PRIMARY SCHOOL CHAPEL
Friday 17th October 2025 2:15pm – 2:50pm
Parents are invited to join our Chapel session in Room 412, accessible through the foyer of the Upper Primary Neighbourhood Please sign in at Reception before attending
Enjoy an item presented by Year 1SL.
Photos and videos of the students are not permitted during Chapel to protect the privacy of other students who may appear in the frame.
TERM 4: SUMMER UNIFORM AND HATS
Students are to wear their full Summer uniform in Term 4. There will be a two-week changeover period when Winter or Summer uniforms can be worn (but not interchangeably) Please consider the weather when deciding on the most suitable uniform for your child to wear in the first two weeks of Term 4. From Monday 20th October 2025, all students are required to wear full Summer uniform.
College hats MUST be worn when playing outside or participating in outdoor activities for ALL of Term 4, even if your child is wearing their Winter uniform in Week 1 and Week 2
Uniform reminders:
Students are only allowed to wear plain studs and plain sleepers. Dangly and pendant earrings are not permitted.
Long sleeve tops are not to be worn under short sleeve uniform items. If your child requires extra layers, please ensure they have their black College jumper, red College rugby top and red all-weather jacket
Please note that parents and pre-schoolers cannot access the Students ONLY toilets during Chapel. Staff and Visitor toilets are located in the Administration Building (near Reception) or on Level 1 in the Middle School Building.
JUNIOR ENGINEERS
Arcade Game Development in Term 4
Did you love Arcade Games like Space Invaders
growing up? Does your child love gaming? Well, why not empower them to code and create their own games!
Your children will love our fun and engaging Arcade Game Development course, where they will:
Design and code their very own games
Upload them to a hand-held gaming device to play with friends!
Build problem-solving and logistical skills
Learn brand new coding challenges and digital projects
Learning to code requires consistency - and our courses are a brilliant way to build necessary future-fit STEM skills
Sessions will take place onsite at the College every Wednesday after school from Wednesday 15th October 2025 to Wednesday 3rd December 2025.
These sessions are available for students in Years 2 – 6
Please click on the LINK for more information or to register your child.
LAPTOP DEVICES FOR YEAR 7 STUDENTS IN 2026
Students in Year 7 next year will need a College-designated device. The new Secondary School ICT Device Program means that parents no longer need to source their own device We will provide you with further information about this initiative shortly.
WEEK 2A
Canteen Bandannas on sale from today U P C O M I N G E V E N T S T E R M 4
Monday 13th - Friday 17th October
Monday 13th October – Wednesday 15th October
Year 3 Camp
Monday 13th October
Whole School Assembly via ZOOM
Tuesday 14th October
Prep and Year 2MH Swimming Lessons
Wednesday 15th October
Standardised Testing: Year 6 students
Thursday 16th October
Year 1 and Year 2JM Swimming Lessons
Friday 17thOctober
Standardised Testing: Years 2 – 5 students
Prep Fire Ed Incursion
Years 5 – 6 Goodstart Kinder Partnership
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by Year 1SL
WEEK 3B
Monday 20th - Friday 24th October
Monday 20th October
Ensembles Extravaganza
All students are to be wearing their full Summer uniform
Tuesday 21st October
Year 12 Final Day Activities
Prep and Year 2MH Swimming Lessons
Thursday 23rd October
Year 1 and Year 2JM Swimming Lessons
2026 Prep Parent Information Evening
Friday 24thOctober
Years 5 – 6 Goodstart Kinder Partnership
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by Year 4KC
WEEK 4A
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by Year 4SH U P C O M I N G E V E N T S T E R M 4
Monday 27th - Friday 31st October
Monday 27th October
Whole School Assembly via ZOOM
Tuesday 28th October
Prep and Year 2MH Swimming Lessons
Thursday 30th October
Years 1 and Year 2JM Swimming Lessons
Canteen Bandanna Day
CSEN The Challenge - Selected Year 5-6 students (change of date)
2026 Year 7 Information Evening
Friday 31stOctober
Prep Fire Ed Incursion
Years 5 – 6 Goodstart Kinder Partnership
Primary School Chapel – World Teachers’ Day
WEEK 5B
Monday 3rd - Friday 7th November
Monday 3rd November
Mid Term Break – Student Free Day
Tuesday 4th November
Mid Term Break – Student Free Day
Melbourne Cup Public Holiday
Thursday 6th November
Year 1 and Year 2JM Swimming Lessons
Friday 7th November
Prep – Year 2 Swimming Carnival
Years 5 – 6 Goodstart Kinder Partnership
WEEK 6A
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by the Prep classes U P C O M I N G E V E N T S T E R M 4
