School News

How To Read My Child’s Report Workshop

From 3pm on Thursday, 25 June, parents will be able to access their child’s Semester One Academic Report via the Compass Parent Portal. 

These reports provide a summary of each student's achievement and progress across the learning areas taught during the first semester. 

A standards-referenced approach is used to report student achievement in NSW. 

Achievement grades are based on the NSW Common Grade Scale and reflect the student's demonstrated knowledge, understanding and skills against the outcomes taught and assessed during the reporting period (Terms 1 & 2). Teachers make professional on-balance judgements to decide which grade description best matches the standards their students have achieved at a particular point in time. These decisions are based on evidence of achievement and information teachers have collected during the teaching and learning.

The report also includes information about the student's effort and learning behaviours. If you would like to make time to discuss this Report with your child’s teacher, please contact the school office.

To provide parents with an overview of the Academic Report, including how to read the report and the rationale behind its format and structure as well as clarify your understanding, I will be presenting a 30 minute session in the hall tomorrow, 23 June at 9am. 

PB4L (Positive Behaviour for Learning)

 PB4L Expectations and Reminders

Setting clear expectations for behaviour and uniform is essential to ensure all students are Respectful, Responsible, and Safe. To reinforce these standards, we are regularly re-teaching our school's expectations within individual classes and across the whole school, making sure every student is well-informed. We appreciate parents' support in promoting these high expectations with their children.

Ask your child about the weekly focus for students.

This fortnight's focus:

Be People of Welcome & Inclusion!

   Show for self and others:

All staff (office, casual teachers, canteen, specialist teachers); All students, parents & visitors

Listen and respond respectfully in games and collaborative tasks (include others); Promote safety by using your manners, showing empathy and gratitude; Be responsible by waiting your turn and managing impulsivity

Kindergarten - Enjoying Recess on the Adventure Playground

We have recently opened the Over the Bridge area as another play space on the Adventure Playground - the children are loving it! Here are a few photos from recess on Thursday:

2026 World Cup - Green & Gold Day

We are very excited to be supporting the World Cup! At last week's assembly, we held a draw and allocated every class, staff member and family a country to follow throughout the tournament.

The competition is on, with the country that performs the best by the end of the World Cup earning its supporters a mufti day. We look forward to seeing which country comes out on top and enjoying some friendly rivalry along the way!

This Friday, 26 June, students are invited to wear green and gold to support the Socceroos as they take on Paraguay. Students will also have the option of watching the game at 12noon. If students would rather wear a soccer jersey of their choice to celebrate the Beautiful Game - then go for it! 

Happy Birthday

Wishing all our students a very happy birthday who celebrated their special day over the last fortnight.

9 June - Ziva B Year 3

11 June - Maggie R Year 4

14 June - Alexandra N Year 4

15 June - Neave E Year 2 and Thomas G Year 2

16 June - Harrison N Year 6 and Lewis B Year 6

17 June - Gabriela L Kinder and Margot G Year 3

18 June - Eleanor H Year 5

20 June - Anastasia P Year 2 and Blair B Year 3

22 June - Oscar M Year 2, Ashton D Year 4, Gracie O Year 5

Protect Your Child This Winter – Free Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine Available

As we move through the winter respiratory illness season, NSW Health is encouraging families to take simple steps to protect themselves and others from influenza (flu).

Influenza is a highly contagious respiratory illness that can spread quickly in schools and other settings where people are in close contact. While many people recover at home, influenza can cause serious illness and complications, particularly in young children. Vaccination remains the best protection against severe illness and hospitalisation.

Free Nasal Spray Vaccine for Children and Teenagers

NSW Health is offering a free nasal spray influenza vaccine for children and young people aged 2 to 17 years for a limited time. The vaccine is:

• Needle-free and painless.

• Given as a quick spray into each nostril.

• Approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).

• Available through participating GPs, pharmacies and Aboriginal Medical Services while supplies last.

The nasal spray vaccine provides families with an alternative option for children who may be anxious about needles and aims to increase protection against influenza across the community.

Why Vaccination Matters

Children can become seriously ill from influenza and can also spread the virus to family members and others in the community. Schools are environments where respiratory illnesses can spread easily, making vaccination an important step in reducing illness and absenteeism during winter.

Find Out More

Parents and carers can access information and resources from NSW Health:

• NSW Health – Influenza Information

• NSW Health – Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine Information

• NSW Health – Influenza Information for Families with Young Children

We encourage all families to consider vaccination and speak with their GP, pharmacist or Aboriginal Medical Service about the most appropriate option for their child.

2026 Book Club Issue 4 - NOW CLOSED

Issue 4 is now closed.

Books will be delivered in the week beginning 22 June 2026.

All orders above $19.50 receive a $5 discount code to spend on Issue 5. 

Thank you for supporting the Book Club.

ICAS Assessments

Years 3-6 students at St Joseph’s have the opportunity to participate in the University of New South Wales ICAS Assessments this year.

ICAS is designed to target students’ higher-order thinking and problem-solving skills in English, Mathematics, Science, Spelling and Digital Technologies and is not compulsory.

If your child is interested, parents must register and pay online by  20 July 2026 through the Parent Payment System, NO payment will be taken via the school office.

Miguel Aguilera

Assistant Principal 

Premier Reading Challenge

The Premier's Reading Challenge is up and running. Here are a few quick updates about the challenge

K-2 will complete their challenge with stories read throughout the year at school. Although if you would like to add in your own reads from home please contact the office and I will send home your child's login details.

3-6 will complete their own challenge online. If your child is interested in completing the challenge and is in grades 3-6 please email the office and I will send home their login and a link to the website where the reading lists and self login page can be found.

The challenge ends on the 18th of September. You are welcome to add in any books your children have read from the beginning of this school year. 

Happy Reading!

Mrs Pirie

Libarian

Sport

Term 2 Sports Uniform Days

MacKillop Football (Soccer) Trials

Congratulations to Arlo B Year 5 who was recently selected in the MacKillop Football (Soccer) team after a highly competitive selection process. We wish Arlo all the very best when she competes in the NSWPSSA Soccer Trials next term. 

MacKillop Touch Football Trials

Congratulations to Zane N and Grace M in Year 6 who were selected in the MacKillop Touch Football teams. We wish them the best of luck as they compete in the NSWPSSA Championships next term. Well done!

Milk Crate Circus - Years 1 & 2 - Week 5, 7, 9 and 10

We are excited to share that Years 1 and 2 will be participating in a mobile circus gymnastic program run by Corie Hurry, a 2015 graduate of Australia's National Institute of Circus Arts and Advanced Gymnastics with over 15 years of coaching and performing experience. 

This will take place at school during Weeks, 5, 7, 9 and 10 on a Monday. 

Please note that students will be required to remove and put their shoes back on independently during the gymnastics sessions. We encourage families to support children in practising this skill at home to help them feel confident and prepared.

Anne-Marie Clarkson

Middle Leader

Canteen

Our canteen is offering SUSHI on Thursday 25 June 2026.  

Cut off is 9.30am Tuesday 23 June 2026.  

Order via FlexiSchools

Cash purchases for snacks and drinks can be made at recess and lunchtime. Snacks and drinks can also be ordered via the new platform FlexiSchools.

Lunch orders

Orders for lunch can only be made through Flexischools.  Please note that orders close at 9.15am daily.  Orders cannot be placed after this time. 

Note:  Canteen is CLOSED MONDAYS

Flexischool Parent Support Line - 1300 361 769 (Hours: 7.00am-12.00 noon)

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Handbook

2025 Bus Timetable (Premier Charters)