TERM 1 2025
Term 1 2025
So much to do, so little time!
Welcome to a new and exciting year of the Love It program! Embrace and enjoy a program of fun and fulfilling activities that have been put together especially for you. We want everyone to participate, get the most out of what is on offer and, most importantly, have fun.
In this booklet, you will find a wide range of activities planned for the upcoming term, but if none of them tickle your fancy, please don’t hesitate to put forward your own suggestions so that we can make them happen.
LET THE ADVENTURES BEGIN!
Week 1
FRIDAY 31 JANUARY TO SUNDAY 2 FEBRUARY
WHAT Community Weekend
Get ready for an action-packed and super fun start to the year with our first Community Weekend.
Friday
• After School: Kick off the weekend with a fire drill and induction to ensure everyone is prepared.
• Evening: Join us for a delicious BBQ dinner, followed by the eagerly awaited New Girls’ Concert.
Saturday
• Morning: Enjoy a delightful breakfast in the house followed by sports trials
• Afternoon: Refuel with a satisfying lunch.
• Afternoon to Evening: Embark on the Amazing Sydney Adventure, exploring the city’s landmarks, catching a train, bus, and ferry, and capturing memorable moments along the way.
Sunday
• All Day: Immerse yourself in the thrilling water slides and excitement at Raging Waters Sydney. It’s a day packed with aquatic adventures and fun under the sun.
A highlight of the weekend is our traditional New Girls’ Concert on Friday, so make sure to put your thinking caps on and prepare a creative item. Angus Cup points are up for grabs all weekend long, so give it your all and make this Community Weekend one to remember!
Week 2
FRIDAY 7 FEBRUARY
WHAT Boarders Get Baking – it’s back!
Get set for another year of fabulous food with Mrs Wiedemann, our very own domestic goddess, in our beautiful Food Technology room. Brownies are on the menu followed by some delicious milkshakes in the flavour of your choosing. Make sure you bring some requests for future baking afternoons.
WHEN 3.30pm to 4.30pm
WHERE Food Technology room
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
SATURDAY 8 FEBRUARY
WHAT Hit the Shops
This is a chance to stock up on school supplies and all those bits and pieces that you’ve thought would assist you. We’ll be travelling to Hornsby by train and will provide opportunity for our new Boarding sisters to find their bearings. You will be able to top up your Opal card or buy a new one if needed.
WHEN 12.30pm to 3.00pm
WHERE Hornsby Westfield
TRANSPORT Train – bring your Opal card
Week 2
SUNDAY 9 FEBRUARY
WHAT Adventure to Watsons Bay for a Picnic Lunch
Catch the train to Circular Quay, jump on a ferry and head off to the iconic Watsons Bay. Home to the famous Doyles fish and chips restaurant, grab a takeaway lunch and sit in the park, swim in one of the harbour beaches or walk up to the Gap, a famous Sydney lookout.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 10.00am
WHERE Watsons Bay
WEAR Adventure clothes – hat, water bottle and make sure you pack your swimmers just in case
TRANSPORT Train and ferry – bring your Opal card
Week 3
TUESDAY 11 FEBRUARY
WHAT Lunar New Year Celebrations
We will celebrate Lunar New Year with games and a banquet dinner. Celebrate the Year of the Snake which symbolises wisdom and transformation.
WHEN 5.30pm to 7.00pm
WHERE Boarders’ Dining Room
FRIDAY 14 FEBRUARY
WHAT Boarders Get Baking
An afternoon of fabulous food with our very own domestic Goddess, Mrs Wiedemann in our beautiful Food Technology room. Keep bringing your requests or recipes from home for future baking afternoons.
WHEN 3.30pm to 4.30pm
WHERE Food Technology room
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
Week 3
FRIDAY 14 FEBRUARY
WHAT Year 7 Balmoral Beach Picnic
We can’t think of a better way to celebrate your first year at Boarding school than heading down to Balmoral Beach with your friends and a kitchen-packed picnic to enjoy an evening dip in the iconic beach baths. Perhaps you would even like to check out Clontarf to be a little different from the other year groups! Clontarf is wildly popular and a family favourite to enjoy the calm waters for a twilight swim.
