Pastoral Wellbeing

Attendance at St. Kilian’s 

At St. Kilian’s, we continue to place a strong focus on the importance of regular school attendance. Every day at school matters — not only for learning growth, but also for building friendships, routines, confidence, and connection within our community. We are very proud of the positive attendance across the school so far this year, with our whole school attendance average currently sitting at 91.25%.  

Thank you to all families for the ongoing support you provide in helping students arrive at school each day ready to learn, participate, and grow. 

Class Attendance Averages 

We would also like to celebrate the strong attendance efforts across all year levels: 

A special congratulations to our Foundation students, who are currently leading the way with outstanding attendance this year! It has also been wonderful to see so many students across the school consistently attending and engaging positively in learning each day. 

Celebrating 100% Attendance 

We are incredibly proud to celebrate the following students who have achieved 100% attendance so far in 2026. What an amazing effort! 

0HE: Ned Bartlett, Banjo Fisher, Tessa Fitt, Quinley Kellow, Billy Mitchell, Oakley Olsen, Kiyara Perera 

1GF: Max Kennedy 

1PW: Charlotte Holland, Liam Perry, Cali Sarmiento 

2EM: Joseph Bartlett, Olive Olsen 

3/4A: Archie Cumming, Louis Hartley 

3/4B: Jude Burke, Andrew Crosson 

3/4C: Ollie Ender, Harvey Wild 

5JW: Emma Bartlett, Otis Burke 

5LT: Jimmy Cox, Sierra Monk-Coffey, Finn Rees 

Congratulations to all of these students and families for their fantastic commitment to learning and school life. We love seeing our students at school each day, learning, laughing, growing, and being part of our St. Kilian’s community!  

Seeking Assistance? 

If your family is finding it difficult to get to school regularly, please know that we are here to help. You’re encouraged to speak with your child’s classroom teacher or reach out to our Wellbeing Team – Mrs. Antonowicz, Mrs. Maher, Mr. Teggelove or Mr. Podosky – for support. 

We can assist in a variety of ways, including: 

• Creating a positive morning routine to reduce stress before school 
• Helping your child feel safe and connected at school 
• Offering support for separation anxiety or school-based worries 
• Adjusting your child’s transition into the classroom 
• Working with families to make a plan that suits your situation 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out – we’re here to work with you and your child every step of the way. 

If you know that your child won’t be attending school, please contact the office and let them know that your child will be away!  

Our Classroom Routines – Supporting Calm, Ready Learners 

To help create calm, focused and respectful learning spaces, all classes use three shared classroom routines. These routines support students to transition smoothly, know what is expected of them, and feel confident and safe at school. 

Ready in 5 

What this routine teaches: Ready in 5 helps students learn self-regulation, organisation and focus. It supports children to pause, prepare and be ready to learn together. 

How the routine works: When “Ready in 5” is called, students have a short countdown to: 

• Sit or stand calmly 
• Face the teacher 
• Have hands still and voices off 
• Be ready to listen and learn 

How families can help at home: 

• Practise short countdowns for transitions (e.g. “Ready in 5 for dinner” or “Ready in 5 to leave the house”) 
• Encourage children to stop, look and listen when given a cue 
• Praise effort rather than speed: “You got yourself ready so calmly” 

Classroom Entry 

What this routine teaches: This routine helps students develop respect for learning spaces, independence and calm transitions. 

How the routine works: Students line up outside the classroom and enter calmly when invited, moving to their seat or learning space quietly and ready to begin. 

How families can help at home: 

• Encourage calm transitions between activities 
• Talk about the importance of entering spaces respectfully (e.g. libraries, shops, places of worship) 
• Reinforce the idea that how we enter a space sets the tone for what comes next 

Classroom Exit 

What this routine teaches: Classroom exit supports safety, responsibility and respect for others. 

How the routine works: Students pack up, stand behind their chair or line up, and wait to be dismissed calmly by the teacher before leaving the room. 

How families can help at home: 

• Practise waiting calmly before leaving the house or moving to the next activity 
• Encourage children to finish one task before starting another 
• Model calm exits when leaving places together 

These shared routines help create consistent expectations across the school and give students clear, predictable structures that support learning and wellbeing. Thank you for reinforcing these routines at home — your support makes a big difference. 

National Families Week – May 15-21 

National Families Week is a time to celebrate the important role families play in our lives, recognising the care, support, and love they provide. It reminds us that families come in many forms and encourages us to value connection, belonging, and the relationships that help us grow and thrive. 

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This video explores what relationships and families look like, highlighting that every family is different. It shows that families can include parents, grandparents, siblings, carers, and others who love and support us. The video emphasises that strong relationships are built on kindness, respect, listening, and spending time together. It also helps children understand that even though families may look different, what matters most is how people care for one another.  

• What makes a family a family? 
• Who are the important people in your life that care for you? 
• What are some ways you can show kindness to your family? 

You might like to draw or talk about the people who are your ‘family’ and what makes them special to you. 

Prayers of the Faithful – National Families Week 

Intro: As we celebrate National Families Week, we bring before God our prayers for our families, our school community, and all those who care for and support one another with love. 

1. For families in our community, that they may be places of love, support, and belonging for all. Lord, hear us. 
2. For parents and carers, that they may be strengthened in their care, patience, and guidance of those entrusted to them. Lord, hear us. 
3. For families facing challenges, that they may find hope, support, and the help they need. Lord, hear us. 
4. For our school community, that we may treat one another with respect, kindness, and understanding, just like a family. Lord, hear us. 
5. For those who feel alone or disconnected from family, that they may experience welcome, friendship, and a sense of belonging. Lord, hear us. 

Closing Prayer: 

Loving God, we thank you for the gift of family in all its forms. Help us to be people of patience, kindness, and understanding, so that our homes and our community may reflect your love. We ask this through Christ our Lord. 

Amen.