Vale Doug Stott
This week, we received the sad news that Doug Stott passed away.
Doug was a highly respected and much-loved Principal of the School from 1976 to 1996, and he will be fondly remembered by decades of students and teachers for his unwavering commitment and transformative contribution to the School.
Doug Stott was educated at St Peter’s College, where he served as School Captain in 1954, before completing a Bachelor of Science at Adelaide University. After further studies at Cambridge University and the University of New England, he began his teaching career with a clear philosophy: “I saw teaching as an opportunity to help other people.” Following positions in England and Melbourne, Mr Stott embarked on his remarkable 20 year journey as Principal of St Peter’s Girls’ School in 1976.
Mr Stott firmly believed that there should be choices and chances for every girl to do her best, both in the classroom and in extra-curricular activities. His philosophy extended beyond academics – he maintained that contact with students was essential for successful leadership. True to this belief, he continued to teach Year 11 and Year 12 Chemistry classes throughout his tenure as Headmaster, endearing himself to the many students who passed through Saints Girls during his leadership.
During his time as Principal, Doug oversaw an ambitious program of development that fundamentally transformed the School’s facilities. His vision brought us many of the spaces we still enjoy today, including:
- The gymnasium and School pool
- The Humzy Theatre
- The Junior School Library and Senior Library extensions
- St Michael’s Wing
- The Art Centre and IT Centre
- Extensions to the Music and Drama Departments
- Enlarged Science Laboratories
- The conversion of Chiverton from a residence to the Administration building
As a Chemistry teacher himself, Doug was instrumental in strengthening the mathematics and sciences curriculum at the School. His forward-thinking approach made Saints Girls one of the first schools in South Australia to embrace computer technology, introducing computer science into the curriculum well ahead of its time. This early commitment to innovation laid the foundation for the strong STEM presence that the School enjoys today.
Doug Stott’s two decades of leadership created a legacy that continues to benefit our School community. His belief in providing every girl with the facilities, equipment, and opportunities to excel has shaped the Saints Girls experience for generations of students.
Here is a newspaper article from the Advertiser, celebrating Doug’s retirement, which we feel sums him up just perfectly!
School Shop Notice
As Term 4 approaches, a reminder to check your daughter’s Summer Uniform. This year, we’re excited to introduce a new addition to our summer uniform collection, which includes an alternative option of a Summer Blouse paired with Navy School Culottes. We look forward to seeing you in the School Shop to try!
To avoid long wait times on the first day back at school click here to book a time to visit the School Shop to purchase any Summer Uniform items needed. If you require a full fitting, it is advisable to book in advance via our online booking calendar.
School Shop Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 8am to 4pm (closed for lunch 12 to 12.30pm).
Parents can also order items via our Online School Shop. This is now accessible via the Flexischools platform which also administers our Online Tuck Shop. To sign in or sign up to Flexischools, click here
Carpark Protocols
A gentle reminder to all families about maintaining appropriate speeds in our School car park for everyone’s safety.
Please observe all posted speed limit signs and drive carefully, especially during busy drop-off and pick-up times when children and families are moving through the area.
Additional Guidelines:
- Remain in vehicles at Kiss and Drop zones
- Avoid right turns during peak times
- Please don’t queue in car park lanes
We appreciate your consideration in helping keep our school community safe.
Health Centre Notice
Spread kindness, not cold and flu! We appreciate everyone’s ongoing efforts in continuing to avoid the spread of illness within the Saints community as we aim to protect our immunocompromised students, staff, and families. In the winter months, colds, flus and Covid-19 are circulating heavily. A reminder that it is strongly recommended your child stays home if they have any cold or flu-like symptoms and should stay home until all symptoms subside irrespective of the illness.
Absences from School
If your child will be absent from School/ELC or is arriving late or leaving early, please notify the School via one of the following methods:
Text: 0428 601 957
Email: attendance@stpetersgirls.sa.edu.au
Phone: 8334 2200
Please ensure to include your child’s name, the name of the ELC Room, Class or Home Group and the reason for the absence i.e. illness/appointment/family/sport etc.
Contact us
+61 (08) 8334 2200