Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions your family will make—and it’s about so much more than facilities or brochures. It’s about finding a place that feels right, where your child will be known, supported, and inspired.

At St Patrick’s School, Mansfield Park, our Principal’s Tours are the best way to experience the heartbeat of our school: our students, our classrooms, our community, and our warm, welcoming environment.

If you are considering St Patrick’s, here’s why joining a Principal’s Tour is the perfect first step.

Experience Classroom Life Firsthand

A Principal’s Tour gives you an open, honest look at daily school life. You’ll step inside active classrooms, see how our teachers engage with students, and watch the learning unfold in real time.

Families often tell us that it’s during the tour they truly “feel” what makes St Patrick’s special—our sense of belonging, our calm learning spaces, and the genuine relationships between students and staff.

Meet Our Leadership and Ask Questions

During the tour, you’ll spend time with our Principal, who will personally guide you around the school, share our vision, and answer any questions you may have about curriculum, wellbeing, enrolments, or school life.

It’s a chance to learn about:

• Our inclusive Catholic identity
• The values we teach and live each day
• Our approach to modern, high?quality education
• The ways we support every child to reach their full potential

We believe in transparency, openness, and meaningful partnerships with families—and your tour is the perfect place to begin that relationship.

Upcoming Principal’s Tours

We warmly invite you to join one of our scheduled upcoming tours:

• Sunday 15 March - 10:15am
  (Immediately after our Garden of Harmony Opening Event - everyone welcome!)
• Friday 26 March - 9:30am
• Thursday 24 May - 9:30am

To secure your place, simply complete our registration form or contact the school office during school hours.

A Community That Welcomes All

At St Patrick’s, we proudly welcome students and families from all backgrounds. Our Catholic tradition guides us in nurturing values such as kindness, respect, and responsibility, helping students become compassionate, confident young people.

Our passionate educators and innovative leadership team provide a contemporary, future?focused education within a safe and supportive environment. Every child is encouraged and empowered to thrive.

Learn About Our Mid?Year Reception Intake

Families joining us on a Principal’s Tour will also hear about our Mid?Year Reception Intake, which offers:

• 18 months of Reception for a gentle, confident start
• Free tuition for Terms 3 & 4
  (Uniforms and extracurricular activities not included)

If your child is turning five between May and October, this intake may be ideal.

Book Your Place on a Tour

We would love to meet you, show you around, and help you imagine your child flourishing at St Patrick’s.

To book a Principal’s Tour or enquire about another time, please contact our school office on 8303 4500 during school hours, or submit your details through our contact form.

Come and discover a school built on community, excellence, and care—where every child is valued and every family belongs.

Walking Together at St Pat's Family Evening - Wednesday 11 February

Join us for our Walking Together at St Pat's Family Evening and Meet the Teacher Night on Wednesday, 11 February. 
Parents and caregivers are warmly invited to meet their child’s teacher and hear about the learning year ahead.

More details to come. 

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