"Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and diligence." Abigail Adams

In recent days, we have enjoyed celebrating the application and achievement awards in the Academic Assemblies at each campus. These gatherings have also provided us with an excellent opportunity to affirm all students for the efforts (ardour and diligence) they make every day to deepen their knowledge and acquire new skills. As parents and teachers, we know that many small improvements over time are what make the biggest difference, which is why it is important for us to support our young people in maintaining high levels of attendance and to try their best every day.

Week 3 will take many of our students away from the classroom with several Knockout Sporting Competitions in which Nazareth students will test their skills against teams from other schools – best wishes and good luck to everyone involved. At the same time, our Year 11 students commence the subject selection process for Year 12, 2026. It is certainly one of those occasions when teachers, students and parents work together to arrive at the best combination of subjects for each student.

Finally, in Catholic Schools Open Week, we celebrate and express our gratitude for belonging to a system of schools that provides an incredible professional network and valuable support that enriches and extends what we would be able to achieve on our own as a single stand-alone school.  Together, we are blessed to contribute to a shared vision focused on nurturing Thriving People and Capable Learners as we help build a world God desires.

Best wishes for the week ahead

Brian Schumacher
Principal

Fasten your seatbelt - Cabaret 2025 is going 'Out of this World'!

We're ready for lift-off and can't wait to take you on a stellar journey showcasing the incredible talent of our Year 2-12 Performing Arts students!

Tickets launch 10am, Tuesday 5 August. Puchase via the Upcoming Events page on our website: Upcoming Events | Nazareth Catholic Community

Don't miss your chance to witness this incredible show. 

Welcome to the first instalment of Tiny Traffic Tips! 🚦
This new series is here to share quick, helpful reminders about traffic safety across our Nazareth Community. Together, let’s keep our roads safe for everyone!

For more information about Traffic and Safety - please visit our website. 

On 28 August, Nazareth, in conjunction with Our Lady of La Vang, will be hosting the Western Region Schools Inclusive Futures Expo at the Kidman Park Campus. To register, please click here.

Catholic School Parents SA is hosting a one-day conference for parents and carers, featuring speakers like Maggie Dent, Wayne Holdsworth, Greg Attwells and Madhavi Nawana Parker.

Gain practical tools for:

• Calming teen stress and anxiety
• Supporting emotional wellbeing
• Managing screen time
• Strengthening parent–child communication

Register at: cspsa.catholic.edu.au/events

A reminder to all ECC Families that the ECC will be closed on Friday 29 August (Week 6, Term 3). There will be no charge for this closure day. If you have any questions, please see our Admin team.

A reminder for all ECC & R-12 families, that Friday 29 August (Week 6, Term 3) the Early Childhood Centre and R-12 College will be CLOSED for our annual Staff Reflection Day. Please ensure you have made alternative care arrangements for your family.

Our annual Staff Reflection Day is an important opportunity for Nazareth employees from all career disciplines to set aside their usual duties and immerse themselves in the essence of Catholic Social Teaching. The closure of our ECC and College services enables a rare occasion for all 350+ staff members to gather together, learn and reflect on shared values and beliefs. 

We thank you for your understanding.

NAPLAN Overview and Reporting – 2025

NAPLAN is a national assessment of literacy and numeracy undertaken by students in Years 3, 5, 7, and 9. It is the only nationwide assessment completed by all Australian students. Literacy and numeracy are essential foundations for learning across all subjects and for meaningful participation in society. The assessment questions are aligned with the Australian Curriculum in English and Mathematics.

Reporting for 2025

Families of students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 will receive a hardcopy of their child’s NAPLAN results in the coming days, as provided by ACARA. An electronic copy of each student’s NAPLAN assessment will also be uploaded to SEQTA for your convenience.

These results allow our school to measure student achievement against national benchmarks and compare performance across states and territories.

Understanding the New Reporting Scale

To help interpret this year’s report, please click here.  If you have concerns or would like to discuss the results further, please contact our Deputy Principal via [email protected], who can assist you directly about NAPLAN support.

Do you have a child/ren at Nazareth and have younger children / siblings at another school due to commence in year 7 in 2026 or 2027? Enrolments are now overdue. If you have not yet submitted an enrolment application, please contact our 7–12 Registrar on 8406 5012 as soon as possible to confirm your application status.