WHEN 3.30pm to 4.30pm
WHERE Food Technology room
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY
WHAT Lantern Festival: Fun, Facts and Flavours
The Lantern Festival is part of the Lunar New Year celebrations. You will be introduced to fun facts, challenged with lantern riddles and may be treated to some Lunar New Year snacks. This is a great way to learn more about the Chinese culture and share this with others.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 11.30am
WHERE Chatswood Library
WEAR Comfortable clothing and sensible shoes
TRANSPORT Train – bring your opal card
Week 3
SUNDAY 16 FEBRUARY
WHAT Central Coast Aqua Park
Climb aboard the Central Coast’s most exhilarating inflatable attraction at Central Coast Aqua Park! Perfect for all ages, the fun-filled water park will take you on a non-stop adventure through the Gosford waterfront. Get ready for an excitement filled adventure on the inflatable activity park and obstacle courses.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 10.00am
WHERE Central Coast Aqua Park
WEAR One-piece swimming costume and associated swimming gear
COST $15 charged to your account
TRASPORT Train (bring Opal card) or Minibus
Week 4
FRIDAY 21 FEBRUARY
WHAT Boarders Get Baking –
it’s back!
An afternoon of fabulous food with our very own domestic Goddess, Mrs Wiedemann in our beautiful Food Technology room. Keep bringing your requests or recipes from home for future baking afternoons.
WHEN 3.30pm to 4.30pm
WHERE Food Technology room
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
WHAT Boarding Family Friends Pizza and Movie Night
As many of our Boarding parents return to Sydney to catch up with the other parents at the College Icebreaker event, we will be opening the doors of the Boarding House for family friends of our Boarders. We welcome the day girls over to enjoy pizza and a movie while the parents mingle on Gloucester Lawn. This is always a great opportunity for our Boarding and day girl families to meet prior to Icebreaker.
WHEN From 5.00pm
WHERE Marden Lawn
Week 4
SATURDAY 22 FEBRUARY
WHAT Become a Golf Pro
This is probably not what you were thinking for a Saturday evening activity, but based on the last golf adventure, we promise this will be lots of fun. Jump on the bus, head to the local driving range and hone your swing and accuracy, all ready to learn the joys of golfing.
WHEN After dinner – 6.30pm
WHERE Thornleigh Golf Centre
WEAR Your best golfing gear
COST $10 – charged to your account
TRANSPORT Minibus
SUNDAY 25 FEBRUARY
WHAT Barrenjoey Headland Walk and Palm Beach Markets
Grab your activewear and swimming gear for a great adventure to Palm Beach (better known as Summer Bay in Home and Away) as we venture up Smugglers Track for one of the best views in Sydney. To the north, you will see to the Central Coast, to the south views of the beautiful Northern Beaches and to the west the magnificent Pittwater. Cool off after the walk with a dip at Pittwater or maybe a milkshake at the Boathouse.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 10.00am, return by 3.00pm
WHERE Palm Beach
COST Spending money
TRANSPORT Minibus
Week 5
FRIDAY 28 FEBRUARY
WHAT Boarders Get Baking – it’s back!
An afternoon of fabulous food with our very own domestic Goddess, Mrs Wiedemann in our beautiful Food Technology room. Keep bringing your requests or recipes from home for future baking afternoons.
WHEN 3.30pm to 4.30pm
WHERE Food Technology room
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
WHAT Year 12 Social
Get ready for the biggest night of the year for our beautiful Year 12s. The girls are super excited to get dressed up and enjoy this very special occasion. We can’t wait to see all the great outfits and big smiles on the night.
