Happy Holidays

It is hard to believe that we have drawn to the end of Term 2. It has gone so quickly with much growth for all our young learners. This growth has been physical, social, emotional and in the acquisition of skills. Independence is something our young learners strive for. We encourage our curious and eager learners to think, question and enquire as much as possible in order to assist their learning as well as to problem solve, challenge themselves, hypothesise and physically do as much as they can for themselves.

Children are both capable and competent. We see evidence of this on a daily basis in each of our learners! Term 3 will see more individual growth and we eagerly look forward to the privilege of working with families to achieve the best possible outcomes for all our learners.

May all families have some opportunities to enjoy time together in the Term break. For those who are travelling, we wish you safe travels. For those at home, we hope you enjoy activities and time with your family. Thank you to all Campbell House staff for what has been an enriching program of tasks, projects and activities for the children and, as always, for their excellent pastoral care.

Four Leaf Clover Program

Each term, there are several opportunities for the Year 4 students in the Junior School (Barbreck) and the learners in the Wattle and Banksia rooms to enjoy special time together. It is always a popular, busy, active and joyful time! Children need a sense of importance and the security of love, care and strong relationship building skills.

Will and Georgia enjoy time together

Interacting with others, demonstrating care and sympathy for self and others and respect for others involve complex learning for children. Family and School working together helps to endorse and cement these skills. So much evidence of warmth, care and respect for others can be readily observed when the Year 4 students meet up with their special young friend from Campbell House. It is a special time for each student and the benefits are mutual.

A recent activity in the Four Leaf Clover Program was another wonderful learning opportunity. Connecting with others, feeling valued and cared for, respect for others, communicating well and smiling were all there in abundance! Building relationships is so important regardless of age!

Effective Learning. What Does it Take?

Parents in the 4YO classes are now looking towards School entry in 2016 for their child. For information regarding what to look for in an effective classroom environment I am always very happy to converse with parents in order to assist in any way possible.

Selecting a school can be a very complex task. Girls and boys need much thought and contemplation invested in this choice by parents. As an experienced educator, I am always happy to answer any queries raised by parents which may help or assist with a final decision. Please call my Personal Assistant Mrs Mary Poulos or email a request for an appointment for discussion to mpoulos@stcatherines.net.au

An Invitation to Tour our Junior School – Barbreck

All Campbell House families are warmly welcome to take a guided tour of Barbreck whilst students from Prep to Year 6 are engaged in their learning programs. Tours can be arranged for parents to meet with me as Head of Barbreck and also enjoy a walk around the Junior School to observe the engagement and focus of students as they complete the busy and productive tasks set for them in Mathematics, English and various other subjects. We are proud to offer our students a curriculum rich in learning and with a focus on achievement and thinking skills. Please contact Mrs Mary Poulos, Personal Assistant to the Head of ELC and Barbreck on (03) 9828 3020
or visit the Barbreck Office to arrange a tour.