Events and Save the Date
Junior School Open Day - Friday 12 September 2025
Parents and Carers of Preparation to Year 6 Students are warmly invited to attend our 2025 Junior School Open Day.
Please see our Junior School Open Day Program below - please check this newsletter in the coming week for any updates.
Year 6 Parent Morning Tea at Junior School Open Day - Friday 12 September 2025 - 10.30 - 10.50am - Music Centre Foyer
Year 2 Excursion to Clifton Gardens - Monday 15 September 2025
An excursion to Clifton Gardens in Mosman has been organised for students in Year 2 on Monday 15 September, 2025.
Students will travel by bus to and from Clifton Gardens. Students are to arrive at school at the normal time for roll call and will leave by coach shortly after.
Students will return to school at approximately 2:45pm in time for carline collection or their usual Extra Curricular activities.
On this excursion, students should wear their full Sports Uniform, including their sports hat, yellow ribbon, coloured polo shirt and zip jacket (no fleeces are to be worn without a zip jacket, and track pants may be worn over shorts if the weather is cold). In case of inclement weather, please pack a Kambala Raincoat.
Please ensure your daughter has applied sunscreen before leaving home in the morning.
PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO CANTEEN ORDERS ON THIS DAY - STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING ALL THEIR FOOD AND WATER FOR THE DAY IN THEIR BLACK KAMBALA EXCURSION BAG.
The person organising this excursion is Diane Jones.
diane_jones@kambala.nsw.edu.au
Re: Medications needed on the day
It is School Policy that all students with Anaphylaxis, Asthma and any medical condition requiring Epi Pens, Asthma puffers, specific medications and/or food, bring these items on the day.
The students with known Anaphylaxis and severe allergies must have 2 x Epi Pens before they board the bus before any school outings. Students with known Asthma must have their Ventolin puffer before they board the bus.
Students should not attend if displaying any symptoms of illness.
Year 5 Excursion "Dissecting Geometry" at the Sydney Opera House - Tuesday 16 September 2025
An excursion to Sydney Opera House - "Dissecting Geometry" - has been organised for students in Year 5 on Tuesday 16 September, 2025.
A permission form has already been sent to parents to complete.
Students will travel by bus to and from Sydney Opera House. Girls are to arrive at school by 8.25am for normal roll call and will proceed to the buses thereafter. Students will return to school at 2:45pm in time for the usual carline collection or Extra Curricular activities.
Students are required to bring their own recess, lunch and water bottle with them in their black Kambala excursion bag.
PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO CANTEEN LUNCHES ON THIS DAY.
On this excursion, students should wear their full school winter uniform that includes their blazers, panama hats, yellow ribbons and polished black school shoes.
The person organising this excursion is Ms Leanne Clark. Please contact me directly should you have any questions, on leanne_clark@kambala.nsw.edu.au.
Junior School Mufti Day in Support of the Kids Cancer Project - Friday 19 September 2025
Our Year 6 students are excited to host a Mufti Day to raise funds for The Kids’ Cancer Project, a charity dedicated to supporting vital research and improving the lives of children with cancer.
On Friday 19 September, all students from Preparation to Year 6 are invited to wear mufti and bring a gold coin donation.
Together, we can make a meaningful contribution while empowering our students to lead with courage, curiosity and humanity.
We thank you for your support in helping our Year 6 leaders make a difference.
Years 5 and 6 Incursion - "Celebrating Global Mindedness" – Formosa Melody Workshop - Tuesday 23 September 2025
As part of our commitment to Global Mindedness, students in Years 5 and 6 will take part in a special cultural incursion on Tuesday, 23 September. We are delighted to welcome Formosa Melody, a visiting music group from Taiwan, who will share their rich cultural heritage through music and performance.
This workshop will give students the chance to experience Taiwanese traditions in an engaging and interactive way, complementing their Mandarin studies and broadening their understanding of our global community. We look forward to celebrating this exciting event together.
Year 1 Excursion Sydney Tramway Museum - Wednesday 15 October 2025
We're excited to announce that our Year 1 students will be taking a step back in time on Wednesday 15 October 2025 with a visit to the Sydney Tramway Museum.
Parents and Carers will receive a permission form to complete and further information in the coming days.
On this excursion, students should wear their Sports uniform including their house polo shirt, sports shorts, zip sports jacket (NO FLEECES are to be worn and track pants only over shorts if the weather is cold) sports cap, yellow ribbons and sneakers. Please be sure to apply sunscreen prior to leaving the house in the morning.
Students will leave school at 8.30am and return to school at 3.00pm and are required to bring all food and water for the day in their black Kambala excursion bag. Please ensure your daughter arrives to school on time by 8.25am on this day!
No canteen lunch orders will be available on the day. The students will return on time to school for usual carline collection or Extra Curricular activities.
