Principal Update
St Francis, Nathalia is a child safe school.
We promote the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.
End of term message
As we reach the end of this school term, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the accomplishments and experiences that have made this period memorable. It has been a term filled with learning, growth, and numerous achievements, and I am incredibly proud of the progress we have made as a school community.
To our students, your hard work, curiosity, and determination have been truly inspiring. Whether in the classroom, on the sports field, or in various extracurricular activities, you have demonstrated excellence and a commitment to your personal and academic growth.
To our dedicated teachers and staff, thank you for your unwavering commitment to providing a supportive and enriching educational environment. Your passion for teaching and dedication to our students' success are the cornerstones of our school's achievements. Your efforts in fostering a positive and inclusive community are deeply appreciated.
To our parents and carers, your partnership and support have been invaluable. Thank you for being actively involved in your children's education and for working alongside us to ensure their success. Your encouragement and cooperation are crucial to our shared goals.
Wishing you all a safe and enjoyable break. I look forward to seeing you in the new term, ready to embark on new adventures and continue our journey of learning and growth together.
REMINDERS:
TERM 3
Parent Teacher Interviews date has moved from Friday 26th July to Friday 19th July (first week of Term 3). This is to allow students to participate in the Lightning Premiership in Yarrawonga in Week 2.
Principal Appraisal
Dear Parents and Carers,
Principal Appraisal – Matt Knight, St. Francis’ Primary School Nathalia
As a part of the contract of Employment, each Principal of a Catholic school in the Diocese of Sandhurst must undertake an appraisal.
The purpose of an appraisal is to provide the Principal with feedback about their leadership of the school. An appraisal also seeks to improve the professional practice of the Principal through structured dialogue with CES Ltd staff and the appraisal panel, and through feedback about leadership of specific areas of school life.
I invite you to contribute your thoughts about Matt Knight's leadership at St. Francis’, by undertaking a survey. Please click on the link via PAM to complete the survey. At the end of the appraisal process, the Principal will receive a detailed report about the information gleaned from the process and this will support them in shaping their professional goals and practice for the future.
Please note: Your contribution will remain anonymous, and all survey feedback will be confidential.
I thank you for your contributions to this survey and ongoing support to St. Francis’ Primary School Nathalia.
Yours sincerely,
Paul Bissinella
Principal Consultant - Goulburn Valley Deanery
Student Reports
Semester 1, 2024 Student Reports are available for families via PAM.
Enrolments OPEN
Enrolments for 2025 are open with packs available from the front office. If you know of any families considering enrolment at St Francis, please direct them to the school office, as I am happy to take them on a school tour.
School Hours
A reminder to families that children are supervised by teachers at St Francis from 8:30 am until 3:30 pm each day. Teachers are rostered for yard duty before school, at recess and lunchtime, and after school. Children should not be arriving to school prior to 8:30am.
If children have not been picked up by 3:30pm in the afternoon, they will be waiting in the Administration Area.