Principal's Welcome
We are a Catholic learning community grounded in the Mercy values of Respect, Integrity, Challenge, Justice, and Compassion.
We believe in the limitless potential of every child. That's why, at St Thomas, we create nurturing and flexible environments where children are empowered to explore, learn, and grow independently and collaboratively. As an internationally accredited Visible Learning school, we embrace our St Thomas Learner Dispositions of: Curiosity, Brave, Gritty, Collaborative, Connected to strengthen our awareness of the learning process Our innovative approach to curriculum development ensures that learning is a journey fuelled by the students' interests, experiences, and the dynamic world around them. We celebrate diversity and authenticity, and feel very privileged to be part of the learning journey of our children, witnessing their incredible achievements each and every day.
We warmly invite you to experience first-hand the richness of our school’s touchstones:
- Faith: At St. Thomas, faith is a foundation. We invite all families into this faith-filled community, where Catholic Identity is expressed in contemporary, authentic and meaningful ways.
- Family: We're more than just a school; we're a family. Our tight-knit community of staff, students, and parents creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere so that all can feel valued, supported, and included.
- Future: As we prepare our students for the future, we equip them with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions to succeed in an ever-changing world. Our commitment to academic excellence and holistic development supports every child to strive towards their full potential, making a positive impact on the world.
We welcome you to the St Thomas School and Preschool community – where faith, family, and future come together to create an inspiring journey of learning and growth for your child. We look forward to you joining our family!
Warm regards,
Belinda Burford - Principal, St Thomas School & Preschool