Bunji News 

We’re excited to let you know that Bunji, our much-loved school dog, will be returning from holidays soon! He will be with us on a Monday, Tuesday and Thursday this term. 

He’s missed being part of our school community and can’t wait to see all your friendly faces again.

Before he comes back, it’s a great time to remind everyone how we can help Bunji feel safe and comfortable at school. While he loves being around us, he can sometimes feel overwhelmed—especially if someone runs up to him too quickly or reaches out suddenly. In those moments, Bunji might move away or bark—not because he’s being unfriendly, but because he’s saying, “That was a bit too much for me.” or” How can I join in on all the fun”

Here are a few simple ways we can help Bunji settle in and feel calm:

🐾 Always greet his person (the adult with him) first, not Bunji – This helps him feel secure.

🐾Give him space when walking past – He feels more relaxed when he has room. 

🐾Avoid standing and staring at him – It can feel a little intimidating.

🐾Approach calmly and slowly – Gentle movements help him feel safe and happy.

We ask when Bunji is on duty, we’d really appreciate having him as our only dog on school grounds. This also means avoiding having other dogs waiting in cars in the car loop during those times. 

Thank you for being thoughtful and respectful around Bunji. With your help, his return to school will be a positive and enjoyable experience for everyone.

We can't wait to welcome him back to school! Keep your eyes on the lookout as he may even surprise us with a visit!