Term 4 – Week 4 – Notices

Nov3

 The Week Ahead:

 

Early Learning Centre (ELC)

Monday 3 to Friday 7 November – ELC Book Fair

Thursday 6 November, 8:30am – Year 2 Nativity Rehearsal (Duncraig Theatre)

Friday 7 November, 9am – ELC Worship

Years 3-6

Monday 3 November 6:45pm – “Hello High School” – Year 7, 2026 Parent Information Evening (external speaker)

Friday 7 November 2:20pm – 6MC Assembly

 

Resource Lists 2026

Resource Lists will be available online through the Campion website from Friday 17 October to Friday 14 November.  You can find additional information about these lists below.

To access the St Stephen’s Duncraig list, please visit www.campion.com.au  and use the following code: D4MP

Resource lists 2026 K-6 blog notice

 

Tickets for Presentation Nights 2025

We are delighted to present the 2025 St Stephen’s School Presentation Evenings. Please join us to celebrate all that our students have accomplished in 2025. It is expected that all students attend from Years 3-6 and awardees from Years 1-2.

Bookings are essential but tickets are all free of charge. All attendees, including guests, staff, awardees and performers must book a ticket. Parking will be provided on the oval.  Book online here https://events.humanitix.com/dpp2025

 

 

Wheelchairs for Kids

This afternoon, in 3-6 worship, we welcomed a representative from Wheelchairs for Kids, the charity we raised money for in our free dress day at the end of last term.

It was wonderful to be able to present them with a cheque for $750, not only from the money raised through free dress, but also from some extremely generous additional donations from some parents.

Thank you to all who supported this cause.

One More for Dinner

Message of thanks from the Spiers Centre

For some people, cooking is a passion; for others, it’s more of a chore. Whatever camp you fall into, everyone who rolled up their sleeves to cook meals for The Spiers Centre has made an extraordinary difference and for those whose batteries aren’t recharged by time in the kitchen, we send you an extra virtual hug of gratitude. I’d love to share a little about where those meals go, and the lives they touch.

The Spiers Centre has been serving people across Perth’s northern suburbs for just over 45 years. Today, our work includes financial counselling for people in financial stress, often on the brink of eviction, with around 40% of our clients also surviving family and domestic violence. We provide emergency relief in the form of food hampers, food vouchers, utility support, and advocacy – connecting people to the right help at the right time. The meals you prepare for us are a vital part of that emergency relief, and the best way to show their impact is through a real story from earlier today.

The Centre had barely opened its doors when a young man came in. He was humble, polite, and almost apologetic for “bothering us.” He told our staff how his entire life, from birth had been lived amongst the chaos of substance use and instability, but in the past two months he’d made a conscious decision to break away. He’s been sleeping rough for 56 nights, scraping together enough money for the occasional cheap hotel room when he could. Despite reaching out to several agencies, he’d been told housing could be years away. He was deflated, tired, and hungry, yet still hesitant to take help because he believed there were “others worse off or more deserving.”

When we offered him a food hamper, he asked quietly, “Do I have to pay for it?”  and the surprise and relief when he realised it was freely given said everything. Because of you, we could go one step further: we offered him one of the St Stephen’s meals. You could see the shift in him, that moment when someone is treated with dignity, not pity. When he’s seen as a fellow human being not a problem to be solved or passed on. We gave him choices, amongst which were: baked chicken meatball fettuccine or Mexican cheesy beef and rice? We could heat one up for now, and pack another to take away. Maybe some onigiri too. It can be eaten hot or cold, perfect for when there’s no way to cook.

He left with a brown paper bag full of food, a full stomach, and a sense that he mattered. He knew he could come back again, because people like you care enough to make sure no one leaves our doors hungry.

Your meals do more than feed people; they restore hope, dignity and humanity.

From all of us at The Spiers Centre, thank you, St Stephen’s families, for being the heart behind every meal.

Warm regards

Andrew Johnston & Hannah Lockwood-Jones

 

We are delighted to invite you to the 2025 St Stephen’s School Presentation Evenings, a special celebration of our students’ achievements throughout the year.
Bookings are essential, but tickets are free of charge. Please ensure that all attendees, including guests, award recipients and performers, have a booked ticket. Parking will be available on the oval.

