From the Principal
REMINDERS
Student Free Day Friday 13th November
(Staff Professional Learning - Wellbeing and Neuro Science)
Dear Parents and Carers,
Confirmation
Congratulations to our Year Six confirmation candidates, who received the Sacrament of Confirmation last Tuesday evening. Thank you to the parents, teachers, and parish staff for guiding and supporting the candidates through their journey of understanding this next step in faith and connection to God. We also thank Fr. Jerald and Bishop Les Tomlinson for presiding over the liturgy. Finally, thank you to Philomena Solari, Religious Education Leader, for her leadership, vision, and attention to detail, which are so valued in providing an opportunity for families to support their children in their faith development.
School Production Countdown!
Tickets are now on sale for the production. There are no family limits to the number of tickets so please purchase all the ticket you need to come and see your children shine on the stage.
Please click here for information regarding Dress Rehearsal, which is the first day back of Term.
Please ensure you have given permission for your child to participate via nForma.
Code Camp returning for Term 4
The after-school activity Code Camp opportunity is returning for Term 4. Click here to find out how to get involved.
St Simon's Fete 2026 - Raffle - Eldest Child
In the last week of the term, the eldest child in the family will receive a St Simon's Fete Raffle book of tickets to help support the fete effort. Click here for more details
Fete fundraising supports the parish and school directly. As a school, we receive 15% of the profits, which bolsters the Parents' Association funds for projects around the school that benefit all the students.
Getting involved in the St Simon’s Fete is one of the most rewarding ways to connect with our vibrant school community, and we welcome help of all kinds. There are many ways to assist, including managing a stall, assisting with setup and pack-down, or lending a hand for just an hour or two. Volunteering not only lightens the load and ensures the day runs smoothly, but it also gives you a fantastic opportunity to meet other parents, forge lasting friendships, and strengthen our school spirit. Most importantly, when our children see parents and carers giving their time and energy to support the community, it sets a powerful, positive example of generosity, teamwork, and service.
However you choose to contribute, your involvement makes a meaningful difference, and we would love to have you on board!
St Simon's Fete - Partnership and Promotional opportunities for local and small businesses
This wonderful event is a highlight of our calendar, bringing together families, friends, and the wider community for a day of fun and celebration. To make this year’s fete our best one yet, we are inviting members of our school community and local businesses to partner with us.
We have a variety of fantastic promotional and sponsorship opportunities available, offering an excellent platform to showcase your business while supporting our community.
If you would like to explore sponsorship options or find out how you can get involved, please contact the Parish Office or reach out directly to Fete Committee member Bill Leane on 0411 289 319.
Child Safety - MACS Care
In this newsletter, as part of our continual commitment to Child Safety awareness, we spotlight Child Safe Standard 8 - “Staff and volunteers are equipped with the knowledge, skills and awareness to keep children and young people safe through ongoing education and training.”
Click here to find out more. (and scroll down)
Newsletter Side Sections and Pages
Please take time to browse through the sections and pages of the newsletter. You find more details and information about events and posts you see through Social channels.
Connect with Us on Social Media 📱
Want to see all the latest activities, student achievements, and exciting experiences happening around our school in real time?
Be sure to check out and follow our official school social channels! It’s a wonderful way to stay connected with the vibrant St. Simon the Apostle Primary School community and get a firsthand look at what our students are learning and creating each day.
- Facebook: Follow us for community updates, photo galleries, and event reminders.
- Instagram: Check out our latest stories, highlights, and snapshots of daily school life.
Search for St. Simon the Apostle Primary School on both platforms, hit follow, and join our growing online community!
School Closure Days Term 3 and 4 - 2026
Throughout the year, the school schedules several school closure days for staff to engage in professional learning and compliance activities. There are also days scheduled for time-in-lieu (TIL) activities that staff attend and run outside the normal hours of the school day. These days are used to acquit these hours.
When a school closure day is scheduled, Beyond Edu Care will operate a program of care for the day so that families can have their children looked after on the school site.
Term 3
Student Free Day Friday 18th September (First Aid CPR, Compliance)
Term 4
Thursday 8th October - Student Free Day (Time in lieu, School Production student rest day)
Monday 2nd November - Student Free Day (Time in lieu)
Friday 13th November - Student Free Day (Staff PL - Student Wellbeing)
Tuesday 15th December - Last day of School for students
St Simon’s Staff and Contact Details
A complete staff list for 2026 is available through the newsletter each week by going to Staff Contacts and General Information section