News page for Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School at Acacia Ridge. More than 65 years later, we cater for students from Prep through to Year 6.
At Our Lady of Fatima, we pride ourselves on focusing on every student, every day.
Opened on 25th January 1954, with a total enrolment of seventy-eight pupils and a staff of two Sisters of Saint Joseph, OLOF continues to bring quality catholic education to the children of Acacia Ridge and surrounding areas. The school is staffed by a Principal, Assistant Principal, Classroom Teachers and Spe
12/06/2026
Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary 💙
Today we celebrate the Immaculate Heart of Mary, a symbol of Mary’s pure love, deep faith, and unwavering trust in God. Her heart inspires us to choose kindness in our relationships, compassion in our actions, and faith in the moments that challenge us.
May Mary's example guide our students, staff, and families to live with hope and humility.
Brisbane Catholic Education
11/06/2026
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus - a reminder of Christ’s deep and unconditional love for every person. 💫
The Sacred Heart invites us to show compassion, kindness, and mercy in our own lives, carrying Christ’s love into our families, classrooms, and communities.
May the heart of Jesus inspire us to be gentle, welcoming, and hopeful in all we do.
Brisbane Catholic Education
09/06/2026
Happy School Officer Day!
We’re incredibly grateful for our amazing staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes to support our students, families and teachers. Our school wouldn’t be the same without you - thank you! 🌟
Brisbane Catholic Education
05/06/2026
The Prep students have been retelling stories this term. To support their retelling of "No Way Yirrikipayi!", they created a map of the Tiwi Islands featuring the characters from the story.
In the story, Yirrikipayi is very hungry and goes hunting for food. He begins in the water, swims through the mangroves, and wanders through the long grass. Still hungry, he continues his search in the mud and beside the swamp, where he finally spots a delicious snake hiding under a log.
You can listen to the story here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VRvaHCbesQ
https://www.ilf.org.au/
Amazing work Preppies!
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05/06/2026
On Thursday 4th June the Year 4 and Year 5 classes represented Our Lady of Fatima at Australia Zoo. During their excursion, the students observed a range of animals, explored their habitats, took part in an education program aligned with their Science learning and participated in engaging activities throughout the zoo.
CRIKEY! What a great experience to support and enrich both their Science and HASS learning at school. Thank you to the staff who organised and attended this excursion.
Brisbane Catholic Education
04/06/2026
Today Our Lady of Fatima is being represented at the Zones Cross Country carnival by some of our talented athletes. Congratulations to our amazing students!
Brisbane Catholic Education
02/06/2026
Join us in prayer for Mabo Day.
Every year on 3 June, we commemorate Mabo Day and the life of activist Eddie ‘Koiki’ Mabo - a Torres Strait Islander man of Mer Island.
On this day in 1992, the High Court overturned the myth of terra nullius (land belonging to no one) and recognised First Nations land rights through the historic Mabo Decision.
Mabo Day reminds us of the power of persistence, truth-telling, and standing up for what’s right.
Brisbane Catholic Education
27/05/2026
All In for National Reconciliation Week.
National Reconciliation Week runs from 27 May, marking the anniversary of the 1967 Referendum, to 3 June, commemorating the historic Mabo decision recognising the land rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
This year’s theme reminds us that reconciliation is not a single moment - it’s an ongoing commitment to listening, learning, and taking meaningful action.
Every step forward helps build a more just and connected future.
Let’s walk together with openness, understanding, and hope.
Brisbane Catholic Education
26/05/2026
On Wednesday 27 May, millions of children, parents, teachers, and library lovers across Australia and beyond will come together to read Luna Roo at the same time - celebrating the joy of reading, storytelling and connection.
Published by Little Book Press the story follows the spirited kangaroo Luna and her friends as they chase their football dreams across the outback, blending action, teamwork and fun to inspire young readers. Luna Roo was selected from 84 submissions from publishers around the country.
“We chose Luna Roo for NSS because it captures the spirit of rising to a challenge with heart and grit.”
Brisbane Catholic Education
26/05/2026
Today marks 2 years since the passing of Mr Damian Gambley, Principal of OLOF 2015-2024. Time passes, but Damian's impact on the staff, students and families of OLOF remains strong. Damian was a mentor, a fierce advocate for his students, and a friend to all.
In his final message to us, Damian reminded us to "keep caring for one another each and every day and please take each day as an opportunity to be a Good News person".
Rest in peace, Damian.