We also invite families to submit enrolment applications for siblings planning to commence in Reception or Year 7 from 2028 onwards. A completed application is required at least two years before the intended start date.

Please note:

• Children currently attending Nazareth Findon Campus (R–6) do not need to re-enrol for Year 7.

• The $50 application fee is only charged once per family - it does not apply to younger siblings.

Visit our website to submit an online application or learn more.

The Living Learning Leading survey is one of several tools developed to seek feedback from stakeholders and help monitor a school's performance against the Living Learning Leading Standards. In 2025, all Catholic Education South Australia schools will access these surveys through Curtin University.

The data collected will be used for research and further development of the LLL survey.

All feedback and data provided will be anonymous. Results will be presented in aggregated graphs, which leadership teams will share once finalised.

The survey is designed to capture your impressions — there are no right or wrong answers.

The survey will be available to complete from Monday 21 July until Friday 22 August.

How to complete the survey:

To get started, visit www.NSIPartnerships.com.au , click on Start Questionnaire, and enter the relevant access code, referenced below:

• For Nazareth Primary: Reception to Year 6 – NCCPLLLP [R-6 Parent Survey Information]
• For Nazareth Middle: Year 7-9 – NFPLLLP [7-10 Parent Survey Information]
• For Nazareth Senior: Year 10-12 – NKPLLLP [11-12 Parent Survey Information]

Please note: If you have more than 1 child attending Nazareth, we ask that you complete the survey in consideration of your oldest enrolled child.

The R-12 Music Information page online continues to be updated with important information, including information about upcoming performances, competition, rehearsals and more!

On Friday 8 August, students in the ECC and R-6 will have the opportunity to step up to end homelessness! To donate, please click here.

This is one of multiple events supporting the Hutt St Centre this term. Families are asked to donate once across these events, and only multiple times if they wish to.

On Wednesday 13 August (Week 4), all students from ECC to Year 6 are invited to wear their cosiest winter clothing in support of the Hutt Street Centre. Make a difference by donating via this link, or by bringing along NEW winter warm items such as blankets, socks, gloves, beanies, or bedding.

Let’s help bring warmth to those who need it most this winter!

A gentle reminder for all families, particularly those new to our community, that the Early Childhood Centre (ECC) car park is strictly reserved for families dropping off or collecting children attending the ECC on that day.

We’ve noticed some families using this space as a quick kiss and drop for school students, which creates safety concerns and congestion – particularly when children exit vehicles to walk through the adjoining gate.

Please note:

• The ECC car park must not be used by families whose children do not attend the ECC.

• If you have children at both the ECC and Findon Campus, the car park may only be used for the brief time it takes to drop off or collect your ECC child.

• Do not leave your car parked in the ECC area while walking into school or waiting for after-school activities.

We appreciate your understanding and support in keeping this space safe and accessible for our ECC families. For more information, visit our website.

Please see the important information below for Mid-Year Reception & Co-Curricular School Photos, happening on Monday 11 August (Week 4, Term 3): 

Week 3 | Friday 8 August, 2:30pm
MacKillop Hall, Findon Campus

On Friday 8 August (Week 3), we will have an R-6 Assembly at 2:30pm in the MacKillop Hall, hosted by the Year 4 Neighbourhood. All parents/family members are warmly welcome to attend.

This year’s Book Week theme invites students to ‘Book an Adventure’ - a celebration of stories that take us places, spark our imagination and lead us into the unknown! From pirates to fairies, superheroes to explorers, or even mythical creatures - the sky’s the limit when it comes to dressing up and diving into adventure.

Read the Term 3 Week 1 Newsletter for a full list of activities at the Findon Campus across Term 3.

Key Dates:

• Book Week Poster Competition - Due: Monday 11 August (Week 4)
• Golden Ticket Book Exchange – Book Collection Week: Monday 11 – Friday 15 August (Week 4)
• Golden Ticket Book Exchange – Book Swap Week: Monday 18 – Thursday 21 August (Week 5)
• Premier’s Reading Challenge Forms - Due Friday 22 August (Week 5)
• Book Week Parade - Friday 22 August (Week 5) at 9:15am
  Dress up day! Students can come dressed in anything adventurous that reflects this year’s theme. Families are warmly invited to join us for the parade.

