Principal's News

Dear Parents, Carers and St John’s Community Members,

I hope you all enjoyed a relaxing, safe, and joyful Christmas and New Year, filled with special moments shared with family and friends.

As we begin a new school year at St John’s, we do so as a faith-filled community with high hopes and expectations for every child. By working closely in partnership with families, we aim to ensure each student feels welcomed, valued, supported, and encouraged to grow in all aspects of their learning and development.

I am very much looking forward to welcoming everyone back next week for assessment days and hearing all about the children’s holiday adventures. It will be wonderful to reconnect and begin the year together.

While late nights and relaxed morning routines have been a joy over the holidays, it is a great time to now gently ease back into school routines. We encourage families to begin re-establishing regular bedtimes so students are well-rested, ready for the day, and set up for a positive start to the school year. Don't forget to wash the school hat, check out the length of the school dresses so they are suitable and get the children used to their new school shoes!

Below are some important details to help ensure a smooth and happy transition back to school for both you and your children.

STUDENT ASSESSMENT DAYS:

As previously communicated, we will kick off the academic year with assessment days on Thursday, 29 January and Friday, 30 January, for students in Years 1 - 6. These Assessment days are important as they provide our dedicated teachers with the opportunity to connect with your child and gather valuable data to support their ongoing learning journey. Please ensure the students are at school for a 8:45am start and are picked up at 3:20pm.

• Students with surnames A - L are scheduled for Thursday, January 29, from 8:45 am to 3:20 pm.

• Students with surnames M - Z are scheduled for Friday, January 30, from 8:45 am to 3:20 pm.

   

Please note: Some families have been asked to come on a different day due to balancing numbers so please read the letter sent home with your child at the end of last year to confirm your testing day.

On these days, students are required to bring their headphones and be in their summer uniform, including the school hat and sunscreen. Please ensure your child brings their food and a bottle of water. 

Booklist ordering has been completed by the school, as communicated in 2025. We ask that students bring 

• headphones
• art smock 
• 2025 art folio (new students will receive these once they return to school), 
• 2 boxes of tissues, a packet of Antibacterial wipes and a packet of Chux. 

STUDENTS COMMENCE FULL TIME:

All students commence on Monday 2 February, including Prep students. 

WELCOME COFFEE VAN:

To foster a sense of community and connection, we invite all parents and carers to join us on the top yard on  Monday 2 February from 8:35 am for a coffee. This is a wonderful opportunity to reunite with existing St John’s families and extend a warm welcome to our new families.

UNIFORM SHOP:

For any last-minute uniform needs, orders can be conveniently placed via the PIC online store - https://st-johns-pic.square.site/

Important dates:  

Please refer to the calendar in this newsletter

Please note...

 Getting to Know You Meetings will be held early in the term. We will open bookings on the 2 February. 

Tuesday 10 February

Students dismissed at 1pm for  Getting to Know You Meetings

Wednesday 11 February

Getting to Know You Meetings 3:40- 5pm

Upcoming PIC Events

We appreciate your support and look forward to a successful and enriching school year ahead.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.

Kind regards,

Alison Dean

Principal -St John’s

Staffing 2026