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From the Deputy Principal & Head of Junior School

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From the Deputy Principal & Head of Junior School

Sandy Wheeler
Mrs Sandy Wheeler
Deputy Principal & Head of Junior School

On Friday 31 October, we held our very first Junior School Science Day and it was a magnificent success. The purpose was to promote the wonderful world of Science and engage the students in hands-on experiences. The students were combined in science groups across two different grades. It was great to see older and younger students collaborating and connecting together as a community of learners. I want to thank Mrs Abecina for her leadership in making this excellent learning event happen.

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As we begin to look towards 2026, we will be carefully considering the placement of every student in classes for the following year. I sometimes get requests from families about a particular combination of students that they feel would work best or requests for a teacher they think may be a good fit. We look to create class communities that are best for learning. In light of this, we keep in mind a range of factors such as academics, friendship groups, social/emotional needs and medical issues. Request regarding class allocations can be sent to Mrs Kami [email protected] (EA to Head of Junior School). We value the input of families and consider parent requests, however, we cannot guarantee they will be met as we are balancing the big picture for a cohort of students. Further information about accessing 2026 class allocations will be sent later this term. I assure you that the team values every student in this process.

Later this term on Friday 28 November we will hold a “Moving Up Day,” where all grades from Prep to Year 5 will spend time learning in their new building for next year. The purpose is to provide a positive experience for students as they look forward to the next part of their educational journey and to build and excitement for the future grade ahead. This is a part of our transition program and new students joining the College in 2026 will also be a part of this day.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on y our own understanding. In all your way acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths.
- Proverbs 3:5-6