WHAT Year 8 Balmoral Beach Picnic
Experience a delightful evening at one of Sydney’s most pristine and picturesque harbor beaches. Discover a tranquil spot, immerse yourself in the stunning scenery, and savor the passing time. If the temperature rises, indulge in a refreshing swim within the netted swimming area or treat yourself to an ice cream at the nearby café. Our kitchen will be preparing a delectable meal for you to relish right by the beach.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 5.00pm
WHERE Balmoral Beach
WEAR Swimming attire and casual clothes
TRANSPORT Minibus
Week 5
SATURDAY 1 MARCH
WHAT Get your chocolate fix at Max Brenner
Prepare yourself for the best dessert destination and experience chocolate with all your senses as we visit Max Brenner Chocolate Bar, followed by some retail therapy in the city.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 10.00am
COST Spending money
TRANSPORT Train – bring your Opal card
WHAT In-House Cards Night
Turn off the television and break out the cards! Uno, euchre, rummy, hearts, sevens – the list is endless. Work in teams and earn points for the Angus Cup.
WHEN Whenever and wherever you like!
Week 5
SUNDAY 2 MARCH
WHAT Mother / special person and daughter lunch
Celebrate our mothers and special women in our lives. Enjoy a lunch at a beautiful Sydney venue (to be advised).
WHEN 12.30pm
WHERE TBA
Week 6
FRIDAY 7 MARCH
WHAT Boarders Get Baking
An afternoon of fabulous food with our very own domestic Goddess, Mrs Wiedemann in our beautiful Food Technology room. Keep bringing your requests or recipes from home for future baking afternoons.
WHEN 3.30pm
WHERE Food Technology Rooms
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
WHAT International Women’s Day (IWD) Celebration
We will celebrate IWD on Marden Lawn sharing stories over dinner. Followed by an evening of activities such as Just Dance.
WHEN 6.00pm
WHERE Marden Lawn
Week 6
SATURDAY 8 MARCH
WHAT International Women’s Day Movie Night in the JLT
Come along in your comfy clothes or pyjamas and settle in for a movie on the big screen in the Jobson Lecture Theatre. Staff have selected a classic for you all to watch that celebrates women in all their glory.
WHEN After dinner
WHERE Jobson Lecture Theatre
WEAR Comfy clothes or pyjamas
SUNDAY 9 MARCH
WHAT AFL – Giants vs Collingwood
Support the Giants as they take on the Collingwood Magpies. Whether you’re an AFL fan or not come and enjoy the atmosphere in the stadium. Go the Giants!
WHEN Depart Boarding at 2.00pm (game starts 3.20pm)
WHERE Giants Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park
COST $15 will be deducted from your account
WEAR Comfortable clothes and sensible shoes
Week 7
SUNDAY 17 MARCH
WHAT Boarders Get Baking
An afternoon of fabulous food with our very own domestic Goddess, Mrs Wiedemann in our beautiful Food Technology room. Keep bringing your requests or recipes from home for future baking afternoons.
WHEN 3.30pm
WHERE Food Technology Rooms
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
WHAT Year 11 Formal
Get ready for the biggest night of the year for our beautiful Year 11s. The girls are super excited to get dressed up and enjoy this very special occasion. We can’t wait to see all the great outfits and big smiles on the night.
WHAT Year 9 Balmoral Beach Picnic
Indulge in an evening of relaxation at one of Sydney’s cleanest and most picturesque harbor beaches. Discover a shady oasis, soak in the breathtaking scenery, and let time slip away. If the heat becomes too much, take a refreshing dip in the netted swimming area or treat yourself to an ice cream from the local café. Our kitchen is set to prepare a mouthwatering meal for you to enjoy right by the beach.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 5.00pm
WHERE Balmoral Beach
WEAR Swimming attire and casual clothes
TRANSPORT Minibus
Week 7
SATURDAY 15 MARCH
WHAT Mega Skate at Macquarie Ice
Located within Macquarie Shopping Centre, there will probably be some time for a little look around the shops, too! It is the only facility in Sydney to provide a full-size Olympic rink so channel your inner Torvill and Dean (ask your parents!) and enjoy some time in the cool.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 10.00am, return around 3.00pm
COST $10.00 charged to your account and Opal card
TRANSPORT Train or minibus
SUNDAY 16 MARCH
WHAT Jet Boating on Sydney Harbour
An adventure activity on Sydney Harbour as you spin around in a jet boat for 30 minutes. Be prepared to get wet!
