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Assembly will begin at 2.30pm Friday 8th August 2025
Our school is a place of faith and learning
“From the first moment that a student sets foot in a Catholic school, he or she ought to have the impression of entering a new environment, one illuminated by the light of faith, and having its own unique characteristics. The inspiration of Jesus must be translated from the ideal into the real. The Gospel spirit should be evident in a Christian way of thought and life which permeates all facets of the educational climate”.
Dear Parents, Guardians and Carers,
Welcome back to Term 3. It has been lovely to see how well the children have settled back into the routine of school.
Last week we celebrated 100 days of school for our Foundation students. It’s hard to believe that the students have already hit this milestone. We love watching them walk through the gate each morning; some are already very independent, carrying their own bags and waving their parents off happily and others still a little wary and needing a guiding hand for support. Their costumes were amazing and I would like to thank the Foundation teachers and parents for their work to ensure the children have a memorable day.
A reminder to please drop off and pick up safely at the beginning and end of each school day. When parking opposite the school, please use the pedestrian crossing and designated parking areas to ensure the safety of all children and families. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our community safe.
As the winter season continues, the correct winter uniform is expected to be worn each day. With colds and winter lurgies going around, please help us keep everyone well by ensuring your child is healthy enough to attend school.
Congratulations to our school netball team who competed at the recent Regional Competition. They performed well and we are proud of how well they played. The boys and girls basketball team also competed this week and have both progressed to the next round. We wish them all the best!
Kind regards
Jodie
2025 SCHOOL TERM DATES
Term 3
Monday 21st July - Friday 19th September
Term 4
Monday 6th October - Friday 19th December
Friday 19th September Student Free Day St Thomas
Monday 6 th October First Day of Term 4
Monday 3 rd November Student Free Day NO BUSES RUNNING
Tuesday 4 th November Melbourne Cup Day NO BUSES RUNNING
Thursday 18 th December Last day for St Thomas
| Foundation A - Mrs Goudie & Mrs Manning | Lachlan Winn & Harry Van Dijk |
| Foundation B - Mrs Brayshaw | Daphne Williams & Hugo Finlay |
| Year 1 A - Mrs Morelli / Mrs Ray | Ezach Jacob & Ava Van Putten |
| Year 1 B - Mrs Phillips / Mrs Ray | |
| Year 2 A - Mrs Marsh / Mrs Jones | Kohen Smolenaars |
| Year 2 B - Mrs Bennett | |
| Year 3 A - Mrs Lee | Noah Elston & Rafaella Gunn |
| Year 3 B - Mrs Ko | Emmerson Bradley & Harley McKenzie |
| Year 4 A - Mrs Wilson | Lincoln Mawley, Mackenzie George & Tommy Duffield |
| Year 4 B - Mr Brunt | Rysan Lamb & Will Anderson |
| Year 5 A - Miss Cameron | Lyla Matheson & Toby McLaren |
| Year 5 B - Ms Berry / Mrs Glover | Jake Whykes & Claudia Gunn |
| Year 6 A - Mrs Irwin | Madi Cook, Layla Smolenaars |
| Year 6 B - Mrs Bradley & Mrs Fox | Scarlett Pini & Ashleigh Johnstone |
We have a number of items available in the second hand uniform shop. To purchase or check out what's available please contact Anna Baynes on 0419117649.
In this edition of SchoolTV - Sibling Relationships
Sibling relationships are often a child's first and longest-lasting social connection. These bonds can offer companionship, support and opportunities to develop important life skills such as empathy, negotiation and conflict resolution. However, like all close relationships, sibling dynamics can be complex. Differences in temperament, age, needs and parental attention can all contribute to tension or rivalry. It's not uncommon for children to compete for attention, especially during times of change or stress.
As a parent or caregiver, your role in shaping the tone of sibling relationships is vital. Creating a home environment that celebrates each child's unique strengths and avoids direct comparisons helps reduce rivalry and fosters mutual respect.
By listening without judgement, teaching emotional regulation, and supporting each child's individuality, you can create a family culture where siblings feel secure and valued. This edition of SchoolTV offers insights to support young people in developing positive, lasting sibling bonds that can remain strong well into adulthood.
We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this edition of SchoolTV and we always welcome your feedback. If you have any concerns about your child, please contact the school counsellor for further information or seek medical or professional help.
