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Online Safety
eSafety has been monitoring social media platforms since December to ensure they are preventing children under 16 from having accounts. While some progress has been made, with many underage accounts removed or restricted, children are still finding ways to keep or create accounts and bypass age checks.
Due to these concerns, eSafety is now focusing on five major platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube. These companies have been warned that further action will be taken if they do not improve their systems.
Overall, while changes are starting to make an impact, there is still more work to be done to ensure children are kept safe online.
Check out the latest updates from the eSafety Commissioner: link
School Return for Term 2
A friendly reminder that Term 2 begins on Tuesday, April 21.
Please note that students should not attend school on Monday, April 20, as staff will be offsite participating in Professional Learning.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another great term of learning.
Wishing all families a safe and restful break.
A Club for Kids - OPEN
We are very pleased to announce, after a long process, that A Club for Kids will be open from Monday March 23.
Thank you to all families for their patience. A Club For Kids has begun reaching out to those families regarding their enrolment. If you have not heard from them or would like to look into enrolling your child into before and after school care, please email: aclubforkids1@gmail.com
Sacrament of Reconciliation
This term, our Year 3 students will begin their preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, one of the most significant steps in their faith journey. Reconciliation is a beautiful sacrament of healing, forgiveness, and renewal. It invites our children to reflect on their choices, seek God’s mercy, and grow in their understanding of compassion, kindness, and reconciliation within their families, friendships, and wider community. As a Catholic school, we are blessed to walk alongside our students as they deepen their relationship with God and continue to grow as faith‑filled followers of Jesus.
To enrol your child into the Sacrament of Reconciliation, please complete this form: Sacrament of Reconciliation
As part of their preparation, families will also participate in the Reconciliation Parent and Child Workshops held at St Kieran School on:
- Tuesday, April 28
- Thursday, April 30
These workshops provide an important opportunity for parents and children to learn together, reflect on the meaning of forgiveness, and explore how God calls us to live with love, honesty, and peace.
Following this, students will participate in the Reconciliation Retreat at St Catherine's House of Hospitality on:
- Friday, April 30
The retreat day offers time for prayer, reflection, and learning in a supportive and peaceful environment.
Finally, our Year 3 students will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation on:
- Friday, May 8 at 6:00pm St Kieran Parish
We look forward to sharing this special milestone with our families and parish community. It is a privilege to accompany our students as they experience God’s unconditional love and learn the importance of forgiveness, healing, and making things right.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Miss Conti, Miss Marchesi, Miss Arace, Mrs Decent, Miss Lydeamore, Miss Mannion, Mrs Fidanovski Sister Elizabeth and Father Wilson in the preparation of our students.
Parking at Saint Catherine's House of Hospitality
St Catherine's House of Hospitality, located opposite the school on Tyler Street is a centre run by the Sisters of Mercy. It offers peaceful and prayerful reflection, restful recreation and shelter or short term accommodation in a simple setting that encourages respect for all.
The carpark behind this building is only to be used by parents of children with special needs or disabilities. If your child does not have special needs, we ask that you use other carparks such as the St Kieran Parish Church, located over on Cape Street.
A Friendly Reminder About Parking Near the Servite Priory
We kindly ask our St Kieran families to avoid parking in the bays at the Servite Priory. There are elderly priests living in the Priory who rely on carers and therapists to visit them throughout the day. Unfortunately, there have been times when these essential visitors have been unable to access parking because the bays were occupied by school families.
We truly appreciate your understanding and support in ensuring these spaces remain available for those who need them most. Please take a moment to be mindful of where you park your car and help us continue to show care and respect for our neighbours.
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us foster a thoughtful and considerate community.
Parent parking
Thank you for your ongoing support of our school pick-up procedures. We recognise that the current building works in the surrounding area have created additional challenges, and we truly appreciate the patience, care and cooperation shown by our community.
A gentle reminder regarding Morgans Street: in the afternoons, this area is strictly a drive-through only zone. Due to the movement of vehicles, it can become a potentially dangerous space, and our priority must always remain the safety of every child.
