Principal's Message

At St Luke’s, we know that when young people feel they belong, they thrive. It’s why fostering connection, inclusion, and welcome is at the heart of everything we do—from the way we transition students into new learning environments, to how we honour the rich diversity of our community, and how we encourage each student to reach out and make a difference in the lives of others.

We’re thrilled to share that our school has recently been nominated for an Educator Award in recognition of the significant number of transition programs we offer. These carefully planned and deeply relational programs support students from Year 4 through to Year 12, helping them build confidence, friendships, and a strong sense of identity within their new stages of learning. Whether it’s peer companions, leadership opportunities, or targeted pastoral care, each initiative is designed to say loud and clear: you belong here.

This culture of belonging is further nurtured through explicit teaching in every year group about diversity, inclusion, and the importance of ensuring all people feel welcome. Students don’t just learn about inclusion—they practice it, live it, and grow through it.

One of the most joyful expressions of this is our Multicultural Day—a vibrant and deeply moving celebration of the rich cultural backgrounds represented in our community. Through food, music, dance, storytelling, and student-led displays, this day invites us all to listen, learn, and honour the traditions, languages, and histories of one another. It’s a powerful reminder that our diversity is not only acknowledged—it’s cherished.

This inclusive spirit extends into our many social justice and outreach programs, which span across year groups and provide students with meaningful ways to serve others. These moments are particularly powerful during Lent, when students are invited to reflect on compassion, justice, and our shared human dignity.

In fact, this entire reflection was inspired by Taylor N in Year 9, whose recent Religious Education assessment beautifully linked the concept of outreach to others during Lent. Taylor’s insight—that outreach is a lived expression of our faith and our belief in the value of every person—perfectly captures what we aim to nurture in every student at St Luke’s.

We hope you enjoy the photos below, which celebrate just a few of the moments that reflect our deep commitment to connection, culture, and community. Thank you for continuing to partner with us in building a school where every child is known, valued, and loved.