FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Dear Parents and carers, 

Year 6 Confirmation

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting Bishop Peter Murphy in our parish and school community. Bishop Murphy visited Tamworth to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation with our Year 6 candidates during Mass on Saturday evening and Sunday morning.

Throughout this term, our Year 6 students have been preparing for the Sacrament under the guidance of their class teachers. This journey culminated in a Retreat Day last Friday, where Bishop Murphy spent an hour with the students, asking them about their chosen Saints and highlighting the significance of the Sacrament. Bishop Murphy was deeply impressed by their knowledge and thoroughly enjoyed the display of Saint artworks in our Auditorium.

During the Confirmation Masses, as our students were sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, they displayed remarkable reverence and respect, making their families and the school community proud.

I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our Religious Education Coordinator, Amanda Scott, for organising the entire program. Thank you also to our dedicated Year 6 teachers—Emma Elliott, Karen Dickie, Bree Constable, Abbey McCloskey, and Duane Henn—for their hard work in preparing and supporting the students. Special thanks to Fr Chris for celebrating the Confirmation Masses and offering his ongoing guidance, and to Bishop Murphy for spending time with our students and conferring the Sacrament.

P&F Trivia Night 

Our P&F Trivia Night on Saturday, 12th September was a fantastic success! The Holy Family Courtyard was transformed into an incredible open-air venue, and thankfully, the weather played along nicely. Plenty of laughs were shared by all—even if some of our general knowledge was a little questionable.

A huge thank you to Donna Pollock, the social committee, and the entire PT&F team for organising such a wonderful evening. With nearly 130 parents, staff, and community members in attendance, it was a memorable way to bring everyone together and strengthen the connections between school and home. We look forward to hosting this great event again in the future!

2026 Tuition Fees 

We would like to extend a sincere thank you to all our families for your ongoing support and commitment to our school community. Your timely payment of school fees plays a vital role in enabling us to provide the high-quality learning resources, facilities, and programs for our students.

As we move through the term, please be reminded that all school fees must be paid in full by Saturday, 21 November 2026.

If you would like to check your account balance or set up a payment plan, please check your Compass App. If you require financial assistance, please email me, in strict confidence, at pflynn@arm.catholic.edu.au.

Thank you once again for your partnership and continued support.

Have a safe and relaxing holiday, and we look forward to having everyone back happy and healthy to kick off Term 4. 

Mr Peter Flynn.