Christmas Meal Deal-3 to 6 ??

Wednesday 26th November 2025

*Order now* via www.quickcliq.com.au

Orders must be placed by the cut-off date

Wednesday 19th November at 7.30am

sorry we cannot accept late orders. 

Thank you for supporting your Canteen,

 St Stephen’s School

QuickCliQ Support when you need it: Monday to Friday

on 1300 11 66 37 or email support@quickcliq.com.au

This entry was posted on November 3, 2025.

Term 4 – Week 3 – Notices

Oct27

 The Week Ahead:

 

Early Learning Centre (ELC)

Thursday 30 October, 9am – Kindy Bee Visit

Friday 31 October – ELC Sports Carnival (Primary Oval)

Years 3-6

Monday 27 October, 3:30pm – Piano Recital

Tuesday 28 October – Year 4 Excursion to Yanchep National Park

Wednesday 29 October – Year 3 Playground Walk

Friday 31 October – NIPSSA Interschool Cricket Carnival (selected Year 5 & 6 students)

 

Resource Lists

As we prepare for 2026, the Resource Lists for next year are now available. You can find additional information about these lists below. To access the St Stephen’s Duncraig list, please visit www.campion.com.au  and use the following code: D4MP

Resource lists 2026 K-6 blog notice

Cards that Count

Final Reminder – Orders Close Wednesday 29th October

 

The “Cards that Count” fundraiser transforms your child’s unique artwork into beautiful, professionally printed gifts – including greeting cards, tea towels, tote bags, and more. These make perfect keepsakes or heartfelt presents for family and friends. Each purchase helps support people who are at risk or experiencing homelessness.

 

Order online now: www.crazycamel.com.au/36686

Orders close: Wednesday 29th October
Delivery: Completed orders will be sent home with students via their class teachers in early November.

 

One More for Dinner

Our School Community, Serving Our Local Community

 

This term, we invite our ELC families to take part in a simple but powerful act of kindness. When you prepare a meal for your family in Week 3 of this term,  consider making a little extra “One More for Dinner”  to support someone in our local community.

How it works:

·         Containers are available now from ELC reception, or from a box outside during after school pickup.

·         During Week 3 (Monday 27 October – Thursday 30 October) cook an extra portion of your family meal.

·         Place it in the microwave-safe container you collected from the ELC.

·         Write out the ingredients clearly on the label on the container.

·         Drop it off at ELC reception any day of Week 3. The last drop off for food is Friday 31 October, 8:30 am.

·         Over the course of the week, meals will be collected and distributed to those in need.

Important:

·         Meals must be easy to reheat in a microwave.

·         Please ensure ingredients and the date you made the meal are listed on the label, this will help support dietary needs and preferences, .

·         Once you have filled your container, please bring it to the ELC the next morning. This will ensure that it remains fresh for those receiving the meal.

Thank you for helping us show care and compassion to our wider community. Together, we can make a difference, one meal at a time.

 

 

Magpie Swooping at the ELC

If you or your child has experienced any incidents of magpie swooping in the school environment, we kindly ask that you email the Joondalup Council at info@joondalup.wa.gov.au

We are seeking action from the council to reduce magpie activity around the school, and it will be very helpful if they also hear from families.

Thank you for your support.

 

 

ELC Athletics Carnival

Are you ready!? Our PP-2 students have been learning and practicing modified track and field skills and team games for our athletics carnival. Our students are excited to show you what they’ve been working on in PE classes and participate in some friendly interhouse competition.

The children will be involved in a sprint race, Jump and throw events and team activities.

Your child will need to wear their house-coloured polo shirt, school shorts and shoes and ensure their school hat is packed in their bag.

When: Friday 31st October, 8.50am – Approximately 12.00pm

Where: Yr 3-6 Primary Oval, Duncraig Campus (Doveridge Drive)

Due to the event being at the main Duncraig Campus, your child will need to be dropped off to their class teacher on the 3-6 Primary Oval that morning (prior to 8.45am)

Students will return to the ELC with their year groups by bus at the conclusion of the carnival, with PP departing first at 11.30am, followed by the Yr 1s and Yr 2s at approximately 12.00pm and 12.20pm.

