Thank you again for continued patience through this period. Each week I am sent an update of advice from Health authorities and Catholic Education SA about easing of restrictions. Whilst observing the rules around not allowing non-essential visitors on site, I have been able to recommence Speech Therapy this week as well as some volunteering in the Canteen. This is only under strict conditions of maintaining social distancing. As with other venues, we hope to extend this in coming weeks.

Building Update

Last week we managed to get our submission for Stage 1D into the first committee for approval and this went well. The building offers 5 new learning spaces at floor level, 3 more at level 1 and includes a large outdoor covered terrace. It also includes new toilet facilities.

This view is from the courts/ gymnasium looking towards the library (current Reception rooms). This stage connects to our current building project situated to the rear left of this.  

Traffic around the school
Parking - We have observed cars stopping on the yellow lines along the curb near the school crossing on Windsor Grove and dropping children off in the morning.  This is extremely dangerous and it puts our students and staff at risk. Council regularly patrol this area and issue fines through the post. If you need to drop your child off, please use legal street parking spaces and walk your child to the office door.

Pick up along Acton Avenue - Thank you to those who wait patiently along Acton Avenue at the end of the day. Please continue to adhere to social distancing and ensuring that the area in front of the double gate is kept clear. Children must be collected from the gate or along the footpath. Students can not cross the road without a parent/caregiver.  

Kiss and Drop - As you would be aware, many families are using the Kiss and Drop and the queue can be considerably lengthy. To assist us in achieving a smooth flow of traffic, please ensure your child is ready to exit the vehicle (from the kerb side) quickly and safely. We ask parents to remain in their vehicles and move off immediately after dropping children off (morning) and once children are safely inside your vehicle (afternoon).

Please continue to be mindful of our neighbour’s driveways and their need for access. The staff and visitor carpark entrance must also be kept clear at all times.