Useful Information
ST AIDAN'S STAFF 2024
Principal: Mrs Rachel Baker
Acting Assistant Principal: MsFenna Di Maggio
Acting Religious Education Coordinator: Mrs Jenna Smithson
Sport Coordinator: MissJessica Preece
CAPA Coordinator: Miss Katherine Siapkas
Teacher Librarian: Mrs Carin Gerrard
K-6 Sport & Performing Arts Teacher: Miss Jesi Hinds
Reading Recovery Teacher: Mrs Sue Karolis
Visual Arts Teacher: Mrs Bianca Harris
Choir Teacher: MrsHelen Shaw
Family Educator: Ms Mary Dillon Pollinger
Senior Support Officer:: Mrs Amanda Griffith
Support Officer: Mrs Lisa Cummins
Learning Support Officer: Mrs Maria-Amparo Kelly
Learning Support Officer: Mr Billy Bouris
Learning Support Officer: Miss Mia Phillips
School Counsellor: Miss Chanel Cortesano
CLASS TEACHERS
Year 6 Teacher: Mr Sean Brett
Year 5 Teacher: Mr Jack McGrath
Year 4 Teacher: Mrs Claire Ripepi
Year 3 Teacher: Miss Katherine Siapkas
Year 2 Teacher: Miss Jessica Preece
Year 1 Teacher: Mrs Jenna Smithson
Kindergarten Teacher: Ms Basilia Buonocore
CLASS SUPPORT TEACHERS
Year 5 & 6 Support Teacher: Mrs Simone Fenech
Year 3 & 4 Support Teacher: Mrs Carin Gerrard
Year 2 Support Teacher: Ms Sarah Clayton
Year 1 Support Teacher: Mrs Angelique Vaneris
Kinder Support Teacher: Mrs Bianca Harris
SCHOOL HOURS
- Supervision is provided in the morning from 8.30am.
- All children are expected to be at school in time for the bell at 8.50am.
- Students who arrive after this time are required to have an adult sign them in at the school office before proceeding to their class.
- Classes finish at 3:10pm and students are dismissed from the front playground at 3.10pm.
- Supervision is provided on the playground until 3.30pm.
- Students who need to leave school before 3.10pm must be signed out at the school office by an adult before leaving the school grounds.
FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM
We love sharing stories & photos of all the AMAZING things happening here at St Aidan's! Please follow St Aidan’s on Facebook & Instagram to view all the great things taking place at our school.
SUMMER UNIFORM
Please see the full school summer uniform outlined below.
Please note the boys summer uniform states that the boys are to wear the White Shirt with Logo. Students who already have a plain white shirt may continue wearing this. When parents purchase new white shirts we ask you to please purchase the White Shirt with the School Logo.
A friendly reminder to label students clothing and items clearly so it can be easily returned.
| GIRLS | BOYS |
|---|---|
Tartan Dress White Socks NOT ankle socks Black Shoes - no boots | Navy Shorts White Short Sleeve Shirt with Logo Navy Socks NOT ankle socks Black Shoes - no boots |
WINTER UNIFORM
Students are to start wearing their winter uniform after the Mother's Day weekend. Monday 13th May. Please see below for the correct Winter uniform.
| BOYS | GIRLS |
|---|---|
Long Navy Pants School Tie White Long Sleeve Shirt Navy School Zip Front/V Neck Sloppy Joe with School Crest Navy School All Weather Jacket Navy School Beanie with Crest Navy Socks Black Shoes - no boots Navy Gloves & Scarves permitted NO SKIVVIES | Winter Tartan Uniform or Tartan Slacks School Tie White Long Sleeve Shirt Navy School Zip Front/V Neck Sloppy Joe with School Crest Navy School All Weather Jacket Navy School Beanie with Crest Navy Tights or Navy Short Socks Black Shoes - no boots Navy Gloves & Scarves permitted NO SKIVVIES |
School uniforms can be purchased from Lowes Eastgardens and the Lowes online store. St Aidan's have a dedicated web page at www.lowes.com.au/schoolsonline for parent ease of purchase.
St Aidan’s P & F Second Hand Uniform Shop
The St Aidan’s Second Hand Uniform Shop will be open Wednesday mornings during the Term. Opening times are 8:00am – 8:50am.
You may also email your order to the school office by COB Thursday, including child’s full name, class and pay via direct debit. Orders will be filled on a Friday and sent home with the student. Any exchanges or refunds must be organised in person on Fridays during school term when the uniform shop is open.
P & F Bank Direct Details:
Name: St Aidan's Parents and Friends Association
BSB: 062198
A/C No: 00905559
All proceeds from the Uniform Shop go to the St Aidan’s Parents and Friends Association.
Please email the school office with any Uniform Shop enquiries/online orders.
BEFORE AND AFTER CARE
Camp Australia is our our provider for care out of school hours. Before and After school care is available Monday to Friday. Opening hours are 7am - 8:30am and 3:10pm - 6pm.
Please click on the Camp Australia link to register your child or contact Camp Australia Customer Care on 1300 105 343.
BOTANY BITES LUNCH ORDERS
Lunch orders are available to order from Botany Bites through the Flexi Schools App.
Welcome Letter from Botany Bites Catering
How to register with Flexischools
How to order with Flexischools
BIRTHDAY TREATS
To celebrate birthdays in the classroom please send either Lollipops (Chupa Chups), Icy Poles/Zooper Doopers or small cupcakes/doughnuts and a reminder that these options need to be NUT FREE. Students who are dairy or gluten intolerant will have the option of an Icy Pole which will be supplied by the school. Should any parents not wish for their child to eat any of these treats please contact the school office.
HOLY FAMILY CHURCH MASS TIMES
Saturday Vigil 5.00pm after 1st Sunday in April (Daylight Saving ends)
5.30pm after 1st Sunday in October (Daylight Saving begins)
Sunday 8.00am, 9.30am, 6.00pm
Monday 9:10 am
Tuesday 9:10 am
Wednesday 9:10 am
Thursday 9:10 am
Friday 9:10 am
Saturday 9:10 am
Reconciliation Saturdays – after 9.10am Mass & before Vigil Mass