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Trust Respect Unity Excellence #TRUE St Peter's Primary School Our Vision Our vision is for our students to graduate as successful learners and are prepared for the future with a strong faith and th e values of trust, respect, unity and excellence Our Mission At St Peter’s, we derive strength from our motto ‘VERITAS’, meaning truth, which inspires us to learn, achieve and serve in truth Our Core Values In addition to our motto, there are four core values which underpin our school community: Trust Having faith and belief in God, family, yourself and others Respect Treating people and places with care and consideration Unity Working together as a team to achieve a common goal Excellence Striving to be your best and create opportunities to achieve success Quick Links Our core purpose as a school is to inspire our students to learn, achieve and to serve in truth. There is a striving to see beyond appearances to greater realities and true happiness. PRINCIPAL'S WELCOME ENROL NOW Our vision is for our students to graduate as successful learners and are prepared for the future with a strong faith and the values of trust, respect, unity and excellence. ENROL NOW & SCHOOL TOURS COMMUNITY CALENDAR This live calendar provides the most accurate and up to date information. Please click here for Term Dates and Pupil Free Days LATEST NEWSLETTER Keep up to date with the latest school news and events # TRUE on Instagram ABOUT US St Peter’s is a co-educational primary school located in the Bedford/Inglewood area of Perth. The school has over 750 students from Pre Kindy to Year 6. The school was originally established by the Dominican Sisters in 1941. The school motto Veritas – Truth links us back to our Dominican foundation that was built by the Sisters. The Dominican mission which continues to be ours is to plant the seeds of faith to inform the hearts and minds of students. We aspire to be a place where the beauty and power of the Christian faith is never imposed but proposed in every possible way. Read More

Trust Respect Unity Excellence #TRUE Employment Thank you for your interest in joining the St Peter's Primary School Community. Current Employment Opportunities There are currently no vacancies

Trust Respect Unity Excellence #TRUE School Advisory Council St Peter’s Primary School is pleased to present the 2024 School Advisory Council ​ ​ Deanna Exeter - Chair Matt Ferrinda - Deputy Chair Nicole Edwards - Secretary Keith D'Sa - Treasurer Fiorda Kule - Member Marie Armstrong - P&F Representative Father Jeronimo Flamenco Castillo – Parish Priest Hilda Tansley – Parish Representative Justin Tuohy – Principal ​ ​ ​ Role of the School Advisory Council ​ The role of the School Advisory Council is to help the school fulfill its educational responsibilities in accordance with the constitution, policies, guidelines and practices of the Catholic Education Council of Western Australia (CECWA) and Diocesan guidelines. Essentially, this role relates to financial stewardship and policy decisions. ​ School Advisory Council composition ​ The School Advisory Council has 10 members consisting of six parent representatives who are elected for a two year term at the Annual General Meeting, a P&F Representative, a St Peter’s Parish Representative, the School Principal and the Parish Priest. The Assistant Principals also attend the meetings. ​ The School Advisory Council meets monthly throughout the school year.

Trust Respect Unity Excellence #TRUE Science ​ Sc ience at St Peter's is taught following the guidelines of the Western Australian Curriculum. This subject provides opportunities to experience the joy of scientific discovery and nurtures students’ natural curiosity about the world around them. Our students develop critical and creative thinking skills, and challenge themselves to identify questions and draw evidence-based conclusions using scientific methods. Students explore and determine ways to understand our world under the overarching concepts of: Biological Science; Chemical Science; Earth and Space Science; and Physical Sciences. ​ Students develop an understanding of the following: important science concepts and processes; the practices used to develop scientific knowledge; the contribution of science to our culture and in our society; and the applications of science in our lives. Specialist Programs Music ​ St Peter’s offers a diverse and comprehensive program of music from Pre Primary to Year 6. The classroom program follows the guidelines of the Western Australian Curriculum with a keen focus on vocal, aural, and instrumental skills using a sequential, play-based approach. Composition and improvisation are also encouraged. The music program utilises Kodaly methodology, Orff Schulwerk and Musical Futures pedagogy and includes: Recorder in Year 3. Keyboard in Year 4. Ukuele and Keyboard in Year 5. Ukuele in Year 6. ​ Students may also choose to participate in our award-winning Choir, Concert Band, Guitar Ensemble, and Instrumental Program. Instruments on offer include: Classical Guitar Flute Clarinet Trumpet, Trombone, and Baritone Voice Dance and Drama ​ We are excited to introduce Dance and Drama as a new specialist class this year! It is designed as an inclusive class for all students to develop new skills through the areas of Drama and Dance. This specialist area lends itself for all students to grow creatively, cooperatively and in confidence. In Dance and Drama lessons, students will participate in meaningful and engaging experiences that support development of problem solving and critical thinking. Physical Education ​ Students at St Peter’s participate in Physical Education lessons. The lessons teach the skills to be physically active within the school and outer school community. Pre Primary - Year Two students learn fundamental movement skills. Students perform these skills in minor game play. Year Three - Six students combine fundamental movement skills with learning sport specific strategies. Students practise these skills in modified games. Students learn how to participate in an ethically and fair competitive sporting environment by participating in Swimming, Cross-Country and Athletic Carnivals. Italian Italian at St Peter’s allows students to be exposed to both the language and culture. ​ Students learn by taking part in a variety of fun language games as well as in activities to broaden their Italian vocabulary knowledge. ​ Every year, St Peter’s hosts ‘Italian Week!’ This wonderful experience allows both students and staff to sample Italian food and participate in Italian craft activities. ​ Year 5 and 6 students enjoy being given the opportunity to take part in an Italian regional and restaurant Expo. Research and creativity are key components when learning a language! Visual Arts ​ Participating in our Visual Arts Program allows students at St Peter's the opportunity to experience and explore the concepts of artists, artwork, and audience. Students experiment with ways of expressing ideas and communicating using a range of media. Two- and three-dimensional media and techniques such as drawing, painting, printing, pottery, printing, and collage are developed in weekly sessions. Connections are made to local, national, and international artists as students discover the importance of art in the world around us. They are encouraged to draw on what they know and to develop and practice their skills in a safe space where individuality and creativity are celebrated.

Trust Respect Unity Excellence #TRUE Religious Education Religious Education Religious Education at St Peter’s Primary school comprises two distinct but complementary dimensions – teaching religion as a curriculum area and developing the religious dimension of the school by nurturing the religious, spiritual and faith of our students. Religious Education is central to the curriculum and life of the school. It is taught in a context with the same systematic demands and rigour as all other learning areas and is sequenced to help children relate to the Catholic faith within their daily lives. The units of work are set by Catholic Education Western Australia and mandated by the Bishops of Western Australia. Religious Educations lessons are complemented by prayer, liturgical singing and class and whole school liturgies and prayer assemblies. Through Pastoral Care, we enhance the dignity of each person within our school community whilst maximising learning and growth. The pastoral care of St Peter’s Primary school children is of paramount importance and is a shared responsibility between the school and the home. Sacramental Programs ​ The school assists parents in preparing their children for the Sacraments through Sacramental programmes which are family-focused, Parish-based and school-supported. Parent information sessions and parent/child workshops are held as part of the preparation for each sacrament. Children participate in Parish-based Sacramental programs in Year Three (Penance/ Reconciliation), Year Four (Eucharist) and Year Six (Confirmation). As the first faith educators of their children, our parents are an integral part of this preparation and are encouraged to be supportive and involved in the process.

Procedures & Guidelines Governance CEWA Policy Documents Procedures and Guidelines Procedures and Guidelines Bullying Reporting Form Read more... Pastoral Care, Behavioural Support and Bullying Procedure Read more... Code of Conduct Read more... Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Allergies and Medical Alert Information Procedures Read more... Homework Procedure Read more... CEWA Privacy Policy & Collection Notice As a Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) school, St Peter’s Primary School collects, stores, uses, and discloses your personal information in accordance with the CEWA Privacy Policy and Privacy Collection Notices you may find here. CEWA Whistleblower Protection Framework The Whistleblower Protection Framework is designed to uphold CEWA’s shared values arising from the Catholic Social Teaching Principles of the dignity of the human person, the common good, subsidiarity, co-responsibility and participation. Read the CEWA Whistleblower Protection Framework Waste Minimisation and Litter Reduction Guidelines The school is committed to a whole-school approach to environmental education, of which waste minimisation and litter reduction plays a vital role. Read our Guidelines Governance Governance School Performance Data 2023 Read more... Child Safe Catholic Schools ​ Read more... Strategic Plan Read more... Principal ACM Report 2023 Read more... Catholic School Improvement Plan Read more... CEWA Policy Documents CEWA Policy Documents

