Holy Family first opened its doors on February 5 in 1979 to serve the families in Kelso as the new residential area was expanding. The Cathedral Catholic Parish established the school under the care of the Sisters of Mercy with Sr Rosemary Mulvihill the founding Principal. Holy Family opened with 158 students and today almost 400 students attend the school.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
Holy Family School took over the site of the former Marsden School, which closed in 1977. Refurbished buildings from the Marsden days, along with numerous subsequent building programs, today accommodate the staff and students, providing excellent facilities including generous recreation and sports areas. A feature of the current school is the state of the art digital and computer facilities embedded in classrooms and learning areas to assist students with the quality learning programs, and assist the school in promoting individual learning.
We have a proud history in the local education landscape and our celebrations throughout the year are really important for our school community.
- Kevin Arrow, Principal Holy Family School
The school's 40th anniversary this year is cause for celebration by the whole community, with February 5 witnessing the school celebrate an Anniversary Mass, exactly 40 years since the original opening of the school. The Mass was attended by many former parents including founding P&F President, Mr Paul Favero. Former Principal, Mr Neville Bradbury was present while former school captain, Paul Toole MP, also joined the celebrations.
This advertising feature is sponsored by the following organisation. Click the link to find out more.
The school's P&F committee will be hosting 40th Anniversary celebrations in the spring, providing the opportunity for current and past parents and guests to celebrate. The event is set to feature delicious food, touching tributes and plenty of great memories, and is sure to be well received within the Holy Family school community and the wider public.
Current principal, Mr Kevin Arrow, said their 40th anniversary year was an important milestone at the school and they look forward to the upcoming celebrations. "We have a proud history in the local education landscape and our celebrations throughout the year are really important for our school community".