School News

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

22 October - Hugo 

B Year 1

23 October - Xanthe B Year 6

24 October - Finley K Year 1

26 October - Liam L Year 3

28 October - Max W Year 4 and Woodrow C Year 5

30 October - Ella DM Year 1 and Liam C Year 3

31 October - Audrey T Year 4

1 November - Aleira G Year 6 and Mason G Year 6

Acknowledgement of Country

Congratulations to our Kindergarten students, Callie, Matilda, Joseph, Sienna, Hugh and MacKenzie, who worked collaboratively to compose an Acknowledgement of Country our school can share at liturgies, assemblies and other special occasions. It is wonderful to see our youngest students contributing in such a meaningful way to the life of our school.

We thank Mrs Alyssa Piper for working alongside these students to compose this unique Acknowledgement of Country. We greatly appreciate Alyssa sharing her knowledge and supporting our students to deepen their understanding and respect for the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we learn and gather.

Diocesan Public Speaking Competition - Congratulations

Alba (Year 6) and Theo (Year 5), recently represented our school at the Regional Diocesan Public Speaking Competition. Both students confidently delivered polished, engaging speeches and we are very proud of them. 

Theo was rewarded 3rd Place which has earned him a place in the CEDoW Public Speaking Grand Final for 2026. We wish Theo all the best for this next stage which will be held at Our Lady Help of Christians, Rose Meadow, on 16 November.

Lost Property

If any of these items belong to you, please come and collect from the school office.

COMPASS App Update

From early November, the Compass app will receive its biggest upgrade yet, shaped by feedback from parents, students and staff.

Do I need to do anything?

No. The upgrade arrives as a normal app update, so there’s nothing new to download. If your app doesn’t update automatically, update it from the App Store or Google Play.

You may be asked to sign in again with your usual Compass details.

What’s new?

An improved absence form, easier conference bookings, widgets for your phone’s

home and lock screen, light and dark modes, and Apple Pay on iPhone for some payments. 

Where can I get help? Visit the parent guide at https://www.compass.education/guide/

If you have any questions about the new Compass app please contact the school office

Maths Olympiad (Stage 3)

Congratulations to our 22 Year 5 and 6 students who competed in this year's APSMO Maths Olympiad, an inter-school problem-solving competition for high-achieving students across Australia and New Zealand. 

A special acknowledgement to Toby (Year 6), who achieved an outstanding result, placing in the top 25% of all participants. This is a wonderful achievement and one of which we are incredibly proud. Congratulations, Toby!

Want to practice at home? Access free problem-solving resources on the APSMO website.

Maths Explorer (Stage 2) Recognition

Maths Explorer is a collaborative, non-competitive problem-solving program run by APSMO for Years 3–4 students across Australia and New Zealand.

Congratulations to our Encouragement Patch recipients:

All participants will receive a participation certificate.

2027 Change to School Fee Structure

Please find attached an important letter from the Catholic Education Office, Diocese of Wollongong, regarding a change to School Fee Structure beginning in 2027.

School Fees Due by 1 December 2026

Thank you to those families who have finalised their 2026 school fees.  The November statement has been sent.

If you are paying via instalments, please ensure these are up to date.  For anyone with an outstanding amount on their instalments, you will be contacted by the end of this week via email.

All fees must have  ZERO balance by 1 December 2026.

Should you be experiencing any difficulties in finalising your  school fees, please contact the school office to arrange a meeting with the Principal.

Parents & Friends Association General Meeting Term 4 - DATE CHANGE

Parents & Friends Association General Meeting Term 4 - 11 November

A reminder that our Term 4 General Meeting will be held in the School Hall on Wednesday 11 November at 7pm. At this meeting, we will be discussing the potential of changing the Girl's Winter Long Sleeve Shirt. I would also like to present an optional school shell jacket for colder days.

All parents and friends are warmly welcome.

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:

RESPECTFUL PLAY

*Be organised with lunch tubs * Include others in your games

‘Win Humbly and Lose Gracefully’ *Use equipment correctly and pack up responsibly * Respond to bells promptly by  - going to the toilet, collecting belongings and lining up quietly

Term 4 Sports Uniform Days

Canteen

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)

SJB Sushi Day - Thursday 5 November 2026

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Handbook

2026 Bus Timetable (Premier Charters)

2027 LOWES Price List - SJB School uniform