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Welcome to St John’s School, Silkwood – a co-educational primary school in the Diocese of Cairns. As a small Catholic school, St John’s offers a faith and values based education which focuses on the well-being of each individual child. This focus is achieved through explicit teaching of social emotional learning in a caring and supportive environment. Our school values its community-oriented approach to student wellbeing and family life.
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Principal's Message
A very warm welcome to the St John’s, Silkwood community! St John’s prides itself on the culture and traditions built over the years at the school. The school’s proud history began in 1948 when the school was by founded by Parish Priest Fr Alfred Natali and the Missionary Franciscan Sisters. We are a very welcoming community that believes that working together to achieve a common goal brings success for all. Our staff, students and parents remain focused on our sense of being a ‘learning community’ and are proud of their great achievements over the years.
Latest News
Last Monday we were so lucky to welcome Gen Bryant to our school. 🤍
Through her love of music and her deep Catholic faith, she shared such a powerful message of hope, kindness and believing in who we are called to be. Her songs and stories inspired our students and reminded us how music can bring people together in faith and joy!
#genbryant #catholiceducation #FaithThroughMusic #SchoolCommunity #livelovelearn
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We were so excited to welcome Gen Bryant to our school for a special concert filled with music, laughter and unforgettable memories. 🎶🤍
#genbryant #thewavemakers #stjohnssilkwood #Silkwood
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On Wednesday, Grade 5/6 joined in day of Holy Spirit Reflection at Good Counsel Primary School in Innisfail. The day focused on the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the example of our Australian Saint, Mary of the Cross MacKillop. Gen Bryant was a hit with all our teachers and students from across our Southern Cluster of Catholic Education primary schools.
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