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2026 Enrolments - Tour and Meet The Principal

We are delighted to invite parents for 2026 enrolments to come and meet Principal John Freeman and enjoy a tour of our school! 

- Light refreshments will be provided.

- Bookings are essential. Spaces are limited!

- Please arrive by 9 am for a 9:15 am start.

Exploring Precipitation Reactions!

This week in Year 11 Chemistry, our students had the chance to roll up their sleeves and dive into the fascinating world of precipitation reactions. The lab was buzzing with energy as students mixed various solutions to discover how solid substances—called precipitates—form from seemingly clear liquids.

In a nutshell, precipitation reactions occur when two solutions are combined and a solid (the precipitate) forms and separates from the liquid. It’s like magic, but with molecules! Students were given the opportunity to observe the chemical reactions firsthand, seeing theory come to life in real-time.

Precipitation reactions are more than just a fun experiment—they have crucial applications in many industries! From removing impurities in water to helping create medicines, these reactions are vital for processes that impact our everyday lives. Students were amazed to learn just how often they encounter precipitation reactions, whether it’s in environmental science or the products they use at home.

We can't wait to see what our budding chemists will discover next in their journey through the world of chemistry. Stay tuned for more updates from the laboratory as these students continue to turn chemicals into knowledge and unlock the secrets of the world around them.

Keep experimenting, Year 11! 🌟👩‍🔬👨‍🔬

- Jasmine Jones, Teacher