St Joseph's Werribee

Families of Year 5 students may find this resource helpful. Remember, applications for Year 7 2028 are due on Friday 14th August.

NEW PODCAST EPISODE ALERT!

Are you a Prospective Family of MacKillop College?

Or perhaps you're an Existing Family with a younger sibling commencing in 2028?

In this podcast episode, we're joined by Amanda McKinley, College Registrar, for a practical guide to Year 7 2028 enrolments — including deadlines, zoning, sibling applications, and the Wyndham Vale campus.

Search 'MacKillop College Werribee' on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Week 9 at St Joseph’s

Last week, the Year 5/6 students participated in an incursion called The News Room, where they became news reporters for the day!

The incursion linked with their current Inquiry learning, where they were able to report on Australian History topics they have been exploring. They had a great day full of fun and learnt many new skills!

Today, our Year 3 and 4 students travelled to Soverign Hill for an exciting journey into Australia's gold rush era. Through hands-on activities, interactive exhibits and historical demonstrations, students explored what life was like in the 1850s and gained a deeper understanding of this important period in our nation's history.

From wandering the historic streets and visiting traditional shops to discovering stories of the goldfields, the day was filled with curiosity, learning and fun. Students represented our school beautifully and embraced every opportunity to learn from the past.

A wonderful day of exploration, discovery and unforgettable experiences!

Today our staff came together for a meaningful Spirituality Day, taking time to pause, reflect and reconnect with our shared mission as a Catholic school community.

Through prayer, conversation and reflection, we explored ways to deepen our faith, strengthen our relationships and continue nurturing a culture of hope, compassion and belonging for all.

Spirituality Day provided a valuable opportunity to grow together, celebrate our community and be renewed in our commitment to supporting the wellbeing and learning of every student.

We are grateful for the gift of this time together and look forward to carrying these insights into our work each day.

Week 8 at St Joseph's

Today we had some new signs installed at the front of our school, helping to make our school even more welcoming and reflective of who we are as a community.

Featuring our school branding and the inspiring words of Saint Mary MacKillop, these additions are a visible reminder of the values that guide us each day:
"May the spirit of unity and love reign amongst us."

As students, staff and families walk through our grounds, may these words continue to inspire us to live with faith, kindness and a strong sense of belonging.

We are proud to see our school environment growing in ways that celebrate our Catholic identity and the spirit of our community 💙💚
Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools

Let's give our newest member of staff, Kristy, a warm St Joseph's welcome 👏
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Hello, my name is Kristy, and I am delighted to be joining St Joseph's as the new office manager.

I bring several years of administrative experience within the education sector and am passionate about helping the school run smoothly while supporting staff, students and families.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends and love going on cruises whenever I get the chance .

I am excited to begin this new chapter, meet everyone and become part of the St Joseph's vibrant and welcoming community. I look forward to getting to know you all.

Last week, our Year 1 students enjoyed a very special camp experience right here at school!

The afternoon was filled with fun, laughter and excitement as students gathered around the campfire, enjoyed delicious hot chocolates with marshmallows, participated in scavenger hunts, played games and joined in sing-alongs with their friends.

It was wonderful to see our students building friendships, developing independence and creating lasting memories in a safe and supportive environment.

A huge thank you to our staff for making this experience so enjoyable and memorable for everyone involved.

We are so proud of the enthusiasm, courage and positive spirit our Year 1 students showed throughout the evening. What a fantastic camp adventure!

Step back in time with Year 2!

Year 2 enjoyed a wonderful excursion to Werribee Park Mansion, where they explored what life was like 150 years ago.

Visiting the children's room gave a glimpse into the clothing, toys and daily experiences of children from the past.

It was a fantastic day of learning where students compared life today to life in the past at one of Werribee’s local treasures!