Here is the link to the Sibling Relationships edition of SchoolTV
https://sttsale.catholic.schooltv.me/newsletter/sibling-relationships-au
JOINT STATEMENT FROM
Bishop Greg Bennet & Mr Paul Velten
Catholic Bishop of Sale Director of Catholic Education
Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Ltd
Community Update 3: The Future of
Our Lady of Sion Convent and
former Sion Campus, Sale.
The Our Lady of Sion Convent building in Sale is a much-loved local landmark with historical and
educational significance for Catholics, the Catholic education community, and the broader community
in Sale.
In this third update, we want to bring members of St Mary’s Parish, St Thomas’ Primary School, and
other members of the Sale community, up to date about the significant progress that has occurred
since August 2023 in the redevelopment of the former Our Lady of Sion Convent site into an exciting,
state-of-the-art education facility, serving the mission of the Diocese of Sale.
A significant challenge in the redevelopment planning process is to ensure that the comprehensive
renovation of this iconic 125-year-old building will be done in ways that will (a) meet the needs of
students and staff in a contemporary educational context, and (b) comply with the more rigorous
21st-century building codes, while still retaining the building’s original beauty, grandeur and
character. This process requires meticulous planning and sensitive consultation with numerous
stakeholders.
The architects and consultants are progressing in the design and preparation works. The
Architectural team continues to meet with heritage advisors, specialist engineers and the St Thomas’
Primary School community.
There has also been ongoing consultation with the Sisters of Our Lady of Sion to identify how their
extensive contribution to Catholic education on this site can be acknowledged and celebrated, to
ensure their legacy endures among future generations.
We are happy to announce that, earlier this year, the Victorian Minister for Planning, through the
Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), granted a planning permit for the proposed works.
We can also confirm that we were successful in obtaining a Commonwealth Capital Grant from the
Federal Government for the construction of additional new student learning spaces on the site. These
proposed education facilities are an essential element of the overall St Thomas’ Primary School
masterplan and are separate to the redevelopment work on the former Sion Convent building.
While the planning process continues, it is anticipated that work will soon commence to bring the
property back to a clean site, as well as beginning some preservation of the former Sion Convent.
Community members may see the demolition of some non-heritage and ad-hoc structures that have
been identified as being unsuitable as contemporary learning spaces. These buildings are not
included in the proposed development masterplan. There will also be some associated groundwork
and temporary building maintenance essential to preserving the former Sion Convent building whilst
it is in caretaker mode.
While we are excited about the considerable progress that has been made in the past ten months, a
great deal of work is still to be done before a definitive announcement can be made to key
stakeholders about the approval of the project. Please keep this project, the re-development team,
and the St Thomas’ Catholic Primary School community, in your prayers.
Background and Timeline:
November 2020: The site became vacant following the formal relocation of the Catholic College
Sale Junior campus. Many expressed their dreams and hopes for the future use
of this treasured local landmark.
August 2021: The Bishop of Sale, through his Diocesan Committee chaired by the former
Member for Gippsland South and parishioner of St Mary’s Cathedral, the
Honourable Mr Peter Ryan, began exploring possible uses of the convent
building. The Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Ltd (DOSCEL) engaged
specialist consultants to explore the possible relocation of St Thomas’ Catholic
Primary School, Sale to the Sion Campus site.
November 2021: A community survey was undertaken to gather feedback on relocating
St Thomas’ Catholic Primary School to the Sion Campus site.
October 2022: It was announced that through the work of DOSCEL and the Diocesan
Committee, consideration would focus on the development of the whole site as a
state-of-the-art education facility with the Convent building which includes the
Chapel being the centrepiece of the school.
December 2022: Early conceptual designs for a Preliminary Proposed Masterplan were
developed by a project architect for consideration and assessment.
January - June 2023: Extensive investigations continued and a range of consultant specialists
including engineers, surveyors and a Heritage Advisor were appointed.
June 2022: Preliminary Proposed Masterplan moved to Detailed Design Phase. Architects
commenced engagement with Town Planning.
February 2024: Planning permit granted by the Minister for Planning through the Department of
Transport and Planning
February 2024: Commonwealth Government Capital Grant confirmed.
For Project Updates on Our Lady of Sion Convent and Sion Campus go to:
- Team entries close - August 22nd.
- Round 1 - September 11th.
- Final Round - November 27th.
- Team fee - $150.
