Primary School education Welcome to St Francis Xavier Primary School, a vibrant and caring community committed to providing an exemplary Catholic Education that welcomes families from all faith traditions, in a safe and supportive environment.
Together with Nagle Catholic College, we provide a continuous, faith-centred education for students from three year olds to Year 12. With onsite before and after school care, St Francis Xavier provides a bright start to your childโs education. To learn more or organise your obligation free tour contact our friendly reception on 9923 5800 or visit https://sfx.wa.edu.au/enrolments/
Operating as usual
Thank you to the Year 11 students of Nagle Catholic College for sharing the Nano Nagle story with us.
Catholic Education WA working together to โcarry the lantern.โ
See you soon! โ๏ธ
Looking forward to serving some hot coffee for the SFX parents tomorrow morning. Baking up some apple blueberry muffins, banana bread, pear caramel cake and pumpkin feta muffins too.
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The 100th day of school might not be an official holiday, but 4J made sure we could celebrate it today as they led our school Assembly. 100 seconds of dancing, pulling faces or breathing are great ways to build our learning brains!!
Well done to all the students for working so hard! Only 100 more days to go! ๐
Look forward to seeing our wonderful students on Tuesday!
๐๐ช๐น๐น๐ ๐๐ธ๐ต๐ฒ๐ญ๐ช๐๐ผ!
Wow! What a busy few weeks our students have had to end the term! Whether sharing our published writing, reading with our Buddies, taking part in the Staff v Student Basketball game, musical performances, STEM Challenges or being part of the Year 6D Assembly, learning is always fun!
Thank you to everyone in our school community who has contributed in any way to the smooth running of our School during this very disrupted term. We wish you and your families a safe and happy holiday and look forward to sharing more special moments with you in Term 3. ๐๐ค๐
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Yesterday we were thoroughly entertained by the boys of CBC Fremantle showcasing their musical talents as part of their Jazz Orchestra tour around the State's regional centres.
We were very fortunate to hear outstanding Bublรฉ-toned vocals, Armstrong-style trumpets, 'Bird-like' saxophones and we even had a go at our own 'scat!' The students were impressed by the varied solo performances and have been inspired to further develop their own musical skills to one day play in our own Concert Band or perform in our upcoming Music Festival in Term 3. Thank you for making us part of your tour!
๐๐ฒ ๐ด๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐บ๐ฎ๐น๐น ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ป๐ด๐๐
Year 3 students were set a challenge to โsprinkle kindnessโ for a week as part of their learning in Health. The idea was based on one kind word or small gesture being able to change someoneโs entire day.
Each student drew a class members portrait and wrote things that were special about that person and then shared it with them. We then reflected on how it had made everyone feel to read these comments and could we make others feel this way by doing more small acts of kindness? Itโs safe to say that the Year 3 class was great (one could say fabulous) in small things!
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Offering 3 full days, our Kindergarten classes are almost full for 2023. Existing families must enrol younger siblings to guarantee their position.
Similarly, our Three-Year-Old Program has limited positions remaining. Offering 2 full days and limited to 20 places, contact our friendly reception on 9923 5800 or email: [email protected]
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Another glorious afternoon for our students to continue their faith journey. Special thanks to the SFX staff and Fr Brenton Taylor for their work in preparing our students.
More photos available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1WdChWEzh_obkFpJN7J0zkLB2TgQ85AiW?usp=sharing
โจEverybody โจDance โจNow!โจ
Great fun was had at the Pyjama Party Disco this week. Mums, Dads and children vied for prizes to show us their dancing skills.
Stay tuned for more great ways to meet members of the SFX community in the coming terms, courtesy of our wonderful P&F.
NAIDOC WEEK 2022
A great week of celebrating and recognising the contribution of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. ๐ค๐โค๏ธ
Clontarf Foundation Geraldton Senior High School Stars
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Recently, parents and caregivers joined us for the Year Two liturgy. With a focus on forgiveness, students shared ways that we can support and care for one another at home and also in our school community. Another wonderful opportunity to have families celebrate together.
Sean Choolburra captivated all yesterday with his inimitable blend of traditional dance, didgeridoo, story, knowledge and humour as the staff and students celebrated NAIDOC Week.
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A beautiful afternoon was had on Saturday as our Year 4V class celebrated their first Holy Communion. The word 'communion' means to be united with. For Catholics, we believe that in Holy Communion we are united in a special way with Jesus Christ. Fr Brenton Taylor spoke of the importance of always having Jesus by our sides to call on - alongside all those who joined in the celebration - our friends, families and teachers.
