Primary News

Semester 2 Co-curricular/Group Photos

Co-Curricular/Group photos will be taken in Term 4 on Thursday 10 October. We will be sharing the schedule to parents and carers shortly. 

Student Free Day/QCAA Staff Day

The College will be closed on Friday 30 August for a Student Free Day/QCAA Staff Day.  Please ensure other arrangements have been made for your daughter/son on this day. 

Andrews Cup Basketball and Britton Shield Basketball

Please refer to the communication from the Sports Department. 

Book Week

Author Visit

Our students had an amazing time with Chris Collin, the author of the Funky Chicken books! His engaging presentations were expertly tailored to each age group, featuring fun music and dance interactions. Students also had the chance to kickstart their own writing projects, which we’re excited to continue in the classroom.

If you’d like to order signed copies of his unique musical picture books, it’s not too late! Follow the simple steps below, and your books will be delivered to the school:

1. Click on the link: https://www.trybooking.com/CSKBS
2. Click the orange "BOOK NOW" button to select and order your books.

Premier’s Reading Challenge

This week marks the conclusion of the Queensland Premier's Reading Challenge. Congratulations to everyone who has completed the challenge! We’ve had a record number of participants this year, with over 1,500 books read so far. If you haven’t already submitted your completed forms, please hand them in to Mrs. Bryan by the end of this week.

Upcoming Events

Book Week Character Parade

We look forward to our much-enjoyed Book Week Character Parade for Pre-Prep to Year 6 on Friday 23 August. Students may come dressed as their favourite book character (closed in footwear, appropriate for the playground must be worn). If students have HPE on that day, please bring your PE gear. The Theme for this year's Book Week is Reading is Magic!  

Date: Friday 23 August 

Time: 9:00am – 9:45am

Where: Assembly Hall (all families are welcome)   

All students are encouraged to participate in our informal parade. Please note that staff will not be reading out names or character costumes during the event. Instead, students will share their individual books and characters within their classes this year.

Larrikin Books Book Fair

We are hosting a Book Fair with Larrikin House from 3 September to 5 September. Classes will attend the fair during their library session and will have the opportunity to make a ‘wish list’; younger students will receive help with this. The wish lists will then be sent home so you can review them. 

You will be able to review your child’s choices and pre-order online using click & collect at https://larrikinhouse.com.au/collections/book-fair-range  

You will also have the option to purchase items at the Book Fair in person with credit card payments, before school at 7:30am to 8:00am or after school at 3:15pm to 4:15pm on Thursday 5 September. 

If you would like to donate a new book to our school library, please choose from the ‘Teacher’s Choice’ section at the Book Fair. 

Larrikin Book Fairs - Top 200 Click & Collect Ordering

Order your books from the 'Book Fair Top 200' range by following these important steps:

1. Order Only from the 'Book Fair Top 200' Range: Ensure you select items exclusively from this collection.
2. Add Your Child’s Details: In the cart, include your child’s name and class in the 'Click & Collect Information' field.
3. Select 'Click & Collect' at Checkout: Choose this option as your shipping method.
4. Choose Your School: Carefully select your school name from the list.
5. Print Your Order Confirmation: After placing your order, print the confirmation email and return it to your child’s class teacher as proof of purchase. If the books are available immediately, they will be given to your child; otherwise, please expect a wait for delivery to the school.

For ordering, visit: Larrikin Book Fairs - Top 200

Festival of Fathers

Please note that the RSVP has been extended to Friday 23 August. Registrations are essential. 

Father's Day Stall

P&F Friends of Primary are proud to present the Father's Day Stall 2024! You are invited to purchase tokens for all the important Father-figures in your life, whether they are Fathers, Grandfathers, or other special individuals.

We will be operating a cashless stall again this year, and you can purchase tokens for your child to spend at the Father's Day Stall. Gifts will be offered at $5, $10, $15, $20, and $25. You can purchase any amount and combination of tokens for your child to spend at the stall. 

Date: Wednesday 28 August 2024 

Purchase Tokens: Use the link below and please note that token purchases close on 23 August 2024

Catalogue of Gifts: Available at the link below.

Primary Debating Round 2

The second round of QDU Primary debates is set for Wednesday 28 August, with debates scheduled at 6:00pm and 6:45pm. We are excited to host this round at Clayfield College.

RUOK? Day

Clayfield College will celebrate RUOK? Day on 11 September 2024 this year. It’s a day dedicated to highlighting the importance of meaningful conversations, building friendships, and sharing daily challenges with trusted friends. Let’s come together to support and uplift each other.

All students are encouraged to wear a yellow accessory with their school uniform (either sport or formal, depending on their timetable) in support of RUOK? Day.

Canberra Tour

The Year 6 Canberra Tour departs on Monday 9 September and will return on Thursday 12 September.

Last Day of Term 3

Please note the last day of Term 3 is on Thursday 12 September.

The Big Chop

On Friday 4 October, Meghan Guthrie-Quinn and Tia Tyler (Year 11 students) will be running the Clayfield Big Chop! The Kids Cancer Project’s Lose Your Locks Campaign encourages people to sponsor others to cut their hair. By taking part in the Big Chop, or sponsoring others, you will be helping researchers develop kids' cancer treatments, give kids their childhoods back or allow their confidence to be restored with a life changing wig. The minimum donation of hair is 20cm. If your child is interested in having their hair cut by our on-site hairdresser, please fill out the survey form attached.  

If you would rather keep your locks, we would love for you, your family and friends to donate to our Clayfield Big Chop Campaign Page, all of the funds go towards the Kids' Cancer Project. Thank you for your support! 

Crazy Sock and Hair Day

Crazy Sock and Hair Day is a vibrant and engaging event aimed at raising awareness and funds for childhood cancer research. This fun-filled day not only promotes self-expression but also fosters community spirit among schools, workplaces, and sports clubs. 

Crazy Sock and Hair Day is not just about looking silly; it's about coming together as a community to support children in need, making it a day filled with laughter, creativity, and compassion!

Students are encouraged to go crazy for a cause and express their creativity by sporting the wildest hairstyles and the most colourful, mismatched socks on 4 October!

Clayfield Swimming - Learn to Swim Program 

Upcoming Events