More information regarding approximate event times and carnival logistics will be provided in your child’s class blogs, prior to carnival day.

If your child is attending OSH that morning, please email emma.trevaskis@ststepehens.com.au  as soon as possible, so transport arrangements can be made.

If you know that your child will not be at school that day please let Mrs Trevaskis know ASAP, as this will affect the teams which I am currently composing.

Warm regards

Hannah Lockwood-Jones & Andrew Johnston

 

The ELC Library will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair from Monday 3 November to Thursday 6 November. The Book Fair will be open before and after school. Come and grab some great new books for the Christmas holidays!

 

 

 

This entry was posted on October 27, 2025.

Term 4 – Week 2 – Notices

Oct20

 

The Week Ahead:

 

Early Learning Centre (ELC)

Tuesday 21 October – Kindy Bug Incursion

Wednesday 22 October, 5pm – Synthesis Art Exhibition Opening Night

Friday 24 October – ELC Orientation Morning

Years 3-6

Monday 20 October to Wednesday 22 October – Year 6 camp

Tuesday 21 October. 6:30pm – Year 7, 2026 Parent Information Evening

Wednesday 22 October, 5pm – Synthesis Art Exhibition Opening Night

Thursday 23 October – NIPSSA Interschool Basketball Carnival (selected Year 5 & 6 students)

Friday 24 October – Primary Orientation Day

Our school is filled with energy this week as we prepare for “Synthesis” and admire the incredible artwork created by our talented students. We are hugely grateful to our dedicated staff, whose guidance and encouragement help students discover and express their artistic talents. Most importantly, we celebrate the creativity and effort of our students. The Exhibition will open this Wednesday at 5pm in the Primary Village.  Please be sure to visit the exhibition in the Primary Village and Theatre Foyer before it closes.

This week also brings extra excitement with Orientation Day on Friday. It’s an opportunity for students to step up to the next year level and get a preview of what’s ahead. For most year groups, the day is fairly straight forward, however our Year 2 students, will start their day in the Primary campus (2B students to meet in 3I classroom, and 2R students in 3S classroom) before being walked back to the ELC later in the morning.  It promises to be an exciting day as we welcome new families and look forward to the year ahead.

Resource Lists

As we prepare for 2026, the Resource Lists for next year are now available. You can find additional information about these lists below. To access the St Stephen’s Duncraig list, please visit www.campion.com.au  and use the following code: D4MP

 

 

Cards that Count

A reminder that orders are open until Wednesday 29th October and can be placed online via the following link www.crazycamel.com.au/36686

“Cards that Count” is a school fundraising initiative that transforms student artwork into beautiful, professionally printed greeting cards, tea towels, tote bags and more.  Each purchase helps support people who are at risk or experiencing homelessness.

Completed orders will be distributed to students by their class teachers in early November.

 

One More for Dinner

Our School Community, Serving Our Local Community

 

This term, we invite our ELC families to take part in a simple but powerful act of kindness. When you prepare a meal for your family in Week 3 of this term,  consider making a little extra “One More for Dinner”  to support someone in our local community.

How it works:

·         From tomorrow (Tuesday 21 October – Friday 24 October) you can collect a container from the ELC reception, or from a box outside during after school pickup.

·         During Week 3 (Monday 27 October – Thursday 30 October) cook an extra portion of your family meal.

·         Place it in the microwave-safe container you collected from the ELC.

·         Write out the ingredients clearly on the label on the container.

·         Drop it off at ELC reception any day of Week 3. The last drop off for food is Friday 31 October, 8:30 am.

·         Over the course of the week, meals will be collected and distributed to those in need.

Important:

·         Meals must be easy to reheat in a microwave.

·         Please ensure ingredients and the date you made the meal are listed on the label, this will help support dietary needs and preferences, .

·         Once you have filled your container, please bring it to the ELC the next morning. This will ensure that it remains fresh for those receiving the meal.

Thank you for helping us show care and compassion to our wider community. Together, we can make a difference, one meal at a time.

