Principal Update
Issue No 11
Term 3 - Week 3
Dear Families
There is certainly a great deal happening both within and around our school at present. Despite this, the focus, engagement, and learning of our students at St Kilian’s remain outstanding.
Thank you for your patience and understanding over the coming weeks as we navigate temporary disruptions to traffic conditions around the school. While drop-off and pick-up times may take a little longer than usual, the safety and wellbeing of our students remain our highest priority, and we appreciate your support in helping us maintain a safe environment for all.
NAPLAN 2026
A strong literacy story across Years 3 and 5 at St Kilian’s School! Our 2026 NAPLAN results give us plenty to celebrate.
Among our Year 3 students:
• Over 92% achieved at Strong or Exceeding levels in Spelling
• Over 84% achieved at Strong or Exceeding levels in Reading
• Over 84% achieved at Strong or Exceeding levels in Writing
Our Year 5 students also recorded strong results:
• Over 84% achieved at Strong or Exceeding levels in Reading
• Over 80% achieved at Strong or Exceeding levels in Writing
These results show students building the knowledge and confidence to read, write and communicate effectively. They also reflect the focused, evidence-informed teaching being strengthened through Magnify Sandhurst.
Strong literacy foundations support students to engage, contribute and succeed across every area of learning. These results are a wonderful affirmation of the collective efforts of our students, families, and staff and give us great confidence as we continue our journey of striving to "know better and do better" for every learner. Congratulations to everyone involved in this outstanding achievement.
Sadistic On-line Exploitation
CESL have provided resources packs to support families in understanding children and young people’s online safety including child exploitation.
These resources were created in close collaboration with law enforcement, psychologists, educators, healthcare professionals, and social workers
• Parent/Carer Guide – Understanding Sadistic Online Exploitation
• eSafety webinars parents (social media/newsletter tiles and text HERE)
Jared Cooney Horvath Parent Resources
Families are reminded that we have only a few months remaining to access the excellent parent resources prepared by educational neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath for Sandhurst schools.
These engaging sessions provide valuable insights into learning, wellbeing and how parents can best support their children.
Session 1: Sleep, Tech and Stress (50 mins) https://vimeo.com/1102066450/6f1c9d2218
Session 2: Surviving Study (50 mins) https://vimeo.com/1102068293/eebb560b41
Session 3: A Tour Through Your Child's Brain (30 mins) https://vimeo.com/1102069365/c7ab744186
School Uniform
We ask all families to ensure students are wearing the correct school uniform each day.
Recently, a small number of non-uniform items have begun appearing, and we are working with students to maintain consistent uniform standards. Wearing the school uniform correctly helps foster a sense of identity, pride and belonging within our community.
Uniform items are available through the school and can be ordered via the school uniform link.
School Supervision Hours
Before School
Please note that the school grounds are unsupervised before 8:30am.
For the safety of all students, children should not be dropped at school before this time unless attending a supervised program.
After School
Students should be collected by 3:30pm, as staff supervision concludes at this time.
If you anticipate being delayed, please contact the school office. Families requiring care beyond 3:30pm are encouraged to use the YMCA After School Care program, which operates from the school hall.
New Playground and Landscaping Project
We are excited to share that our architects plan for this space below.
The project will transform this area through new landscaping, shade structures, and contemporary play equipment designed to support active play, creativity and connection. Construction will commence soon.
McAuley Building Refurbishment Project
Work on the McAuley Building refurbishment continues to progress well and remains on track for practical completion in mid-August.
Current Progress:
- Art room completed.
- Internal painting complete
- Cabinetry to be completed this week
- Carpet installation scheduled during Weeks 3 and 4.
- Front entrance landscaping and new garden beds to be installed.
- Anticipated handover date: mid-August.
We look forward to sharing further updates as this exciting project nears completion.
Parents & Friends Association
The Parents & Friends Association continues to play a vital role in strengthening our school community through both social and fundraising initiatives.
Thanks to the generosity and commitment of the P&F, funds raised this year will support:
- Significant landscaping surrounding the new playground.
- Line marking improvements across hard-surface play areas.
- Re-turfing of the school oval and associated improvements.
- Installation of aluminum doors with viewing panels in the Paderborn Building.
2026 Committee Members
Presidents: Alisha Bahen & Abbey Meggs
Secretary: Bec Reid
Communications Officers: Sharelle Patten, Bec Richie & Kim Fisher
We sincerely thank the committee and all volunteers for their ongoing support of our school.
Catholic School Parents Victoria
Families may be interested in exploring the newly refreshed website of Catholic School Parents Victoria (CSPV).
CSPV supports parents as partners in their child's learning by strengthening the connection between home and school while providing information, guidance and advocacy. The website offers a range of resources to help families feel informed, empowered and engaged throughout their child's educational journey.
Visit: https://cspv.catholic.edu.au/
Thank you for your continued support of St Kilian's School. I look forward to a productive and rewarding Term 3 and the many opportunities we will share together as a community.
Peter Teggelove
Principal