Spotlight on Learning

Dear Families,

It has been another fantastic week in Foundation! Our students have continued to show wonderful perseverance and enthusiasm for learning, tackling new challenges with confidence and determination. We are proud of the way they consistently demonstrate respect towards their peers and teachers while making safe, responsible and thoughtful choices throughout the school day. It has been lovely to see their confidence, independence and positive attitudes continue to grow.

Our students had a wonderful time participating in the Planks Incursion! Through imaginative play and creative problem solving, students worked together to transform simple wooden planks into exciting creations and adventures. The experience encouraged curiosity, teamwork and innovation while providing opportunities for students to demonstrate our school values. It was fantastic to see students showing respect, responsibility and kindness as they collaborated, shared ideas and celebrated each other's creativity.

Learning for the Week Ahead

Religious Education:

Next week in Religious Education, students will be learning about the importance of sharing and caring for others. Through stories, discussions and activities, they will explore how sharing food can help people feel included, supported and valued. Students will also learn to be thankful for the food and the natural world that God has provided, and discuss ways they can care for creation in their everyday lives. 

English:

Next week we will be reading 'Napangardi's Bush Tucker Walk’ by Lyndall Stavenow. This book is a story about a young girl named Napangardi who goes on a walk with her family to collect bush tucker, which is food gathered from nature. Along the way, readers learn about different traditional Aboriginal foods and the importance of caring for the land. The story celebrates Aboriginal culture, family connections, and respect for Country through simple language and engaging illustrations.

During explicit phonics instructions, we will focus on the /w/ sound.

We introduce sounds based on the Little Learners Love Literacy book 'Milo's Birthday Surprise'.

Mathematics:

Next week in Mathematics, students will continue developing their number sense through subitising. They will practise recognising small quantities without counting and learn to identify parts within numbers to 5 and 10. These activities help students build confidence with numbers and develop a strong foundation for future mathematical learning.

Integrated Curriculum: 

Next week in Inquiry, students will be learning about the continents of Asia and Europe. They will explore where these continents are located on a world map, learn about some of the countries within them, and discover a variety of foods enjoyed by people from different cultures. Through discussions and learning activities, students will develop an appreciation for the diversity of cultures, traditions and foods found around the world.

Auslan:

Next week in Auslan, students will be learning the signs: Can I work with you?, Can I watch with you?, Can I read with you?, Can I start?, Sorry, I am writing a story.

What you can do at home

• Read or watch the weekly book with your child at home (there is often a read aloud on youtube. Talk about what the book's most important ideas are. Point to words that begin with our focus sound/s
  • Ask comprehension questions as you read
  • "Point to where it shows...
  • "I wonder why.."
  • "What makes you think of that?"
  • "This reminds me of..."
  • "Show me where it says...”
  • "I didn't understand that part, so I'll reread it."
  • use a mix of Who, What, When, Where, Why and How questions based on the book.
• Ask you child to retell the story using their own words
• Talk about who the characters are and/or where the story is happening
• Practise handwriting using the visuals provided
• Take the idea around Mathematics and incorporate it into your everyday routines. For example, if we are learning about directions, ask your child if they are turning left or right in the car when driving.

Important Reminders

• Friday 19th June, 2026 - Students are invited to wear their nice party clothes to school and to bring in a party lunch box to help celebrate Milo's Birthday Surprise!

• Students are encouraged to participate in the Premier’s Reading Challenge.

Stickers with usernames and passwords have been placed on the back of the Little Learners Love Literacy tag on your child’s reader pouch. A bookmark containing a QR code linking directly to the challenge website has also been placed inside your child’s reader pouch.

Alternatively, families can access the website using the link below:

• Please ensure that you are labelling your child's belongings.

• Can we please ask for a pair of socks and underwear to be placed in the front zip pocket of your child's school bag in case of a toileting accident.

Enjoy your weekend,

The Galilee Team

Contact Us @ Galilee

galilee@cranbourneeast.catholic.edu.au  (all teachers) or