Principal's Message

2026 Student Leadership Team

We are delighted to share that on Wednesday 3 December, our Year 5 students will participate in a significant milestone. The selection process for the 2026 Student Leadership Team at St Anthony’s.

This event marks a pivotal moment in our students’ journey, as they step forward to express their leadership aspirations through speeches that reflect their values, vision, and commitment to our school community.

At St Anthony’s, we believe that leadership is integral to lifelong learning. Every student in their final year of primary school deserves the opportunity to demonstrate and develop leadership skills. These experiences not only prepare them for the transition to secondary school but also lay the foundation for their future roles in society.

Our school motto, Love and Service, is the heart of our leadership philosophy. We encourage students to lead with compassion, humility, and a genuine desire to serve others. Leadership at STA is not about titles. It’s about being a role model, fostering unity and living out the Charism and spirituality of our Catholic tradition.

A Mini Vinnies Social Justice Leaders will be established in Stage 3, these leaders will play a key role in supporting and promoting school initiatives that reflect our commitment to social justice and community engagement.

📘 Our Guiding Principles

We aim to:

• Empower students to make meaningful contributions to school life

• Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment

• Uphold PBL expectations: Be Safe. Be Respectful. Be Responsible

• Encourage personal qualities such as cooperation, honesty, and pride in appearance

• Create a welcoming school culture where every voice matters

We look forward to witnessing the passion and promise of our future leaders as they deliver their speeches. Thank you for your continued support in nurturing leadership that is grounded in love and service.

Kindergarten Research

Year 6 Career Talks and Workshops

Year 6 students have been fortunate to host several visitors who shared insights about their professions. 

All our speakers underscored the importance of continuous learning and adapting to changes in their careers. Looking ahead, we are excited to welcome business professionals and staff who will offer tips on preparing for high school.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the parents who have generously shared their stories with Year 6.

Kindergarten Orientation Sessions

On 30 October and 6 November, we were thrilled to host two successful Kindergarten Orientation sessions, welcoming our newest families into the school community. These sessions were thoughtfully designed to support both parents and children as they prepare for the exciting transition into school life.

Throughout the sessions, families were introduced to key aspects of our school, including:

• 📚 School Wide Pedagogy: Our teaching and learning approach
• 🤝 Parent-School Partnership: Building strong connections
• 🎓 Stages K–6: Understanding the journey ahead
• 📖 Curriculum: Religious Education, English, Mathematics, Physical Education, Science & Technology, Geography, History, PDH, CAPA
• 🌟 Positive Behaviours for Learning, Wellbeing Program: U R Strong
• 🕘 Kindergarten Timetable

We were also inspired by presentations from our School Captains Lila and Luke, who shared insights on preparing for school and supporting a smooth transition. Parents enjoyed viewing our A Day of Kindergarten video, which offered a heartwarming glimpse into the daily life of our youngest learners.

A heartfelt thank you to our Parents & Friends President, Sean Sheridan, for his ongoing support and involvement. To top it all off, the Class of 2026 spent time with their Year 5 buddies, engaging in storytelling and creative crafts. It was a joy to see these budding friendships begin to blossom. We look forward to officially welcoming our Kindergarten students in 2026 and sharing many memorable moments together.

Semester 2 - 2025 Student Reports 

Classroom teachers are completing a range of assessments with their classes over these weeks of Term 4 and will shortly be writing the Semester 2 Student Reports. We plan to have the Semester 2 Student Reports available online via the Compass Portal on Friday 5 December 2025.

Remembrance Day

Last week we were privileged to be part of our Remembrance Day service. Every year at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, millions around the world pause in silence to remember the sacrifices many have made so we can enjoy life today. This is a very important day across the globe and a tradition our school continues to uphold. Well done to Year 4 who led such a beautiful service. 

A special commendation goes to Years 3 & 4 for leading such a beautiful and heartfelt service. Your dedication and poise truly honoured the significance of the day.

Ode of Remembrance  

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; 

Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. 

At the going down of the sun and in the morning 

We will remember them. 

Lest we forget

Swimming Carnival

Please take a moment to read through all the information regarding our upcoming Swimming Carnival. It contains important details about the schedule, what students need to bring, and how the day will run. Your support in reviewing this ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone involved. We’re looking forward to a fantastic day of fun, teamwork, and school spirit!

Playground Opening 

SCECS

We are delighted to let you know that SCECS will be offering care during the January school holidays. In addition, care will also be available on the first Staff Development Day, Wednesday 28 January 2026. This is a wonderful opportunity to ensure your children are cared for in a safe, supportive and engaging environment. 👉 Bookings are now open! 

🌟 Enrolments Now Open for Kindergarten 2027! 🌟

We are excited to announce that enrolments for Kindergarten 2027 at St Anthony’s Clovelly are now open.

If you know of families considering enrolment, or if you have a sibling ready to join our school community, we warmly invite you to begin the process by visiting our website.   

To help families experience the spirit of our school, we have also scheduled Open Days in 2026. These will be a wonderful opportunity to meet our staff, see our classrooms in action and learn more about the values and learning environment that make St Anthony’s so special.

Week 4 & 5 Assembly - Congratulations to the award recipients!

Yours in Partnership

Anna Novak

Principal