Events

School events bring learning to life and help shape our school culture. They help students build confidence, connect with others and celebrate their progress. Events also provide families with an opportunity to be involved in school life and share in their child’s achievements.

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Something Special

Date: Friday 11th September

Get ready for Something Special this Children’s Book Week! Students will join Shelly and Tom on a musical adventure as they bring a selection of 2026 CBCA Shortlisted books to life. With plenty of singing, storytelling and audience participation, this interactive experience celebrates creativity, kindness and perseverance while exploring this year’s theme, Symphony of Stories. It’s sure to be a book-tastic afternoon!

Pedlars' Parade

Date: Tuesday 15th September

Step right up to Pedlars’ Parade! Our Senior students will be taking over the middle session with a fantastic range of fun games, guessing challenges, tasty treats and stalls for our K–6 students to enjoy. Armed with their tokens, students can choose how they spend them, whether they’re feeling lucky, hungry or ready to browse! They’ll be able to try their hand at games, sample some delicious food, purchase special handmade creations or discover a new treasure among our collection of well-loved second-hand items, including books. With so much to see, do and enjoy, Pedlars’ Parade is sure to be a highlight of the day!

Term 3 Gold Assembly

Date: Monday 21st September

It’s time to strike gold! Our Gold Assembly is a special celebration for students who have reached the impressive milestone of 30 Merit Cards. These students have worked hard to earn their cards through achievements such as collecting 10 Castle Cards or A-Day Awards. Reaching 30 Merit Cards is a golden achievement and one that deserves celebration! We can’t wait to recognise our students and celebrate all their fantastic efforts.

Grandfriends Day

Date: Wednesday 23rd September

Come and make some memories with us on Grandfriends Day! We invite our wonderful grandparents and grandfriends to visit the school and spend some special time with our students. Come along for a morning of smiles, stories and special moments as our students proudly show off their classrooms and share a little piece of their school day. It’s sure to be a grand day filled with even grander memories!

End of Term 3

Date: Friday 25th September

They’ve worked hard, they’ve given it their all and now it’s time for their greatest reward… TWO WEEKS OFF! After a busy term filled with learning, challenges and plenty of achievements, our students have certainly earned a well-deserved break. It’s time to pack away the books and set the alarm clock to snooze. Congratulations, everyone! You’ve earned your holiday!

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