Assistant 

Principal's Message

In the Footsteps of Saint Paul Pilgrimage

During the recent school holiday break, I had the privilege of undertaking a pilgrimage with Archbishop Anthony Fisher, Danielle Cronin the Director of SCS, Principals and Assistant Principals in the SCS System through Greece, Turkey, Rome and Assisi, following in the footsteps of St Paul and visiting some of the most significant sites of early Christianity. Walking through ancient cities such as Philippi, Corinth and Ephesus brought Scripture to life and deepened my understanding of St Paul’s missionary journeys and the growth of the early Church. A particular highlight was attending a Papal Audience and seeing Pope Leo, an experience that was both inspiring and memorable. I was also blessed to be in Assisi for the feast days of St Francis and St Carlo Acutis, joining pilgrims from around the world in celebrating their enduring witness of faith, humility and service. This enriching journey strengthened my faith, deepened my appreciation of our Catholic heritage and inspired me to bring these experiences back to our school community as we continue to nurture faith, learning and service.

Progressive Achievement Tests (PAT)- Term 4

During weeks 2 and 3, Year 2 to Year 6 students at STA will be participating in the Progressive Achievement Tests (PAT) in Reading Comprehension and Mathematics.

PAT tests are designed to assess each student’s current capability against the appropriate standard for their age and is a valuable source of information on each student’s development. 

Teachers use the PAT data in Maths and English and as moderation to ensure that our classroom assessment of each student is accurate. Teachers also use the results to track each student’s development from year to year. This information is another useful tool for identifying students requiring extra support or extension in their studies. The PAT testing process has been explained to all of the students, and has not be seen as a stressful assessment. Rather students have been encouraged to view the tests as a way for teachers to learn more about their capabilities and then design learning programs that will help them improve.

    Junior & Senior Student Programs

• 14–16 January 2026: Junior Program (Years 3–6)
• 20–22 January 2026: Senior Program (Years 7–10)

Student Programs website; it is your one-stop hub for information. 

Registrations opening 29 September 2025

Families can: 

• Explore 2026 workshops (Years 3–10) 
• Apply for Equity & Rural Scholarships 
• Access the General Registration link from 29 September 
• Check academic entry criteria and eligibility 
• View key dates, program details, and FAQs  

Visit the Student Programs Website here

Parent/Carer Carline Pickup Information

1. Parents must clearly display the family surname on the front seat passenger visor. 
2. Ensure you are parked correctly in alignment with the footpath. 
3. Children enter their car through the kerb side door only and are not to access the boot to put in bags.

1. Teachers put the children in the cars in the afternoon.
2. Parents/Carers are not to get out of their car.
3. During 8.00 – 9.30am and 2.30 – 4.00pm this is a NO PARKING area. Only a 2 minute limit. We ask that you drop your child/ren off and leave as soon as they are out of the car. Drivers are asked to move on once they have completed their pickup.
4. Traffic should flow freely. Drivers are asked to move to the front of the line and the children are to get into the first three cars for pickup, and then the car moves on. 
5. If no spots are available you will need to drive around the block until a spot becomes vacant. 
6. No parking in the school or church driveway, no parking in Everlearn Preschool driveway.

Student supervision before school

Supervision commences for all students at 8.30am. Students should not arrive before this time as teachers are not on duty and are engaged in preparing for the day. If you need your child to attend prior to 8.30am you may enrol them in SCECS Before and After School care to ensure they are supervised.

• 8.55am School commences

• 11am Recess

• 11.30am Classes resume

• 1.30pm Lunch 

• 2.10pm Classes resume

• 3.10pm School concludes

Students are supervised until 3.30pm. If an emergency arises or you are detained, please phone the school so appropriate arrangements can be made.

2026 Staff Development Days (Pupil Free Days)

Each year, Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) provides time for Staff Development Days (SDD), which provides professional learning time for all staff. St Anthony's will provide supervision for parents that are in need of care for their child due to work commitments. Parents will need to register. Supervision on Wednesday 16 December will be from 8:30 till 2pm.