 

 

ELC Athletics Carnival

Are you ready!? Our PP-2 students have been learning and practicing modified track and field skills and team games for our athletics carnival. Our students are excited to show you what they’ve been working on in PE classes and participate in some friendly interhouse competition.

The children will be involved in a sprint race, Jump and throw events and team activities.

Your child will need to wear their house-coloured polo shirt, school shorts and shoes and ensure their school hat is packed in their bag.

When: Friday 31st October, 8.50am – Approximately 12.00pm

Where: Yr 3-6 Primary Oval, Duncraig Campus (Doveridge Drive)

Due to the event being at the main Duncraig Campus, your child will need to be dropped off to their class teacher on the 3-6 Primary Oval that morning (prior to 8.45am)

Students will return to the ELC with their year groups by bus at the conclusion of the carnival, with PP departing first at 11.30am, followed by the Yr 1s and Yr 2s at approximately 12.00pm and 12.20pm.

More information regarding approximate event times and carnival logistics will be provided in your child’s class blogs, prior to carnival day.

If your child is attending OSH that morning, please email emma.trevaskis@ststepehens.com.au  as soon as possible, so transport arrangements can be made.

If you know that your child will not be at school that day please let Mrs Trevaskis know ASAP, as this will affect the teams which I am currently composing.

Warm regards

Hannah Lockwood-Jones & Andrew Johnston

A CHANCE TO CONNECT WITH A LOCAL CHARITY FOR THE ROTTNEST CHANNEL SWIM 2026

The Saba Rose Button Foundation is a not-for-profit charity focused on raising funds to help children with additional needs. The funds raised will pay for these children to access therapy (anywhere in Western Australia), for specialised equipment that is needed and for parental respite and for care in the home.  The Saba Rose Button Foundation aims to support children and their families who are in necessitous circumstances living with additional needs. Our vision is to assist children with additional needs access their best life of inclusivity and accessibility.  The Foundation has been ATO endorsed as a tax deductible recipient (DGR).

Find out more here https://www.sabafoundation.org.au.

We are a LOCAL, not for profit children’s charity and we would really appreciate your support!

This entry was posted on October 20, 2025.

Term 4 – Week 1 – Notices

Oct14

The Week Ahead:

 

Early Learning Centre (ELC)

Wednesday, 15 October, 11am – Digital Learning Adventure (Year 1 & 2), parents welcome

Friday 17 October – Pre Primary Pirate Day / Camp

Friday 17 October, 9am – ELC Worship

Years 3-6

No events this week

Dear Community,

Welcome to Term 4! We hope you had a relaxing break and are returning with renewed energy for what promises to be an engaging and memorable end to the school year. It’s hard to believe we’ve reached the final term of 2025, but there’s still so much to look forward to.

This term is filled with meaningful opportunities to celebrate your children’s development and successes. A standout event will be our Primary Presentation Night—a special evening to recognise each child’s progress and achievements. We’ll be sharing more information about this in the coming weeks.

Another exciting part of the term is Orientation Day, when students will spend time in their new classrooms for next year. This experience plays an important role in helping them feel confident and prepared as they take their next steps in learning.

Cards that Count

St Stephens Primary School is once again taking part in United WA’s Fundraising Appeal “Cards that Count”, a school fundraising initiative that transforms student artwork into beautiful, professionally printed greeting cards, tea towels, tote bags and more.  Each purchase helps support people who are at risk or experiencing homelessness.

United WA has partnered with Crazy Camel to streamline the ordering process. Students have completed their art templates in class, and their designs are now available for ordering at: www.crazycamel.com.au/36686

Online ordering will be open from Wednesday 15th October – Wednesday 29th October. Completed orders will be distributed to students by their class teachers in early November.

 

 

One More for Dinner

Our School Community, Serving Our Local Community

 

This term, we invite our ELC families to take part in a simple but powerful act of kindness. When you prepare a meal for your family in Week 3 of this term,  consider making a little extra “One More for Dinner”  to support someone in our local community.

