Our Kindergarten students have returned to school full of energy and excitement, ready to dive into another wonderful term of learning! It's been fantastic to see their smiling faces back in the classroom as they settle into Term 3, eager to explore, discover, and grow together.

Religion
In Kindergarten, we are learning that the Church is not just a building, but a special group of people who come together because they believe in Jesus. When we say ‘Church,’ we are talking about gathering to love God, pray, sing and learn about Jesus together. The Church is like a big family where everyone helps and cares for each other and where we grow in our faith in Christ. Another very important part of our school day is our meditation sessions - a chance for the students to be still and spend time with Jesus in their hearts. 

This week we had a very special visit from our new Parish Priest Father Josh! The visit was filled with joy and laughter and it was a wonderful way for the students to begin building a connection with him. We look forward to many more visits and are also excited for Father Josh’ next magic trick. 

Kindergarten Assembly – A Joyful Celebration of Learning
The end of Term 2 was marked with a heartwarming Kindergarten Assembly, showcasing the incredible learning and growth of our youngest students. The children delighted the audience with their confident performance and engaging presentations, leaving families and staff alike filled with pride. This special celebration of learning was a wonderful reflection of the hard work and enthusiasm shown throughout the term. Following the assembly, families were invited to enjoy a special morning tea, providing a lovely opportunity to connect and celebrate the students' achievements together.

Explicit Teaching and Reading Fluency
In Kindergarten, we are building reading fluency through paired reading activities. Paired reading allows students to read alongside a peer, which helps improve confidence, word recognition and expression. It also encourages active listening, turn-taking and a love of shared reading. This supportive practice happens each morning during our English block, helping students to feel successful and engaged as they grow in their literacy journey. 

Sport - Tennis

Visual Arts
Our students have shown outstanding enthusiasm and creativity in Visual Arts. They have been busy experimenting with a range of mediums, producing vibrant collages, expressive paintings, and imaginative sculptural works. A highlight has been their colourful Pop Art masterpieces, where they explored bold colours and striking patterns with great excitement. Inspired by the work of artist Paul Klee, students also created thoughtful and visually engaging collages, made of 2D shapes. It’s been a joy to witness their artistic confidence grow. 

Mathematics
Our young learners have been practicing counting forwards and backwards to 20, using number lines to help them understand number order and patterns. We are also discovering the world of shapes by naming and identifying 2D and 3D objects in everyday life - from circles on a clock to cylinders in a tin can! These activities help build strong number sense and spatial awareness as students make real-world connections to their learning.