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More photos available from https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UFGBUZx4C6FBTyMj1tX3FaCC6dDXo6jn?usp=sharing
๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ญ๐ ๐๐ข๐ง๐๐ฒ
Great to have parents and caregivers join us for the Kindergarten Liturgy. A wonderful celebration that highlighted the importance of compassion in our families and at our school.
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๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐๐ฏ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐จ
It was wonderful to have parents and caregivers participate in the Year Four Travel Expo last week.
Students created an informative travel booth to entice their peers and parents to visit their chosen European or African destination. As part of their learning, they have been researching the location, vegetation, animals, interconnectedness with Australia, sustainability, and culture and history of these countries. Another rich learning experience.
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Thanks to our AMAZING Pre-PrimaryR students for teaching us about friendship and showcasing your Auslan skills - WOW.
The theme of friendship immediately followed with the P&F Year 3 and 4 Community Mixer. Two great way events to celebrate our community.
Enjoy the long weekend โ see you Tuesday.โคSFX
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Over the past few weeks, students have been participating in a service of soccer clinics. Focusing on skills, teamwork, and fun, the future looks bright. ๐คฉ
๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ
In Science, Pre-Primary have been provided hands-on opportunities to:
โขinvestigate the basic needs for survival of common flowering plants
โขexplore what happens to plants when their needs are not met
โขobserve leaves, stems, and roots of plants
โขexplore how plants use water
We look forward to seeing, and maybe tasting your plants as they grow ๐ฅฐ
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The first P&F Community Mixer was successfully held last week. Mums, Dads, Caregivers, and Grandparents had the chance to reconnect with one another in the afternoon sun.
Importantly, calories donut count at school events, and the treats were enjoyed by big kids and small. The Year 3 and 4 mixer is this Friday, 3rd June after school.
All freely brought to you by the P&F.
๐๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ ๐ง๐จ๐ญ ๐
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Students in Year Two identified that the slushie machine pours too slowly creating long lines. As part of their learning, students had to identify the problem, pose questions and plan and design for potential solutions. Today, students had the chance to turn ideas into reality.
๐๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐จ๐๐ฎ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ "๐๐๐ฌ"
The CBs (Concert Band) commenced rehearsals for the first time last week. Made up of senior students who are learning a variety of instruments, the CBs come together under the guidance of Miss Brook and Mr Gibson every Thursday morning. Looking forward to hearing from the CBs in the coming weeks.
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Today, we acknowledged and prayed for Stolen Generations survivors, their families, and their communities. As a learning community, we reflect on Australiaโs true history on National Sorry Day and commit to playing a role in the healing of the nation. Through education, we aspire to build on the strengths of Culture and Spirit of First Nations peoples.
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As part of our school improvement focus and SecondSteps program, students participate in a daily reflection about their learning and what they can be thankful for. It takes place in a variety of different ways throughout the school. Senior students journal daily whilst our junior students participate in a community circle to share their thanks
When your child comes home today or as part of your family dinner, why not share;
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๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ?
๐๐๐๐ซ ๐ - ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ง๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐
Congratulations to the Year 6 students for today's assembly. Their ability to problem solve and create an assembly that could be viewed live or online was exceptional and I am sure appreciated by those who attended in person or online.
A huge shout out to all award winners today โ SUPERSTARS!
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Another wonderful opportunity to celebrate faith, family, and friendship at our Year One Liturgy. Thank you to all parents.
As the first educators, the childrenโs smiles highlight how important you are to them. โค SFX
With easing restrictions, it has been wonderful to have the senior choir slowly recommence in larger groups. In just a few short weeks they are sounding amazing. Looking forward to the whole choir being together and live performances soon.
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Today in PE we were doing our Gymnastics Skills Stations. Students were focusing on Jumps, landings, balance, core and upper arm strength on the bars. All in preparation for the Ninja Gym Warrior Day, run by Gymnastics WA later this year.
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It is with great sadness that the founding Principal of St Francis Xavier, Sr Mary Agnes Griffin passed away. Sr Agnes was the Principal between 1978 โ 1981 and was instrumental in establishing St Francis Xavier Primary in its early years. We recognise Sisterโs contribution with our Yellow Faction named after her. Rest in Peace.
โฅ SPREADING FRIENDSHIP โฅ
Our Pre-Primary families gathered today to celebrate the theme of โFriendshipโ and how we can be friends at school, in our family and with Jesus. It wasโฅto see and hear the excitement of children as parents and caregivers arrived to celebrate with us. Enjoy the weekend. โฅ SFX
As NAPLAN begins today, we wish all students well.
๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ฐ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ฐ๐ฅ๐ฒ
With the easing of restrictions, it was wonderful to see kids having the chance to be kids again. After having to sit and wait in year groups before school, morning skipping made its return.
