Junior School, South Plympton

On this page:  2027 Junior School Classes, Year 5 Camp at Willow Creek, Year 2 Sleepover, ELC - 2 Sports Day, Physical Education in Foundation, Creative Industries Night, Upcoming Events

A note on 2027 Junior School Classes

As we begin planning classes for next year, our Junior School teachers invest considerable time, care and prayer into creating balanced classes in which every child can learn and flourish. We consider many factors, including learning needs, friendships and the combinations of students that will support a positive classroom environment. 

Children will communicate with their teachers over the next couple of weeks which friends they would like to have in their class with them in 2027. We explain to them that they will have at least one of these nominated learning friends with them. Where possible, we also seek to provide students with a different teacher from this year. To allow us to balance all of these considerations fairly, we respectfully ask parents not to request particular teachers or specific student friendship combinations.

Over the coming weeks, you can support this process by having positive conversations with your child about the year ahead. Encourage them to see a new class not simply in terms of “Which teacher will I get?” or “Who will be in my class?”, but as an opportunity to grow, strengthen existing friendships and form new ones. Things will not always look exactly as we imagined, and learning to navigate change with confidence and optimism is an important part of growing up. Your encouragement at home can make a real difference in helping your child enter 2027 feeling positive about the possibilities ahead

Blessings,

Liz Hinrichsen

Head of Junior School, South Plympton

Year 5 Camp at Willow Creek

Our Year 5 students recently returned from an unforgettable three-day camp at Willow Creek.

From surfing/body boarding, biking the scenic path from Middleton to Port Elliot, to team games, damper making, and billycart racing – the fun never stopped! The weather was beautiful during the kayaking, bush survival and raft building at Encounter Lakes.

It was such a great camp, and the students had a great time!

Year 2 Sleepover at School

Our Year 2 students enjoyed an exciting sleepover filled with fun, friendship and new experiences. After settling into their beds in the EPAC, they shared pizza for dinner before joining in the Nature Play Mini Feast. 

Ice blocks were a welcome treat before everyone changed into their pyjamas and snuggled up to watch Finding Dory on the big screen, with popcorn and chips to enjoy.

We ended the evening with prayers before settling down to sleep. The next morning brought packing up, fruit for breakfast and happy reunions with families. What a wonderful opportunity to build confidence and create memories!

Michelle Pieterse

Year 2 Sleepover

ELC - Year 2 Sports Day

We had beautiful weather for our annual ELC–Year 2 Sports Day at the Western Youth Oval. It was wonderful to see so many parents and grandparents cheering on our students and sharing in the fun!

Students enthusiastically participated in a variety of tabloid events, including an egg-and-spoon race, AFL kick, beanbag toss and hurdles. The excitement continued with individual sprint races, as every child eagerly raced towards the finish line. There were so many smiles, encouragement, and wonderful moments of participation!

Afterwards, families enjoyed the sausage sizzle fundraiser or shared a picnic together. A big thank you to our PE department and the Emmaus community for helping make the day such a memorable occasion.

Physical Education in Foundation

At the ELC-Sports Day

Foundation Were

Foundation Herrmann

Growing through Movement

At Emmaus, our Foundation students enjoy two PE lessons each week in the gym or on the oval, as well as opportunities to play outdoors during recess and lunch. Throughout the year, selected students participate in our Let’s Get Moving program to further develop their gross motor skills. 

At the end of Term 3, all Foundation students also took part in Water Safety Week, learning important skills for staying safe in and around water.

It is lovely to hear how students enjoy being active with their families outside of school, too. These experiences help build confidence, develop physical skills, and foster a lifelong love of movement. As we continue to learn, grow and challenge ourselves, we are reminded: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13

Sandra Were and Taylah Herrmann

Foundation Teachers

Creative Industries Night

The Junior School students showcased a beautiful array of music, dance and artwork at the inaugural Creative Industries Night!

Students from Years 2 to 6 participated in various ways, creating a memorable evening that celebrated learning in all its forms. The Year 3/4 Choir performed on the oval and students and shared their artwork with our community

Congratulations to all involved and thank you to everyone who attended and supported our students. 

Upcoming Events

Term 4