Trust Respect Unity Excellence #TRUE Enrolment & School Fees Thank you for your interest in applying to enrol your child at St Peter’s Primary School. Please complete a Student Enrolment Application Form by downloading the enrolment package. ​ Pre Kindy – your child must be 3 years old prior to commencement ​ Kindergarten – your child must be 4 years old by 30 June of commencement year ​ Pre Primary – your child must be 5 years old by 30 June of commencement year ​ ​Placements will be offered according to the following criteria: ​ Siblings of students already enrolled in the school. Catholic students from within the Parish with a Parish Priest reference. Catholic students from outside the Parish with a Parish Priest reference. Other Catholic Students Children of families with historical links to the school. Non-Catholic students from other Christian denominations. Other non-Catholic students. Enrolment Package Read more > School Fees 2024 Read more > Pre Kindy Information Read more > Pre Kindy Handbook Read more > Kindergarten Handbook Read more > School Tours Term Four - Wednesday 16th October 2024 To make a booking, please contact Liz Cunningham on 9338 9904 or email elizabeth.cunningham@cewa.edu.au ​ ​ Enrolments ​ Interviews have concluded for 2025 Kindergarten for children born between 1 July 2020 and 30 June 2021. Waitlist applications invited. Enrolment applications are invited for 2026 Kindergarten (2025 Pre Kindy) for children born between 1 July 2021 and 30 June 2022. Interviews will commence in March 2025. ​ ​ Please contact Liz Cunningham, Enrolments Officer, on 9338 9904 if you have any further enquiries. ​ ​ Completed applications are to be submitted: ​ In person 103 Wood Street, Inglewood WA 6052 ​ Email stpeters@cewa.edu.au ​ Mail PO Box 656, Inglewood WA 6932 Read more >

