Why choose us?
At Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School Hoxton Park we recognise the individuality of each student and instil a sense of belonging for all. Our dedicated team of teachers collaboratively design learning that is challenging, engaging and empowering. With open spaces we ensure that children have room to play, explore and express themselves.
Our family and faith initiatives have built a very strong sense of community, driven by diversity, where all are welcome. With the support of our parish, parents and the wider community, our students grow to be confident, capable learners.
Principal’s Message
History
Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School Hoxton Park was opened in 1997, in response to the expressed needs of the Catholic families living within the Parish. The school opened with just 54 children between Kinder and Year 2. The school’s founding Principal was Frances Kelly.
Since then, the school has grown to be a place where each person nurtures, and is nurtured, to realise their full potential as members of the Good Shepherd community.
The spirit of the community permeates all the endeavours of the school with the person of Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, as its focal point.
The image of Jesus the ‘Good Shepherd’ is based upon John’s Gospel (10: 10-15) where Jesus speaks:
I have come
So that they live life to the full.
I am the Good Shepherd:
The Good Shepherd lays down his life for his sheep…
The core values of Good Shepherd are FAITH, LEARNING, COMMUNITY and RELATIONSHIPS. All we do in our community is driven by a willingness to serve and support the needs of all. This is brought to life through our engagement in the St Vincent de Paul ‘Being Christ to Others’ initiative, where families in our school prepare meals for the those in need in our community. Our students also engage in a variety of social justice projects, where they learn of the need to partake in good deeds for the common good.
Mission
To provide highly effective teaching that challenges and inspires all learners.
Values
- Faith
- Community
- Learning
- Relationships
Vision
For each child to embrace a hope-filled future, formed in faith, love and learning.
| Mass Times | |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 5.30pm |
| Sunday | 8.00am, 10.00am, 5.30pm |
| Monday | 8.00am |
| Tuesday | 7.00pm |
| Wednesday | 9.00am |
| Thursday | 7.30am |
| Friday | 9.00am |
