College News
Deputy Principal's Update
Staff Professional Learning Days
Before welcoming students back for Term 3, our staff spent two days learning, growing and enjoying time together as a team.
Our professional learning included three very different, but equally valuable, experiences.
Staff participated in the Christian Schools Australia (CSA) Conference, where this year's theme, Cultivating Joy: Practices for Flourishing Communities, encouraged us to reflect on how joy is more than simply feeling happy. Through inspiring speakers and practical workshops, we explored how joy is a gift from God, something we can intentionally cultivate in our own lives, and something that can shape the culture of our classrooms and school community. It was a wonderful reminder that Christian education is about helping students flourish academically, spiritually and emotionally.
We also participated in PeaceWise training, a Christian organisation dedicated to helping people build healthy relationships through biblical peacemaking principles. The seminar equipped staff with practical tools for preventing and resolving conflict in ways that honour God, strengthen relationships and promote reconciliation. These skills are invaluable as we continue to support our students in learning how to communicate well, solve problems respectfully and live out Christ's call to love one another.
Of course, professional learning isn't complete without a little fun! To finish our time together, staff took part in a friendly lawn bowls competition, with teams representing different areas of the College. There was plenty of laughter, some surprisingly competitive moments, and great opportunities to build relationships across the College. Congratulations to the Administration Team, who claimed the championship title (in spite of several Senior School staff members' protests!). Congratulations also to Sharon Cross who was named Most Valuable Player!
We are grateful for the opportunity to invest in our staff so that, together, we can continue providing the very best learning environment for every student at King's College.
Change to Presentation Night Plans
As we continue planning our end-of-year celebrations, we have made a small change to our Presentation Night arrangements.
After carefully considering the sound limitations of the outdoor venue and the possibility of unpredictable weather, we have decided that the best way to celebrate our students' achievements is to hold two separate Presentation Nights:
Senior School Presentation Night - Thursday 26 November in King’s College Auditorium (as originally advertised)
- Junior School Night of Celebration - Monday 30 November at Lighthouse Theatre
Both evenings will follow a format similar to previous years and will also include a special celebration of our College's 40th Anniversary, making them wonderful occasions to reflect on and celebrate the achievements of our students and our school community.
We appreciate your understanding and support as we make this change. We believe this revised arrangement will provide a more comfortable and enjoyable experience for our students, families and guests.
We look forward to celebrating with you at the relevant Presentation Night for your family.
Alex Burgess
Deputy Principal & Head of Junior School
JC Action Sports Day
We are excited to announce that Australia’s premier non-profit action sports team, JC Action Sports, will be visiting King's College on Friday 7th August.
JC Action Sports is a global movement using premier action sports events and relational testimony to see cultures changed, lives impacted and revival come.
On the day, the team will share a message at Chapel for Year 5-12 Students. This will be followed by an exciting outdoor BMX stunt show in Period 5 for all P-12 students.
Plus, there will be free Pizza & Hot Chips available for all P-12 students and staff at lunchtime!
Pizza options available:
Hawaiian, Margarita, Chicken, Garlic (Gluten Free options available)
Please note there will be no lunch orders on this day.
This is an event not to be missed! Spread the word and get excited for what is sure to be a memorable day for our school community.
40th Anniversary Founders' Day
All families are warmly invited to join us on Friday 14th August at 9:30am as we celebrate our 40th Anniversary Founders' Day.
This special occasion will honour the vision, faith, and commitment of those who established King's College and celebrate God's faithfulness over the past 40 years.
The event will feature worship led by the College Chapel Band, a message from our guest speaker, and the presentation of the 2026 Founders' Day Award.
We would be delighted to have you join our students, staff, and wider College community as we reflect on our history and look forward to the future.
This event will be held in the College Auditorium, and will be followed by a morning tea for staff, families and special guests.
To help the event run smoothly, please RSVP and advise any dietary requirements via this link by August 3rd.
Please note this event has limited seating so we encourage you to RSVP now. Current staff and students are not required to RSVP.
We look forward to celebrating this significant milestone with you.
Trivia Night Fundraiser
King’s College and the Warrnambool Table Tennis Association invite you to join us for a Trivia Night Fundraiser on Friday 21st August from 6:00PM - 8:30PM in the King's College Pentagon.
Our Year 11 students, along with David Walkley from the Warrnambool Table Tennis Association, are collaborating to coordinate this family event. All funds raised are being donated to the Children’s Cancer Institute.
$80 per table - 8 people per team ($10pp). 15 Tables Available. One team member to book a table via this TryBooking link.
A silent auction will also be held during the event. A Sausage Sizzle and hot/cold drinks will be available for purchase.
Thank you for your support of this event. We look forward to seeing you there!
