Principal Report

Dear Parents and Friends

Student Performances

Congratulations to Leo, Ted, Freyja, Aidan, Zuri, Walter, Joe, Jack, Archie and Eve who all performed to a packed room last night. It was wonderful to see each of these students share their musical talents. Well done all! 

Cubby House Update 

Over the last 6 months, we have worked to try and engage a builder to take on this project. Unfortunately, in these busy times of developments taking place across the North East, we were unable to get quotes for this project. 

However, the Men’s Shed has welcomed the opportunity to take on this project and build us a Cubby House. This will be slightly different to the original design, whilst still providing a play space for our students.  

As we will have leftover funds from our fundraising, we will look to use these for further development of our yard. This is an agenda item for the School Council this Monday evening, and the Social/ Fundraising group will also be consulted with staff. Please let me know if you have any thoughts or questions. 

I would like to formally thank David Garcia and Alex Keady for all the work they have put in with the design, drawings and management of this project. They put in a lot of time, and it is very much appreciated. 

Magnify Focus 

What is the Science of Learning? 

In Week 1 of Term 2, all staff across our diocese took part in three days of rich professional learning with Dr Jared Cooney Horvath, focusing on the Science of Learning. Throughout 2025, we will be sharing regular insights and reflections for families to consider, with the hope that these shared understandings can strengthen the partnership between school and home in support of each child’s learning journey. 

To begin, it’s important we clarify what we mean when we say the Science of Learning. The Science of Learning is a growing field of research that helps us, as educators and parents, understand how human beings learn most effectively. Drawing on evidence from neuroscience, psychology, linguistics, education, artificial intelligence and philosophy, it offers us practical, research-informed strategies that support learning, build memory, and develop expertise. These “best bets” can be applied not only in classrooms, but in homes and everyday life, supporting children and adults alike to keep learning, growing and thriving. 

In the meantime, if you would like to learn a little more about the science of learning, please see the following link: Science of Learning Basics in 3 Minutes 

Regional Cross Country 

Congratulations to Oscar, Polly and Millie who participated in the regional level of Cross-Country last Friday. It was a great day for the run, and they all did really well. We wish Millie all the best in moving to the state-level competition.