Parent / Teacher Interviews:

It was wonderful to see so many of you at the Week 8 Parent / Teacher Interviews. We hope you enjoyed the opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher and explore our incredible new learning spaces.

Please continue to stay in touch—whether it’s a quick wave, an email, a note in the diary, or a phone call. Strong communication between parents and teachers plays a vital role in a child’s development. When families and educators work together, children feel supported and understood, both at school and at home. Open, regular communication helps identify needs early, celebrate growth, and create a consistent approach to learning and wellbeing, laying the foundation for each child to thrive. We are committed to partnering with you to support your child’s learning and overall development.

Supporting Learning Through the School Holidays:

As we head into a well-deserved three-week break from today, Friday 4 July, it’s a wonderful opportunity to rest, recharge and enjoy quality time as a family. It’s also a great chance to support your child’s development in fun, relaxed ways that fit naturally into everyday life.

Here are some simple and enjoyable ideas to keep your child engaged and growing over the holidays:

• Keep reading!
  Just 15–20 minutes of reading a day can help maintain and strengthen literacy skills.
• Write for fun!
  Encourage writing in creative ways—keep a holiday diary, write letters to family members, or design menus for family meals.
• Make maths meaningful!
  Involve your child in real-life maths through cooking (measurement), shopping (money and calculation), or planning a day out (time and distance).
• Explore and discover!
  Visit local parks, galleries or museums. Encourage curiosity by asking open-ended questions and letting your child lead the way.
• Get creative!
  Paint, build with Lego, or make up a play—give your child the freedom to explore, make mistakes, and take pride in their creations.
• Talk and connect!
  Strengthen language skills through meaningful conversation. Share stories from your day, your childhood, or discuss age-appropriate current events.
• Prioritise wellbeing!
  Most importantly, make time for rest. Ensure your child has the chance to relax, sleep well, and enjoy unstructured play.

Just a little time each day can make the holidays both fun and meaningful. Thank you for all that you do to support your child’s learning journey.

A reminder that students return on Monday 28 July.

Key Events in Term 3:

We’re already looking forward to a vibrant and engaging Term 3. Please save the date for the following key community events:

• Primary Disco (supported by the P&F): Friday 15 August (Week 3)
• Grandparents Day: Friday 22 August (Week 4)
• Father’s Day Breakfast: Friday 5 September (Week 6)