Important Reminders

Enrolment Reminders

For siblings of current students seeking entry at Loreto Normanhurst in either 2025 or 2026 who have not already submitted an Application Form, please contact the Enrolments Office as a matter of priority at enrolments@loretonh.nsw.edu.au to discuss.

Uniform Review

As you are aware, this year we have commenced a review of our school uniform. Thank you to all of those in our community who responded to the Uniform Review Survey in Term 2. Through this survey we were able to gain valuable input from a cross-section of just over 1800 students, parents, alumnae and staff to guide the next stage of the project. The input received has provided clarity on key areas of the Uniform Review Brief including:

• Priority Order of Considerations, with ‘Comfort and Fit’ and ‘Looks Presentable’ being key priorities across all groups.
• Feedback on what is working and what is not for our current uniform.
• Feedback on key uniform pieces required with a desire for a multi-purpose and trans-seasonal approach to uniform items.

We are pleased to announce that Jonathan Ward has been appointed as our partner to work with us on the Uniform Review. Jonathan is a prominent Australian school wear designer, who has successfully partnered with a broad range of schools for their uniform design projects. There will be ongoing consultation with focus groups across the community throughout the process and updates on progress will be shared when relevant. Any questions on this important project can be directed to the Deputy’s Office at  deputyprincipal@loretonh.nsw.edu.au.

PAL Trivia Night Raffle - can't make the Trivia Night? Buy a raffle ticket instead to support the school!

Support PAL's fundraising efforts for 2023 by purchasing a ticket in our Trivia Night Raffle! This is your chance to make a difference and win some incredible prizes whilst supporting our school community. The Raffle is open to all members of the Loreto Normanhurst community.

• 1st Prize - $5000 Flight Centre Travel Gift Card
• 2nd Prize- $1000 Westfield Gift Card
• 3rd Prize- $300 Hunter Street Hospitality Group Gift Card

The funds raised from the event and this raffle will go towards much needed classroom upgrades and facilities projects such as the Oval Refurbishment which will enhance the education experience and opportunities for current and future Loreto Normanhurst students.

Get your tickets now!

Parent Communication Survey - Closes Monday, 30 October

Loreto Normanhurst is committed to ongoing review and evaluation of all aspects of our learning community in order to best meet the needs of our students and families. Based on ongoing feedback we have received, we are currently evaluating the platforms and procedures relating to communication and would like to hear from our parents about how we can streamline and improve the communication experience with the School.

We would appreciate you completing this anonymous survey by Monday, 30 October if you have not already. The survey is expected to take no more than 10 minutes.

ACCESS LORETO NORMANHURST PARENT COMMUNICATION SURVEY HERE

Once completed, the results of the survey will be analysed and will be used to determine priorities and actions for the improvement of our communication tools and landscape. More specifically, the results will help to guide the development of an upgraded Parent Portal, which is currently under evaluation.

Thank you in advance for your assistance in creating a better communication experience for our community.

Christmas Bursary Appeal

Earlier this week, you would have received notification of our 2023 Christmas Bursary Appeal. 

This year we are asking that you please consider a donation to support a student's tuition fees in 2024. Together, let's make a Loreto Normanhurst education a reality for girls in need.

Matched Giving!

We are thrilled to let you know that a family within our community has pledged to match every donation made up to $25,000, meaning that your gift will be doubled! 

All donations over $2 are tax-deductible, and 100% of your donation goes directly to a student’s tuition fees for 2024. 

There are many ways you can get involved:

• Custom donations
• Buy Freshwater Pearl Bracelets
• Buy Christmas Cards designed by our students
• Buy a ticket to the Starlight Chapel Christmas Concert on 1 December

Donate now.

Your generosity will transform lives and strengthen the bonds of our Loreto Normanhurst community. As we approach this festive season, may the joy of giving be your greatest gift, knowing that you are shaping a brighter future for a young woman in need.

Principal’s Spelling Bee

The 2023 Principal’s Spelling Bee was an enjoyable but challenging experience for all students in Year 5 and 6. All students performed well during the class heats on Monday, 16 October. Three students from each class that performed exceptionally well, advanced to the next level. On Friday, 20 October, the 18 students who progressed to the final worked very hard and really tested their spelling ability in order to stay in each round, which progressed in difficulty. Eventually, we made it down to three contestants. The Principal’s Spelling Bee was a fun experience, and I was ecstatic to be able to compete in the final.

Lucinda S, 6D

Year 5 Leadership Day at Knox

On Wednesday, 18 October, Year 5 went to Knox Primary School with Abbotsleigh for the very first Year 5 Leadership Day combining the three Primary Schools. We did many fun activities with students from the other schools to help understand leadership and how to be a great leader. Some of these activities were flip the tarp, cops and robbers, tic tac toe, characteristics of a good leader and many more. We all enjoyed these amazing activities because they helped us develop some awesome skills to be a great leader. The best part was that we were put in groups with a mix of boys and girls. We made so many new friends and reunited with old ones. This was really enjoyable, and we hope that the next Year 5 enjoy it even more! 