Made in the Image of God Sexuality and Respectful Relationships Curriculum, is an important part of religious education at Nazareth. To read more information about the MITIOG curriculum that will be taught in your child's classroom, please click on the appropriate link below.

• Reception
• Year 1 and 2
• Year 3 and 4
• Year 5 and 6 

Results & Fixtures

The latest R-6 Co-curricular sports results and fixtures will now be available to view on the website: www.nazareth.org.au/opportunity/sport/r-6-sport/

Term 3 After School Clinics (Reception- Year 2)

A number of clinics are available in Term 3 for students in Reception to Year 2. Please check the R-6 Sports page for more information. 

Families are warmly invited to attend the Parish Mass on Friday 1 August (Tomorrow) at 9:15am in the OLM Church at Findon. Year 5C will be hosting the Mass, taking on various roles and leading the singing. We invite you to join together for a coffee or drink after Mass in the Café. Thank you for respecting our sacred space and saving your coffee for before or after Mass.

New 7–12 Sports Info Hubs Now Live

We’ve launched dedicated online hubs for Boys and Girls Co-Curricular Sport on our website. These pages will now be the main place for weekly fixtures, results, reminders and updates.

Families should check the Hubs regularly, as this will be our key communication method moving forward. Urgent updates will still be sent via email or SMS.

Access them via Quick Links on our website or directly below:
Girls Sport
Boys Sport

Weekly Results
From now on, all 7–12 weekly sports results will be posted on the respective Hubs.

Pink Round & Intercol

This week, Adelaide Combined Schools Sports Associations (SAAS, SACSSGSA & IGSSA) will be celebrating Pink Round to support Australians impacted by breast cancer. For more information, visit the Sports Hubs.

In Week 5 of Term 3, Nazareth will be competing in an Intercol against Cabra College. More information will be available on the Sports Hubs soon.

Career & Pathways Information Hub

Whether you’re exploring future study options, looking for work experience, or starting to consider life after school, our Careers & Pathways Hub is the place to start.

You’ll find up-to-date info on:

• Work Experience Programs
• Job Opportunities for Students
• Industry & Trade Immersions
• VET and post-school pathways
• ...and plenty more, with new opportunities added all the time.

Visit the hub to explore what’s on offer, or book in with our Careers Counsellors to chat about your next step.

Flinders Park Campus school photos have arrived and will be distributed to students via Mentor Group on Friday (tomorrow).

If you child is not present to receive their photo pack, they will need to collect it from Student Services.

If your family chose to ‘collect in person from campus’, photo packs will be available for collection at Front Reception by the designated parent.

The Flinders Park Campus Academic Assembly will be held tomorrow Friday 31 July. All Years 7-10 students are required to wear their Formal Winter Uniform (with blazer).

Information about subject selections for Years 8-10 in 2026 will be shared soon. Edval opening and closing dates will be communicated once finalised.

As part of the Rite Journey program, this is a compulsory activity for all Year 9 students. 

Alongside their mentors, students will participate in the Hutt St Walk a Mile initiative - held around the Oval at our Flinders Park Campus - to raise awareness and show solidarity for those experiencing homelessness. Students are invited to wear their PE uniform with a touch of orange and will enjoy a shared breakfast following the walk. We encourage families to support the cause by donating or sharing our fundraising web page: Walk a Mile - Nazareth Catholic College - Year 9 Rite Journey

Please note that Wednesday 13 August will be a pupil-free day for all Year 10 students, due to Year 10 into Year 11 Subject Counselling Conversations. Please see Years 10 & 11 | 2026 Subject Selection article for more information.

Should students need to be on site on this day for supervised study, please complete the following form, and information will be provided to you via email regarding the study location based on student numbers. Supervised Care Booking Form | Nazareth Catholic Community

A reminder for families that the final Year 10 Immunisation session is this Monday 4 August. Students will be emailed their appointment time. If your child is sick or unable to have their immunisation on the day, you are able to schedule an appointment through the Council Immunisation Clinic.

St Clair Immunisation Clinic, 109 Woodville Road, Woodville. Ph: 8408 1111

Please click here to view the important information regarding the Year 10 Immunisation Program, with the City of Charles Sturt. This document outlines the process for the school program. Click here if you require further information.