Trust Respect Unity Excellence #TRUE Learning Diversity ​ At St Peter’s, we have a dedicated team of specialist teachers and Educational Assistants who work collaboratively to provide Literacy and Numeracy support to our students. ​ Our Support team is committed to delivering intervention programs tailored to accelerate the progress of students who have been identified with specific needs. Our intervention programs are data-driven, ensuring close monitoring of each student's progress. We place a high priority on early intervention, recognising its significance in addressing needs promptly. ​ Collaboration and communication with classroom teachers are integral to our approach. We believe in working closely with teachers to ensure continuity and effectiveness in our intervention strategies. Our team frequently collaborates with a range of professionals to provide holistic support to our students. This includes our school psychologist, our onsite Allied Health Service team from Hendercare, as well as external experts such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, tutors, and others. This collaborative approach ensures that our students receive comprehensive support tailored to their individual needs. ​ In Kindergarten, we conduct Speech Therapy screening for each child to identify any areas of concern. Our annual assessment schedule ensures that all students are regularly monitored for their progress and any potential needs across all year levels. ​ Furthermore, we conduct annual handover meetings where current classroom teachers transfer important information about their students to their future teachers. During these meetings, staff are briefed on any intervention strategies that have been employed to support students, ensuring continuity and progress from year to year. ​ At St Peter’s, we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive. ​ ​ A.Q.U.I.N.A.S The A.Q.U.I.N.A.S program at St Peter’s School acknowledges the definitions used by Françoys Gagne’ when he states that Giftedness designates the possession and use of outstanding natural abilities, called aptitudes, in at least one ability domain, to a degree that places an individual at least among the top 10% of age peers. And that talent designates the outstanding mastery of systematically developed abilities, called competencies (knowledge and skills), in at least one field of human activity to a degree that places an individual at least among the top 10% of age peers who are or have been active in that field. ​ As such, the St Peter’s School A.Q.U.I.N.A.S program aims to assist development of intellectual gifts, into talents by: appropriate identification using diagnostic testing, particularly from year 3 - 6 provision for early identification provision of external opportunities when possible and appropriate individual support where appropriate and possible inclusion of students in relevant competitions and experiences external to St Peter’s Primary School provision of well-planned extension (class withdrawal) programs that can include the development of a variety of skills including: independent working skills higher order thinking skills research skills self-regulation problem solving skills self-confidence and understanding intrinsic motivation ​ Please click below to view the Postion Paper for A.Q.U.I.N.A.S ​ ​ ​ Postion Paper A.Q.U.I.N.A.S Numeracy Support ​ At St Peter’s, both students and teachers are well-supported in the Mathematics Learning Area. Students are provided with in-class support and small-group withdrawal support. Classroom teachers, support staff and Numeracy Co-ordinators all play a vital part in deciding which support structure is most relevant for our individual students. We perform extensive numeracy assessments and use current data to identify students who will receive numeracy support in both junior and upper primary. Teachers are also offered a range of support measures in Numeracy. Support is given to teachers when they are designing their classroom numeracy programs. This is also complemented by practical support being given whilst implementing individual Mathematics lessons. Staff attend professional Numeracy Development sessions each term. St Peter’s have an intervention specialist who implements the Extending Maths Understanding (EMU) Program for those students in junior primary who require support. EMU is a research-based intervention approach that improves students’ knowledge and confidence with Mathematics. ​ Literacy Support ​ At St Peter’s, we offer students specialist support in the Literacy Learning Area through in-class support and small-group withdrawl sessions. We have a number of highly trained Educational Assistants who rotate throughout the school, offering additional in-class support during literacy dedicated time. Students who have been identified as having lower literacy skills are able to access specific intervention programs – MiniLit or MacqLit. ​ MiniLit is an evidence-based, explicit and effective early literacy intervention program for small groups, offered in Years 1 to 2. It is a synthetic phonics- based program aimed at students finding reading and writing difficult. Within the program, students are taught to identify all 44 sounds in the English language and use the sounds to read and spell with accuracy. MiniLit is an integral part of the MultiLit suite of reading programs. ​ MacqLit is an evidence-based, explicit and systematic reading intervention program for small groups of older low-progress readers from Years 3-6. As with MiniLit, it focuses on students recognising and using the 44 sounds in the English language to read and spell words and builds on learnt skills to break multi-syllabic words apart. It also includes all the key components necessary for effective reading instruction: phonemic awareness, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. ​ Reading support is also offered to students in middle to upper year groups through small-group Reciprocal Reading sessions, an interactive teaching strategy for supporting readers to develop comprehension strategies. ​ Whole School Friendship Framework ​ At St. Peter’s, fostering a safe and positive school culture is one of our priorities. We implement an internationally recognised program, Friendology 101 by URSTRONG. This comprehensive wellbeing program is designed to provide students with essential skills, language, and self-confidence to foster healthier friendships. Our goal in implementing Friendology 101 is to empower our students to navigate social interactions with confidence and empathy. ​ Through a series of 8 age-appropriate sessions, our students will learn essential language and strategies to: Articulate their emotions effectively. Advocate for themselves respectfully. Resolve conflicts constructively, termed as putting out Friendship Fires® by URSTRONG. Differentiate between normal conflicts and intentional hurtful behaviour, referred to as 'mean on purpose' by URSTRONG, which aligns with our approach to addressing bullying. ​ The positive impact of Friendology 101 on our school community, fostering stronger relationships and promoting a culture of kindness and respect, aligns seamlessly with our core school values: TRUST, RESPECT, UNITY, and EXCELLENCE. To learn more about the program, explore the URSTRONG website www.urstrong.com . ​

