Swimming Carnival 2026
We are fast approaching our 2026 House Swimming Carnival, which will take place next week, on Tuesday 10th of February, at the Croydon Outdoor Memorial Pool.
Wantirna’s House Carnivals are always a highlight for our school year, and no doubt in 2026 it is going to be another memorable day. Please read the following important information:
Consent: This is a compulsory whole school event. Consent must be gained via the compass event by 11:50pm Mon 9 Feb. The event is called “House Swimming Carnival Consent Form 2026”. Thanks to the many students that have already consented - over 600 so far! If you are yet to consent, please make sure this is completed by the due date. There is no cost involved.
Location: Students will meet at Wantirna College in their allocated room at 8:45am. This can be found on Compass along with the teacher in charge of marking the roll. The carnival will be held at Croydon Outdoor Memorial Pool, corner of Hewish Rd & Springfield Ave.
Uniform: Dress up in your House colours, but a reminder to be in suitable clothing to participate in swimming events.
Rees = Red
Byrne = Blue
Collier = Yellow,
Mason = Green
Traditionally, our Year 12 students dress in costume to celebrate their last Swimming Carnival. We can't wait to see their fun ideas!
Medical Equipment: Students will be required to bring their own medical equipment (e.g. EpiPens) on the day. Please speak to the Health Centre if you have any medical concerns.
Dismissal Process: Any student who wishes to leave from the venue MUST have parent permission on compass by 11:59pm Mon 9 Feb and MUST be picked up by their OWN parent/guardian on the day.
If this is not done prior, your child will not be allowed to leave the venue. All other students will be bussed back to the college before being dismissed upon arrival at school.
Program: Events include the 50m Freestyle, Backstroke and Breaststroke. In addition to many exciting novelty events that we encourage all students to take part in. Remember: Participation = Points for your House!
Raffle: After a successful trial in 2025, and to encourage greater participation at this year’s carnival, each time a student participates in an event they will not only earn House points, they will also receive an entry into the raffle to win a $10 canteen voucher. You have to be in it to win it!
House Points: Are earned for wearing House Colours, participating in events and if you swim in a race event, the higher you place, the more points you earn for your House! Which House will win in 2026?
Any questions/concerns/ideas please email me!
Matt Burleigh
Sports Coordinator