To support Year 3’s inquiry learning in the classroom we attended the observatory at Western Sydney University - Penrith campus. We learned lots about how force impacts and reacts to objects.
On arrival, we watched a 3D movie to give us an idea just how small we are in the Universe. We then headed up to the telescope and learned how it gets positioned depending on the subject to be viewed.
Then finally the most exciting part of the day we actually got to make our own rockets and launch them! Best day ever!!
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19 Jun 2026
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Over the past few weeks, Year 5 have been exploring Geography in Action by learning how geographers investigate real places and collect data. Students participated in a schoolyard investigation where they observed different areas of the school, measured distances using steps, counted features such as trees and bins, collected information about surfaces and how spaces are used, and recorded their findings using tables, tally charts and labelled maps. Through this hands-on learning experience, students developed their skills in observing, measuring, collecting and recording data to better understand their local environment. Miss Atkins and Miss Lee
17 Jun 2026
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Year 2 students have been busy using their Chromebooks and iPads to publish their informative writing about the Great Barrier Reef! Using digital technologies, students have been carefully editing, formatting and publishing their work while showcasing their growing knowledge of one of Australia's most amazing natural wonders. We are so proud of their creativity, research skills and enthusiasm for learning!
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19 Jun 2026
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Over the past few weeks, Year 5 have been exploring Geography in Action by learning how geographers investigate real places and collect data. Students participated in a schoolyard investigation where they observed different areas of the school, measured distances using steps, counted features such as trees and bins, collected information about surfaces and how spaces are used, and recorded their findings using tables, tally charts and labelled maps. Through this hands-on learning experience, students developed their skills in observing, measuring, collecting and recording data to better understand their local environment. Miss Atkins and Miss Lee
17 Jun 2026
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Year 2 students have been busy using their Chromebooks and iPads to publish their informative writing about the Great Barrier Reef! Using digital technologies, students have been carefully editing, formatting and publishing their work while showcasing their growing knowledge of one of Australia's most amazing natural wonders. We are so proud of their creativity, research skills and enthusiasm for learning!
17 Jun 2026
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What a wonderful start to our St Joseph’s CAFE! A heartfelt thank you to all the parents and carers who joined us for our very first gathering. Your presence, energy and willingness to connect made the evening truly special. Together, we explored practical tips to support reading at home, discovered fun and simple games to build number sense and most importantly, shared ideas and voices about what matters most for our children’s learning and wellbeing. It was fantastic to see families connecting, learning from one another and building a strong sense of community. We are excited to reveal our new name, Joey’s CAFE, chosen by you—our families! Thank you for your input and for helping shape this initiative from the very beginning. We are so grateful for your partnership and can’t wait to continue this journey together at our next Joey's CAFE session! Save the date: Wednesday 2nd September at 5pm.
16 Jun 2026
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Jersey Day tomorrow! Wear your favourite jersey or team colours tomorrow with your sports uniform. To celebrate the second game in the State of Origin, students can wear their sports uniform tomorrow with their team colours or favourite jersey. Go the Blues! 💙
09 Jun 2026
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Year 4 proudly led our whole school assembly for National Reconciliation Week 2026. Through coming together as a community we reflected this years theme of us 'All In' or all working together to commit to reconciliation every single day.
08 Jun 2026
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08 Jun 2026
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08 Jun 2026
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Congratulations to our students who celebrated the Sacrament of their first Eucharist, on Corpus Christi Sunday. A very special day celebrating their first Holy Communion as well as being part of the Parish procession walking with the Lord. 🙏⭐️
04 Jun 2026
What Your Child Really Learns in the First 100 Days of School
One moment your child is holding your hand at the school gate and before you know it, they're walking in confidently, greeting friends by name, carrying their own bag, and coming home full of stories about 'assembly' and 'sport'. Here’s what to expect in their first 100 days of Kindergarten.
28 May 2026
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27 May 2026
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Congratulations to our Age Champions and to all of the students who placed in the top three for each event at our Athletics Carnival at the end of Term 1.
21 May 2026
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📚 FREE PARENT EVENT: Helping your Child Learn at Home 🏡 A fantastic event we would recommend to our parent community.
20 May 2026
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Year 1 have been learning about 3D objects and their properties. Today, we constructed our own 3D objects using clay and toothpicks! It was tricky, but we persevered 💪 Check out our results! ☺️🎉🙌
14 May 2026
Music, art, movement: why creativity matters more than you think
Did you know creativity is one of the biggest predictors of how well children do in school and in life?