Trust Respect Unity Excellence #TRUE Parents & Friends Parents and Friends The St Peter’s Parents and Friends Association is focused on nurturing a strong community spirit by encouraging and supporting parental involvement in social, educational and fundraising activities initiated on behalf of the children attending St Peter’s Primary School. ​ St Peter’s Parent and Friends Executive Committee 2024 ​ Marie Armstrong - President Karla Benitez - Vice President Christine Williams - Secretary Steven Catania - Treasurer Michelle Broadbent - General Member Dave Dawes - General Member ​ Current Contact St Peter's P&F - stpeterspandfwa@gmail.com ​ Please click below to access the St Peter's P&F Terms of Reference ​ ​ P&F Terms of Reference ​ Meetings Details ​ All members are welcome to attend the P&F Meetings. Meetings will be held once a term. The Agenda and Minutes will be electronically sent to the school community prior to each meeting. To submit an agenda item or provide feedback, please email stpeterspandfwa@gmail.com When 20th February 2024 7th May 2024 6th August 2024 29th October 2024 Where – School Library ​ Time – 7pm – (Meeting length between 30-60 minutes depending on Agenda) ​ AIMS Act as liaison between the wider school community, and the governing bodies of the school. ​ Organise activities to further develop the educational, sporting, social and spiritual growth of the St Peter’s Primary School Community. ​ Foster parental involvement through a range of social, school and Parish activities. ​ Organise guest speakers for the Association on current and suggested educational programmes, faith development and other matters of interest. ​ Raise funds for the further development of the St Peter’s Primary School community. ​ WHAT WE DO Engage the class representative network to receive feedback from parents about issues of concern. ​ Provide funding to support the educational, religious and social aims of the school. ​ Support our students financially by providing annual scholarships. ​ Recognise and encourage the support given by parents to our school community. p&f ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP Any parent or guardian of a child attending or enrolled at St Peter’s Primary School who supports the aims of the Association (Including a staff member who is a parent of an enrolled child) is classified as a member. The Parish Priest and the School Principal (or their nominated representatives), all members of the teaching staff and life members; are ex-officio members of the Association. p&f class REPS 2024 Attend P&F meetings to represent the views of class parents. ​ Communicate meeting outcomes back to the class parents. ​ Welcome new families to the school. ​ Help organise and promote social and fundraising events for the wider school, year or class. ​ ​ Click below to view the Class Reps for 2024 ​ 2024 P&F Class Reps ​ ​

Student Absences If your child is absent from school, please notify the school before 9.00am (see options below): ​ ​ • Via SEQTA Engage - Instructions ; or • Complete the absentee form below; or • Call the absentee Telephone line on 9338 9901 ; or • Email absenteestpeters@cewa.edu.au ​ For extended leave of absence, please provide written notification to your classroom teacher in advance. Please click on the link to access the necessary form. ​ ​ Student Extended Leave Notification Notify the school of an absence Submit Thanks for submitting! School Absence Forms/Booklets Student Asthma Plan Authorisation to Administer Medication Student Extended Leave Notification Pre Kindy Handbook Kindergarten Handbook Parent Handbook SEQTA Engage SEQTA Engage allows parents and guardians to work in partnership with St Peter's Primary School to achieve the best outcomes for students. CEWA Ensuring that children and young people are able to thrive academically in a secure and safe environment is our highest priority. Quickcliq Welcome to cashless ordering! Quickcliq helps you manage your children's canteen orders. Nell Gray Uniforms The Superstore is professionally fitted-out and managed by highly trained staff, air conditioned and provides greater facilities for customers. Basketball & Netball Basketball and Netball Information ​ Association - stpsports2023@gmail.com Basketball - spbasketballteams@gmail.com Netball - netballstpeters@gmail.com OSHClub OSHClub provides high quality Before School Care, After School Care, Pupil Free Day and Vacation Care Program options for Primary aged children in a safe, fun and stimulating environment. Links Basketball

Trust Respect Unity Excellence #TRUE Before & After School Care OSHCLUB – BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE: ​ We operate the Out of Hours Care Program at St Peter’s Catholic Primary School. ​ OSHClub provides high quality Before School Care, After School Care, Pupil Free Day and Vacation Care Program options for Primary aged children in a safe, fun and stimulating environment. ​ We pride ourselves on providing children with a fun experience that they will enjoy. From exciting activities and healthy, nutritious snacks to caring, motivated staff, the program meets all your children’s needs. ​ Enrol online and manage your bookings – www.oshclub.com.au ​ Email: stpetersinglewood@oshclub.com.au ​ Program Phone Number: 0437 811 745 ​ Customer Service Number: 1300 395 735 ​ ​ The following Child Care Centres drop off and pick up students to and from St Peter’s Primary School. Please note that none of these centres are affiliated with our school and families are required to contact the centres direct. ​ ​ ​ Morley Out of School Care: Weld Square Primary School, Dorking Place, Morley, WA 6062. Phone: 9275 8887 Email: morosh@bigpond.com