Monday 10th - Friday 14th November
Monday 10th November
Whole School Assembly via ZOOM
Prep 2026 Orientation Session #1
Tuesday 11th November
Remembrance Day
Prep and Year 2MH Swimming Lessons
Thursday 13th November
Year 1 and Year 2JM Swimming Lessons
Friday 14th November
CSEN Years 5 – 6 Multisport Championship Years 5 – 6 Goodstart Kinder Partnership
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by Year 5 classes
WEEK 7B
Monday 17th - Friday 21st November
Monday 17th – Thursday 20th November Year 6 Interstate Camp
Tuesday 18th November
Prep 2026 Orientation Session #2
Thursday 20th November
Year 1 and Year 2JM Swimming Lessons
Friday 21st November
U P C O M I N G E V E N T S T E R M 4
WEEK 8A
Monday 24th - Friday 28th November
Tuesday 25th November
Prep and Year 2MH Swimming Lessons
Year 6 Graduation
Wednesday 26th November
Student Free Day
Thursday 27th November
Orientation Day: Prep - Year 6
Friday 28th November
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by the Year 6 classes
WEEK 9B
Monday 1st - Friday 5th December
Monday 1st December
Primary School Celebration Event
Thursday 4th December
Year 6 Fun Day
Friday 5th December
Last day of Term 4 – 12:45pm early dismissal
Neighbourly Awards
Judah, Prep
Oliver, Prep
For allowing God to comfort you and reassure you. You are an amazing boy, keep looking to God who loves you dearly.
You demonstrate community when you seek solutions to problems for your friends and help your classmates with their challenges
Elyse, Prep
For putting others first and never drawing attention to yourself. You see things that need doing and just go ahead and do them without being asked. Thank you for serving your classmates with love and humility.
Mila, Year 1
For showing kindness to others and helping to encourage them
Luella, Year 1
For making a great effort to settle into your new school You have shown courage in having a go at sharing your ideas in our class discussions and trying your best at learning new things.
Keep up the great work!
Benjamin, Year 2
For returning to the classroom with a gentle and teachable spirit, showing humility through actions and words that uplifted others “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit Rather, in humility value others above yourselves ” Philippians 2:3 (NIV)
Cynthia, Year 2
For diligently completing your work and showing a constant willingness to support and help others Cynthia, your acts of service reflect kindness and generosity, making our classroom a caring and supportive place for everyone.
Nicole, Year 3
Nicole, this is an acknowledgement of all your hard work in improving your writing What a great demonstration of determination and perseverance you have shown Your efforts have not gone unnoticed Congratulations!
Ayden, Year 3
For showing grace by extending patience, kindness, compassion and understanding to his peers around him.
Amara, Year 4
For showing your best effort during every lesson this week. You have hit the ground running since you started at Northside last term, and I can’t wait to see you keep shining bright next year.
Isala, Year 4
For showing respect and honesty to your teachers and classmates. Your genuine character, kindness and integrity make a positive difference in our classroom.
Su Hang, Year 5
For consistently demonstrating kindness, respect and cooperation within our school community. You are a valued class member who supports your peers, contributes positively to group activities and leads by example. Your enthusiasm, empathy and willingness to help others make you an outstanding role model and a joy to have at school
Joshua, Year 6
Emmerson, Year 5
For settling into our school community like a champion! It has been wonderful seeing you be so brave. God loves to see you persevere for His glory! Well done, Emmerson!
You were recognised by your peers this week for showing love in action, just as Jesus calls us to do. Your kindness and care for others reflect His heart beautifully. Well done, we love seeing the gold in you shine.
Naomi, Year 6
You have settled into life at Northside beautifully, already demonstrating many of our College values both within and beyond the classroom. Your courage in sharing your thoughts and faith with others reflects a heart that seeks God’s truth and wisdom. We are deeply thankful that you have become part of our Year 6CV family.
Ecclesia, Year 6
Your perseverance each day, shown through the way you continually challenge yourself, is truly inspiring. Your hard work encourages everyone in our class to do their best and reminds us of the value of persevering through challenging tasks. Ecclesia, thank you for inspiring our classroom community!
Be encouraged by Hebrews 12:1.