If your child is not being collected via the drive-through, we ask that families please use the Tyler Street gates as the designated pedestrian pick-up point.
Thank you for working with us to keep our students safe. When everyone follows the same approach, things run smoothly and, most importantly, safely.
Uniform
As we head into the school holidays, it’s a great opportunity to check, refresh and update your child’s school uniform ready for Term 2.
A quick tidy-up now, whether it’s replacing worn items, checking sizing, or making sure everything is clearly labelled, can make a big difference to a smooth and confident start next term. (Nothing like a Monday morning uniform scramble to test the whole household!)
We appreciate your support in ensuring students return in correct and well-presented uniform, taking pride in themselves and our school community.
Year 7 2027 Enrolments & Scholarships Open
Discover more for your child at Aranmore! Enrolments are now open for 2027 Year 7 applications.
Find out about our wide range of opportunities available in Secondary, including specialist programs and scholarships in academics, music and sports. We support students to pursue their unique goals on their path to success, providing diverse subject offerings and out-of-class experiences to develop well-rounded graduates ready for life beyond school.
Learn more about our College community and opportunities for your child at www.aranmore.wa.edu.au
Stirling Leisure Centres - April School Holiday Programs
St Kieran Church - Stations of the Cross Play
School Uniform - Osborne Park Easter flyer 2026
Principal's Message
Heavenly Father,
We thank You for the gift of this school term — for the learning, the friendships, and the moments that have helped us grow.
In our successes and our challenges, You have been with us, guiding and strengthening us each day.
We are grateful for our teachers, our families, and our community, who support and encourage us to be our best.
Help us to carry what we have learned into the days ahead, with confidence, kindness and courage.
As we enter this time of rest, fill our hearts with Your peace and joy.
Renew our energy, deepen our faith, and remind us that You walk with us always.
May we go forward as people of hope, reflecting Your love in all that we do.
Amen.
“He is not here; He has risen.” (Luke 24:6)
As we come to the end of a full and rewarding Term 1, it is worth pausing to reflect on all that has been achieved across our school community. It has been a term rich in learning, growth, faith and connection.
A highlight has been the eSafe Kids online safety sessions for both students and parents. In a world that is increasingly digital, these sessions have been invaluable in equipping our community with the knowledge and tools to navigate online spaces safely and responsibly.
Our Year 3 students have been preparing for the Sacrament of Reconciliation with reverence and care. I extend my sincere thanks to our dedicated Year 3 Team for their thoughtful preparation, and to our parents for the important role you play in nurturing your child’s faith journey. This is a significant step in the spiritual life of our students, and it has been wonderful to see their readiness and understanding grow.
During NAPLAN, our Year 3 and Year 5 students approached the assessments with determination and resilience, doing their best to demonstrate their learning in Literacy and Numeracy. Thank you to our teachers for their preparation and support, and equally to the many teachers who have contributed to these students’ learning over the years. It truly takes a village.
This term has also seen the continued development of our enhanced classroom support model, ensuring that more students have access to meaningful support within their learning environment. This important initiative, shaped by Mrs Hart, reflects our commitment to meeting the needs of every learner. It is a legacy we are proud to continue as we strive to support all students, regardless of their learning journey.
Our Swimming Carnival, expertly run by Mr Taylor, was a fantastic day filled with energy, participation and school spirit. It was wonderful to see students giving their best and encouraging one another throughout the day.
Equally inspiring was our Wheel-a-thon, supporting Wheelchairs for Kids. This event not only brought great joy but also demonstrated the compassion of our community, raising $1,402, enough to provide four wheelchairs for children in need. A powerful reminder that even small actions can have a profound impact.
The St Kieran Family Night, organised by the incredible Kieran Connect team, was a highlight for our community. It was a chance to come together, share good food, enjoy great entertainment and simply spend time with one another, something that is always worth making time for.
