stop and think about what you say, send or comment on BEFORE you do so. Our words have the ability to uplift and empower or do unspeakable hurt.
Words are powerful. Use your words for good.
#stopbullyingnow

Visit https://antibullying.nsw.gov.au/for-students for more information.

WELCOME TO OUR NEW SCHOOLZINE WEBSITE

19 Jan 2018

We hope you all enjoy the new website and any feedback will be much appreciated.

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