From the Principal's Desk
Mothers' Day Wrap
Our school community came together to celebrate Mother’s Day with a wonderful breakfast event on Friday morning. The dads cooked up a storm on the BBQ, serving delicious bacon and egg rolls while families enjoyed the chance to catch up and chat together. We were also lucky to enjoy beautiful sunshine, especially after the rain and cold snap the day before.
Later in the morning, students had the opportunity to purchase a gift at the Mother’s Day Stall, which, as usual, created plenty of excitement. A handmade gift is always extra special.
A big thank you to the PFA for organising such a lovely event. Their hard work helped make the day so memorable for our school community.
Moving into Our New Administration Building
We are excited to announce that we will be moving into our new Administration Building on Monday!
While there are still some landscaping works, decorating, and minor defect items to be completed over the coming weeks, the building is now operational and ready for use. We are looking forward to welcoming families into the new space very soon.
As a result of the move, please note the following important information:
- The Office will be closed from 9:15 am on Monday while the relocation takes place.
- Services will be very limited throughout the day, including phones and other office operations.
- Please refrain from collecting children early on Monday.
Changes to School Access & Traffic Flow
With the reopening of the front of the school, please note the following:
- The Ormond Road gates will be closed after drop-off at 9:15am.
- The front of the school (Geelong Road entrance) will reopen for traffic and entry.
- All cyclone fencing at the front of the school will be removed at the end of this week.
Traffic flow at the Geelong Road entrance will revert to pre-building works arrangements, including:
- Normal parking and student collection from the front entrance.
- The temporary 'drive-through' pick-up system will no longer operate.
Please carefully follow all traffic flow signs and instructions.
We also remind families:
- Do NOT park in Accessible Parking Bays unless you hold a valid permit.
- Please take extra care and be patient as our community adjusts back to the normal traffic flow arrangements.
The Front Office will be fully operational again from Tuesday morning. Yippee!
Thank you for your support and cooperation during this exciting transition.
Behaviour Warriors
Congratulations to Year 1/2R who were Behaviour Warriors this week for receiving the most tokens for displaying our positive behaviour traits:
- Being Safe
- Being Respectful
- Being Kind
- Being Responsible
- Being Learners
Full details below-
Dental Van Visit
We have partnered with Australian Smile Group!
Australian Smile Group provides dental services under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) via Medicare Bulk Billing, meaning there is no out-of-pocket cost. CDBS provides financial funding of $1558 per child every 2 calendar years for eligible children between the ages of 0-17 years.
Consent and Medical History Forms are to be completed and returned to the school should you wish to utilise this service for your child.
The Australian Smile Group Dental Van will be visiting our school the week beginning 22nd June 2026, which is the last week of Term 2.
We ask that the completed Consent and Medical History Forms be returned to the school office by Friday, 24th May.
For further information, please click on the link below to access the Australian Smile Group Information handbook.
Enrolments
Enrolments are now being taken for Year Prep 2027. If you have a child starting Prep next year, we kindly ask you to complete an enrolment form online via our website https://www.cckingsville.catholic.edu.au/enrolment-information/enrolment/
Alternatively, you can collect an enrolment form from the School Office.
Once enrolment forms are received, a "Get to Know You Interview' is scheduled, after which places are offered.
Should you know of other families seeking enrolment for Prep 2027, we kindly ask that you refer them to our school. Families can easily book a School Tour via our website.
Winter Uniform
All children will need to be wearing the full winter uniform from next Monday 18th May.
Have a wonderful week
God Bless
Anthony Hyde
(Principal)