Dear Parents and Carers,

As we come to the end of another wonderful term, I want to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s education. This week, you have had the chance to meet with your child’s teacher and discuss their learning progress, achievements, and areas for continued growth. These primary years lay the essential foundations for future success, and it is a privilege to witness our students growing in confidence, capability, and character.

As Principal, I remain committed to maximising learning time each day to ensure your child receives the best possible opportunities to reach their full potential.

I would also like to inform you of a change to our morning routine beginning Term 3. Our school day starts at 8:55am each morning. From the beginning of next term, we will hold a whole-school assembly only on Monday mornings, which will include our Acknowledgement of Country, School Prayer, National Anthem, and the raising of the flags.

From Tuesday to Friday, students will be greeted by the teacher on duty and move directly into class at 8:55am. Morning prayer will take place in classrooms, allowing students to calmly settle and begin learning by 9:05am.

We believe this small change will enhance the start of each day and support a more focused transition into learning.

Wishing you a safe, restful, and joyful holiday break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for Term 3.

Warm regards,

Angela Pecnik

Principal

Each day, we are so proud of our students who arrive at school wearing their uniform with pride. The Catholic Education Office Diocese of Wollongong and St Paul’s Catholic Parish Primary School, Albion Park, support the wearing of school uniform as it promotes a sense of belonging for students and creates a positive identity for the school community. School uniforms also contribute to the personal safety of students by allowing easier recognition of students both within the school grounds and in the wider community.

As we prepare for school photos next term, it is important that all students wear the correct school uniform each day.

Here is an extract from our school uniform policy. The full policy is linked to this section as well.

Formal Winter Uniform for Girls

• Navy skirt and tights

• Navy slacks

• School jumper with school emblem

• Navy cardigan

• Red or blue ribbons

• Blue shirt with scallop neckline

• Black leather shoes

• White socks, short or long

• School tie

• A blue skivvy may be worn under the blouse

Formal Winter Uniform – Optional for Girls

• Blue shorts/skort

• Blue blouse with scallop neckline

• Short crossover tie

Formal Winter Uniform for Boys

• Long grey trousers

• Blue long-sleeved shirt

• School tie

• Black leather shoes

• Grey socks, long or short

• School jumper with school emblem

• A blue skivvy may be worn under the shirt

Formal Winter Uniform – Optional for Boys

• Short sleeve open-necked blue shirt

• Grey shorts

• Elastic school tie

General Uniform Requirements

• Wear the correct school or sports uniform at all times

• Uniforms must be worn in a neat and tidy manner

• School shoes must be black

• All sports footwear must be appropriate and safe for physical activity

• All sports socks must be plain white

• Hair accessories must be in red or blue (no coloured decorations)

• Permitted jewellery: one pair of studs or sleepers (one per ear lobe), a watch, signet ring, or religious medals

• No nail polish or make-up

• School hat must be worn at recess, lunch, Physical Education, Sport, and all school excursions

Hair Cuts

• Hair must be neat and tidy

• Long hair (below the shoulder) must be tied back

• Extreme hairstyles and coloured hair are not permitted

Additional Expectations

• All students are expected to wear their school hat every day.

• All school shirts must be worn tucked in.

• Sports jackets are to be worn on sports days only.

If your child is not wearing the correct uniform the teacher will communicate with you via Compass. Please provide a note if your child is unable to wear the correct uniform for a period of time.

Thank you for your continued support in upholding our uniform expectations and fostering a strong sense of pride and unity in our school community.

Click here to access the full School Uniform Policy