Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Carers,

 

North Shore Review

The North Shore Review is a strategic initiative launched by Catholic Schools Broken Bay (CSBB) as part of their strategic vision. It focuses on evaluating and enhancing Catholic education across schools in the North Shore Precinct.

Purpose: To assess how well current schools meet community needs and to explore opportunities for improvement and collaboration.

Schools Involved: Includes Mercy College Chatswood, Our Lady Dolours Chatswood, St Philip Neri Northbridge, St Thomas Willoughby, Holy Family Lindfield, Sacred Heart Pymble, Our Lady of Perpetual Succour West Pymble, and Corpus Christi St Ives

 

As part of our commitment to continuous improvement and community engagement, I’m delighted that our school is actively participating in the North Shore Review. This review offers a valuable opportunity to reflect on how we serve our students and families, and how we can grow stronger together as a Catholic learning community. Through surveys and consultation sessions, your voice will help shape the future direction of Catholic education in our region.

I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the parents who were able to attend the special consultation meeting with Danny Casey held at Sacred Heart Pymble last week. Your presence and thoughtful contributions are deeply appreciated and play a vital role in guiding this important work.

We are proud to be part of a network of schools working collaboratively to ensure that every child receives a faith-filled, high-quality education. I will keep you updated as the review progresses and look forward to sharing more about how your feedback is helping shape the future of our school and community.

 

Together, Let’s Shape the Future of the Family Journey Experience - Survey  

While many participated in face-to-face precinct-based sessions, we understand not everyone could attend. To ensure every voice is heard, we have created a short online survey to capture your insights, reflections, and ideas. 

 

Your feedback will help us: 

 

·        Build on what’s working well, 

·        Identify opportunities for improvement, and 

·        Strengthen the Family Journey from Baptism through to post-school life. 

 

Survey responses will be reviewed by the Director of Schools and the CSBB Board to help shape a shared and sustainable vision for our schools. 

 

Together, Let’s Shape the Future of the Family Journey Experience 

 Please complete the survey by Friday, 23 May 2025. 

 Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. Your voice is valued and plays a vital role in building strong, faith-filled school communities. 

 

📢Saturday Open Day – Spread the Word!

Due to recent enquiries, we’re excited to announce a special Saturday Open Day on May 31, from 10:00 AM.

 

We warmly invite prospective families with children starting school in 2026 to come along and see why our school is the perfect choice for their child’s educational journey. It’s a great opportunity to experience first-hand where the future of LEADERSHIP begins. 🌟

 

What to Expect:

• Meet and greet with our Principal

• Chat with our dedicated teachers and senior students

• Explore our outstanding learning spaces and facilities

• Get a feel for a day in the life at our school

 

📅 Upcoming Open Day Dates:

Saturday, May 31 | 10:00 AM

Thursday, August 7 | 9:00 AM

 

🔗 Register your interest today: https://bit.ly/4hFc6Ki

 

Please help us spread the word by sharing this invitation with friends and family in your community!

Download the Enrolment Application Formhere.

 

Kindest regards,

Pauline Dinale - Principal

2025 Term Dates

Sunday 25 MayConfirmation Sessions 2 & 3 at 4.45pm
Week Five 
Monday 26 May

Year Two Music Performance at 2.10pm

P&F Forum 7pm

Tuesday 27 MayYears 3-6 Netball at Holy Family
Wednesday 28 MayParent Workshop - Cybersafety online 6.30pm
  
Friday 30 MayStage 3 Interschools Debating Competition
Saturday 31 MayOpen Day 10am -12pm
Sunday 1 JuneConfirmation Session 4 at 4.45pm
Week Six  
Monday 2 JuneYear One Music Performance at 2.10pm
Tuesday 3 JuneNorth Shore Stage 3 Soccer Gala Day at Koola Park
Thursday 5 June

Pentecost Mass 

School Tours

Confirmation 5pm at Killara and 7pm at Lindfield

Friday 6 June School K to Year 6 Athletics Carnival
Week SevenWellbeing Week
Monday 9 JuneKing's Birthday Public Holiday
Tuesday 10 June

Assembly at 2.10pm

Year 6 CSBB Leaders' Day

Wednesday 11 JuneFriendship Day - Parent workshop and picnic
Friday 13 June

Athletics Carnival Back-up 

Stage 3 Interschools Debating Competition

Week Eight 
Mon. 16-Wed. 18 JuneStage 3 Excursion to Canberra
Tuesday 17 JuneSPARK - Maths Day at St Ives
Thursday 19 JuneSchool Tours
Friday 20 JuneStage 3 Interschools Debating Competition
Sunday 22 JuneConfirmation Presentation of Certificates 10.15am Mass
Week Nine 
Monday 23 JuneKindergarten Music Performance at 2.10pm
Tuesday 24 JuneParish Pastoral Council meeting
Friday 27 June

Grandparent's Day - 9am Open Classrooms, 10am Mass and 11am Morning Tea

School Reports due

Week Ten 
Mon. 30 June to Thurs. 3 JulyParent Teacher Interviews (Conferences)
Tuesday 1 July2.10pm Assembly
Thursday 3 July 

100 Days of Kindy

Students' last day Term Two

Friday 4 JulyCSBB System Staff Development Day (Pupil Free)

 

Please CLICK HERE to read the Parents Charter from Catholic Schools Broken Bay.