Celebrating the Joy of Community - Our Final Day

Our final day of school was a true celebration of community, we had moments filled with laughter, music, and togetherness. We sang with enthusiasm at our Advent Mass, expressed gratitude to our House Leaders and Learning Mentors during assemblies, and shared carols with our Learning Mentor groups. The sense of joy and anticipation was palpable as Santa made a grand entrance in an unconventional sleigh, and the cheers on the field, could be heard all the way down Jasper Road!

We ended the day dancing as one in the Hall, a simple yet powerful reminder of what makes our community special. It was the little things, the shared smiles, the carefree dancing, the joy of being present, that made the day unforgettable. How good it is to embrace simplicity, to enjoy traditions like OLSH Santa and the OLSH Elves, and to celebrate without worry or inhibition. These moments remind us of the strength and beauty of our OLSH community.

Our final day reminded us that, no matter our age, there is something truly beautiful about embracing the wonder of Christmas. The joy, gratitude and shared experiences of the day helped strengthen our sense of belonging, build community, and enrich our overall wellbeing.

Student Leadership

Congratulations to the many girls who were selected for positions in 2026. We look forward to welcoming you and your parents to your investiture at our Opening School Mass next year. You took a risk, put yourselves forward, and should feel very proud.

To all who applied, we also say thank you. When we stretch ourselves into new areas and take risks, disappointment can sometimes follow, but we are equally proud of you. Thank you for being such wonderful OLSH girls!!

OLSH and St Bede's afternoon together

Our Year 8 students recently had the opportunity to spend half a day with the boys from St Bede’s. Icebreakers, an Amazing Race, a shared BBQ lunch, dodgeball and trivia gave them great opportunities to connect. New friendships were formed and old primary school connections were rekindled. We were delighted to see students from both schools engaging and interacting positively with one another. Shared experiences like these are vital in supporting the social development of our girls. Thank you, Year 8s, for being wonderful ambassadors for OLSH.”

Year 7s- Time Capsules

“I wonder what will be in my time capsule in 2030!” I’m sure this is a question many of our Year 7s asked themselves this week as they prepared their time capsules, to be opened on their final day of Year 12. Memories, letters, photos and special mementos from their first year at OLSH were carefully included.
While these items are the physical keepsakes, it’s just as important to acknowledge the joy, hopes and dreams they represent. This activity offers each Year 7 student a meaningful opportunity to reflect positively on their year and to imagine the possibilities that lie ahead.

What wonderful surprises will await you in 2030!

SchoolTV - Special Report - Christmas

As families around the world prepare to celebrate Christmas by decorating their homes, singing carols, buying gifts and planning feasts, often the true meaning of Christmas can be lost due the commercial exploitation of this time of year. Many people see it as a joyous occasion to spend with family and friends, but for others it is viewed as a stressful and challenging time attributed by a combination of things such as financial pressures, relationship issues, and quite often, loneliness. View the special report here.