How it works:

  • From next week (Monday 20 October – Friday 24 October) you can collect a container from the ELC reception at any time, or from a box outside during after school pickup.
  • During Week 3 (Monday 27 October – Thursday 30 October) cook an extra portion of your family meal.
  • Place it in the microwave-safe container you collected from the ELC.
  • Write out the ingredients clearly on the label on the container.
  • Drop it off at ELC reception any day of Week 3. The last drop off for food is Friday 31 October, 8:30 am.
  • Over the course of the week, meals will be collected and distributed to those in need.

Important:

  • Meals must be easy to reheat in a microwave.
  • Please ensure ingredients and the date you made the meal are listed on the label, this will help support dietary needs and preferences, .
  • Once you have filled your container, please bring it to the ELC the next morning. This will ensure that it remains fresh for those receiving the meal.

Thank you for helping us show care and compassion to our wider community. Together, we can make a difference, one meal at a time.

 

Uniform

Can we please ask that you refresh your understanding of the uniform guide to ensure that your children come to school with the correct uniform. As we approach the coming year it is important that you review the uniform guide to ensure that purchases align with the school uniform expectations Primary School Uniform

As always, we are here to support you and your children throughout the term. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, feedback, or concerns.

Looking forward to a wonderful Term 4 filled with learning, laughter, and memorable moments.

Warm regards

Andrew Johnston & Hannah Lockwood-Jones

 

This entry was posted on October 14, 2025.

Term 3 – Week 9 – Notices

Sep22

The Week Ahead:

 

Early Learning Centre (ELC)

Friday 26 Sept – Non uniform day fundraiser (Wheelchairs for Kids)

Friday 26 Sept, 9am – ELC Music Assembly

 

Years 3-6

Monday 22 Sept, 6:30pm – iPad Parent Information Evening – Year 5, 2026 (parents only)

Tuesday 23 Sept – NIPSSA Interschool Athletics Carnival – jumps & throws

Wednesday 24 Sept – NIPSSA Interschool Athletics Carnival – sprints & team games

Thursday 25 Sept, 6pm – Year 6 Jam Poetry Night

Friday 26 Sept – Non uniform day fundraiser (Wheelchairs for Kids)

 

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we come to the close of another busy and vibrant term, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for all of your support. The partnership between home and school is such a vital part of what we do, and it has been wonderful to share so many memorable learning experiences with your children this term.

This week our Early Learning Centre students came together for our “Big Cook Up”, preparing meals for families in need within our local community. It was inspiring to see each year group contributing in their own special way:

  • Year 2 prepared jacket potatoes with a variety of fillings
  • Year 1 cooked hearty spaghetti bolognese
  • Pre-Primary made delicious Mars Bar slice
  • Kindergarten designed and decorated their own hot chocolate cups filled with hot chocolate powder, ready to be enjoyed with some hot water.

What made this event even more special was the chance to use fresh produce from our very own ELC garden in the meal preparation, a wonderful reminder of how our children’s learning connects with real-life experiences and service to others. A huge well done to all the students and staff involved in this effort to support those in our wider community.

A special thanks also to our Year 1 and Year 3 teams for the fantastic camps they organised last week. These were filled with fun and provided children with opportunities to create memories that will last a lifetime.

 

Class Placement 2026

As we prepare for next year, we would like to take the opportunity to inform you of the process we use when placing students in their classes for next year. Please note that all teachers place students after examination of several factors which include:

  • Social and emotional concerns
  • Friendship preferences
  • Academic ability
  • Staff observations

Your child’s current class teachers construct their class lists in collaboration with their partner year group teacher(s), Learning Assistants and Specialist Teachers. Where possible, the teaching staff will provide experiences for students to interact across the classes to also observe student interactions with students not currently in their class.

Once the teachers have completed their class list recommendations, they are forwarded on to the Primary Leadership Team to be reviewed.

The process of creating class lists is done carefully and over a period of time. Please be assured that every decision we make is in the best interests of your child and understand that, while we recognise the uniqueness and preferences of each student, we will not guarantee a preferred placement.

Please, can we encourage you to trust in the professionalism and dedication of our staff as they consider the many factors in placing your child in a particular class and not make requests for preferred class placements for your child.