Our subject selection process is designed to help students reflect on their interests, explore future pathways, and make informed choices through guided curriculum discussions. This journey began last term with our Subject Selection and Pathways Day, and will continue over the coming weeks through various supports and activities.

During Mentor Group sessions, students will explore pathway options and have opportunities to speak with their teachers and Leaders of Learning about subject choices. We’ve also encouraged them to attend University Open Days, many of which begin this weekend - these are valuable opportunities to explore potential areas of interest.

Future Pathways Guide Book & Video

To support your family in this process, we’ve created a Future Pathways Guide Book, available online. This guide includes everything you need to know about subject selection, timelines, and the SACE structure.

We also encourage you to watch our video presentation, which provides a helpful overview of the SACE, Nazareth subject offerings, VET pathways, ATARs, and how students can personalise their senior learning journey.

Subject Selection Q&A Sessions - Optional 

We invite Year 10 & 11 parents/caregivers to attend an optional online Q&A session via Microsoft Teams, designed to support you and your young person in navigating subject selection, SACE, VET, and future pathways.

These sessions complement the information in the video and are not intended to introduce new content. We strongly recommend all families - especially those of Year 10 students new to SACE - watch the video ahead of time.

Click here to register for an online Q&A session.

Subject Counselling Conversations

All Year 10 & 11 families are required to attend a 15-minute phone interview with their child’s Mentor Group teacher to support the subject selection process:

• Year 11 into Year 12: Wednesday 6 August, between 2:15–6:00pm
  Year 11 students will be dismissed early at 1:30pm
  
• Year 10 into Year 11: Wednesday 13 August, between 9:00am–5:00pm
  This will be a pupil-free day for all Year 10 students

Phone Counselling Booking Links:

Year 10 into 11: https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/code/q2zx9 - open now

Year 11 into 12: https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/code/af97z - open now

In the lead-up, students will continue these conversations in Mentor Group and are encouraged to speak with both their Semester 1 and current subject teachers if they have any questions.

Watching the video presentation, reviewing the Future Pathways Guide Book and attending one of the virtual SACE Q&A sessions, are crucial steps to ensure you have a comprehensive understanding of the individual pathway opportunities available through senior schooling and beyond. 

Year 10 & 11 Subject Selection Submissions Deadlines:

• Year 11 into 12: Friday 15 August at 4pm
• Year 10 into 11: Tuesday 19 August at 4pm

2026 Subject Selections for Current Years 7-9 Students:

Information about subject selections for current Years 7-9 students (Years 8-10 in 2026) will be shared soon. Edval opening and closing dates will be communicated once finalised.

Please note that all Year 11 & 12 students will be dismissed at the early time of 1:30pm on Wednesday 6 August, due to Year 11 into Year 12 Subject Counselling Conversations. Please see Years 10 & 11 | 2026 Subject Selection article for more information.

We have had confirmation from Adelaide Metro that they will run additional early buses for the Year 11-12 students’ early dismissal next Wednesday 6 August. Please refer to the timetables below:

Safe Drop-off and Pick-up at Kidman Park

Parents and caregivers are reminded that we have a circular driveway to safely drop students off at Kidman Park.  Please avoid driving through the front carpark where there is signage for “No Entry” to keep the walkway safe for students as they arrive and depart the College.

Student Drivers

A reminder that the rear carpark is available for Year 12 students and any students who drive to and from the College need to sign a Driving permission form.  If your child has recently received their licence, can we ask that you please complete the forms below.  Year 11 student drivers can park safely in the surrounding areas being mindful of residents’ driveways.

• Student Driver Application Form
• Parent Consent Form
• Passenger Permission and Indemnity Form

Kidman Park Hours

Please note that there is incidental supervision on the Kidman Park campus between 8:00am and 4:45pm each day, where students can remain in the café space if dropped off slightly earlier or remaining afterschool. Official before school duty starts at 8:25am and concludes at 3:50pm each day.  For our ongoing duty of care, students are not able to be on site outside of these hours unless they are in an organised supervised activity with an official teacher or coach.  Teachers will notify parents if students are required on site after these timeframes for school organised activities.