Learning & Teaching

Reading Reports

Our teachers are currently busy preparing the Semester 1 reports, which means families will soon have the opportunity to read and reflecting on them. Reports provide a valuable snapshot of your child’s learning and growth throughout the semester. To help make sense of the information included in the reports, we have put together this guide to support you when reading your child’s report.

Why is it important to read your child's report?

School reports are an important way for families to stay informed about their child’s learning journey. They highlight areas of success, identify next steps for growth, and provide insight into how your child is progressing across different areas of the curriculum. Taking the time to read and discuss the report helps families celebrate achievements, understand challenges, and work in partnership with teachers to support ongoing learning and development.

If anything in your child’s report raises questions or concerns, we encourage you to contact their classroom teacher. Having these conversations soon after reports are released allows any queries to be addressed promptly and ensures that families and teachers can work together to support the best outcomes for each student.

Why should I share the report with my child?

Reading and discussing the report with your child can be a positive and meaningful experience. It helps children recognise their achievements, understand areas where they can continue to grow, and develop a sense of ownership over their learning. These conversations provide an opportunity to celebrate effort and progress, set achievable goals, and encourage a positive attitude towards school. Sharing their report with them also reinforces that their learning is valued and supported both at school and at home.

What do the progression points mean?

Progression points provide an indication of your child's learning growth and achievement throughout the school year. They help families understand where their child is currently performing in relation to the expected standards of the Victorian Curriculum.

At St Patrick’s, all progression points are aligned with the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 levels and achievement standards. They are designed to show a student's progress over time and provide valuable information about their developing knowledge, skills, and understanding in each learning area.

The diagram below explains the different elements of the progression points and how to interpret the information shown on your child's report.

Why is my child’s attendance included in their report?

Attendance is an important part of a student's learning journey and is closely linked to academic success. Regular attendance allows students to fully participate in classroom learning, engage in discussions, collaborate with their peers, and build on their knowledge and skills each day.

At St Patrick’s, attendance information is included in Semester Reports to help families understand the impact that attendance can have on learning. Students whose attendance falls below 90% will receive a comment in their report, highlighting the importance of regular school attendance in supporting positive learning outcomes.

At St Patrick’s, we believe every student deserves to feel welcomed, valued, and celebrated. Our staff are committed to creating a positive learning environment where children enjoy coming to school each day and feel supported to achieve their best. We thank our families for their ongoing partnership and investment in their child's learning journey.

As reports are released over the coming weeks, we encourage families to take the time to read and discuss them with their child. Celebrating achievements and recognising growth can be a valuable experience. If you have any questions or would like further clarification about your child's report, please don't hesitate to contact your child's classroom teacher.

Lions Club Public Speaking Competition

We are incredibly proud of the 14 students from Grades 3–6 who volunteered to participate in this year’s Lions Club Public Speaking Competition. These students dedicated time at home to prepare their speeches based on the set topics for 2026 and have demonstrated great commitment.

Last week, they presented their speeches to the Grade 3–6 students and our judges, Mrs Stockdale and Rach. All students should be commended for the courage, preparation and enthusiasm they have brought to the competition.

Following the school-based presentations, nine students have progressed to the next stage and will present their speeches to representatives from the Lions Club on Monday. We wish these students all the very best as they complete their final preparations.

Participating in public speaking provides students with valuable lifelong skills, including confidence, communication and resilience. We are proud of every student who has taken part and congratulate them on their efforts.

Parents and family members are warmly invited to attend the presentations, which will be held on Monday 15 June at 9:00am in the CillDara.