Padbury CPS Newsletter

Let us take care of everything God has given us

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PUPIL FREE DAYS 2026

Monday 12 October

God, bless all the fathers in the world.

Guide them to be good role models and

loving to all their children.

Help them to be a father like You are.

Give them grace and patience to handle situations

in a loving way.
Amen

I wish all Father’s and Grandfathers a wonderful Father’s Day this Sunday.

Our Year 2 Classes presented a very enjoyable Father’s Day Assembly today. I liked their retells about their dads and thanking their dad for just being their dad. Some of the information presented was extremely empathetic and related so well to the families. The song and poem presented topped off an amazing assembly.

I really enjoyed seeing all of the Fathers Grandfathers and Significant Adults that attended our breakfast at school this morning. A special thank you is extended to the P&F who put on an amazing spread. It was also good to see the pride that the children had in showing their fathers their classrooms. I must also mention the amazing work of Sarah Knox and her many amazing volunteers that made the event the success it was.

Spending time in the classrooms this morning, meant that parents were able to enjoy the fabulous work that their children have produced over this term. Their family members were extremely proud of them and the students were very pleased to share their work.

The work that the students have been completing is extremely good and what makes it even better is their pride in showing it to their fathers.

A great morning was had by all, and we thank you for attending.

I conclude my short stay as Principal at Padbury Catholic Primary School this afternoon, with great memories and fondness in my heart. I sincerely appreciate the wonderful time that I have had. I have enjoyed meeting and working with the children, staff and parents. You have a very vibrant and close-knit community here, which is a credit to you all. We have been maintaining a very strong work ethic and continue to achieve solid learning foundations for our students.

Kind regards and best wishes to you all for the future.

Sam Fontaine.

Welcome back to Mr Baker who recommences in his role as Principal from Monday. While Mr Baker has been on leave, he has expressed to me his desire to return to this wonderful school and continue from where he had left off. I have had a thorough handover with Mr Baker, and he is looking forward to finishing the term with you at Padbury Catholic Primary School.

Athletic, forms are an important part of the Physical Education Program at Padbury Catholic Primary School, culminating in the school carnival. The faction carnival will be held next Friday 11th September. Our jumps and throws events will be held on Monday 7th and Wednesday 9th September. Everyone is welcome to join us for these events.

Congratulations are extended to the children, who have been so eager to participate at running club and other training programs. May all their hard work and training pay off. I wish all competitors the very best of luck and hope that you all achieve your own personal best!

Please refer to the information that was sent home by Ms Altham, which has all of the details.

Today is Education Assistant Day and our school would not operate or even be the same without these wonderful and dedicated staff members.

We all hope that you have had a great day and know that you are all truly valued.

Forgiveness can be a tricky friendship skill. In Friendology, students are taught the steps to put out Friendship Fires. When they have shared their feelings, listened, repaired the hurt and put the fire all the way out, they can move forward to forgive and forget.

As FRIENDOLOGY reminds us, challenges in friendships can help relationships grow stronger when they are worked through with care and respect.

Mr Fontaine

Acting Principal

If a family would like to place a note in the Pastoral Care section of the newsletter in relation to a birth or death, or if a family would like the whole school community to pray for any special intentions e.g. a family member who is ill, please send a message to please let your child’s class teacher or Mrs Ellen at the front office know or send an email to admin@padcath.wa.edu.au

On October 1, 2026 the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary celebrate their first 100 years. A century from their humble beginnings in Germany 1926 to their worldwide presence in 2026.

Save the Date: November 22, 2026, at 3pm

Centennial Celebration with His Grace - Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB At the Schoenstatt Shrine, 9 Talus Drive, Mt Richon

Year 4 Parents, an email has been sent to you with links to view and download the beautiful photos from the 22-23 August.

These will be FREE to download until October 18th.

We would like to thank Mr Sam Fontaine for his support and guidance over the past 5 weeks. It has been very much appreciated. The students will miss his 'Happy Interview Time.'

Thank you Sam

The Performing Arts Festival will conclude next week, and the final Concert and Award presentation will be held on Monday 15th September at the Marist Auditorium, Newman College. Tickets are available through the Spirit of the Arts website. This concert is a showcase of the best performances from across the festival and incudes choirs, orchestras, bands, dance items and soloists.

Congratulations to all the students from Padbury CPS who participated in the solo instrumental sections this year and a special mention to those who received an Award. The certificates will arrive before the end of the term and will be presented to the students.

Congratulations to Owen for being invited to perform his Bass Solo in a play-off for the shield this Friday. We wish him well and look forward to finding out if he won the shield for the Instrumental Solo section. If he is selected, the Shield will be presented to him at the Festival concert.

One Big Voice 2026 was held at the RAC Arena and was a fantastic experience for the Yr 5 students who participated. Congratulations to all the students involved, they were absolutely amazing. They gave up their lunchtimes to learn the songs and choreography and practised them at home. All the songs chosen for One Big Voice are always positive, uplifting and include a range of styles. This makes it fun to learn, and it is hard to choose a favourite when they’re all great songs.

