Friday 14th March 2025

Our Vision, Our Mission

Our Core Values

From the Principal...

Attendance Matters

Catholic Education Tasmania recently approved an attendance policy for all Catholic schools in Tasmania. So it is a timely reminder to reflect on and share the importance of why attendance matters. 

We all want the very best for our children, and one of the simplest ways to help them succeed is by ensuring they attend school regularly. Every day in the classroom counts—and here’s why:

1. Learning Starts Early

Primary school is where your child builds the foundation for reading, writing, maths, and problem-solving. Missing days means missing important lessons that can be difficult to catch up on later.

2. Routine Supports Progress

Children thrive on structure and routine. Being in school every day helps them follow the learning flow, stay confident, and feel part of the class. Gaps in attendance can interrupt that rhythm and make learning harder.

3. Good Habits Start Young

Regular attendance sets your child up with habits that will support them for life—like being on time, being reliable, and taking responsibility.

4. School is More Than Just Academics

Every school day offers more than lessons—there are opportunities to play, make friends, join in activities, and learn important social and emotional skills. Being away means missing out on these valuable moments.

5. Teachers Can Better Support Your Child

When your child is in school consistently, teachers can get to know them better and provide the right support at the right time. Irregular attendance can make it harder to spot any areas where help might be needed.

6. Confidence Grows with Participation

The more your child is involved in classroom learning and school life, the more confident they become in their abilities. Each day they attend helps them feel more secure and capable.

We understand that children sometimes need to stay home due to illness or family circumstances, and that’s completely okay. But every effort to keep absences to a minimum makes a big difference in your child’s learning journey.

A copy of the new policy from Catholic Education Tasmania can be found below.

TELL ME MORE ABOUT.......

Farm Day - what does the structure of Farm Day look like? 

The general structure of Farm Day stays the same; however, there are different focuses each term which then impacts on some of the details of the sessions. For example, this term we have Grant Shaw, cultural practitioner, working with us on Bush Tucker - planting bush tucker, explaining purposes and uses etc. We also have Fr Damien working with students in the afternoon with a horticulture focus.

PARENT LINK

Parent Link is an ongoing feature of the newsletter. It is an opportunity to identify areas or features of the school that you want to know more about, ask a question or put forward suggestions. These items can then be addressed and answered in the fortnightly newsletter in the ‘Tell Me More About’ section.

This is an opportunity to have a say every day......not just in a once-a-year parent survey.

DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know that all the rainwater that is captured on our rooftops is fed into the two large water tanks in the lower paddocks? These water tanks then provide water for our animals.

Kind regards,

Niccola Pearce

PRINCIPAL

Dates to Remember ...

MARCH 

• 21st March - Yrs 5/6 Gala Day 
• 27th March - NIJSSA Swimming Carnival
• 29th - 30th March - Yr 5 & 6 Basketball Competition
  
• 31st March - Parent/Teacher Meetings 

APRIL

• 3rd April - Kinder excursion to Seahorse World
• 5th - 6th April - Yr 3 & 4 Basketball Competition
• 7th April - Prep Excursion to Tasmania Zoo  
• 10th April - Last Day of Term 1 for students
• 11th April - Pupil Free Day

Term 1 Overview 

SETUP FOR SUCCESS - BIRTH TO 5 PROGRAM

Every Wednesday from 9:00 am - 10:30 am in the Kinder classroom.

Bring a drink and a healthy snack.

Everyone welcome!

Kinder 2026 Enrolments

Enrolments are open for Kinder 2026.

If you have a child that is turning 5 next year, please send in your enrolment form now.

Current families who will have a child in Kinder next year, please contact the office to make an interview time.

If you have family or friends wishing to enrol here at Larmenier, please let them know. You can find a copy of the Enrolment Form below and on our website. 

In the Year 2 classroom this week

In Grade 2 we have been learning about Lent and have taken some time to think about a personal promise to work on. 

NAPLAN

Year 3 and 5 students are undertaking NAPLAN. Please see the attached flyer for more details. If your child is absent on a day that is scheduled for a NAPLAN assessment, there will be opportunities for them to sit the assessment on another day. 

Scholastic Book Club

All orders for Issue 2 of the Scholastic Book Club will close on Wednesday 19th March at 9am.  Please note that all orders must be submitted online through the LOOP order system. Please note that late orders may incur a $10 postage fee.

Lego Brixhibition Competition

Carswell Coaching Tennis Lessons 2025

Larmenier School Strategic Direction & Annual Plan

STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS AND 2025 ANNUAL PLAN

The Strategic Directions for the school 2025 - 2028 and the Annual Plan for 2025 are now published. The four domains from the Archbishop’s Charter of Catholic Identity, Learning, Leadership and Mission provide the framework and guidance for Catholic school plans. Our specific school focuses have been created to align with Catholic Education Tasmania’s 2025 Achievement Framework, using parent and staff surveys, staff consultation, the school’s response to the Archbishop’s Charter as well as student data and consultation. 

PBS = Positive Behaviour Support

The primary objective of PBS is to teach students appropriate positive behaviours and where needed, have strategies to improve their behaviour. The focus is to be proactive more so than reactive.

School Expectations, Be Respectful, Be Responsible and Be Compassionate, set the standard for what we expect to see at Larmenier Catholic School and what we value. These expectations are grounded and based on our Core values which are based in the traditions of the Sisters of Nazareth, founded by Victoire Larmenier.

PBS Matrix is used by teachers to teach students what is expected behaviour in various settings around the school. 

PBS Flow Chart shows our approach and processes as well as follow up when dealing with inappropriate behaviour.

Full copies of the documents can be accessed by clicking on the links below the images.

2025 Larmenier uniform

As we transition to our new P.E uniform, we realise that the uniform will be a bit of a 'mish mash' during this time. We acknowledge that and accept it as part of playing the 'long game.'

There will be a two-year change over period where we move from our current P.E uniform to our new one. This period can be longer for anyone who needs it to be. During this time either the old or new version of the uniform can be worn.

Please find attached a copy of the updated uniform guide, which also can be found on our website.