What a wonderful week we’ve had!

Neurodiversity Celebration Week
This week we acknowledged Neurodiversity Celebration Week, a worldwide initiative dedicated to challenging stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences.  Throughout the week, we will engage in activities and discussions that promote understanding and inclusivity, creating a supportive environment for all students.  As part of neuro diversity week, Mrs Klein will be reading and discussing the theme of ‘differences’ through reading various quality picture books with a focus on imagination, creativity and different ways of thinking. This week provides a valuable opportunity for our school community to celebrate differences and empower every individual, fostering a culture of acceptance and respect.

NAPLAN
On Wednesday, we kicked off the NAPLAN testing period for our Year 3 and 5 students. NAPLAN (the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy). Congratulations to all our NAPLAN students! We are incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication in preparing for these assessments.  Your commitment to doing your best is commendable, and we celebrate the effort you put into your studies. Remember, this is just one step in your learning journey, and we are excited to see all the wonderful things you will achieve in the future! Keep up the great work!

3-Way Conferences
We invite all families to schedule a booking with their child's classroom teacher for our upcoming 3-way conferences.  These conferences provide a valuable opportunity to share information and insights between home and school, fostering a collaborative environment to support your child's learning and development.

We kindly ask that you complete the following questions to help us prepare for our upcoming three-way conferences starting next week.  Your responses will allow us to make the most of our time together, focusing on key highlights, concerns, or questions you may have.  Rest assured, all answers are confidential and will only be reviewed by your child's classroom teacher.

Please click here to complete the survey.

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to fostering strong connections between families and our teachers!

Moving to High School – Year 7 Transition Information - The process for applying for a Year 7 placement in a NSW Government school for 2026 has now opened!  If you have a child in Year 6, you can begin the transition process by applying online through the Expression of Interest (EOI) link provided below.

Please click here to complete the EOI.

Please note, if your child does not require a placement in a government high school for next year, you will need to complete the Placement Not Required form linked below.

Please click here to complete the Placement Not Required form.

For those families whose children have submitted an application for a Selective School, it is important to remember that you are still required to complete the EOI.

Please note that applications close on 28 March 2025 - thank you for your attention to this important transition process, and we look forward to supporting you and your child during this exciting time!

Student Work
I had the privilege of seeing some wonderful work from our students this week.

4W - “The Thing About Oliver”
Year 4 students have been reading the book “The Thing About Oliver”.   The book tells the story of 12-year-old Tilly, who dreams of becoming a marine scientist, but lives in a drought-stricken town with her autistic brother Oliver, whose needs and meltdowns make life difficult for everyone.  When the family moves to the Queensland coast, Tilly is excited about the possibility of learning to swim and snorkeling, but worried about how Oliver will cope with the changes.

Chess Club