Term 3, Week 10 - 18th September, 2025

From the Acting Principal

Dear Families,

As we wrap up Term 3, I want to take a moment to thank our students, staff, and families for their continued commitment and energy throughout the term. It’s been a busy few weeks filled with learning, growth, and community spirit.

From classroom achievements to extracurricular successes, our school continues to thrive thanks to the dedication of our team and the support of our families. Whether it was the athletics carnival, excursions, or classroom projects, Term 3 has been a celebration of effort and excellence.

As we head into the break, I encourage everyone to take time to rest, recharge, and reconnect. Term 4 promises to be just as exciting, with many key events and milestones ahead.

Key Dates – Term 4

Here are some important dates to keep in mind as we prepare for Term 4:

October

• Tuesday 7 October – Term 4 begins
• Wednesday 15 October – Parent Engagement Network Meeting 
• Friday 17, 24 & 31 October - Pathway2Prep Transition Days
  
• Friday 31 October – World Teachers’ Day & Day for Daniel (wear red)

November

• Wednesday 12 November - Parent Engagement Network Meeting & 75 Years of SMG Planning Meeting #3
• Wednesday 19 - 21 November - Whole School Camp - Gold Coast
  
• Week 8 - Whole school Drama Performance & Swimming Carnival (dates TBC)
  

December

• Monday 1 December - St Maria Goretti Awards Night
• Wednesday 4 December – Year 6 Graduation Mass & Last day of Term 4

Please check your emails, School Facebook Page, Sentral for Parents app or the school calendar regularly for updates and additional events.

Wishing everyone a safe and restful holiday break. We look forward to welcoming you back in Term 4!

Warm regards,
Liv Osborne
Principal (Acting)

Celebrating 75 Years of St Maria Goretti School, Inglewood in 2026!

Save the Date!

In 2026, St Maria Goretti School marks a remarkable milestone — 75 years of learning, community, and legacy.

We're inviting past, present, and future families, along with the wider Inglewood community, to help us shape a celebration to remember!

 Date: Saturday 10th October and Sunday 11th October

Whether you're a former student, a current parent, a future enrollee, current or former staff, or a proud local, we invite you to join us to celebrate this milestone! Let’s come together to honour our history and look ahead to a bright future. This is your chance to be part of something truly special.

 For more information, contact the front office on 07 4652 1109.

Pathway 2 Prep Transition Mornings

Our School Prayer & School Values

Term 3 MacKillop Way Award Recipients

Term 3 focus: "Find happiness in making others happy" (Mary MacKillop)

Prep/1/2: Stefan Kohn

Stefan finds true happiness in making others feel valued and included. He shows care and respect for his friends and teachers by speaking nicely, greeting everyone with a cheerful “good morning,” and always communicating kindly. His kindness shines through in thoughtful actions—like inviting new students to join in a game of footy, helping those who are hurt by getting an icepack or a bandaid, and reaching out to anyone feeling lonely. By consistently showing respect and compassion, Stefan creates a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels seen and supported. Stefan realises the importance of his words and actions and consistently finds happiness in making others happy.

3/4/5/6: Amelia Walker

Amelia has truly embodied our Term 3 motto, "Find happiness in making others happy." She always has a smile on her face and is quick to offer assistance to teachers, friends, and peers. She seems to find her own joy in seeing others smile. You can always count on Amelia to greet people by their names with a warm, welcoming smile, and her infectious giggle brings a sense of joy wherever she goes. She is a true leader who is confident in finding happiness in the happiness of others. I am proud to recognise Amelia for being so thoughtful and kind. 

Assembly Awards - Week 9: Congratulations!

Congratulations to our Learning Disposition Awards recipients from Week 9!

Reflective Roo: Heathe Draper-Garner

Persistent Platypus: Lilah McGovern & Frankie Williams

Engaged Echidna: Abbee Sutton & Huxley Amato

Happy birthday Rachael Williams! 

Assembly Awards - Week 10: Congratulations!

Congratulations to our Learning Disposition Awards recipients from Week 10!

Reflective Roo: Cleo Broadhurst

Persistent Platypus: Charlie Brown

Congratulations to our SMG Values Awards recipients from Week 10!

Beacon of Hope Award: Ellie Sutton

Hands of Service Award: Gracie Berry

Happy birthday to Poppy Brown, Werner Kohn, Lizzie Eisel and Lucy Eisel!

Student Protection Contacts

Keeping Our Students Safe: The Role of Student Protection Contacts

At our school, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our top priority. That’s why we have Student Protection Contacts (SPCs)—staff members who are specially trained to support students if they feel unsafe or have concerns.

SPCs are approachable, trusted adults that students can talk to. They listen, offer support, and take the right steps to ensure each concern is handled with care and in line with student protection procedures.

If you’d like to know who our SPCs are or learn more about their role, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office.

Supporting Teenagers with Reading

GriffLinc, the Griffith University ‘Literacy in Context’ research group, is hosting a free, online seminar for parents - supporting your teenage reader on Wednesday 15 October 2025 from 5pm-6pm.

See details below in the flyer.

RSVP your attendance here: Griff LinC Parent Workshop RSVP

Parent Engagement Network (PEN)

Enrol Now for 2026

Please visit our school website for information about enrolment https://www.inglewood.catholic.edu.au/enrol or call the office on 4652 1109.

Strategic Plan 2023-2026

Notices