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# Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail

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## Posts

- [Hello world!](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/hello-world/) - Welcome to Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail.

## Pages

- [Welcome to Good Counsel Primary School](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/) - Experience our learning environment here at Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail. We pride ourselves in helping your child grow academically and spiritually.
- [Newsletters](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/news-events/newsletters/) - Term 1 Newsletter Week 1 Newsletter Week 2 Newsletter Week 3 Newsletter Week 4 Newsletter Week 5 Newsletter Week 6 Newsletter Week 7 Newsletter Week 8 Newsletter Week 9 Newsletter Week 10 Term 2 Newsletter Week 1 Newsletter Week 2 Newsletter Week 3 Newsletter Week 4 Newsletter Week 5 Newsletter Week 6 Newsletter Week 7
- [Fees](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/enrolling/fees/) - Tuition Fees Although Catholic schools charge fees (they have no choice) they still cater for the poor. Catholic schools go out of their way to accommodate families who may be struggling and concessions are provided. It is important that families who want to access Catholic education for their children are not excluded because they do not
- [Our Policies](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/our-policies/) - Our policies on Behaviour Management, Enrolment, Uniform Faith Life, Cyber Safety, Family Law Matters for Schools and Grievance can be found here.
- [Enrolment Procedure](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/enrolling/enrolment-procedure/) - The enrolment application procedure is a relatively simple process. Parents to complete an online enrolment application. Once the enrolment form and supporting documents have been collated and returned to the school, an enrolment interview involving the parents and child, will be organised with the Principal or the Assistant Principal. How to Apply Below is the
- [Apply Online](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/enrolling/apply-online/) - Click on the link below to start your online application Apply online
- [Starting Prep](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/enrolling/starting-prep/) - When is my child eligible for Prep? Child’s Birth Date Eligible for Prep Year in 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021 2026 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022 2027 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023 2028 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024 2029 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025 2030
- [Uniforms](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/enrolling/uniforms/) - All uniforms must be purchased from GCPS’ Uniform Shop to avoid incorrect versions of the uniform. Uniforms may be purchased on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Payment for uniforms must be made at time of purchase, EFTPOS facilities available. UNIFORM CODE & CURRENT UNIFORM PRICE LIST All items of clothing must be clearly labelled with child’s
- [Tuckshop](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/daily-school-life/tuck-shop/) - Currently the school Tuckshop operates Monday, Wednesday and Friday each week. It is staffed with a paid convener who is assisted by volunteer parents. Tuckshop opens at 8:00a.m. and closes at 2:00p.m. Students may pre-order lunches from an extensive list of foods and drinks. These orders are prepared and organised, then sent to classrooms for
- [Contact Us](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/contact-us/) - Contact Details Phone: (07) 4061 2994 Fax: (07) 4061 2271 Address: 96 Rankin Street, INNISFAIL QLD 4860, Email: principal.innisfail@cns.catholic.edu.au
- [Illness/Accident, Absence, Medication](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/daily-school-life/illnessaccident-absence-medication/) - Illness and Accident at School The school endeavours to keep an up-to-date list of telephone contact numbers of parents, both home, work and mobile numbers where applicable. It is parents/carers responsibility to notify the school of any changes to telephone numbers or circumstances, which affect the schools ability to contact parents/carers in case of an
- [Booklists](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/booklists/) - Booklist's for each School Grade
- [Curriculum](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/your-catholic-education/learning-teaching/) - The school includes in its goals, not only the development of knowledge, but also the spiritual, physical, intellectual and emotional skills and values.
- [The Arts](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/your-catholic-education/the-arts/) - The aim of the Arts programme is to develop knowledge, appreciation and understanding of a wide variety of artistic styles. The classes cultivate an enjoyment of the arts. The Lessons are based on the ‘Australian Curriculum’ and incorporate elements of Music, Performance and Dance. The children receive a 40 minute lesson weekly conducted by our
- [Why Good Counsel Primary](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/why-good-counsel-primary/) - Good Counsel Primary School is a popular Catholic primary school in the Far North Queensland township of Innisfail. As the largest non-government primary school in the Innisfail district, Good Counsel Primary School offers parents real choice. Together with our sister Catholic primary schools - St Rita’s at South Johnstone, St John’s and St Clare’s to
- [Arrival and Departure](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/daily-school-life/arrival-and-departure/) - Supervision Supervision of children begins at 8:00am until the bell rings at 8:35am. Students must wait downstairs until the bell rings at 8:35am and must not enter rooms unless a teacher is present or they are so directed. If students arrive after the commencement of school at 8:35am, they are to report to the office
- [Employment Opportunities](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/employment/employment-opportunities/) - Living and working in the Innisfail region
