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About our School
St Peter Apostle Primary School Hoppers Crossing
Nestled in the heart of Hoppers Crossing, St. Peter Apostle Primary School is a vibrant and welcoming Catholic educational institution dedicated to nurturing young minds and hearts. We offer a comprehensive curriculum that blends academic excellence with a strong emphasis on moral and spiritual development. Our experienced and passionate staff work collaboratively to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
At St. Peter Apostle, we believe in fostering a sense of community and belonging, with programs and activities designed to engage students in their educational journey. Our modern facilities and resources support innovative teaching practices, while our commitment to faith-based education ensures that each student grows in their understanding and practice of Catholic values.
We are proud of our tradition of excellence and our strong partnerships with families, and we are committed to preparing our students for a bright and successful future. Join us at St. Peter Apostle Primary School, where faith, learning, and community come together to inspire and educate the leaders of tomorrow.
History
St. Peter Apostle Primary School was formed in 1973 as part of the Werribee Parish with an enrolment of twenty-six students. St. Peter Apostle, Hoppers Crossing was proclaimed a parish in 1977. The school enrolment grew quickly in the early years and peaked at 733 students in 1985. Over recent years, the average enrolment has been approximately 500 students.
Our Vision
St Peter Apostle Primary School
Hoppers Crossing
Learn, relate and live in the light of the Catholic faith.


Mission
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To learn independently, collaboratively and with passion
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To relate authentically, honestly and with integrity
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To live justly, respectfully and with compassion

Learning & Play Spaces
At St Peter Apostle we believe in providing students and teachers with flexible learning spaces that can be used for both explicit instructional teaching and collaborative inquiry. Our learning spaces consist of individual classrooms and shared learning spaces that can be used for flexible groupings, teacher and student conferences and collaborative learning.
The school buildings presently comprise of six brick complexes, including:
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St Peter Apostle Parish Church and Hall
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School/Parish Administration Centre
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St. Thomas Aquinas Building
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Caroline Chisholm Building
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St. Mary MacKillop Building
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Our brand new Senior Learning Building (still to be named)
Specialist Learning Spaces
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Tech/STEM lab
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Performing Arts spaces
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Earth Studies room
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Italian room
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Visual Art space
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Synthetic outdoor oval (PE)
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School hall (PE)
The school also offers additional spaces to support learning
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Wellbeing hub
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School library
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School canteen
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Dedicated outside of school hours room (Our Patch)
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St Peter’s Parish Church
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Various offices for allied health and literacy/numeracy intervention
Children at St Peter Apostle enjoy excellent outdoor spaces included
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Synthetic soccer/football oval and mini athletics track
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Synthetic netball courts and downball courts
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Undercover full sized basketball court
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Junior Adventure Playground
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Sandpit
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Quiet/sensory garden
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Junior Multi-court (opening beginning 2025(
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Ninja Obstacle Course (opening beginning 2025)
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Senior Adventure Playground (Opening beginning 2025)
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Meet the St Peter's Team

Karen Wilson
Principal

Michelle Freeman
Deputy Principal

Cameron Menadue
Deputy Principal
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Tara Allison
PA and Data Management

Jaob Gough
Wellbeing Leader
Teah Sullivan
Literacy Leader


Pattie McCusker
Senior Learning Diversity Leader

Debbie Wright
Religious Education Leader
Classroom Teacher
Eleanor Brimblecombe
Junior Learning Diversity Leader


Sally-Anne Morrison
Maths Enrichment
Classroom Teacher
Lauren Klein-Breteler
Literacy Enrichment


Angela Ross
Maths Leader


Anton Reiter-Mahon
Digital Technology
Adriana Chalmers
Classroom Teacher
Olivia Southgate
Classroom


Lauren Ruggeri
Classroom Teacher

Lisa Tregent
Classroom Teacher

Abbey Snoey
Classroom Teacher

Nerissa Vieg
Ellie Mangion
Classroom Teacher
Lauren Naidu
Classroom Teacher
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Tamara Pope
Classroom Teacher
Belonging and Student Agency

Shannon Hume
Classroom Teacher
Rheanna De Muri
Classroom Teacher
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Haseena Abdulla
Classroom Teacher
Terri Anderson
Learning Coach
Classroom Teacher
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Jessica Saunders
Classroom Teacher


Kirsten Zivkovic
Classroom Teacher

Sharni Saunders
Classroom Teacher

Breanna Climi
Classroom Teacher
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Lucy Pante
Classroom Teacher

Bindi Singh
Classroom Teacher

Alicia DÁlfonso
Classroom Teacher

Molly Tobin
Classroom Teacher
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Neil Cross
Classroom Teacher
Melissa Fryer
Classroom Teacher
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Lauren Klein-Breteler
Liteacy Enrichment

Jodie Stubley-Cowell
EALD Leader
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Role
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Ashley Joyce
Performing Arts Teacher

Harry Herrera
Physical Education Teacher
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Cathy Loschiavo
Italian Teacher

Alicia Polman
Earth Studies Teacher

Natalia Rose
Visual Arts Teacher
Natalie Valentine
Classroom Teacher


Patricia Donaldson
School Nurse

Melissa Saragozza
School Administration

Jodie Cornock
School Administration

Karen Fernandes
School Bursar

Kamarah Blackhall
Speech Pathologist
Rosa Barron
Psychologist
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Connie Taylor
Library
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Hin Se Ma (Rose)
Learning Support Officer

Julie Cisternas
Learning Support Officer (MacqLit)
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Kwa La Paw
Learning Support Officer

Michelle Lind
Learning Support Officer
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Mirjana Sawyer
Learning Support Officer
Literacy Intervention Teacher

Mimma Jordan
Learning Support Officer

Nancy Giarrusso
Learning Support Officer
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Name
Role

Neena Arrigo
Classroom Teacher

Roisin Hamilton
Learning Support Officer

Sa Hay Blut Moo Soe
Learning Support Officer
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Siobhan Browne
Learning Support Officer

Suellen Colla
Learning Support Officer (Maqlit)

Swati Jain
Learning Support Officer

Swe Zin Myint
Learning Support Officer

Tayla Dowie
Classroom Teache

Wendy Matthews
Learning Support Officer

Charli Giddins
Classroom Teacher

Emily Muller
Learning Support Officer
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Role
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Bianca Manic
Learning Support Officer

Melissa Brigandi
Learning Support Officer

Steven Anderson
Maintenance
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