ABOUT ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL

St Philomena School provides primary education through qualified teachers with a commitment to traditional Catholic principles of education. The current enrolment in 2007 stands at 81 students.

 

The school curriculum is based on an integrated educational philosophy which recognises the

• spiritual

• academic

• moral

• cultural

• physical, and

• social

needs of all students. Specific emphasis is placed on the development of basic skills, knowledge and understanding, in an environment that allows individuals to grow.

Latin and French are the two languages taught to all students at the school. Extra-curricula activities in which the students participate include altar serving for the boys, piano lessons and netball for the girls.

VALUES

The School Community values:

• the development of knowledge and skills of the whole child, thus improving student learning outcomes for all

•  effective teaching and learning

• the essential partnership of parents and teachers

• the provision of a stimulating and supportive environment free from fear of failure or sanctions for inability to learn, where the students are able to experience success and display creativity

• nurturing a sense of spiritual well-being and self-worth

BELIEFS

 

We believe that our school:

• offers learning for life and eternity

• teaches skills for life

• inculcates morality, specifically the Ten Commandments

• prompts students to appreciate their responsibilities in society

All students study the traditional Catholic religion and attend Mass and Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament.

 

LOCATION

 

St Philomena School is situated on Koplick Road, off Chambers Flat Road, Park Ridge. The ten-acre site, nestled among a natural rural environment, offers students a tranquil setting for their academic pursuits.

  

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