- [Religious Dimension](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/your-catholic-education/religious-dimension/) - We welcome all who support our Catholic ethos and always respect the faith practice of other religious denominations.
- [Excursions and Camps](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/your-catholic-education/excursions-and-camps/) - Good Counsel Primary School provides excursion opportunities for Prep to Year 4, while a set camp is organised for students in Year 5 and 6. Excursions are connected to educational outcomes and in the past have included: Cairns Civic Theatre, Innisfail Town Walk, South Johnstone Sugar Mill, Johnstone River Community Garden, Etty Bay, Australian Sugar
- [Our Mission](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/our-mission/) - Our Mission at Good Counsel Primary School is to guide the individual learner within a Catholic Christian Community.
- [Our Facilities](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/our-facilities/) - Physically the school comprises two main teaching blocks that are double storey, Administration and Library Block, Music, Technology and Art/Drama learning areas, two Prep units, two adventure playground areas, covered area, storage, Tuckshop facilities and a multi-purpose hall – Good Samaritan Hall. During 2010/2011, a major building upgrade took place to refurbish and extend the
- [School Times](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/daily-school-life/school-times/) - Monday – Friday First Bell: 8:35a.m. School Commences: 8:40a.m. Morning Tea: 10:40 – 11:00a.m. Prep., 1, 2 Play: 11:00 – 11:20a.m. Lunch: 1:00 – 1:20p.m. Year 3, 4, 5, 6 Play: 1:20 – 1:40p.m. Prep-Yr 3 Bus/Pick Up: 2:55p.m. School Finishes: 3:00p.m.
- [Accreditation](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/employment/accreditation/) - The Queensland Catholic Education Commission (QCEC) has state-wide responsibilities with respect to Catholic schools on behalf of the Bishops of Queensland. The QCEC Policy on Teacher Accreditation is implemented and administered by Catholic Education Services for the Diocese of Cairns. Accreditation to teach in a Catholic school is one means of assisting all teachers to
- [Library](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/daily-school-life/library/) - The school library strives to be of service to the community by promoting an interest in books. As a resource centre, the library enriches the educational development of the students and aids the teachers. Our library is the educational hub situated at the centre
- [Information Technology](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/your-catholic-education/information-technology/) - GCP runs an up-to-date computer laboratory for Prep-6 which provides the opportunity for whole class lessons and the development of technical, research and creativity skills. The staff and students have access to a number of IT peripherals such as scanner, colour and black/white printers, digital and still cameras, digital video cameras, data projectors and electronic
- [P&F](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/partnership-with-parents/pf/) - The Parents & Friends Association is a vital part of Good Counsel Primary School and supports the school through its interest, concern, discussion and feedback on issues relating to education and our school community. Meet and Greet evenings are held throughout the year together with the Student Council’s Disco or
- [Parent/Teacher Interviews and Assessment](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/partnership-with-parents/parentteacher-interviews-and-assessment/) - Parents are invited to take advantage of a Parent/Teacher Meeting that is held early in Term 1. This meeting is intended to be as welcoming and fruitful as possible and is as another opportunity for parents to work closely with the class teacher for the benefit of their child. Teachers are always willing to meet
- [Parent Commitment](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/partnership-with-parents/parent-commitment/) - To fully support their child at school, a continuing commitment to the following conditions is sought from parents: To give their child every opportunity to experience the fullness of their own Faith at home and to give the child every opportunity and encouragement to practise it. To support and encourage the Gospel Values and the
- [Parent Involvement](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/partnership-with-parents/parent-involvement/) - At Good Counsel Primary School we value a strong partnership with families and encourage the building of relationships within a caring and safe community. It is our belief that children more easily achieve their true potential when parents feel comfortable being active and involved in the life of the school. Our teachers and support staff are
- [Our Staff](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/our-staff/) - Currently, on staff we have 14 classroom teachers, Leader of Diversity, Leader of Curriculum, specialist Physical Education, The Arts, LOTE teachers, School Officers employed in various capacities and programmes, and support staff including a grounds person and cleaners. Teaching staff are fully registered with the College of Queensland Teachers and many hold Bachelor or higher
- [Our Location](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/our-location/) - Good Counsel Primary School Good Counsel Primary School is located close to the heart of Innisfail, at 96 Rankin St.
- [The Catholic School Difference](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/the-catholic-school-difference/) - All education programs are developed with the multicultural nature of our population and our cohorts of special needs students taken into consideration.
- [Good Counsel Primary School - Values and Expectations Plan](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/daily-school-life/behaviour-management-plan/) - Our Catholic Identity shines through school-wide expectations that encourage consistent communication, with an established common language for all staff and students, across all settings. The GCPS Value and Expectations Plan is based on Respect for Self, Respect for Others and Respect for Others’ Belongings. Parents are asked to become familiar with this plan and commit