You will be notified of your child’s teacher in January 2026 before they commence school.

As always, thank you for your ongoing partnership and support. We wish you a restful and safe term break, and we look forward to seeing everyone refreshed and ready for the new term ahead.

Warmest regards,

Hannah Lockwood-Jones & Andrew Johnston

This entry was posted on September 22, 2025.

Term 3 – Week 8 – Notices

Sep15

The Week Ahead:

 

Early Learning Centre (ELC)

Monday 15 Sept – Pre Primary Alphabet Dress Up Day

Tuesday 16 Sept (3:30pm – 4:30pm) – ELC Piano Recital (Piano Students)

Thursday 18 Sept – Rugby WA Clinics (Pre Primary – Year 2 students)

Friday 19 Sept – Year 1 Camp Day

Friday 19 Sept (9am – 9:35am) – ELC Worship

Friday 19 Sept (11am – 1pm) – Year 2 Grandparents Day

Years 3-6

Monday 15 Sept – Wednesday 17 Sept: Year 5 camp

Thursday 18 Sept – Friday 19 Sept: Year 3 camp

Thursday 18 Sept: Interschool Hockey competition (selected Year 5/6 students)

Friday, 19 Sept, 2:20pm: 4R Assembly

Monday, 22 Sept, 6:30pm – iPad Parent Information Evening (Year 5, 2026) parents only

Monday, 22 Sept (1pm – 3pm) – Lego League Trip to Wanneroo Museum (selected students)

Interschool Carnival

Tuesday 23 September (jumps & throws) – Peter Moyes Anglican Community School
Wednesday 24 September (sprints & team games) – WA Athletics Stadium

Last week saw the primary athletics carnivals run with great success.  Congratulations to all our students for their enthusiasm, effort, and sportsmanship, and a heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended or helped out over the two days. It was wonderful to see our community come together in support of the event.

Class Placement 2026

As we prepare for next year, we would like to take the opportunity to inform you of the process we use when placing students in their classes for next year. Please note that all teachers place students after examination of several factors which include:

  • Social and emotional concerns
  • Friendship preferences
  • Academic ability
  • Staff observations

Your child’s current class teachers construct their class lists in collaboration with their partner year group teacher(s), Learning Assistants and Specialist Teachers. Where possible, the teaching staff will provide experiences for students to interact across the classes to also observe student interactions with students not currently in their class.

Once the teachers have completed their class list recommendations, they are forwarded on to the Primary Leadership Team to be reviewed.

The process of creating class lists is done carefully and over a period of time. Please be assured that every decision we make is in the best interests of your child and understand that, while we recognise the uniqueness and preferences of each student, we will not guarantee a preferred placement.

Please, can we encourage you to trust in the professionalism and dedication of our staff as they consider the many factors in placing your child in a particular class and not make requests for preferred class placements for your child.

You will be notified of your child’s teacher in January 2026 before they commence school.

Lost Property

During the winter months, we have accumulated many sports jackets and jumpers in our lost property collection. We have returned all named items to their owners. If your child is missing clothing, please visit the ELC or Primary Administration Office to see if we have any items that belong to you. Any unclaimed clothing items will be handed over to the uniform shop at the end of Term 3. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Warmest regards,

Andrew Johnston & Hannah Lockwood-Jones

 

This entry was posted on September 15, 2025.

Term 3 – Week 7 – Notices

Sep8

The Week Ahead:

 

Early Learning Centre (ELC)

Thursday, 11 Sept – WA Ballet Company Incursion (PP & Year 1)

Friday, 12 Sept, 9am – Assembly (Kindy King)

Monday 15 Sept – Alphabet Dress Up Day (Pre Primary)

Years 3-6

Tuesday 9 Sept – Interhouse Athletics Carnival (jumps & throws)

Friday 12 Sept – Interhouse Athletics Carnival (sprints & team games)

Monday 15 Sept – Year 5 camp

As we enter Week 7, there is a wonderful sense of energy across our school community with a number of special experiences ahead. In the Early Learning Centre, our Pre-Primary and Year 1 students will delight in a visit from the WA Ballet Company, bringing the joy of dance and storytelling into their classrooms. Our Kindy King students are excited to share their learning journey with families and friends during their class assembly, while our Pre-Primary children are preparing for the much-anticipated Alphabet Dress Up Day, a creative way to celebrate letters and sounds.