Senior students helping junior students โ๏ธ
Physical exercise โ๏ธ
Smiles โ๏ธ
๐๐๐ญ'๐ฌ ๐๐จ ๐๐๐๐ค
Best wishes to past student Jack 'BOT' Carroll and his family. Jack suits up for the Mighty Blues today in his first AFL game.
Let's go Jack!
Carlton Football Club
AFL team news: Carroll named for debut Jack Carroll will debut for Carlton on Saturday night.
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Today the Year Six Class excitedly received their Leaverโs Shirts. We look forward to seeing them worn with pride by a wonderful group of students. Superstars! โค SFX
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After giving Carlton the old Heave-Ho on the weekend, a warm welcome was extended to the Fremantle Dockers who ran several football clinics with students today. Special thanks to Aine, Mim. Roxy, Mitch and Roger for making the trip to St Francis Xavier.
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On behalf of the School Community, our Head Girl Juliette and
and Head Boy Luke attended todayโs ANZAC Service at Birdwood House, laying a wreath to honour those who have risked their lives in service during conflicts.
Lest We Forget
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Great excitement was felt around the school today with holidays and Easter approaching. We were so excited to hear that the Easter Bunny had visited St Francis Xavier. The Pre Primary students even captured CCTV footage of him in their classrooms!
Despite the excitement, as a Catholic school we still focus on the importance of the Easter story. Led by the Year 6 Leaders, they retold the Passion of Christ through the Way of the Cross.
We wish everyone a safe and Holy Easter and look forward to seeing you all again on Wednesday 27th April.
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Thanks to our ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ P&F and families for supporting our Easter Raffle. Funds raised assist in the improvement of facilities around the school such as playgrounds and water fountains.
Your generous donations also supported our community outreach and support of local agencies. Centacare acknowledges and appreciates our partnership in supporting those less fortunate.
Congratulations to all winners. A very Happy Easter to all โ Alleluia, Alleluia.
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A final reflection on Term One. Wishing all families a Happy Easter.
https://sfx.wa.edu.au/a-term-of-gratitude/
A Term of Gratitude - Saint Francis Xavier Primary School In many ways, my personal feeling on Term One is, thank goodness itโs over. But I know that is fatigue speaking.
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Thanks for all your support in returning tickets for the P&F Easter Raffle. The LIVE draw will take place tomorrow, commencing around 2:15. Check Seesaw messages for the TEAMS link to join.
โค๏ธ SFX P&F
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The wonderful Mrs Boxall opens the school library every day for different Year levels. Students have the opportunity to read, complete construction activities, draw and even dress up. Another learning opportunity for students at St Francis Xavier.
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A busy day of learning and special events. Thanks to all families for their agility this morning and support during the day. Congratulations to our Year Three students who received the Sacrament of Reconciliation today and our Year 1DW Assembly. Great job.
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As part of St Francis Xavier's commitment to improvement, we are pleased to announce our latest capital development, "SFX Aquatic Park."
With a focus on high performance, education and fun, Stage One Development will include an Olympic size swimming pool with an aquarium showcasing the mid-west marine life. Opportunities for aquaculture have also been planned to support economic partnerships with local industries.
Stage Two and Three, are scheduled for completion in 2023 and 2024 and the SFX Big Wave Pool commencing construction in 2025. We look forward to continuing to expand the learning opportunities for students at St Francis Xavier. ๐ SFX
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A final reminder to return all Easter Raffle Tickets by tomorrow, Thursday 31st March. The raffle will be drawn live on Thursday next week to enable baskets to be collected before the holidays.
There is no obligation to purchase unsold tickets. Many Thanks โค๏ธP&F
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With more talking points than the Oscars, but not nearly as much fun as our school library, the next edition of our award-winning newsletter is out now.
https://sfx.wa.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Term-1-2022-Newsletter-Volume-3.pdf
Welcome to St Francis Xavier Primary School, an affordable outstanding co-educational Catholic school o๏ฌering 3 year old Kindy to Year 6 primary education, located in the heart of Geraldton.
Every student at St Francis Xavier is part of a vibrant community, where they will be equipped to realise their purpose and potential. Our sta๏ฌ celebrates the uniqueness of all children and are united in their mission to inspire students to discover, to grow and to learn. Our school environment sits on beautiful grounds and bene๏ฌts from modern facilities designed to engage students and bring learning to life.
Honesty, Inclusivity, Compassion, Self-Control and respect underpin all that we do at St Francis Xavier. These values are an integral part of our schools ethos, and are taught to students as a foundation toward being valuable members of society.
Monday | 8am - 4pm |
Tuesday | 8am - 4pm |
Wednesday | 8am - 4pm |
Thursday | 8am - 4pm |
Friday | 8am - 4pm |
Family day care service available Monday to Thursday, 7.30am to 4.30pm.
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