- [Logo, Motto, Vision and Values](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/vision-logo-motto/)
- [National Assessment Program](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/your-catholic-education/national-assessment-program/) - The National Assessment Programme – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is an annual national assessment for all students in years 3, 5, 7 and 9. Students in these year levels participate in tests, during the first term, over a two week testing period. These tests cover essential skills such as reading, spelling, grammar and punctuation, writing
- [School Age Calculator](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/enrolling/school-age-calculator/) - Select your child’s month and year of birth to find out when your child can begin at Good Counsel Primary. My child was born in:-
- [Principal's Welcome](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/principals-welcome/) - Liam Kenny, Principal. Welcome to our school. At Good Counsel Primary we value a strong partnership with families and encourage the building of relationships.
- [Our School History](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/our-history/) - The school has a great history forged by the Sisters of the Good Samaritan who sailed into Geraldton, as it was then known, in November 1903.
- [Links](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/home/links/) - GCPS School Portal GCPS Parent Portal Catholic Education Cairns Parish Bulletin - Mother of Good Counsel Parish, Innisfail Helpful Hints for Parent Portal Access GCPS Parent Portal Access Instructions GCPS Parent Portal - What is the Parent Portal Guide
- [Emergencies & Critical Incidents](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/news-events/emergencies-critical-incidents/) - In case of Emergency Evacuation / Lockdown, parent / carers will be notified directly by SMS.
- [Results](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/your-catholic-education/results/) - Each year we gather data and feedback from the students, staff and parents about their level of satisfaction with the school. The full report can be viewed at the Cairns Catholic Education website.
- [Communication](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/daily-school-life/communication/) - Correspondence Parents are asked to send all notes, monies, etc. to the school in sealed envelopes. Envelopes containing money should have the child’s name and class, together with the “reason” for the money, written on the front. The eldest child in each family (unless otherwise arranged) at Good Counsel Primary will be responsible for taking
- [School Board](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/partnership-with-parents/school-board/) - In 1993, the Good Counsel Parish Schools' Combined Board was established to support both Good Counsel Primary School and Good Counsel College, based on the model of the Queensland Catholic Education Board. Over the years, the Board has expanded to encompass St Rita’s School South Johnstone, St John's Silkwood & St Rita's Babinda. The Board
- [Good Counsel Primary School video](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/home/good-counsel-primary-school-video/) - Experience the friendly environment at our school and see what parents have to say about Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail.
- [About us](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/) - Explore the values we believe uphold a quality education and start to life here at Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail.
- [News & Events](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/news-events/) - here you can find a comprehensive list of news & events in the Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail community.
- [Daily School Life](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/daily-school-life/) - Just some of the activities your child will enjoy while at Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail.
- [Your Catholic Education](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/your-catholic-education/) - Learn how we plan to shape your student into an outstanding member of the community.
- [Partnership with Parents](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/partnership-with-parents/) - There are plenty of ways to be involved with your child's growth in our community, come and see how.
- [Enrolling](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/enrolling/) - Enroll at Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail, today and watch your child grow into an outstanding student.
- [Join Us!](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/home/join-us/) - Welcome to Good Counsel Primary. We value a strong partnership with families and encourage the building of relationships within a caring and safe community.
- [Counselling](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/your-catholic-education/counselling/) - The Student Counsellor Carmel Parisi visits the school on a weekly basis. The Counsellor’s first priority is assisting children and families facing personal difficulty which impacts upon their ability to achieve their potential. Counselling may be recommended by the Principal, the classroom teacher or requested by the parent. All Student Counselling is confidential and conducted
- [Our School Sports Houses](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/about-us/our-school-sports-houses/) - There are four Colour Houses at Good Counsel Primary School. It is customary for families to be in the same House. Each house is led by elected captains, one male and one female. Inter-house sporting and other competitions are held throughout the year. Clancy Colour green, named after Fr Michael Clancy, an Augustinian priest who
- [Year 7 to Secondary](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/your-catholic-education/year-7-to-secondary/) - Catholic schools and Catholic Education Services have been working hard for more than three years to prepare for the introduction of Year 7 to secondary, and now we're ready! In 2015, Year 7 will become part of secondary schools in all school sectors throughout Queensland. The Cairns Diocese’s secondary colleges are ready to welcome both Years 7
- [Employment](https://www.gcps.qld.edu.au/employment/) - [child_menu]

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