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In the spirit of collegiality between schools, Sacred Heart School was honoured to welcome Mr Chris Graham, supported by Newman Catholic College, Smithfield. Mr Graham spoke to our students about the significance of ANZAC Day and the powerful tradition of the bugle call. Bringing history to life in a way that our students will always […]

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart School, Waiben, in conjunction with two Catholic schools in Brisbane, has forged an innovative city-country partnership enhancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. As part of the program, students and staff from the three schools will connect in person and online throughout 2025 to gain valuable insights and […]

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart students danced the night away at the school disco, a fantastic event organised by the Parents and Friends Association. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of CEQ – IBIS Supermarket, the evening was filled with music, laughter, and community spirit. The event was a great success, bringing families together for […]

Last week, our school community entered the sacred season of Lent with meaningful celebrations. On Shrove Tuesday, students and staff enjoyed delicious pancakes, following the long-standing tradition of using rich ingredients before the Lenten fast. The next day, we gathered for our Ash Wednesday liturgy, marking the beginning of our Lenten journey. With ashes placed […]

Our first learning breakfast of the year was a joyful experience! Small faces beamed with pride as parents joined us in the classroom, getting their first look at all the beautiful bookwork students have been creating over the past month. A big congratulations to Ms. Michelle and Ms. Alex for their dedication and passion in […]

In 2025 Sacred Heart is proud to announce the appointment of a fulltime Teacher Librarian. In line with our Annual Improvement Plan, Sacred Heart will now include an hour for every student to explore books, borrow and deep dive into literacy. Students have been loving their library sessions with Miss Chris, exploring all the places […]

Bishop Joe Caddy has made his first official visit to the Torres Strait, bringing a sense of excitement and blessings to the island communities! Upon arriving at Horn Island, he was warmly greeted by parishioners and took the opportunity to visit the local church before continuing his journey to Kirriri (Hammond Island). There, he met […]

On Thursday, 5th September, parents attended a special Learning Breakfast to better understand the curriculum and support their children’s education. While enjoying breakfast, teachers shared insights into student progress, and students proudly showcased their classwork. The event is part of the school’s ongoing efforts to strengthen school-home partnerships for student success.

Book Week 2024 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart was a vibrant celebration! Students enjoyed author talks, livestreams, and engaging classroom activities, all leading up to our annual book character dress-up day. A big thank you to everyone involved, and congratulations to our students for their creativity and enthusiasm!

Catholic Education Week celebrated in style at Sacred Heart! This week the students, staff, and community of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart celebrated Catholic Education Week. Our school commemorated this week with special learning activities, awards, and the celebration of the Holy Mass. This year’s theme, “Faith, Hope & Love,” resonated deeply with everyone, […]