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Welcome
St. Dominic's Primary School Camberwell East
Welcome to St Dominic's Primary School!
As the very proud Principal of St. Dom's, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to our school community and to share a glimpse of the vibrant, caring and faith-filled environment that makes St Dominic's such a special place. As Principal, and as both an educator of more than 30 years and a parent myself, I understand that choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family will make. It is an honour to work in partnership with our dedicated staff and families to ensure every child feels known, valued and inspired to flourish.
At St Dominic's, every child is known, every family belongs and every learner is empowered to flourish. Through exceptional wellbeing, educational excellence and our vibrant Dominican tradition, we nurture confident, compassionate young people with the knowledge, character and faith to thrive at school, in life and beyond.
Guided by our Dominican motto, Veritas (Truth), we foster a love of learning, a spirit of service and a deep sense of belonging. Inspired by the pillars of Prayer, Learning, Service and Community, we encourage our students to be curious learners, critical thinkers and compassionate leaders who make a positive difference in the world. Our students are at the heart of everything we do and we believe that children achieve their very best when they feel safe, supported and challenged. Through expert teaching, high expectations and a rich, well-rounded education, at St. Dominic's, we empower every child to discover their strengths, embrace new opportunities and reach their full potential, academically, spiritually, socially and emotionally.
Often described as the 'hidden gem of Camberwell', St Dominic's is a welcoming community, where relationships matter and every family is embraced as part of our story. Visitors frequently comment on the warmth of our community, the genuine care shown by our staff and students, and the joyful atmosphere that fills our classrooms and playgrounds. It is this strong sense of connection, together with our commitment to educational excellence, that makes St Dominic's such a wonderful place to learn and grow.
The best way to experience St Dominic's is to visit us. I warmly invite you to join me for a personalised school tour, where you will see learning in action, meet our wonderful students and experience firsthand the warmth and spirit of our community. I would be delighted to welcome you, answer your questions and help you discover whether St Dominic's is the right place for your family.
We look forward to welcoming you to St Dominic's—where every child is known, every family belongs and every learner flourishes.
Warmest regards,
Natalie Kenny
Principal
Natalie Kenny
Principal
Why Choose St. Dominic's?
We are the only co-educational Catholic primary school in Camberwell
We know, hear and value every child and every family
We have a strong sense of community, family-engagement and collaborative partnership
We welcome families into our Community Hub and our Sunflower Kids Playgroup
We have celebrated our school's 100th birthday, marking a century of quality trusted primary education
We educate compassionate, resilient, informed & inquiry-driven students, who are tomorrow's future leaders
We offer a mapped pathway into Catholic Secondary schooling opportunities
We offer an affordable faith-based primary school education for your child and family
We are committed to smaller class sizes and supported differentiated learning
As a Catholic, faith-based school, we also welcome all other faith traditions
We celebrate and embrace diversity
We value the differences, gifts and talents of every individual child
Our students are at the heart of everything we do, our decisions and our community
We offer a range of extra-curricular learning including: guitar, vocals & keyboard, Chess coaching, STEM, Garden & Inter-school sporting opportunities, Sustainability Education, Student Leadership and School Choir
We truly know your child & your family
MACS Governance Statement
St. Dominic's Primary School is a school which operates with the consent of the Catholic Archbishop of Melbourne and is operated and governed by Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS).
MACS governs and operates 300 Catholic schools in the Archdiocese to continue the mission of Catholic education to proclaim the Good News and equip our young people with the knowledge, skills and hope to live meaningful lives and enrich the world around them.
Because the good work of educating the young is a co-responsible task led by every member of the Catholic school community, School Advisory Councils have been established to provide a crucial point of connection between the wider school community and school leaders.
This governance model was designed to ease the administrative burden on our schools and parishes, allow parish priests to focus on the mission of education in the parish, enable greater collaboration between schools and ensure greater consistency in school policies and procedures.
More information on MACS is available at https://www.macs.vic.edu.au/Our-Schools.aspx.
Our School Vision
Veritas means “truth”.
The life-long pursuit of truth should be the goal of every Dominican
VISION
St Dominic’s: where all are valued; a leading place of faith and learning, empowering our community to be active citizens to positively impact our world.
Our Mission
In Education and Faith
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The school will be an inclusive learning community that reflects Dominican charism, through a search for knowledge (truth) and a connectedness to faith.
In Learning and Teaching
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The school will inspire and empower all learners to grow by engaging them in purposeful learning.
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Through our learning and teaching, we will foster creativity, collaboration and innovation.
In Student Wellbeing
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The school will enable students to develop positive relationships with self and others to ensure a strong sense of wellbeing
In Leadership and Management
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The school will be strategic in its implementation of innovative learning and teaching.
In School Community
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The school will be active and vibrant in working to serve others.
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Thank you to the staff, parents and students who assisted us in articulating this vision for the future of the students who are at the heart of all that we do here at St Dominic’s.
St Dominic’s School Norms
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I am truthful
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I am respectful and friendly
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I am a cooperative and positive learner
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I learn and play safely
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I care for property and the environment
Contact Us
St. Dominic's Primary School
Address: 145 Highfield Road, Camberwell East 3124
Phone: 03 9836 8300
Office Hours: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Email: office@sdcamberwelleast.catholic.edu.au
Principal: Natalie Kenny
Email: principal@sdcamberwelleast.catholic.edu.au
St Dominic's Parish
Address: 816 Riverdale Road, Camberwell East 3124
Phone: 03 9912 6870 ext 310
Parish Priest: Fr Paul Rowse
Email: secretary@stdominics.org.au