In Years 3 – 6, the Interhouse Athletics Carnival is set to showcase both skill and team spirit, beginning with the field events of jumps and throws on Tuesday before moving into the fast-paced sprints and collaborative team games on Friday.  Next Monday, our Year 5 students are looking forward to the adventure and learning opportunities of camp, where they will strengthen friendships and grow in independence. It promises to be a week full of connection, celebration, and memorable moments for students across our school.

We thank our families for the ongoing encouragement, support, and enthusiasm you bring to each of these events, helping to make them such meaningful and memorable experiences for our children.

Warmest regards,

Hannah Lockwood-Jones & Andrew Johnston

This entry was posted on September 8, 2025.

Term 3 – Week 6 – Notices

Sep1

The Week Ahead:

 

Early Learning Centre (ELC)

Friday 5 Sept, 8:30am – Father’s and Special Guest Day Celebrations

 

Years 3-6

Tuesday 2 Sept, 6pm – Parent Information Session, Year 5 Camp

Friday 5 Sept, 2:20pm – 3I Assembly

Dear Parents,

I hope you are all doing well as we head into Week 6! It’s been a busy and exciting term so far, and we’re looking forward to another wonderful week ahead.

Today, our Year 2 students had the pleasure of attending an Instrumental Incursion, hosted by talented musicians from the High School. The session showcased the beautiful string instruments that will be available for Year 3 students next year.

At the ELC on Friday, we’re excited to welcome our fathers and special guests for an afternoon of fun and celebration. The children have been busy preparing, and we know it’s going to be a memorable day for everyone involved.

Next week sees the Year 3-6 students compete in the Inter House Athletics Carnival. These are always great community days and we look forward to seeing you there.

 

Warmest regards,

Andrew Johnston & Hannah Lockwood-Jones

 

This entry was posted on September 1, 2025.

Term 3 – Week 5 – Notices

Aug25

The Week Ahead:

 

Early Learning Centre (ELC)

Friday, 29 August 9:30am – ELC Book Parade

Years 3-6

Tuesday, 26 August – Year 3 & 4 Digital Learning Journey “ Robotics Workshop

Wednesday, 27 August – Interhouse Music Festival

Friday, 29 August 8:40am – Primary Book Parade

Coming up – the second Year 2 transition next Monday, 1st Sept

Dear Parents and Community,

It has been a joyful and busy week across our school, filled with learning, creativity, and the excitement of Book Week preparations. With workshops, and special activities happening across year levels, there is a wonderful sense of celebration in the air.

At the Early Learning Centre (ELC), the children are especially looking forward to their Book Parades. As part of the festivities, our youngest ELC learners will also be stepping into the world of Where’s Wally ? Across the Primary, there’s plenty to celebrate too from the Year 3 & 4 Digital Learning Journey and Robotics Workshop to the Interhouse Music Festival, and of course, the Primary Book Parade on Friday morning 8.30am. Coming up, we’re also looking forward to welcoming our Year 2 students for their second transition session on Monday, 1 September.

Book Week is such a special time to bring stories to life and encourage a love of reading. We are so grateful for the creativity and support of our staff, parents, and community in making these moments so meaningful for our students.

 

Book Week Parade

The countdown is on for our Book Week Parade this Friday, and excitement is in the air! We hope you and your children are having fun creating costumes and getting into the spirit of the celebration. If you’re looking for inspiration or ideas, don’t hesitate to reach out to us or Robyn McLoughlin, we’re happy to help.

Parades:

3-6 – Friday, 29 August at 8:40am in the Primary Library

ELC – Friday, 29 August at 9:30am on the oval.

Where’s Wally? A Book Week Adventure at the ELC

As part of our Book Week celebrations, the ELC children will be taking part in a very special “Where’s Wally?” adventure. Odlaw has been up to his sneaky tricks and has hidden Wally’s belongings all around the ELC!

