Junior School Bulletin

It was wonderful to see all our Years 2 to 6 students competing in the Junior School Interhouse Cross Country this week. The enthusiasm, determination and sportsmanship displayed across all age groups was a real highlight and reflected the strong spirit of our Junior School community. A sincere thank you to all staff involved for their organisation and support in making the event such a success, and to the many parents and caregivers who came along to cheer on the students. 

Semester 1 Co‑Curricular / Group Photos

A reminder that Semester 1 co‑curricular and group photographs will take place during Week 7, from Tuesday 2 to Thursday 4 June 2026. 

As mentioned previously, the dates have been adjusted slightly to ensure Year 6 students are able to be included, as they will be attending Year 6 Camp from 3 to 5 June. 

Further information and a detailed schedule will be shared closer to the time. 

Brisbane City Council – Safer Schools Program

A reminder that Clayfield College is participating in Brisbane City Council’s Safer Schools Program during Term 2, supporting safe parking practices and compliance with local traffic regulations during busy drop‑off and pick‑up times. 

We ask all parents, carers and visitors to please follow all road rules and parking signage when around the school. Parking legally and safely helps maintain calm traffic flow and, most importantly, keeps our students, families and wider community safe. Thank you for your continued cooperation and support. 

Junior School Term 2 Assemblies

Thank you to all parents and caregivers who were able to attend the assembly this week, and sincere thanks to 6B for their thoughtful and engaging presentation on ANZAC Day. Congratulations also to our Class Leaders who were presented with their certificates, their badges will be distributed shortly. 

A reminder of the remaining Junior School assemblies for the term is provided below. Please note that Week 6 is for Prep to Year 3 families only, and the Semester 1 Co‑Curricular Assembly has moved from Week 8 to Week 9. Please find the adjusted details below:

 P&F Mother’s Day Stall

Our Annual P&F Mother’s Day Stall will take place on Friday 8 May 2026. 

Students from Pre‑Prep to Year 6 will visit the stall during the school day and take their gifts home at the end of the day. The stall will feature a range of gifts priced between $5 and $20, purchased using pre‑purchased vouchers. 

Please see the Upcoming Events section for further details and to make voucher purchases. 

P&F Junior School Disco and BBQ

The P&F Junior School Disco and BBQ will be held on Friday 22 May 2026, from 5.00 to 7.00pm. 

This community event is for Pre‑Prep to Year 6 students and their families. The Junior Disco is open to Clayfield College Junior School students and siblings of current Junior School students. Numbers are limited and registration is essential. 

Please see the Upcoming Events section for further details and ticket purchases. 

Uniform Reminder

As previously communicated, Term 2 includes a transition to the Winter Uniform. The timing of this change will be confirmed shortly; however, with the weather beginning to cool, we ask families to please ensure students have their Winter Uniform ready for the transition. A one‑week transition period will apply, during which students may wear either Summer or Winter Uniform. 

Thank you for your continued support in ensuring students are dressed appropriately as the cooler months approach. 

Uniform Policy - Hair

Families are reminded to please ensure students’ hairstyles align with the Clayfield College Uniform Policy, including expectations around neatness, length and appropriate hair accessories. Thank you for your ongoing support in upholding uniform standards.

Junior School Clubs Term 2

Please see the timetable below for Junior School Clubs on offer this term. If your child wishes to attend a particular club please encourage them to make a note in their diary so they remember to attend.

Junior School Chess

Our partner provider, Chess Mates, have been enjoying their weekly lessons in Year 4 this Semester, as well as strong attendance in their after-school program. To add to the fun and continue to hone our strategies and skills, Chess mates are offering a day of chess-filled excitement for interested students in Years 2 to 6. 

The competition will run on Thursday 11 June 2026. Registration is FREE for this friendly event - win or lose, every game is a chance to learn and grow as a chess player, all while enjoying the day. Medals will be awarded at the end of the event. 

How to Register: 

To secure your spot in our Term 2 Chess Competition, please reach out to Miriam Bryan, mbryan@clayfiled.qld.edu.au.  

Under 8s Day Activities

Friday 15 May 2026  

Our Pre-Prep to Year 3 students look forward to a morning of fun and play during school on Friday 15 May in lessons 1 and 2 to celebrate Under Eights Week. Our teachers and support staff have preparations under way for a wonderful selection of games and activities that will be available in our classrooms and playgrounds. Students are invited to come to school in their HPE uniforms for the day.   

Year 5 Eureka Immersion Excursion

Last Friday, our Year 5 students stepped back in time just outside Beenleigh on a memorable Eureka Excursion, a unique historical experience. Set among thick bushland, student were fully immersed in a carefully recreated 1854 gold field township where learning came to life through hands-on experiences. Through role play, tent making, mapping and observation activities, students explored the daily realities of gold rush life as they bought licences, operated businesses, searched for gold and exchanged goods within a bustling, personalised township. Rather than simply learning about this period in Australia’s history, students experienced it firsthand, deepening their understanding of the past. The excursion highlighted the power of learning through experience, showing how active participation builds deeper knowledge, stronger engagement and lasting learning.