School Vision
St Matthew’s School empowers children to embrace life-long learning and grow and develop as God intends.
“It is Christmas every time you let God love others through you…
yes, it is Christmas every time you smile at your brother and
offer him your hand.”
– Mother Teresa
Dear Parents and Carers
Walt Disney once said, ‘You can dream, create, design and build the most wonderful ideas in the world, but it requires people to make the dream a reality’.
The reality is that the learning experiences and projects that have taken place this year at St Matthew’s, could not have happened without a great deal of commitment and support from the staff, parents and students. Thank you all, for your contributions to our lovely school.
To our departing staff, families and students; whatever you strive for, whatever you do, whatever your lot in life, give it your very best. Make the most of it, be positive, choose to be happy and thank God for each new day. To our returning staff, students and families, we look forward to embarking on the journey of the 2020 school year with you all.
When I reflect on my time as principal of what I consider to be an awesome school, I have many fond memories. All the experiences of this year have contributed is some way to ensuring we offer our students the best education. I believe we have a unique place for students to learn in a safe and loving environment.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as Principal and member of the Parish community of St Matthew’s School over the past two years. I will take with me many fond memories, and more importantly, solid friendships, as I move on to new challenges in 2020.
Thank you to all our St Matthew’s families who continue to promote St Matthew’s in a positive manner. I wish all students, staff and families a very Happy Christmas, a safe and restful break, and many blessings for a wonderful future ahead.
God bless
Natalia Thomson
Principal
Christmas Messages from the 2019 Staff
Faith makes all things possible,
Hope makes all things work,
Love makes all things beautiful,
Wishing you all three for this Christmas and beyond.
May you end the year with a smile and start with hope for another year.
– Mrs Milton –
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Merry Christmas to all this holiday season.
I hope you get the chance to unwind with your family and spend some quality time together.
– Mr Tenney-
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May you be blessed this Advent as you focus on the past – remembering Jesus coming to earth as a baby, the present – seeking a growing relationship with him every day, and the future – being aware of thesecond coming of Jesus to the earth in glory (at a time unknown to us). May Jesus bless you and your
families and keep you safe over the seasons of Advent and Christmas.
– Mrs Quartermaine –
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Merry Christmas everyone!
I have been so privileged to have spent another year with the wonderful staff, students and community of St Matthew’s. I feel so blessed to be working here. Thank you for all of the support, encouragement and camaraderie that you send my way.
May your Christmas be a special time for you and your families.
– Mrs Evans –
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We wish all members of the St Matthew’s School community a lovely festive season filled with family, friends and the true spirit of Christmas.
May all your Christmas wishes come true!
Have a great holiday and see you next year.
– Mr & Mrs Collins, Jasmine, Lillian and Poppy –
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Wishing all the beautiful children, families and friends of St Matthew’s a very happy Christmas. I hope the holiday period brings you many smiles and special memories.
– Mrs Allington –
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Thank you for making this year at St Matthew’s School so memorable.
I am so grateful for being warmly welcomed into this wonderful community.
Have a safe and Merry Christmas.
I wish you all the best for 2020.
– Miss Mowatt –
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Merry Christmas to the wonderful families of St Matthew’s School.
Thank you for another fantastic year. I have enjoyed working with all our parents and students this year and I love being a part of such a supportive and positive community.
I would like to wish all our families a relaxing, enjoyable and fun break with your loved ones. I look forward to seeing you all again in 2020!
– Miss Evan –
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Wishing you all a happy and safe Christmas.
Full of love, laughter and lots of presents!!
I look forward to seeing you all in the New Year.
– Mrs Dyke –
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To our wonderful school community, I wish you joy and happiness as we part ways, may your holidays be full of love, light and laughter. Merry Christmas and have a safe and Happy New Year.
– Mrs Annear –
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Wishing you a happy, healthy and colorful life this Christmas. Enjoy every moment with your family, friends and your loved ones. Merry Christmas!
– Mrs D’Alton –
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What a fabulous year it has been in Pre-Primary!!! We have had so many wonderful memories it is too many to mention.
I would like to thank all the wonderful parents who have been so supportive and helpful. The children have loved seeing you at school, and I have greatly appreciated your help – both big and small. But, mostly I want to thank all the Pre-Primary children for being such enthusiastic learners, and kind and helpful little classmates … ALL year! It has been such a pleasure spending time with each and every one of you. I would like to wish our Pre-Primary families a very Merry Christmas and a relaxing, joyful New Year, with lots of new and “wonder-filled” things to happen for all.
With love, plus lots of Christmas cheer.
– Mrs Prideaux –
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Wishing all St Matthew’s families, A Merry Christmas and a joyous New Year.
May your Christmas be filled with love, joy and peace.
– Mrs Maartens –
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And the angel said to them, “Don’t be afraid! I am here with good news for you, which will bring great joy to all the people.” Luke 2:10
Wishing you all blessings of the season.
-Sr Sahaya –
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Christmas is sharing, celebrating, giving, caring, love and believing.
May all the sweet magic of Christmas fill your heart and every desire.
Merry Christmas
– Love Mrs Graham & Mrs Blyth –
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I would like to wish everyone a wonderful Christmas break filled with love from friends and family.
I have had another tremendous year at St Matthew’s and would like to thank our beautiful school community for all their support and help.
I can’t wait to see you all in 2020.
– Mrs Kilpatrick –
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Wishing you and your family the blessings of peace, the beauty of hope, the spirit of love and the comfort of faith. May these be your gifts this Christmas season.
– Mrs Hastie –
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Wishing all our St Matthew’s families a happy and safe Christmas.
Looking forward to seeing you all in 2020.
– Mrs Keppel –
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Wishing everyone a most wonderful Christmas.
May you all enjoy spending time with family and friends.
I hope 2020 is everything you wish for and more.
Merry Christmas
– Mrs Beckwith –
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Wishing everyone a Safe, Happy and Healthy Christmas and may all your Christmas wishes come true.
Very best wishes to those families leaving us and I look forward to seeing those families returning in 2020 and hearing all about your adventures over the Christmas break.
– Mrs D’Arcy –
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May at this Christmas end the present year on a cheerful note
And make way for a fresh and bright New Year
Here’s wishing you all “Merry Christmas 2019” and “A Happy New Year 2020”
– Mrs Ong –
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Blessings of Christmas to all families and friends of St Matt’s.
Christmas is a true story. Our God has pitched his tent among us. We have seen His Glory in the child Jesus. May the Lord bless us with more of his Power, Peace and Love at this Christmas 2019.
Have a great holidays.
– Fr Jayan Johnson –
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