Principal's Message

I'm sure that at some time in the last few weeks you have said "Where has the year gone?"  

We're racing through June and we have nearly completed our first semester of school. Our Preps have settled into school routines and I'm sure that they have grown a couple of centimetres already this year. The Year Six students are shooting up as well and seem not only to be that little bit taller but also more self-assured.   

Our growth has not just been in stature, it has been in learning as well. Over the past weeks the teachers at St Martin de Porres have been working on producing reports for all of our students and feedback will be given on Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th June at our Three way Learning Conversations. (http://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/code/fr44d )

At SMDP we strive to give you a considered view of where your child is currently. In some cases the growth has been considerable, in others, a little slower but just as we know that children have growth spurts at different times, the same can be said about learning. We don't all catch on at the same rate, for some it takes a little more effort than others, but what is more important is that our students are trying their best. 

So where to from here? Sometimes it is the little things that make a difference; extra reading before bed time, discussion of current affairs, outings and rich experiences, building vocabulary, taking time out with busy parents, being encouraged to be independent or to use initiative. 

There is so much more involved in educating children than the tasks assigned at school.  We want our students to be well rounded and to be able to make a positive contribution as worldly citizens. We know that when our students are encouraged and supported, when education is valued and attendance is regular, we have a better chance at making a difference.

As we conclude the term, we wish everyone a happy, safe and restful holiday. These holidays are a great opportunity for staff and students to re-energize those batteries after a busy and cold term. 

Special safe travel wishes to Sarah who is travelling back to Ireland to see her family after a long time separated due to COVID restrictions. She will be taking leave for the first 2 weeks of Term 3. I will also be taking Long Service Leave for the first two weeks of Term 3. Denise and Elise will be acting Principals for the two weeks while I am away. 

See you all next term. God Bless.

Dan Ryan 

Principal

St Martin de Porres Primary School is committed to creating an environment where the safety, wellbeing, and participation of all children within our care is paramount. 

2022 School Closure Days

Listed below are our school closure days for 2022. These are student free days. Staff use these days to further develop their learning and keep informed with current practice and procedures. 

NOTE: These dates may be subject to change that may be outside of our control.