Avery E, Anna T and Noemi V, 5S

LSAC Leadership Afternoon

On Tuesday afternoon, all of Year 5 got together for an online meeting with all the other Loreto Primary Schools around Australia to learn about leadership and the lessons we could learn from Mary Ward. We found out last term that our buddy school was Loreto Marryatville in South Australia. We were allocated a buddy who is also in Year 5 and we got to write them a letter in the post and received a letter back! It was so exciting.

At the start of our event, Ms Ugonotti starting by welcoming all the schools and encouraging us to all be leaders. We then listened to a talk from Mrs Caroline Young, who works for Loreto Ministries as the Director of Mission and Identity. We learnt about Mary Ward and the examples she set of being kind and compassionate to those around us and persisting through tough times.

Then, some of the Year 11 Loreto Normanhurst leaders came down and talked to us about leadership and what positions they have in the high school. After that we connected on a zoom call to Loreto Marryatville to our buddies and talked about Year 6 leadership in our schools and how we could all be leaders, even if we don’t have a badge and a particular position. I had a wonderful time and learned a lot of things I can use next year when I am in Year 6 and in the future.

Sienna W, 5P

St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal

Every Christmas the St. Vincent de Paul Society extends a helping hand to families and individuals facing hardship by offering essential support, such as Christmas hampers and gifts. Loreto Normanhurst is calling upon all its students to contribute to making Christmas a season of joy and hope for vulnerable families through the donation of gifts and non-perishable items. We welcome a wide range of items, from children’s gifts, Christmas pudding, tea, and coffee.

To make your donations, please drop them off at your Head of House's Office or the Primary School Reception by Thursday, 30 November. While your daughter can provide any non-perishable items for the hampers, we also encourage specific items listed below. Please ensure that items have not passed their use-by date and do not contain nuts.

With over two million people living below the poverty line in Australia, including over half a million children, your support of the Vinnies Christmas Appeal provides more than immediate assistance; it offers the opportunity for a better life. Your contribution can help families in need within your local community experience a truly meaningful Christmas. We sincerely thank you for your support in making a difference in the lives of those in need. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Jacinta Wells at jwells@loretonh.nsw.edu.au.

Parent Association Updates

Parent Association AGM

Wednesday, 29 November

6:30pm

Cahill Seminar Room

The Parent Association of Loreto (PAL) is the official representative body of parents and guardians of students at the school. We encourage parents/guardians of students from all year levels to join the executive committee and be part of the wider committee in non-executive roles so that we can truly be a representative body. Being part of the committee is a great way to be involved with the school community and to meet other parents.

If you would like to nominate to be on the PAL Executive Committee or be part of the wider committee in non-executive roles such as a Year Parent Representative or the event planning team for 2024 including the Spring Fair, please see below for the position descriptions and nomination form.

Click here for Nomination Form & Position Descriptions

If you have any questions about the Parent Association or the Spring Fair and getting involved, please contact Kath Walton at craigandkath@me.com.

Dates for your Diary

Primary Swimming Carnival

Thursday, 16 November

Loreto Normanhurst Aquatic Centre

Information regarding nominations for both carnivals will be released shortly! Please save the date to ensure you are prepared.

Christmas Creations Afternoon

Saturday, 18 November

2:30pm - 4:00pm

An event for Loreto Normanhurst Primary parents and students to enjoy an afternoon together building a Gingerbread House.

Kits are $45 and include a gingerbread house (your choice of flavour), royal icing mix, cake board, cellophane and ribbon, along with a 350g bag of lollies. You are welcome to bring in your own chocolate and lollies on the day to personalise your creation!

Please note, spaces are limited and kits will be ordered on receipt of your booking. Bookings requested after the RSVP unfortunately will not be able to be accepted.

Click here for the invitation.

Click here to book.

Please RSVP by 10:00am, Tuesday, 31 October.

Year 6 Final Liturgy and Assembly

Friday, 24 November

11:00am - 1:30pm

Loreto Normanhurst Chapel and Primary Learning Common

The Graduation Liturgy in the Chapel will be followed by a final assembly in the Learning Common and lunch in the Primary Quad.

Click here for the invitation.

Click here to RSVP.

Please RSVP by Friday, 17 November.

For all enquiries please contact primaryreception@loretonh.nsw.edu.au.

'Starlight' Christmas Concert

Friday, 1 December

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Loreto Normanhust Chapel

Held in the beautiful Loreto Normanhurst Chapel, 'Starlight' is a celebration of Christmas featuring an outstanding line up of instrumental and vocal performances from our talented students and staff.

All proceeds from this event will go towards our Christmas Bursary Appeal.

Click here for the invitation.

Click here to purchase tickets.

Primary Awards Ceremony

Thursday, 7 December

11:00am - 12:00pm

Loreto Normanhurst Primary Learning Common

Click here for the invitation.

Click here to RSVP.

Please RSVP by Friday, 1 December.

Year 6 End of Year Celebration

Friday 8 December 2023

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Epping Club

45-47 Rawson Street, Epping NSW 2122

Join us for our End of Year Celebration for Year 6. An event for Year 6 students and their parents.

Ticket includes 3 course seated dinner including soft drinks, assorted juices and mineral water and professional DJ, dancefloor and photobooth.

Click here for the invitation.

Click here to book.

Please RSVP by Monday, 20 November.