Dear Parents, Carers, Staff and Students,

In the first few weeks of this term Mrs Ferguson and I have had the pleasure to interview new and existing families who are seeking to enrol their child in Kindergarten for 2024. This enrolment process always provides the school with the wonderful opportunity to gain feedback, both positive and constructive, about the school. It has been very affirming to hear how St Anthony’s has such positive standing within the wider Picton community. I believe this stems from the beautiful and caring students who attend our school, the supportive parent body and the dedicated staff who give so generously of their time. 

One of the key initiatives we implemented in Term One was open tours of the school that were led by our Year Six leaders. Can I say how proud I am of our Year Six leaders. The positive feedback from the families speaks highly of the fine young men and women that they are becoming and highlights, in a very real way, how they can live out the words of our school prayer, to be ‘in your service to do good for others’.  

Student Attendance

Did you know that if students miss as little as eight days in a school term, they will have missed a year of education by the time they finish primary school. Our benchmark across the diocese is 95% attendance. You are encouraged to read through the attached factsheet to provide you with information about attendance. Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

Take Care

Mr Justin Devlin

Principal