The first day of Kindergarten!
It’s a milestone filled with excitement, pride and maybe a few nerves (for both you and your child!). Starting “big school” marks the beginning of a whole new adventure, and with a little preparation, you can help make those first weeks calm, confident and full of smiles.
1. Talk it up with excitement!
Children take their cues from you. Speak positively about school, the friends they’ll make, the fun activities and the stories they’ll hear. This helps build excitement rather than anxiety. If you’re feeling nervous, that’s normal too, just try to keep the focus on the positives!
2. Practise the little things
In the lead-up to school, have a few “practice mornings.” Pack the school bag, try on the uniform and walk or drive past the school together. Familiarity makes everything feel a little less overwhelming when the big day arrives.
3. Create a calm morning routine
Have a predictable morning - breakfast, get dressed, brush teeth, bag in hand. This helps children feel secure. Try it out before term starts so it becomes second nature. And remember: even if the first morning feels like a blur, a hug, a smile and a confident goodbye go a long way.
4. Expect tiredness (and big emotions)
Starting school is exciting and exhausting! Don’t be surprised if your child is extra tired or emotional in those first few weeks. Keep afternoons simple, with plenty of rest, snacks and downtime.
5. Stay connected
Ask open-ended questions like “What was the best thing you did today?” rather than “What did you learn?” And remember, every child settles in at their own pace. If you have any concerns, your child’s teacher is there to help.
Starting school is a big step, but it’s also the start of something wonderful - new friends, new skills and new adventures. At our Catholic schools, we’re here to partner with you in nurturing your child’s learning, faith and wellbeing from the very beginning.
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13 Feb 2026
From Facebook
A huge congratulations to 5 Green, 5 Yellow, 6 Green and 1 Blue for receiving the Best Class Award! 👏🌟 Your cooperation, respect, focus on learning and commitment to following school rules truly make you stand out. We are so proud of the way you represent our school each and every day. Keep shining and setting the standard! 💚💛💙
13 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Congratulations to our Students of the Week! 🌟👏 We absolutely loved hearing each of you speak so confidently and articulately about why you received this award. 🎤✨ You should be incredibly proud of yourselves! 😊💛 Keep shining brightly, striving for your best, and being wonderful role models in our school community. 🌟📚 We can’t wait to see what you achieve next! 🚀🎉
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13 Feb 2026
From Facebook
A huge congratulations to 5 Green, 5 Yellow, 6 Green and 1 Blue for receiving the Best Class Award! 👏🌟 Your cooperation, respect, focus on learning and commitment to following school rules truly make you stand out. We are so proud of the way you represent our school each and every day. Keep shining and setting the standard! 💚💛💙
13 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Congratulations to our Students of the Week! 🌟👏 We absolutely loved hearing each of you speak so confidently and articulately about why you received this award. 🎤✨ You should be incredibly proud of yourselves! 😊💛 Keep shining brightly, striving for your best, and being wonderful role models in our school community. 🌟📚 We can’t wait to see what you achieve next! 🚀🎉
12 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Today Year Three had a very special visitor ...... after reading the text, Mrs Spitzer’s garden, SHE CAME TO VISIT 🤩 It was great to see the surprised and excited faces of the students while they got to ask Mrs Spitzer questions 😃 Students then participated in a Hot Seat session where they took on the character of Mrs Spitzer themselves to practice stepping into the shoes of a character and seeing and feeling things through their eyes. Even the teachers joined in on the fun 😁
12 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Year 5 mathematicians were buzzing this week as they tackled a rich “Split 25” reasoning challenge. 🧠✨ Working in triads, students collaborated to test strategies, debate ideas and justify their thinking as they explored how to break a number into parts to create the largest possible product. The depth of discussion was impressive. The depth of discussion and mathematical reasoning was impressive. In Miss Spencer-Salt’s class, students even extended their thinking by representing repeated multiplication using exponents. The Year 5 teachers are so proud of the grit, curiosity and teamwork on display. Each day the students are showing that by actively listening, sharing ideas, asking questions and explaining our reasoning, we can move our thinking forward together. 💫
12 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Today five of our Year 6 students proudly represented our school at the Project Compassion Launch, joining with other CSPD schools in our shared mission to unite against poverty. It was an inspiring morning that reminded us of the power of compassion, action and hope when young people lead the way. A heartfelt thank you to St Andrew’s College for graciously transporting our students and supporting our involvement in this important initiative. We are grateful for your generosity and partnership. Together, we can make a difference. 💛
11 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Our Stage 3 Year 5 and 6 girls were inspired this week as we welcomed guest speakers from Nagle High School. 🌟 The team shared exciting insights into the wide range of academic, sporting and extracurricular opportunities on offer, along with leadership pathways, peer and mentor programs, and a strong focus on nurturing each young woman to flourish and reach her full potential. The Nagle presenters were genuinely impressed by the respect, focus and thoughtful questions from our exceptional students. They even shared that our St Andrew’s ladies would make an outstanding addition to the Nagle High School community. We are so proud of the confidence, curiosity and grace our Year 5 and 6 students continue to demonstrate. The future is bright in Stage 3 at St Andrew’s. 💫
11 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Year 1 and Year 2 have launched into the term with energy and enthusiasm at St Andrew’s Primary. 🚀 It has been a jam-packed fortnight of rich learning, with students engaging in purposeful on-the-mat and independent activities as they begin their learning journey together. Through thoughtful think-pair-share discussions, our young learners have explored big questions, unpacked new concepts, and worked together to build clear and achievable success criteria. Most importantly, they are demonstrating positive, respectful attitudes every step of the way. We are so proud of the confident and capable learners they are becoming. ✨
11 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Last week, our Year 6 students gathered for a beautiful Liturgy to begin the school year, reflecting on what it means to lead with respect, kindness and integrity. Each student was anointed as part of our 2026 leadership group, a special milestone as they step into their final year of primary school. After the Liturgy, they spent time journalling in their Soul Journals, exploring the leadership qualities they bring to our community and the goals they hope to achieve this year. We are so proud of the thoughtful, compassionate leaders they are becoming. 🌟
10 Feb 2026
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08 Feb 2026
From Facebook
What a great to start the 2026 school calendar year. Week One completed ☑️ with lots of learning and settling in. SAPS students are ready for a second week of learning, faith and fun! 👍
06 Feb 2026
From Facebook
This morning, we welcomed our families to join us for our first morning assembly of the year 🎉 A special congratulations to our Students of the Week who proudly shared why they received their awards. 🌟 🌟 We are very proud of them and look forward to watching them continue to shine in the year ahead 👏📚
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