Junior School, Brooklyn Park

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Upcoming Events

Thurs 29 Jan	Meet the Teacher Night (6pm-8pm)
Mon 2 - Fri 6 Feb	Year 3 - 6 Swimming Week
Wed 4 Feb	Foundation Rest Day
Mon 9 Feb	Parent Coffee Connect
Tues 10 Feb	Welcome Picnic (5:30pm - 7pm) ELC - Year 6
Wed 18 Feb	Foundation Rest Day
Wed 25 Feb	Foundation Rest Day
Mon 2 Mar	Parent Coffee Connect
Tue 3 Mar	Principal's Tour
Wed 4 Mar	Foundation Rest Day
Wed 11 - Mon 16 Mar	NAPLAN
Tues 17 - Wed 18 Mar	Parent Teacher Interviews
Fri 20 Mar	Year 3 - 6 Sports Day
Thurs 26 Mar	Student Photo Day
Fri 27 Mar	Grandparents Day ELC-6
Mon 30 Mar	Parent Coffee Connect
Tues 31 Mar	Year 6 GRIP Leadership Conference
Wed 1 Apr	Catch Up Photo Day
Thur 9 April	Year 5 and Year 6 da Vinci Decathlon Training Day
Thur 9 April	Year 3 - Year 6 Cross Country
Fri 10 April	End of Term 1

Welcome to the 2026 school year!

I absolutely love the beginning of a new year, and the freshness and anticipation of all that is to come. As a staff we have been busy planning and preparing for the return of students and families - setting up classrooms, crafting lessons and learning experiences, planning events, and organising admin. But the real joy is in the return of the community. Seeing excited Foundation students arriving for their very first day of school, children reconnecting with friends after not seeing each other for weeks, and parents engaging in happy conversation (perhaps celebrating the return of routine after a long holiday break!), is my absolute favourite part. There is joy, and there is anticipation. The well-known scripture from Jeremiah comes to my mind

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11

I don’t know all that is to come in this new year, but what I know without any doubt, is that God does. As we begin the new year, I can’t help but look ahead with great anticipation of the exciting things that God has in store, and look forward to seeing his plans for our community unfold.

We have some wonderful opportunities for connection coming up in our first few weeks!

Meet the Teacher Evening - Thursday 29th January

We look forward to welcoming parents of all our ELC – Year 6 children into our classrooms. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet your child’s classroom teacher, hear some important information about the upcoming year and also a chance to connect with the other parents in the class.

Junior School Assembly

Our Junior School Assemblies are held each Monday morning, starting at 8:55am at the Adelaide West Uniting Church. Parents are always welcome to join us as we begin our week in community together.

Brooklyn Park Welcome Picnic

All Brooklyn Park families are invited to attend our annual welcome picnic. This early evening event is always a lovely time, as families bring a picnic, enjoy some fun and fellowship together. We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank you, as always, for partnering with us. When we work together, we create the strongest foundation for your child’s success. We encourage you to stay connected to your child’s learning through joining us for school events, volunteering when you’re able, and keeping in touch with teachers. Good communication helps our community to thrive, and we are here to support you as we grow together.

Marni Greenwood

Head of Junior School, Brooklyn Park (ELC–Yr 6)

Brooklyn Park Welcome Picnic 2026

Tuesday 10 February, 5.30pm - 7pm

All our Brooklyn Park families are invited to our Welcome Picnic!

Gather at school for this early-evening event, a wonderful opportunity with other families, and to connect and to create new friendships at the beginning of the new school year.

Save the date and time in your calendars! We look forward to welcoming you!

First Day of School 2026 Photo Highlights