Why Choose Holy Name Why Families Choose Holy Name Primary School: Inclusive Education The wellbeing of students is prioritised at Holy Name. We are an inclusive school and provide support for students with difficulties and disabilities in the regular classroom. Access to an English as an Additional Language or Dialect teacher, Learning Support Teacher, Aboriginal Teacher and Education Officers provide students with the best learning programs and opportunities to achieve high standards. State-of-the-art Facilities Holy Name is a supportive, educational environment that offers numerous resources for learning in a 21st century setting. The school is well-equipped with modern facilities and technology to maximise learning opportunities for all students, including SMARTboards, Smart TVs, iPads and laptops in every classroom. We have a contemporary well-resourced Library and Music room. Strong Community Focus Holy Name places a high level of importance on community, service and leadership, as well as creating a safe, welcoming and caring environment where students are encouraged to become lifelong learners. The schools Mini Vinnies group works to raise the profile of social justice issues through planning events and fundraising to meet the needs of those less fortunate. As a school community, Holy Name also values the relationships with families and the interaction with its active and supportive local community. We partner with the Parish of Forster Tuncurry and Catholic Care in providing a Community Kitchen twice each week for those in need. We are a Gifted Education Lead School As a Gifted Education Lead School in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, Holy Name focuses on identifying gifted learners and assisting them with the process of developing talent and opportunities in learning. Our Gifted Education Mentor coordinates professional learning for teachers and strategies in class to support gifted learners at Holy Name. Range of Opportunities Students at Holy Name have the opportunity to extend their learning and broaden their experiences in the classroom, on the sporting field and in the creative and performing arts domain. Debating, public speaking, performing arts, music concerts, school choir, Glee Club, and the best school band in the district truly set them apart from the rest.
