Upcoming events 

The Prep students are very excited to announce that they are going to become parents to their very own baby chicks and eggs on the 17th July! 

As part of our science unit this term students are going to hatch the eggs and care for the chicks. They will learn about the needs of living things and life cycles. 

On the 27th and 28th July any chicks the Prep students hatch (approx. 12 chicks) will be available to be picked up for adoption. If you are interested, please read the information below and contact somerville.ps@education.vic.gov.au in the school office to register your interest.

Adoptees please be aware of these key points: 

Ø Although chicks are layer strain, 50% will be hens and 50% will be roosters. Once chicks have been taken from the school, they cannot be returned.  

Ø We are unable to tell if chicks are male or female. 

Ø Prospective owners are responsible for checking council regulations regarding keeping a backyard flock (councils vary) and for re-homing roosters. 

Ø Chicks must go to homes in pairs or more as they are flock birds. This applies to those who already own chickens as well as first time owners. 

Ø Take Home Packs will be available and it is recommended that those new to keeping backyard chickens purchase one of these packs please speak to the office staff to order this and arrange payment.

Ø Chicks will be available to take home on the 27th and 28th July. 

More information regarding Adopting Chicks is available on the website, www.hennypennyhatching.com.au 

Please read Ethical Issues and Adopting Chicks on the website above before committing yourself to adopting chicks. 

The breeds used for producing eggs for the programme are Australorp, New Hampshire Sussex, Black and White Leghorn, and Lohmanns.