“Parents and families are the first educators of their children.”
Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS)
At School of the Good Shepherd, we recognise that educating and nurturing each child is a shared responsibility between families, the parish and the school. In keeping with the vision of Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS), we value parents and carers as essential partners in their children’s learning, faith development and wellbeing.
We are committed to building positive, respectful and collaborative relationships that foster a strong sense of belonging, trust and shared purpose. Through open communication, active participation and shared decision-making, we seek to strengthen the connection between home, school and parish, ensuring every child feels known, valued and supported to flourish.
Our school community provides many opportunities for families to participate in school life, contribute their knowledge and skills, celebrate our Catholic faith and embrace the cultural diversity that enriches our community.
Through these partnerships, we work together to nurture the whole child spiritually, academically, socially, emotionally and physically and to live out our school motto, “Known by Your Name.”
At School of the Good Shepherd, we believe that a strong partnership between home and school is essential to student learning, wellbeing and success. We value the contribution of our parents and carers and recognise that their involvement enriches our school community, strengthens relationships and helps foster a genuine sense of belonging.
We warmly encourage parents and carers to participate in school life in ways that reflect their interests, skills, availability and experience. There are many opportunities to contribute to classroom learning, school activities, community events and the ongoing development of our school. Through working together, we create a connected and supportive environment in which every child is encouraged to flourish.
Ways to Get Involved
Parents and carers can contribute to our school community in a variety of ways, Ways to Get Involved
- Classroom support: Assisting teachers with learning activities and classroom experiences.
- Excursions and activities: Supporting students during excursions and special school events.
- Parents and Friends Association (P&F): Contributing ideas, supporting fundraising initiatives and strengthening connections across our school community.
- Parish School Advisory Council (PSAC): Working collaboratively with school leadership to provide advice, share community perspectives and support the school’s vision, strategic direction and ongoing improvement.
- Sporting activities: Assisting with school sports events and activities.
- Special activity days: Supporting events such as Cultural Diversity Day and Personal Safety Day.
- Canteen and Hot Food Days: Helping provide food services for students.
- Guest speakers: Sharing professional knowledge, skills and expertise to enrich students’ learning experiences.
- Art Show: Assisting with the preparation and celebration of students’ artistic achievements.
Volunteer Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students, parents and carers wishing to volunteer at School of the Good Shepherd are required to:
- Hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Attend a school Volunteer Workshop.
- Complete and sign the school’s Volunteer Pack.
These requirements help ensure that all volunteers understand their responsibilities and contribute to maintaining a safe, respectful and supportive environment for our students.
We are grateful for the time, generosity and commitment of our parent community. Every contribution, whether large or small, makes a valuable difference and strengthens the partnership between families and School of the Good Shepherd.
School of the Good Shepherd is committed to providing a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment for all students, staff and members of our community. We value the contribution of our volunteers and welcome visitors who support and enrich school life. The safety and wellbeing of our students remain our highest priority.
To maintain a safe school environment, all visitors, volunteers and contractors are required to follow the school’s sign-in and sign-out procedures at all times.
- Sign-in procedure: All visitors, volunteers and contractors must report to the school administration office upon arrival and sign in using the iPad.
- Visitor identification: Visitors must wear the identification sticker provided while on school grounds.
- Sign-out procedure: All visitors, volunteers and contractors must sign out at the administration office when leaving the school premises.
Collecting students during school hours
Parents and carers collecting their child during the school day must report to the front office. Office staff will arrange for the student to meet their parent or carer at the office.
These procedures help us monitor who is on school grounds and ensure that appropriate child safety practices are consistently followed. We thank all members of our community for their cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and supportive environment for everyone at School of the Good Shepherd.
School of Good Shepherd Annual Report
For a copy of the current Annual Report, please contact the school.