Principal's Message
Dear Holy Family Parents,
Semester One Reports
As we move towards the end of Semester One, our teachers have been deeply immersed in the important and thoughtful work of preparing student reports. Over recent weeks, they have been carefully gathering learning data, observing each child in the classroom, reviewing goals, and reflecting on individual progress.
At Holy Family, this process is much more than completing reports — it is about truly knowing our students. Guided by our motto of Strength and Gentleness, our teachers approach this work with both professional rigour and a genuine care for each child. They take time to recognise every student’s strengths, nurture their growth, and thoughtfully consider the next steps in their learning journey.
Semester One reports will be available via Compass next Friday afternoon. These reports provide a meaningful snapshot of your child’s learning so far, highlighting both their achievements and areas for continued growth.
This will be followed by an opportunity to connect more personally during our Parent-Teacher Conferences in Week 10, where teachers will discuss your child’s progress in greater detail and answer any questions you may have. We encourage you to take time to read the report with your child, celebrating their efforts and growth along the way.
☕ Coffee and a Chat with the Principal
Date: Thursday 23 July Time: 8.50-9.50am Location: Library
Come along for a relaxed and welcoming opportunity to connect.
Join us for coffee and conversation in an informal setting where parents and carers are invited to:
Ask questions
- Share ideas and suggestion
- Discuss aspects of school life
- Build connections within our school community
Mercy Catholic College - Enrolment Deadline!
Did you know that Mercy Catholic College has updated its enrolment deadlines to align with CSBB?
Many families are unaware that applications close while students are still in Year 4.Applications for Year 7, 2029 will close on Wednesday 1 July.
Places are in high demand, with waitlists currently in place for 2027 and 2028 across all year groups. If you are considering Mercy Catholic College as a secondary school for your daughter, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Kindergarten 2027 – Sibling Applications are OVERDUE!
Download and complete the Enrolment Application Form and submit with supporting documentation directly to hfl@dbb.org.au.
This information is essential in helping us plan ahead and determine sibling placements before offers are made to new families.
| Term Two - Tuesday 21 April to Thursday July 2 | |
| Term Three - Tuesday July 21 to Thursday September 24 | |
| Term Four - Monday October 12 to Tuesday December 15 | |
| TERM 2 | |
| Week 9 | |
| Tues 16 June | Stage 3 North Shore Soccer Gala Day at Koola Park |
| Fri 19 June | Semester One Reports |
| Week 10 | PARENT/ TEACHER CONFERENCES (Kinder to Year 6) |
| Tues 23 June | Stage 2 North Shore Soccer Gala Day at Koola Park |
| Fri 26 June | School Disco |
| Week 11 | |
| Thurs 2 July | Students last day for Term 2 |
| Fri 3 July | Whole of System - Staff Development Day |
| Term 3 | |
| Week 1 | |
| Monday 20 July | North Shore precinct - Staff Development Day |
| Tuesday 21 July | Students commence Term 3 |
| Thursday 23 July | Coffee and a Chat |
| Friday 24 July | 100 Days of Kindergarten |
| Week 2 | |
| Monday 27 July | Curriculum Overviews available |
| Tuesday 28 July | Musica Viva performance |
| Friday 31 July | Maxi "Mate at the Gate" and 2.10pm Assembly |
| Week 3 | |
| Friday 7 August | August Census 9am St Mary of the Cross of the Cross Mass Winter Sleepout |
| Week 4 | |
| Monday 10 August | 2027 Kindy Transition No. 1 |
| Thursday 13 August | North Shore Athletics Carnival |
| Friday 14 August | 2027 Kindy Transition No. 2 2.10pm Assembly |
| Saturday 15 August | Feast of the Assumption |
| Week 5 | |
| Monday 17 August | Whole of System - Staff Development Day Curriculum Reform |
| Wednesday 19 August | P&F Forum meeting 7pm |
| Thursday 20 August | North Shore Public Speaking Finals at Holy Family |
| Sunday 23 August | Children's Mass - Year 3 at 10.15am |
| Week 6 Wellbeing Week | |
| Monday 24 August | Book Week - Author visit |
| Tuesday 25 August | School photos - Winter uniform |
| Wednesday 26 August | Write A Book In A Day - Stage 3 |
| Thursday 27 August | Book Week Parade |
| Friday 28 August | Open Day - Leader in Me & Friendology 2.10pm Assembly |
| Week 7 | |
| Friday 4 September | Father's Day Breakfast and Mass Maxi "Mate at the Gate" |
| Week 8 | |
| Thursday 10 September | RUOK night |
| Friday 11 September | 2.10pm Assembly LASF set-up |
| Week 9 | |
| Wednesday 16 September | Parish Pastoral Council meeting |
| Thursday 17 September | Year 5 & 6 Class Mass |
| Friday 18 September | Maxi "Mate at the Gate" LASF - Opening Evening |
| Saturday 19 September | LASF - Fair |
| Sunday 20 September | LASF |
| Week 10 | |
| Thursday 24 September | 9am School mass Zing Interschools Challenge Term 3 concludes for students |
| Friday 25 September | Spirituality Staff Development Day |
We are very excited to share the new Catholic Schools Broken Bay (CSBB) Partnership Principles: A Commitment by both Families and Schools.
CSBB recognises that a strong, respectful partnership between families and schools is essential to the wellbeing, growth and success of every student. The CSBB Partnership Principles are an enhanced version of the Parent Charter, reflecting our shared commitment to working together with trust, openness and mutual respect.
These principles outline the responsibilities we hold together, families and schools, to foster positive partnerships, support learning, and create safe, inclusive communities where every child can flourish.
CSBB Website Link Catholic Schools Broken Bay Parents and Carers