Open Morning - Thursday 27th November

We will have an Open Morning on Thursday, 27th November at 9:30am. This event is for new families who want to learn about St Patrick’s School.

Visitors will enjoy a school tour and morning tea with our new Principal, Mrs Catherine O’Dea.

Current families: Please share this news with friends or relatives who may want to join our school.

We look forward to welcoming new families!

RSVP here: School Tour Enquiry, St Patrick's School

Event Details

Date: Thursday, 27th November
Time: 9:30 AM
Location: 33a Dudley Street, Mansfield Park, SA

• School Tour & Morning Tea with our new Principal, Mrs Catherine O’Dea
• Learn about our Little Paddy’s Transition Program
• Special Offer: All new enrolments on the day will receive a St Patrick’s school shirt and hat
• Now accepting enrolments for 2026 - secure your child’s place early!

Why Choose St Patrick’s?

At St Patrick’s Mansfield Park, every child is supported, known, and encouraged to grow.
Here’s what makes our school special:

• A strong community where families are valued
• Our guiding motto: “In All Things Love”
• A welcoming environment with caring, dedicated staff
• Plenty of room to play
• Exciting new upgrades coming in 2026

We’re proud to offer a safe, positive, and inspiring environment where children thrive academically and socially.

Spread the Word

Please share this invitation with friends, neighbours, and families who may be looking for a welcoming, community-focused school.

Contact Us:

• 08 8303 4500
• info@stpatsmp.catholic.edu.au
• Visit our website
• RSVP Here: https://www.stpatsmp.catholic.edu.au/school-tour-enquiry.html 

NATSICC National Assembly 2025

I was invited to attend the NATSICC National Assembly this year, thanks to the generous support of CESA and St Patrick’s School. The Assembly is a gathering of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholics, together with those who walk alongside us in faith, to celebrate the unique gifts First Australians bring to our Catholic Church.

The theme Pilgrims of Hope deeply resonated with me. It reminded me that as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, our faith journey is one of strength, resilience, and deep spirituality. Walking together in faith and culture, we continue to share hope and healing within our Church and wider community.

PHOTO - The first photo is of myself and Stan Grant, journalist/author.  The second photo is of Geoff Aufderheide, Sue Coghlan, Sharee McNamara(CESA), Amey Lekkas (Cardijn College).

Sandra Hartley

5/6SH Teacher

All Welcome to visit the School on Wednesday the 6th August from 9am - 11am

The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy

NAIDOC Week: 6 -13 JULY 2025

As we enter 2025, NAIDOC Week marks a powerful milestone: 50 years of honoring and elevating Indigenous voices, culture, and resilience. The 2025 theme, "The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy," celebrates not only the achievements of the past but the bright future ahead, empowered by the strength of our young leaders, the vision of our communities, and the legacy of our ancestors. 

The NAIDOC journey began as a movement for recognition and rights, sparked by Indigenous communities who saw a future built on justice and equality. Over the decades, it has grown into a powerful national celebration, a testament to the enduring strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As we commemorate this 50-year legacy, we also look forward, honouring the next generation who will carry the torch, shaping the future with courage, insight, and deep respect for our roots. Guided by the wisdom of our Elders and the groundwork laid by our forebears, each NAIDOC Week reinforces our vision for an Australia where Indigenous voices are not only heard but lead the way. 

This year, the National NAIDOC Committee takes an important step toward independence, embracing self-determination as a model for the next generation. With every story shared, every act of resilience remembered, and every cultural practice celebrated, we honour a legacy that reaches far into the past and extends into the future. As we celebrate this milestone, we look toward the next 50 years with excitement and confidence, while everyday ensuring that NAIDOC remains a movement grounded in community-led vision and integrity.

From this solid foundation, the next generation will rise—grounded in the strength of our Elders, history, inspired by a shared vision, and committed to building a legacy of unity, respect, and self-determination for all. This NAIDOC Week, we celebrate not just a milestone but a movement that endures, grows, and evolves—driven by the unwavering strength of our communities, the shared vision of our people, and the enduring legacy we pass on to those who will shape our future. Together, we walk forward, honoring where we've come from and looking boldly to the next generation who will carry NAIDOC and their communities into the future.

Catholic Education Week will be celebrated across South Australia from May 12-18, 2025 (Week 3, Term 2).
This week is a time to celebrate the outstanding teaching and learning that takes place in Catholic schools every day.

It provides an opportunity to:

• Celebrate the excellence of Catholic education in South Australia.
• Reflect on the unique characteristics of our Catholic schools and what makes them so special.
• Raise awareness of the Mid-Year Reception Intake.
• Honour the recipients of the Catholic Education Awards.

A Special Year of Celebration

In 2025, Catholic Education South Australia (CESA) celebrates 180 years of Catholic education in South Australia, coinciding with the Jubilee Year.

Our theme for this momentous year is: Pilgrims of Hope.

Pope Francis reminds us:
“We must fan the flame of hope that has been given to us and help everyone
to gain new strength and certainty by looking to the future with an open spirit, a
trusting heart, and far-sighted vision.”

Inspired by these words and guided by CESA’s mission to nurture thriving people
and capable learners in the world God desires, we have chosen a unifying theme for
Catholic Education Week 2025.