From the Head of Senior School

The year has begun with a wonderful sense of positivity and purpose across the Senior School. I want to congratulate all students on an excellent start; they have approached the new year with enthusiasm and have settled quickly into productive routines. Our new wellbeing structures and Compass classes have also commenced smoothly, creating a strong foundation for the months ahead. My thanks go to all staff and students for their hard work and support in ensuring such a calm and successful beginning to the year. We look forward to building on this momentum as 2026 continues to unfold. 

Swimming carnival 

Congratulations to Brown House on their impressive victory at the recent Swimming Carnival. Thanks must go to all staff for their organisation, commitment and support throughout what was an incredibly hot day; your efforts ensured an enjoyable experience for all students. 

The Championship Swimming Carnival will take place on Friday 27 February from 1.00pm–6.00 pm at the School's Eric Solling Pool, with a list of successful competitors to be published by the end of the week. 

Senior School House Swimming Carnival Results 2026 

1st BROWN 620 

2nd GORDON 604 

3rd RICHARDS 545 

4th BLACKMAN 509 

5th DOUGLAS 482 

6th MCLACHLAN 466 

7th DEAN 465 

8th WILLIAMS 414 

Digital Citizenship 

A new Digital Citizenship Agreement for students will be released this week via EdSmart, with parents receiving the form by email. It will also be available on the Hub and the school website. Students will review and acknowledge the agreement during Community Time, and parents are asked to confirm they have received it and discussed the key expectations with their child. Section 3.5 of the agreement states: “I understand class time is learning time. I will not play games, listen to music, or watch movies, television shows, or videos online unless as part of a lesson or study period activity.” In line with this, the school campus, including the library and other common areas, is now a gaming free zone during the school day. These expectations support a focused learning environment and help reinforce positive digital habits for all students. 

View the policy here: Student Digital Citizenship Agreement 

School Photos 

Senior School photos were taken on Wednesday 4 February. Parents and carers can place orders using the details provided below. Please place your order by Monday 9 February 2026.

Mobile Phones 

Key reminders for students: 

• Phones must remain off and stored in lockers. 
• Smart watches, earbuds and similar devices may not be used for communication or entertainment. 
• Limited checks at recess/lunch may occur with Head Mentor approval. 
• Breaches result in confiscation and Friday detention. 

Link to policy: Mobile Phone Policy 

Key Term 1 Dates 

• Wednesday 4 February: School Photos 
• Friday 13 February: Summer Sport Photos 
• Friday 13 February: Year 7 and Year 12 Face to Face Parent Teacher Interviews 
• Friday 13 February: “Icebreakers” Parent evening  
• Monday 16 February: Year 7 and Year 12 Online Parent Teacher Interviews 
• Saturday 7 March: Kinross Wolaroi School Country Fair
• Tuesday 31 March: House Cross Country 
• Thursday 23 April: House Athletics Carnival 
• Thursday 2 April: Pupil Free Day / Boarders Travel 
• Friday 3 April – Monday 20 April: Term 1 Holidays

Compulsory 2026 School Events 

• Friday 24 September: Year 12 Graduation 
• Thursday 3 December: Speech Day 

Camp Schedule 2026: