A trip to Wilsons Prom is hard to get wrong—but if you’re imagining a quiet, relaxing getaway, this wasn’t that. Our Year 5/6 camp was packed from start to finish with adventure, challenge, and a whole lot of fun. From the moment we arrived at Wilsons Promontory National Park, students were immersed in the incredible natural beauty of the Prom. Towering granite mountains, sweeping beaches, and native wildlife set the scene for an unforgettable few days outdoors. One of the hi

During Term 1, we focused on consolidating students’ understanding of spelling and identifying their current skill levels. In Term 2, we have used the SWST test results to target specific spelling patterns and explore spelling rules, helping students apply accurate spelling in both their writing and assessments. We will also be running small-group clinics three times a week to provide targeted support and give students opportunities to practise what they have learned.

In Term 2 in Grade 5/6 we are entering our Book Club unit. This unit involves every students in a small group book club, where we are reading high quality texts to meet and discuss each week. The focus for these lessons is around having deep, strong discussions that include every group member. We want to build upon each other's points to create interesting conversations, that give students space to challenge each other respectfully while encouraging each other to think of new

Term 1 in Writing, our Grade 5/6 students have been bringing history to life through storytelling. Each student selected a historical event from around the world, researched it, and created their own character who lived during that time. They then wrote a narrative from their character’s perspective, imagining what it may have been like to experience the event. It has been wonderful to see students combine their research with creativity to produce engaging and thoughtful piec