Newsletter 13 - 28th August 2025

Parking 

Thank you to our school community for supporting the school during the building works. I understand parking can be challenging at drop off and pick up time. Parking is available on streets surrounding the school, including Last Street and Gilbert Street. Please do not park across footpaths as this forces pedestrians to walk onto the road.  When parking around the turning circle on Noone Street, staff and families are asked to park approximately 90 degrees across the circle, backing into the fence. This allows more people to park around the circle. Please be mindful of short term parking spaces in front of the school. Parents use these spaces to drop off and pick up children from childcare, and usually have children’s belongings to carry.

Five Day Kindergarten

We are excited to announce that our Five Day Kindergarten Program will continue in 2026. As part of our ongoing commitment to providing the best possible educational experience for our students, we will continue to offer both a 3-day and a 5-day Kindergarten program. This initiative aims to provide greater flexibility and support for our students and their families, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in an environment best suited to their needs.

This trial aims to assess the effectiveness and benefits of offering a more flexible Kindergarten schedule. Our goal is to create safe and adventurous learning environments where every child can grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually within our Catholic learning environment. By providing these options, we strive to meet the varied needs of our families and support each child's unique development journey. 

All Kindergarten students will participate in a three-day core program, held on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. These core days, in addition to physical and social development, will focus on essential academic learning, including comprehensive Literacy and Numeracy programs. The 3-day program is designed to gently introduce your child to the world of learning, allowing them to acclimate to the school environment at a comfortable pace.

In addition to the core three days, we are offering an extended five-day program for families who believe their child is ready for a more immersive Kindergarten experience. The additional days, Thursday and Friday, will emphasise social, fine, and gross motor development, complementing the academic curriculum of the core days.

Supporting Your Child’s Online Safety

Are you looking for practical ways to support your child’s safety online?

The eSafety Commissioner website has a dedicated section for parents and carers, full of helpful advice, resources, and webinars to help you navigate the digital world with your child.

Explore topics such as:

• Online safety basics
• Having tricky conversations
• Preventing child sexual abuse online
• Supporting under fives online
• Dealing with cyberbullying
• Webinars designed specifically for parents and carers

You can also subscribe to the free eSafety parent newsletter to stay updated with the latest tips and tools.

Visit: eSafety for Parents

Let’s work together to keep our children safe online.

Have a great week!

Carmen Aylott

Principal.

Midford has limited stock and sizes of our school rugby jumpers, which have now been reduced in price to $50.00. Please contact the Midford shop if you would like to purchase.