We require two (2) parent volunteers on this day. If you would like to attend this excursion to assist with the student groups, please email
melina_sallos@kambala.nsw.edu.au
The teachers organising this excursion are Susan Kinninmont, Gill Nahum, Lucy Saunders and Daniela Lucas. Please contact us directly should you have any questions, on susan_kinninmont@kambala.nsw.edu.au
Year 3 Drama Puppetry Incursion - Wednesday 15 October 2025
In this hands-on workshop led by expert puppeteers from Monkey Baa Theatre Company, Year 3 students will design and craft their own unique puppets from paper and learn key puppetry techniques to bring them to life with expression and movement.
Year 3 Students are to wear their Sports Uniform on this day.
Year 5 Excursion - Bangarra Dance Theatre - Friday 17 October 2025 - Dawes Point, Sydney
A Drama excursion to Bangarra Dance Theatre has been organised for Year 5 students on Friday 17 October 2025 (Term 4, Week 1). Students will travel by private coach to and from Bangarra Dance Theatre located at Wharf 4/5, 15 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point.
A permission form has already been sent to parents for completion.
Students will be watching The Bogong’s Song: a call to Country which is a blend of storytelling, shadow puppetry, dance, and song created especially for primary-aged children. This performance will tie in beautifully with the 'Make your own Monologue' Term 4 unit of work which will commence after this show.
On this excursion, students should:
- Wear their full summer uniform (including blazer, panama hats, yellow ribbons and polished black school shoes)
- Bring their black Kambala excursion bags
- Pack all food and water for the day - recess, lunch and a drink bottle - THERE WILL BE NO CANTEEN ORDERS AVAILABLE FOR YEAR 5 ON THIS DAY!
- All necessary medications (see below)
- Please apply sunscreen before coming to school in the morning
Students will leave school at 11:00am and return to school by 2:30pm in time for assembly followed by the usual carline collection or Extra Curricular activities.
The person organising this excursion is Anna Derrig. Please contact me directly should you have any questions, on anna_derrig@kambala.nsw.edu.au
Kindergarten Ranger Jamie Excursion Nielsen Park - Tuesday 21 October 2025
On Tuesday 21 October, Kindergarten students will be visiting Nielsen Park as part of their Geography Unit, People Live in Places. Students will engage in an outdoor learning experience which focuses on the relationship between people and their environments. They will explore natural settings at Nielsen Park and participate in hands-on activities, such as bush walking, bug catching, habitat building and waterway protection.
Students will travel by bus from Kambala to Nielsen Park.
On this excursion, students should wear their full sports uniform, including white polo shirt, shorts and yellow hat. Please apply SUNSCREEN prior to coming to school.
Students will leave school at 9.30am and return by 2.30pm and are required to bring their own recess, lunch and water bottle with them in their black Kambala excursion bag.
Please note- there will be no canteen orders on this day.
Massie Recital - Wednesday 30 October 2025 - 7.30am
The second Massie Recital of 2025 will be held on Wednesday 30 October at 7:30am, featuring performances from Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 students who are currently enrolled in private music lessons at school.
The recital provides a valuable opportunity for our young musicians to showcase their progress and gain performance experience in a supportive environment.
Year 6 Camp Somerset - Monday 3 - Thursday 6 November 2025
We are delighted to announce the Year 6 Somerset Camp is taking place from Monday 3 - Thursday 6 November, 2025.
Somerset Outdoor Learning Centre, Colo has been offering Outdoor Programs to school students since the early 1980's. As an industry leader with over 35 years of expertise, Somerset offers a unique blend of learning experiences, outdoor facilities and activities delivered in a professionally managed Outdoor Education Program.
Information for parents, permission, dietary and medical forms as well as equipment lists will be sent to parents next week in time for the Spring break to ensure families have ample time to organise their campers!
Term 3 and Term 4 Key Dates
- Junior School Open Day - Friday 12 September 2025
- Year 2 Excursion to Clifton Gardens - Monday 15 September 2025
- Year 5 Excursion Dissecting Geometry at the Sydney Opera House - Tuesday 16 September 2025
- Junior School Parent Teacher Zoom Interviews - Monday 15 - Thursday 18 September 2025
- Junior School Mufti Day in Support of the Kids Cancer Project - Friday 19 September 2025
- Outfitters last day for Term 3 - Wednesday 24 September 2025
- End of Term 3 Junior School Church Services Thursday 25 September 2025
- Term 3 Concludes - Thursday 25 September 2025
- Term 4 Commences - Tuesday 14 October 2025
- Year 1 Excursion Sydney Tramway Museum - Wednesday 15 October 2025
- Year 3 Drama Puppetry Incursion - Wednesday 15 October 2025
- Year 5 Excursion - Bangarra Dance Theatre - Friday 17 October 2025
- Kindergarten Ranger Jamie Excursion Nielsen Park - Tuesday 21 October 2025
- Massie Recital - Wednesday 30 October 2025
- Year 6 Camp Somerset - Monday 3 - Thursday 6 November 2025