One of the most significant moments of the term was our Happy Hart Day, where we gathered to celebrate the life and contribution of Mrs Hart. It was deeply moving to see former staff, students and families return to honour her legacy. While we continue to feel the sadness of her passing, there was also a strong sense of joy, a reminder that the love, care and dedication she gave to this community continues to live on in all of us.
As we enter Holy Week and prepare for Easter, we are reminded that we are an Easter people, a people of hope. The events of this term reflect this truth: in our learning, our service, our community and even in our grief, we see signs of new life.
The resurrection of Jesus reminds us that light overcomes darkness, that hope is never lost, and that love endures. This is the message we carry forward, into the holidays and into Term 2.
Thank you for your continued support, partnership and commitment to our school community. I wish all families a safe and blessed Easter.
Best wishes and take care.
Mr Anthony Davis
Acting Principal
anthony.davis@cewa.edu.au
Final day of Term 1 and Easter Raffle
The final day for Term 1 is Wednesday, April 1st. The day will conclude with the Easter Raffle in the afternoon.
Thank you to everyone for your Easter Egg donations and for buying raffle tickets. All of your donations go to Caritas Australia for their great work in supporting communities in need.
Tyler Street temporary closure Feedback
Over the past week, staff have noticed that the temporary closure of Tyler Street has created a much calmer and more settled environment in that area of the school. While these early observations have been positive, we are keen to hear from our families as well.
Your feedback is important in helping us understand how this temporary change impacts drop‑off, pick‑up, safety, and overall flow around the school. We invite you to share your thoughts and experiences so we can make informed decisions moving forward.
Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership.
A Club for Kids - OPEN
We are very pleased to announce, after a long process, that A Club for Kids will be open from Monday March 23.
Thank you to all families for their patience. A Club For Kids has begun reaching out to those families regarding their enrolment. If you have not heard from them or would like to look into enrolling your child into before and after school care, please email: aclubforkids1@gmail.com
Sacrament of Reconciliation
This term, our Year 3 students will begin their preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, one of the most significant steps in their faith journey. Reconciliation is a beautiful sacrament of healing, forgiveness, and renewal. It invites our children to reflect on their choices, seek God’s mercy, and grow in their understanding of compassion, kindness, and reconciliation within their families, friendships, and wider community. As a Catholic school, we are blessed to walk alongside our students as they deepen their relationship with God and continue to grow as faith‑filled followers of Jesus.
To enrol your child into the Sacrament of Reconciliation, please complete this form: Sacrament of Reconciliation
As part of their preparation, families will also participate in the Reconciliation Parent and Child Workshops held at St Kieran School on:
- Tuesday, April 28
- Thursday, April 30
These workshops provide an important opportunity for parents and children to learn together, reflect on the meaning of forgiveness, and explore how God calls us to live with love, honesty, and peace.
Following this, students will participate in the Reconciliation Retreat at St Catherine's House of Hospitality on:
- Friday, April 30
The retreat day offers time for prayer, reflection, and learning in a supportive and peaceful environment.
Finally, our Year 3 students will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation on:
- Friday, May 8 at 6:00pm St Kieran Parish
We look forward to sharing this special milestone with our families and parish community. It is a privilege to accompany our students as they experience God’s unconditional love and learn the importance of forgiveness, healing, and making things right.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Miss Conti, Miss Marchesi, Miss Arace, Mrs Decent, Miss Lydeamore, Miss Mannion, Mrs Fidanovski Sister Elizabeth and Father Wilson in the preparation of our students.
Parking at Saint Catherine's House of Hospitality
St Catherine's House of Hospitality, located opposite the school on Tyler Street is a centre run by the Sisters of Mercy. It offers peaceful and prayerful reflection, restful recreation and shelter or short term accommodation in a simple setting that encourages respect for all. The carpark behind this building is only to be used by parents of children with special needs or disabilities. If your child does not have special needs, we ask that you use other carparks such as the St Kieran Parish Church, located over on Cape Street.