Students and staff dressed up in green to celebrate the feast of St Patrick, the Patron Saint of Ireland.
St Nicholas of Myra Primary School Penrith
www.stnicholaspenrith.catholic.edu.au
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13 Feb 2026
From Facebook
✝ 2026 Welcome Picnic ✝ What a wonderful way to begin the 2026 school year! Our Welcome Picnic was a fantastic opportunity for families, students and staff to come together in community and celebrate the year ahead. It was great to see so many families enjoying time together, reconnecting with friends and making new connections. Events like these truly reflect the strong sense of belonging and partnership that makes our school so special. Thank you to everyone who joined us. We are truly lucky to have such a great community and we look forward to a fantastic year ahead at St Nick’s in 2026! 🧡💙💜
13 Feb 2026
From Facebook
✝️ 2026 Opening School Mass ✝️ The St Nicholas of Myra community gathered to celebrate our 2026 Opening School Mass. Our theme was “Together We Learn, Together We Serve” was inspired by Galatians 5:13. It was a beautiful opportunity to come together in faith as we begin a new school year. Father Rojan spoke about the importance of being united in our learning, in service to one another, and in our relationship with God. His message reminded us that we are strongest when we walk together as a community. We look forward to a wonderful 2026 together as a school community. ✨🙏
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13 Feb 2026
From Facebook
✝ 2026 Welcome Picnic ✝ What a wonderful way to begin the 2026 school year! Our Welcome Picnic was a fantastic opportunity for families, students and staff to come together in community and celebrate the year ahead. It was great to see so many families enjoying time together, reconnecting with friends and making new connections. Events like these truly reflect the strong sense of belonging and partnership that makes our school so special. Thank you to everyone who joined us. We are truly lucky to have such a great community and we look forward to a fantastic year ahead at St Nick’s in 2026! 🧡💙💜
13 Feb 2026
From Facebook
✝️ 2026 Opening School Mass ✝️ The St Nicholas of Myra community gathered to celebrate our 2026 Opening School Mass. Our theme was “Together We Learn, Together We Serve” was inspired by Galatians 5:13. It was a beautiful opportunity to come together in faith as we begin a new school year. Father Rojan spoke about the importance of being united in our learning, in service to one another, and in our relationship with God. His message reminded us that we are strongest when we walk together as a community. We look forward to a wonderful 2026 together as a school community. ✨🙏
12 Feb 2026
From Facebook
✨ Opening School Mass, Student Leader Induction & Welcome Picnic ✨ Just a reminder that our Opening School Mass, Student Leader Induction and Welcome Picnic will be held tomorrow, Friday 13th February. Students are asked to wear their full summer uniform for this significant whole school event as we gather to celebrate the beginning of the school year and formally induct our 2026 Student Leaders. We warmly invite all families to join us for this special occasion as we come together in faith and community. Following the Mass and induction ceremony, we look forward to sharing time together at our Welcome Picnic. A wonderful opportunity to connect, celebrate and begin the year as one school family. We can’t wait to see you there!
12 Feb 2026
From Facebook
🏅 Student Success 🏅 Last weekend, Liam in Year 6 competed at the Little Athletics Region 6 Carnival, showcasing his talents across a range of events including the 100m, 200m, Discus, Shot Put and Javelin. We are thrilled to share that Liam brought home Bronze medals in Discus, Shot Put and Javelin! What an outstanding achievement! 👏 We are so proud of Liam’s dedication, effort and sportsmanship, and we look forward to celebrating even more athletics success in 2026. Well done, Liam! 🌟
10 Feb 2026
From Facebook
And that’s a wrap! 🎉 Our 2026 Stage 3 Camp was packed with adventure from start to finish. A huge thank you to Teen Ranch and their incredible staff for providing such an amazing experience. To our dedicated St Nick’s teachers, thank you for ensuring every student was safe, supported and had the time of their lives. We truly couldn’t do it without you. And finally, to our wonderful St Nick’s students. Your positive attitude, effort, care and support for one another is what made this camp so special. What an unforgettable experience! 💙⛺️
10 Feb 2026
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10 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Stage 3 Camp – One Last Adventure 🏕️💪 Stage 3 students set out for one final activity session at camp. Group 1 conquered the rock climbing wall, while Group 2 quite literally swung their fears away on the giant swing! We are incredibly proud of every student for facing their fears, pushing themselves beyond their comfort zones, and taking on each challenge head on. What a fantastic way to finish an unforgettable camp experience! 🌟
10 Feb 2026
From Facebook
✝️ Stage 3 Camp – Prayer & Reflection 🙏 This morning we paused from our activities to spend time in prayer and reflection, giving thanks for the wonderful opportunity we have shared over the past few days. We are grateful for the friendships strengthened, the challenges accepted and overcome, and most of all, we give thanks to God for all that we have been given.
10 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Good morning from a very foggy Stage 3 Camp 🌫️ The mystery mist is still hanging around, but we’re all well rested, smiling and ready to head off for breakfast before another big day of fun, challenges and camp adventures begins! 🍳🏕️😄
09 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Day 1 of Stage 3 Camp wrapped up with some action-packed night games before everyone headed off for some well-earned sleep… we hope 🤞 A fantastic day with lots of laughs, teamwork and memories already being made. 🌙✨
09 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Stage 3 Camp – Free Time Fun 🏀🏐 Free time was well spent with students choosing from basketball, beach volleyball, table tennis and handball, while others enjoyed the chance to sit, relax and chat with friends. A great balance of activity, laughter and connection to round out the day!
09 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Stage 3 Camp – Afternoon Adventures 🎯🌬️ This afternoon, Group 1 took on the GIANT swing (with almost no screaming 😄), while Group 2 showed great focus and skill at archery, taking aim and hitting their targets. Everyone is now enjoying some free time as the storm passes, recharging before dinner and an exciting night of games ahead!
09 Feb 2026
From Facebook
🎒🌿 Stage 3 Camp Update! 🌿🎯 Our Stage 3 students are having an amazing time at camp! Group 1 enjoyed learning archery skills and had a blast aiming for (and hitting!) the targets 🎯, while Group 2 cooled off with plenty of fun during water and pool games 💦🏊♂️ Lots of smiles, teamwork and new challenges—what a fantastic start to camp!
09 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Stage 3 Camp is off to a fantastic start! 🌟 Stage 3 students have just wrapped up their first round of activities, with Group 1 splashing into the fun with pool games while Group 2 showed courage and determination scaling the rock climbing wall 🧗♂️💦 So great to see students challenging themselves, supporting one another and making the most of every moment at camp!
