PRIMARY NEWS 

from the Assistant Principal  

Announcing Our 2026 Newton Navigators

We are thrilled to share that two of our Year 6 students have earned places in the 2026 Newton Navigator's Program. Archie and Athena were chosen for their exceptional results in recent and ongoing mathematics assessments and are among only 20 students selected from across the entire Armidale Diocese to take part in this amazing opportunity.

This innovative program, running for the very first time, utilises video conferencing to connect these high-achieving learners. It offers a unique opportunity for our students to engage with and be challenged by peers of a similarly high mathematical standard. We are incredibly proud of this achievement and look forward to seeing more of our students qualify for this program in the future as they continue to excel in mathematics.

ICAS Assessments

Within our school community, there are students who shine brightly, displaying exemplary dedication and academic talent. They deserve to be recognised, so again, this year we are giving students from Year 4 and above the opportunity to showcase and celebrate their talents in the world-renowned ICAS competition.

ICAS is an online academic competition that allows students to challenge their higher-order thinking and problem-solving skills in English, Mathematics and Science

ICAS results are in-depth and meaningful, and ICAS evaluates student performance against other competition entrants across the state and nation. The data reveals student strengths and weaknesses and can help you recognise and support your child's academic journey. 

If your child would like to participate in any of the ICAS assessments offered, please use the QR code below to register and pay. 

We are proud to host ICAS for our students this year and encourage you to consider entering your child. Please do not hesitate to contact me via the school office if you have any questions.  

2026 ICAS Parent Letter.docx

Aimee Gaias

Leader of Pedagogy and MaST   

UNE Voyager Discovery  

This Wednesday and Thursday our K-6 students will have the opportunity to participate in some hands-on science exploration with the 'Voyager Discovery' team from the University of New England (UNE). Be sure to ask your child on Wednesday or Thursday evening: "What was the most surprising thing you discovered today?"

State of Origin Colours Day

Students may wear the colours of the team they support with their school uniform on Wednesday 27 May. 

Go the Blues!

Parent Power up’s

Save the date Wednesday June 3 (Week 7) 2:50pm

#1 Early Reading - This high-impact, 20-minute information session is designed specifically for busy families. This "bite-sized" workshops will provide families of K-2 children with practical tools to support your child’s early reading journey.

Jump Rope for Heart - June 26

K-6 students are skipping! 

Jump Rope is a fantastic physical activity program run by the Heart Foundation that also raises funds for a worthy cause. By taking part, we aim to get our students active and moving, with skipping ropes available on the school grounds and encouragement for everyone to help raise funds for lifesaving research and support programs. Children may of course use their own ropes! The program will conclude with our school-wide ‘Jump Off Day’ on June 26, where you are invited to see your child show off their new skipping skills. When you register your child online, you will gain access to additional skipping resources, giving them a great reason to step away from screens and get outdoors. Register and create your own secure webpage at www.jumprope.org.au/parents. By signing up online, you and your child/ren can easily track skipping skill progress, earn virtual badges, post updates so family and friends can follow their journey, access additional skipping resources and raise funds. For more information, please visit www.jumprope.org.au/parents. 

Winter Uniform Transition

As the weather begins to cool, please note that students may transition to winter attire. During this time, students may choose to wear:

1. The full winter uniform; OR
2. The primary fleece or jacket over their existing summer uniform.

We kindly ask that you avoid mixing components (e.g., winter shirts with summer shorts), and please remember that the full winter uniform becomes compulsory for all students on 1 June.

3-6 Class Representatives 

Assembly Award Recipients

Congratulations to the following students who have received awards at assemblies:

Week 3 

Remy Norman, Alaska Gibbs, Dash McMahon, Zara De Stefani, Zoe Burdekin, Archie Wilson, Charlize Collins, Pyper Smith, Harley Horwood, Sophie Wait, Koby Colley, Baxter O’Brien, Mathew Daniel, Zahli Colley, Mia Cutmore, Harrison Fenton, Josephine Butcher, Myles Simpson, Hunter Will, Cohen James, Millie McPhee,Shayaan Narain, Ahaan Sujai, Hugo Devlin, Imogen Emerson-Sippel, Baz McDonald, Ollie Gaias, Ava Reynolds, Jayce Fenton, Seth Wheaton, Charlotte Clarke, Caiden Bartman, Ronny Brooker, Remedy Iskov, Jackson Dawson, Bella van der Merwe, Sarah Stanborough, Beau George, Hamish Hollingworth, Korbyn Krauss, Archie McPhee, Julian O’Brien, Dusty Bowie, Manhaya, Sergeant, Adeline Devlin, Austin Vickery, Clayton David, Mable Devlin, Frankie Boney, Harrison Rose, Mac Wilson, Christine Vale, Billie Morrison, Ava Langley

Week 4

Kobe Dunlop, Cohen White, Oliver Sayer, Macey Reynolds McLeod, Carter Duncan, Alex Taylor Connolly, Ahlia Gleeson, Tennyson Allport, Oliver Swahn Jorgensen, Maddison Worgan, John Boland, Dominic O'Connell, Harrison Curtin, Edward Guilfoyle, Hudson Portass, Pippa White, Emilia Marchant, Layne Deans, Zachariah Rennie, Caleb Warrener, Gianna Fenton, Ruby O'Brien, Kam Holder, Jack Warrener, Stella Golding, Ilah Peisley, Flynn Simpson, Annabelle Apthorpe, Taj McDonald, Hunter Davidson, Fallyn Slade-Pearce, Callum Steptoe, Alexandra Page, Ruby Pagden, Miette Sargeant, Percy Lee, Archie Taylor-Connolly, Rasik Aryal, Milly Dunlop, Claud Hall, Jackson Roberts, Grace Langley, Archer Jones-Devlin, Jed Wheaton, Cooper Pottie, Luka Reynolds, Maggie Sweeney, Tully Adams, Willow Thompson

K-6 Staff 

Erin Muggleton - KM

Tania Moore - KTM, Leader of Student Care ES1/S1

Laurelle Wales - 1W

Robyn Ditchfield - 1D

Carmel McCosker - 2M

Cath Doyle - 2D

Terri-Lea Selig - 3S + Inclusion Support

Elissa Murphy - 3M, Leader of Student Care S2

Chloe de Gunst - 3D

Amanda White - 4WL

Cath Lane - 4WL

Mary ann Wilson - 4W

Kate McCosker - 5M

Courtney Fleming - 5F

Peter Baz - 6B

Jaide Daniels - 6D

Casey Lea - 6L, Leader of Student Care S3

Samantha Gleeson - RFF

Maddy Devlin - RFF

Chris Myers - RFF and K-11 Sport

Phoebe Goddard - RFF

Jodi Uebergang 

Lisa Wilson - K-11 Music

Toni Fraser - Librarian

Aimee Gaias - Leader of Pedagogy

Renee Stewart - Inclusion Support 

Mary-Jane Guest - REC