Middle School

Middle School term 1 highlights

Our middle school students at Aberfoyle Park High School have settled in well and are actively engaging in a range of lunchtime clubs, creating opportunities to connect with others and contribute positively to our school community. It has been wonderful to see our year 7 students continuing to learn the routines and expectations of high school and growing in confidence as they find their place within APHS.

Year 7 and year 9 students have just finished this year's NAPLAN testing, and it has been great to see students approach the assessments positively with strong participation across the year levels.

Article by Laryssa Montgomery | Assistant Principal Middle School | Year 7-12 Wellbeing

Aberfoyle Park High School Open Night

We would love to invite prospective 2027 families and students to our Open Night on Tuesday, 31 March 2026. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to explore our facilities, meet our dedicated staff, and find out more about the learning programs and opportunities available at Aberfoyle Park High School. We look forward to welcoming you and showcasing how our school supports every student to thrive.

For further details, please refer to the flyer below.

Is your child taking up the challenge in 2026?

The Premier’s Reading Challenge (PRC) is back for 2026, encouraging students to deepen their love of reading. If your child is participating this year, here’s some important information to help you get prepared:

• Student Reading Records - Reading records are available from your child’s teacher or the school PRC contact person—generally located in the school library. If you are unsure who to ask, please speak with your child’s teacher.

   

• The Challenge - All students are asked to read a total of 12 books.
  • Years 7 to 9 students: 4 books must be chosen from the Challenge lists, with 8 of their own choice.

  • Years 10 to 12 students: Students can select all 12 books themselves, including prescribed texts and other relevant study materials.

     

• Record Keeping - Remind your child to record each book they read, have their teacher or PRC contact sign it off, and ensure the completed record is handed in by Friday, 4 September.

By supporting your child in the Challenge, you are helping them develop a strong reading habit and a lifelong love of books. For more details, visit our school website or speak to our library staff.

Parliament House excursion

During week 5, classes 801 to 804 travelled into the city for an educational tour of Parliament House, guided by our local Member of Parliament, Erin Thompson. After meeting us on the steps, Ms Thompson led us through the historic building, pointing out statues and paintings of former premiers and significant South Australians.

Highlights of the tour included visiting the House of Assembly Chamber, where students participated in a lively mock debate on the topic of banning homework. Students took on roles such as Speaker of the House, Premier, and front and back bench MPs, sparking plenty of spirited discussion and a valuable insight into the workings of our government.

We also visited the Legislative Council Chamber, learning about its place in the building’s history, having been constructed fifty years after the original section. The tour continued into the Parliamentary Library, home to books dating back to the 1600s, along with fascinating old maps and globes. The excursion concluded in the original Parliament House building next door, which dates back to 1843.

Students thoroughly enjoyed the experience and gained important knowledge about civics and citizenship. It was a wonderful opportunity to see democracy in action and better understand how our state government operates.

Article by Chris Jones | HASS Coordinator

Year 7 camp at AFL Max: building friendships and lasting memories

Our year 7 students recently enjoyed an action-packed school camp at AFL Max, with a program focused on team building, personal growth, and making new friends. 

Throughout the day, students participated in a range of group challenges and activities designed to strengthen teamwork and cooperation. These experiences not only developed their collaboration and communication skills, it also helped them form new friendships and build school spirit.

After a busy day of team building, students enjoyed a well-earned dinner followed by a movie night. There was a wonderful sense of camaraderie as everyone settled into their sleeping bags, ready for a good night's rest.

The following morning, students headed to Wigley Reserve at Glenelg, where they relaxed together and shared a classic camp lunch of pies and sausage rolls. The camp concluded with the journey back to school, with lots of tired, but happy, students after a memorable two days.

A huge thank you to all the staff who volunteered their time to supervise and support our students during camp. Your commitment ensured a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.