Congratulations, and a huge well done, to Isla T for being selected to perform in a small vocal group for the song ‘Say What You Mean’. It takes a lot of courage to audition in the first place and then even more to perform in front of so many people. Congratulations also to Cameron H for being selected to join the Step Up Choir. This is a first step towards possibly auditioning for the Studio Choir in the future. We wish her well with this training opportunity and look forward to seeing what the future holds.

Excellence

Bass Guitar: Owen D

Drun Kit Solo: Harry P

Outstanding

Saxaphone Solo: Sally D

Cello Solo: Elodie P

Piano: Harry B

Mrs Twine

Music Teacher

To commemorate 180 years since the arrival of the Mercy Sisters in Australia, our students worked alongside their buddies to create a beautiful tiled mosaic artwork featuring hands forming a heart symbolising our school motto "Love One Another."

Each tile came together to create a powerful symbol of faith, kindness, compassion, and community, reflecting the Mercy values that continue to inspire us today.

Thank you to Mrs Bastow, Mrs Ewen, and Mrs Sadowski for coordinating this meaningful project and helping our students create something truly special.

Mrs Wardrope

Teacher

The first concert will take place on Tuesday, 15th of September for all Orange classes.

You can always drop your family members off and then proceed down to the oval to park your vehicle. You are also not permitted to park in the kiss and ride area in the main carpark.

Seats are not to be saved and young children need to be seated on a parent’s lap. Also, siblings attending school, who are not at the concert performing, are not to be taken out of class to attend. Class teachers will facilitate this.

What a wonderful day of celebration and imagination we enjoyed during our Book Week festivities at PCPS! Our school was a vibrant showcase of creativity as students and staff arrived dressed as their favourite literary characters. From beloved classics to modern-day heroes, the enthusiasm and effort on display were truly remarkable.

Our Book Week Parade was a highlight of the day, providing an opportunity for everyone to showcase their costumes and celebrate the stories and characters that have captured their imaginations. It was a joyful reminder of the important role books play in inspiring curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of reading.

A sincere thank you to our students, families, and staff for embracing the spirit of Book Week with such enthusiasm. Your support helped create a memorable celebration that reflected the power of storytelling and the rich reading culture within our school community.

📚 Books have the unique ability to inspire, educate, challenge our thinking,

and take us on incredible adventures.

Mrs Bonny

Assistant Principal

Enrolments and interviews are now underway for Pre‑Kindy 2027 and Kindergarten for 2028.

Please note that Kindergarten 2027 is already full.

A reminder to all families to ensure siblings are enrolled early, as some families have unfortunately missed out in previous years. If you have a baby or toddler, please enrol them now to secure a place for future years.

There are plenty of exciting P&F events coming up over the next few weeks, so be sure to keep an eye on the P&F Facebook page and the school newsletter for the latest updates, volunteer opportunities and event information.

• Athletics Carnival Sausage Sizzle – Friday, 11 September
• Final Sausage Sizzle for 2026 – Friday, 25 September

We look forward to seeing you at these events.

We are excited to officially open the EOI for the PCPS Business Directory, a wonderful opportunity for our school community to connect, support local businesses, and celebrate the many talented families within our school.

We are offering 3 different advertising size options:

· Full A5 Page (1700 x 2430px) = $200

· Half A5 Page (1700 x 1215px) = $100

· QTR A5 Page (850 x 1215px) = $50

With enough interest the directory would be available as a printed copy distributed to every PCPS family in Term 4 2026 as well as a digital copy available on the school website.

We invite families to get involved, promote their business and/or offer an exclusive discount or special promotion to members of our school community.

Please find some FAQs below that we have put together to hopefully answer some questions.

Spots are limited so get in quick. To reserve your spot and for further details please contact Sophie Roberts (sophie-green@live.com.au) or Cait Oxlade (caitoxlade88@gmail.com)

Thank you from the P&C

Our next Parents & Friends Meeting will be held:

• Wednesday 9 September @ 6.30pm – (2027 Planning and Budget prep meeting)
• Wednesday 11th Nov @ 6.30pm – (2027 Planner & Budget endorsed)

We warmly invite all parents and carers to join us. It’s a great opportunity to hear what’s planned for the year ahead, share ideas, provide input (including feedback from recent events), and connect with other families in our community.

Whether you’re a regular attendee or joining for the first time, you are very welcome.

We’d love to see you there!

Don't forget to support our Containers for Change program!

If you're collecting eligible cans and bottles at home, we'd love you to consider donating your refund to the PCPS P&F. Every container helps raise funds for projects that benefit our school while also making a positive impact on the environment.

Simply use our Scheme ID: C11483224 when you return your containers.

Thank you for your continued support. Together, we can make a difference for our school community and our planet—one container at a time!

Mrs Cathy Farrell

P&F Chair