Year 5 & 6

Our Year 5/6 students have thoroughly enjoyed learning about Chinese New Year. As part of their studies, they explored the traditions, history, and cultural significance of this important celebration. A highlight for many students was discovering the Chinese Zodiac signs and the personality traits associated with each animal. There was great excitement as students worked out which zodiac animal they were and compared the characteristics with their own personalities. To further connect with the traditions of Chinese New Year, students created beautiful infinity knots. The infinity knot symbolises good luck, prosperity, and long-lasting happiness. Traditionally used as a decoration during celebrations, it represents continuity, harmony, and the wish for good fortune in the year ahead.

In addition, our Year 5/6 students have been busy preparing for GALA Day. They have been practising the team sports they will compete in, including Volleybounce, Cricket, and Hot Shots Tennis. Students have been learning new rules, developing their skills, and building teamwork as they train in their teams. There has been great enthusiasm on the court and field as students grow in confidence and sportsmanship ahead of the big day.

Here are some of the other highlights in the Year 5/6 area over the last two weeks:

I liked learning about some of the jobs that people had in Britain during history this week. 

- Olivia A

I have enjoyed learning about the activities that we are going to be doing at camp. 

- Patch E

I liked writing a narrative about a girl who sees footprints for NAPLAN. 

- Lacey T

In class, we have been learning persuasive writing and we have been learning about England in the olden days. In Maths, we have been doing NAPLAN practice to get us ready so we are prepared. 

- Aubree B

We have been learning about England in the 1800s during Integrated Studies, and how people were divided into classes: upper class, middle class and working class. In Writing, we have been learning about writing narratives and persuasive texts. In Music, we have been learning to play the drums. In Maths, we have been learning about shapes. 

- Cruze F

During the last two weeks, we have been doing persuasive and narratives in Writing, and I have been getting better at it. For P.E., we have been playing dodgeball, and it has been really fun and entertaining. In STEAM, we have been making our own claymation, and it has been really cool. So far, this year has been great. 

- Thomas W

Celebrating our Students

Students are nominated by their teachers to receive a certificate of acknowledgment. The below students' certificates will be presented at our next assembly. 

5/6A - Miss Dixon & Mrs Smith

Xander H

For an excellent introduction in his persuasive writing. 

Xavier R

For outstanding writing for his Integrated Studies letter. 

5/6B - Mr Hanley

Taylor A

For striving to achieve her best in all activities!

Jai F 

For being such a supportive student to his peers!

56C - Mrs Macrae

Jasmine L

For having amazing aim in the First Aid room. Your resilience was something to be proud of!