Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School Kingsgrove

Sydney Catholic Schools a community of communities

Why choose us?

Contemporary learning at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School Kingsgrove inspires and challenges all students to strive for excellence through an empowering and enriching curriculum.

Our passionate teachers are committed to working collaboratively with each student to ignite a love of lifelong learning that actively shapes their future as responsible leaders and global citizens.

Principal’s Message

Congratulations! You have taken the first step in becoming a part of this wonderful Catholic community. As Principal, I am privileged to lead this school, guided by the Gospel values, toward educational excellence where every student is encouraged to show respect, collaborate and to strive for excellence.

Guided by our school motto, “Serviam” – I will serve, our students are encouraged and inspired to be people of action. Our Catholic values call them to serve others with humility and compassion. Grounded in our rich Catholic traditions, we provide opportunities for prayer, reflection and community service, fostering a deep connection to our faith.

We are extremely fortunate to have highly professional and nurturing educators committed to delivering flexible, creative learning experiences that enable students to become critical thinkers, effective communicators, and collaborative problem-solvers. Inspired by our faith, we are dedicated to developing the whole child – spiritually, academically, and emotionally.

Our school, located in Kingsgrove, focuses on providing students with rich, meaningful learning experiences as they mature into responsible citizens, inspired by the teachings of Christ to make a positive contribution to society. We are a well-resourced school, both in the classroom and on the playground, and I believe it is my responsibility to ensure that every student receives the best educational opportunities that we can provide.

As principal, my leadership is underpinned by three key values: Relationships, Presence and Empowerment. I commit to developing authentic, faith-filled relationships with staff, parents, and students to build a collaborative community focused on improving students’ learning and well-being. I commit to being present to all those that I lead. I will actively listen to others, communicate clearly, acknowledge others’ points of view, and show empathy. I also commit to empowering others to be the best people that they can be, recognising the unique gifts given to each of them by God, so they can make a positive difference in the world.

I encourage you to come and see how we serve others, love learning and live our faith.

In faith and learning,

Mark Abad

Principal, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School.

Our History and Charism

The history of the Our Lady of Fatima Parish began in 1948 when Fr Eamon Clune, an enthusiastic Irish priest, was appointed to the new Parish of Kingsgrove-Bexley North.

On 13 March 1949, the foundation stone for Our Lady of Fatima Parish Church was laid by Cardinal Gilroy. Soon after, in 1951, Fr Clune galvanised support from the community for the building of a parish primary school. Fr Clune arranged for the Ursuline sisters currently teaching at St. Bernadette’s, Bexley North to close their school and relocate their students to the new parish school in Shaw Street, Kingsgrove.

On 27 January 1953, the feast day of St Angela Merici, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School opened with approximately 300 girls and boys from Kindergarten to Year 2. The founding principal was Sister Loreto Cleary Osu. By 1956 the school population totalled 500 students, with 108 in Kindergarten. This was the first year that a Year 6 class finished their primary schooling at Our Lady of Fatima.

Over the years there have been many significant events at Our Lady of Fatima School, including a significant fire in 1960, resulting in a total rebuild, and the changeover from Ursuline Sisters to a lay principal and teachers. In 1999 the closure of the neighbouring De La Salle College enabled the primary school to relocate from its original location in Shaw Street to refurbished buildings and facilities at the current site in Caroline Street. The refurbished school was opened in 2001. Further refurbishments and improvements have taken place in more recent years.

Today, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School is a vibrant two-stream primary school catering to boys and girls from Kindergarten to Year 6.

Our Mission and Vision

Our Motto: Serviam
Vision: Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School Kingsgrove is a Christ-centred community committed to:
Others
Learning
Faith
Mission: Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School Kingsgrove is called to:
Serve Others
Love Learning
Live our Faith
Values:
Respect
Collaboration
Excellence

Our Parish

Our Lady of Fatima Kingsgrove
A; 89 Shaw Street Kingsgrove NSW 2208
P: (02) 9150 9665
E: info@olfkingsgrove.org.au
W: olfkingsgrove.org.au

The school is an active and important ministry of the local parish, Our Lady of Fatima Kingsgrove. The parish priest, Fr Casey, takes a keen interest in the school and its positive impact on the families and the faith community. Fr George is the assistant priest. .

Sacramental preparation is parish-based. Students from the school receive the Sacraments of Penance, Eucharist, and Confirmation, covering the relevant Sacramental units of work in class and participating in home group sessions run by parents.

MASS TIMES

Day	Time
Tuesday	9.15am
Wednesday	9.15am
Thursday	9.15am
Friday	12noon
Saturday	9.15am and 5.00pm
Sunday	8:30am, 10.00am and 5.00pm

Sydney Catholic Schools: a community of communities

Sydney Catholic Schools is the system of 147 Catholic primary and secondary schools operating across the Archdiocese of Sydney providing more than 75,000 students with a high-quality, low fee Catholic education. Our schools provide well rounded education needed by the students of today for future success.

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