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 May | Confirmation Sessions 2 & 3 at 4.45pm |
Week Five | |
Monday 26 May | Year Two Music Performance at 2.10pm P&F Forum 7pm |
Tuesday 27 May | Years 3-6 Netball at Holy Family |
Wednesday 28 May | Parent Workshop - Cybersafety online 6.30pm |
Friday 30 May | Stage 3 Interschools Debating Competition |
Saturday 31 May | Open Day 10am -12pm |
Sunday 1 June | Confirmation Session 4 at 4.45pm |
Week Six | |
Monday 2 June | Year One Music Performance at 2.10pm |
Tuesday 3 June | North 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 Seven | Wellbeing Week |
Monday 9 June | King's Birthday Public Holiday |
Tuesday 10 June | Assembly at 2.10pm Year 6 CSBB Leaders' Day |
Wednesday 11 June | Friendship Day - Parent workshop and picnic |
Friday 13 June | Athletics Carnival Back-up Stage 3 Interschools Debating Competition |
Week Eight | |
Mon. 16-Wed. 18 June | Stage 3 Excursion to Canberra |
Tuesday 17 June | SPARK - Maths Day at St Ives |
Thursday 19 June | School Tours |
Friday 20 June | Stage 3 Interschools Debating Competition |
Sunday 22 June | Confirmation Presentation of Certificates 10.15am Mass |
Week Nine | |
Monday 23 June | Kindergarten Music Performance at 2.10pm |
Tuesday 24 June | Parish 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 July | Parent Teacher Interviews (Conferences) |
Tuesday 1 July | 2.10pm Assembly |
Thursday 3 July | 100 Days of Kindy Students' last day Term Two |
Friday 4 July | CSBB System Staff Development Day (Pupil Free) |
Please CLICK HERE to read the Parents Charter from Catholic Schools Broken Bay.