Good Samaritan Catholic Primary School Fairy Meadow acknowledges and pays respect to the Dharawal and Gweagal people past and present, the traditional custodians of the lands on which our school is built.

Dear Parents and Carers,

Over the past two weeks, our school has participated in a process known as Cyclic Inquiry. This occurs every four years and involves the school commissioning a report and hosting an external panel of educational experts on site for two days. The panel’s role is to affirm our work and collaborate with our Leadership Team to set priorities for the years ahead.

I wish to thank Fr Bernard, as well as the parents, students, and staff representatives who met with the panel. I was humbled by the feedback, which highlighted the strong sense of welcome and community at Good Samaritan, our shared understanding of the school’s vision and values, and the strength of our Catholic identity. The panel also noted the calm learning environment across the school and our positive behaviour data.

Looking forward, key priorities will include advancing our work in the high-performing and gifted education space, ensuring all students are challenged  to reach their full potential, and continuing to help each child grow in both faith and learning.

In addition, as part of the Tell Them From Me feedback from parents, staff, and students, the Leadership Team has actioned the following:

1. Opportunities at playtime for cross-age experiences, with K–6 shared spaces.
2. Across the road as an “Option” for Years 2-6 at Lunch and Recess
3. Additional equipment for our primary students, including volleyball nets and bocce sets.
4. Implementation of Seesaw across K to 6  to provide parents with a window into their child’s classroom learning.
5. A review of the homework and uniform policy, with parent input, scheduled for Term 4, 2025.

Thank you for your ongoing support as we work together to make Good Samaritan the best possible environment for our children’s growth.

Sincerely
Pauline Chrostowski
Principal

PARISH CONTACT DETAILS:

General enquiries

Lumen Christi Catholic Parish, Wollongong 

Diocese of Wollongong 

PO Box 874 (36 Harbour Street)

Ph: (02) 42 110500

Office hours: Monday to Friday (9:00am–1:00pm)

Click here to view the Parish Mass Times

Respectful Relationships

In Term 3, as part of our Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) curriculum, all students K-6 will participate in mandatory respectful relationships and child protection education. This program is designed to be age and stage-appropriate for all students and aims to equip them with the skills to understand what safe and respectful relationships look like. 

We recognise that parents and carers are the primary educators of their children. By working together, we can provide a shared understanding of these important values and empower our students to stay safe and protected. The school values this partnership and encourages you to continue these conversations at home with your children.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the specific content, please reach out to your child's class teacher.

Kind Regards,

Catherine Hailstone 

Assistant Principal

Diocesan South Coast Athletics Carnival

The Diocesan South Coast Carnival was held on Tuesday, and our GSFM athletes delivered some outstanding performances. We are thrilled to announce that the following students placed in the top four and will proudly represent GSFM next week at the Diocesan Selection Trials:

Angus B - 3rd 100m, 3rd  200m, 3rd  High Jump

Evelyn B - 3rd 100m, 3rd 200m, 3rd 800m

Thomas B - 4th 100m

Jacob D - 2nd 100m, 2nd 200m, 1st High Jump, 2nd Long Jump

Evie E - 3rd 100m

Aaliah G - 2nd 100m, 2nd 200m, 1st Long Jump

Ronny H - 3rd 200m, 4th 800m

Madeleine S - 3rd Shot Put

Maddi T - 1st 100m, 1st 200m, 3rd Discus

Piper T - 2nd High Jump

Lachlan B - 1st 100m, 1st 200m, 1st Shot Put, 1st Long Jump, 1st Discus

Chase WM - 2nd 100m, 2nd 200m, 2nd Shot Put, 2nd Long Jump, 2nd Discus

Junior Girls Relay Team - Zoe A, Evelyn B, Evie E, Ellie M - 4th

Senior Girls Relay Team - Aaliah G, Zara H, Matilda P, Maddi T - 4th

Best of luck to these students as they compete at the next level!

We also extend a huge congratulations to the following age champions and placegetters:

• Lachlan B – 1st Multi Class Age Champion
  
  
• Jacob D – 1st Senior Boys Age Champion
  
  
• Chase WM – 2nd Multi Class Age Champion
  
  
• Maddi T – 2nd 11 Year Girls Age Champion
  
  
• Aaliah G – 2nd Senior Girls Age Champion
  
  
• Angus B – 3rd Junior Boys Age Champion

We are incredibly proud of all our students who competed. Every single athlete contributed valuable points for GSFM across their events, helping us achieve some amazing team results:
Overall Champion School
Overall Champion Girls Team
Boys Team – 4th Overall

Congratulations to every athlete on their effort, sportsmanship, and school spirit – you have made our community very proud!

A big thank you to Mrs Corby and Mrs Luck for managing our team on the day and to Mrs Olima for preparing us and officiating on the day!

Sporting Schools Karate

At GSFM the students have been learning the art of Karate with Sensei Brett and Sensei Teri from  the Illawarra Karate Academy. 

Through their expert guidance, students have explored

Self-defence techniques

Breathing and focus exercises

Japanese language and culture

The discipline, respect and values of Karate

We are incredibly grateful to the Senseis for sharing their time, knowledge and skills with us. It's been an inspiring and empowering experience for all!

Soccer Gala Day 

We have the great pleasure of being asked again to run the BBQ at this year’s Soccer Gala Day. Year 6 will be hosting the BBQ, and all money raised will go towards the request to upgrade the basketball courts.

Please see the attached menu for the BBQ.

If any parents are able to help out on the day, ony if you are not managing a team,kindly let the office know.

Thank you for your continued support!

Carla Olima

PE Teacher

As part of our school wide commitment to address bullying in schools, this Friday, our school will take part in Bullying No Way! Day, Australia’s national initiative to foster safe, inclusive learning environments and remind everyone that bullying is never okay.

This year’s theme, “Be Bold. Be Kind. Speak Up.”, encourages students to stand up for others, show kindness every day, and use their voice to support their peers. In the middle session, students will take part in stage-based activities, designed to be engaging and age-appropriate, to build empathy, understanding, and respect. In the afternoon, we will gather for a liturgy to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption, reflecting on Mary’s example of faith, courage, and compassion. 

We believe it is important to be part of this initiative because every child has the right to feel safe, respected, and valued at school. Together, we can create a place where kindness is shown, voices are heard, and everyone belongs. We have spoken to many families and kids on what we as educators can do to best support you, as well as build a culture that feels safe enough for anyone to stand up to behaviours that can be harmful to others. 

Our motto for the day: Walk with kindness and compassion, as Mary did.

Leonie Vazey 

Wellbeing Leader

Please refer to the Good Samaritan Calendar of Events for 2025.

These events are also updated on the Google Parent Calendar.