The children will step into the story, becoming little detectives who search high and low to help Wally find his missing hat, cane, scarf, and other treasures. This playful activity not only brings the magic of the story to life but also builds important literacy skills — encouraging curiosity, problem-solving, and imagination. There is also news of Odlaw appearing somewhere in the ELC this Friday too.

Book Week is all about celebrating stories and characters we love, and this adventure gives our students the chance to live inside the story together. We look forward to the fun, teamwork, and joy as they help Wally and celebrate their success with a special reward at the end.

Wally’s Lost Things

Odlaw’s been busy, he’s had some fun,
He’s hidden Wally’s things, every one!
A hat, a cane, a scarf so bright,
Now we must help to set things right.

In the ELC we searched all around,
So many treasures waiting to be found!
Niah and Mia were quick and keen,
The very first to spot Wally’s cane!

Behind the blocks or under a chair,
Wally’s belongings are hiding there.
Work together, use your eyes,
Each little find will bring a surprise.

When all is gathered, we’ll cheer “Hooray!”
We’ve helped our friend in the best of ways.

Warmest regards,

Hannah Lockwood-Jones & Andrew Johnston

Music Notes

Interhouse Music Festival is on Wednesday 27 August in the Primary Village.  The session times for each year level are:

9:00 – 10:40        Year 6

Session 1 9:00 – 9:50

Session 2 9:50 – 10:40

Morning Tea

11:00 – 11:40 Year 3

11:40 – 1:00 Year 5

Session 1 11:40  – 12:20

Session 2 12:20 – 1:00

Lunch

1:40 – 2:40 Year 4

2:45 – 3:10 Assembly

The running order can be accessed from the link below.

(Link to Spreadsheet)

This entry was posted on August 25, 2025.

Term 3 – Week 4 – Notices

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Early Learning Centre (ELC)

Friday 22 August, 9am – Assembly (Kindy Ramsey)

Years 3-6

Monday 18 August, 12:00 noon – Primary Musical Performance “Peter Pan” Matinee session

Monday 18 August, 5pm – Parent Information Session (Year 3 camp)

Wednesday 20 Aug – Friday 22 August, 6:45pm – Primary Musical Performance “Peter Pan” – evening session

Book Week

This week marks the celebration of Book Week!  Please note that Duncraig ELC & Primary will hold their Book Week Parade next Friday, 29 August, to accommodate Carramar Primary’s parade this Friday. We look forward to a fun week of reading and activities for all students.

 

Lost Property

During the winter months, we have accumulated many sports jackets and jumpers in our lost property collection. We have returned all named items to their owners. If your child is missing clothing, please visit the Primary Administration Office to see if we have any items that belong to you. Any unclaimed clothing items will be handed over to the uniform shop at the end of Term 3.

Warmest regards,

Andrew Johnston & Hannah Lockwood-Jones

Colour Blindness

It’s good to know if a child is colour blind, as they may struggle in school with activities that use colours, such as drawing and sorting blocks.

Colour blindness might become obvious after the age of 4 years and is more common among boys. Children who are colour-blind can see as clearly as other children but cannot tell the difference between some colours or see colours differently from other children. This usually happens with reds and greens, and sometimes with blues and yellows.

 

If your child is colour blind, it’s good to inform their teacher about the condition. This will allow the teacher to choose activities that don’t involve spotting colour differences.

 

For further details, please see Raising Children Network.

 

If you have any concerns, colour vision testing can be performed by some General Practitioners (GP), eye specialists or optometrists.

Color Blindness

Scoliosis

Early detection of scoliosis is crucial for managing child’s spinal health and ensuring the best possible outcomes. Scoliosis is a condition where the spine twists and curves sideways. It is more common in girls than in boys and typically becomes noticeable during growth spurts.

 

Most cases of scoliosis develop in otherwise healthy children, and the exact cause is often unknown.

 

Parents and children can look for signs such as uneven shoulders, uneven shoulder blades, a slightly tilted head, a noticeable curve in the back, or one hip being higher than the other. These can be spotted with a simple examination of your child’s back.

 

For more details on scoliosis and how to check for it, please see Raising Children Network.

Scoliosis

This entry was posted on August 18, 2025.