WHEN Depart Boarding at 11.00am
WHERE Sydney Harbour
COST $50 will be debited from your account
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
Week 8
FRIDAY 21 MARCH
WHAT
Boarders
Get Baking
An afternoon of fabulous food with our very own domestic Goddess, Mrs Wiedemann in our beautiful Food Technology room. Keep bringing your requests or recipes from home for future baking afternoons.
WHEN 3.30pm
WHERE Food Technology Rooms
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
WHAT Year 12 Fish and Chips at Mona Vale
Ready to cool down after a long, hot week? Let’s head down to Mona Vale and enjoy the last of daylight savings and some fish and chips on the beach.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 5.30pm
WHERE Mona Vale Beach
WEAR Beach clothes and bring your swimmers for a twilight dip
TRANSPORT Minibus
SATURDAY 22 MARCH
WHAT Tennis Tournament
Enjoy a spirited afternoon of tennis on Mollie Dive. Games can be leisurely or competitive against other Boarders, Year 12 and maybe some staff.
WHEN 3.30pm to 5.30pm
WHERE Mollie Dive Fields
Week 8
SUNDAY 23 MARCH
WHAT Beach Day – Wylie’s Baths and the Coogee Coastal Walk
Wylie’s Baths is a heritage-listed tidal swimming pool located near Coogee Beach, in the eastern suburbs of Sydney. The baths are noted for holding the first Australian Swimming Championships and for being one of the first swimming baths for mixed-gender swimming in Australia.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 10.00am
WHERE Wylie’s Baths, Coogee
WEAR Swimming and beach attire
TRANSPORT Minibus
Week 9
FRIDAY 28 MARCH
WHAT Boarders Get Baking
An afternoon of fabulous food with our very own domestic Goddess, Mrs Wiedemann in our beautiful Food Technology room. Keep bringing your requests or recipes from home for future baking afternoons.
WHEN 3.30pm
WHERE Food Technology Rooms
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
WHAT Year 10 Balmoral Beach Picnic
Find a shady spot, lap up the gorgeous scenery at one of Sydney’s finest beaches. If it gets too hot, take a dip in the netted swimming area, or enjoy an ice cream at the local café. The kitchen will be packing up a delicious meal for you to enjoy beachside.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 5.00pm
WHERE Balmoral Beach
WEAR Swimming attire and casual clothes
TRANSPORT Minibus
Week 9
SATURDAY 29 MARCH
WHAT Sydney FC vs Melbourne City
Head to Allianz stadium to watch Sydney FC vs Melbourne City. Cheer on the Sky Blues as they continue on their path towards the finals.
WHEN Leave Boarding at 3.30pm
WHERE Allianz Stadium
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
COST $10 will be debited from your account
SUNDAY 30 MARCH
WHAT Beach Day
Clontarf beach is part of Sydney’s Middle Harbour and is located around 5km from Manly. It is a great place to spend a day with the friends. The netted tidal pool is perfect for a dip. If you’re in the mood for a quick bite to eat, be sure to check out either of the two cafes near the park. Whether you’re after a fun-filled day or a relaxing afternoon, Clontarf Beach is the perfect spot.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 10.00am, return around 3.00pm
WHERE Manly/Shelly Beach
COST Spending money
TRANSPORT Minibus
Week 10
FRIDAY 4 APRIL
WHAT Boarders Get Baking – Easter Treats
Paul and Heinz from Du Plessy Praline & Otello Chocolates
Patisserie in West Pymble will be our special guests for Boarders Get Baking. Come along for your chocolate fix and learn how to be a chocolatier.
WHEN 3.30pm
WHERE Food Technology Rooms
WEAR Comfy clothes and sensible shoes
WHAT Year 11 Balmoral Beach
Picnic
Enjoy an evening at one of Sydney’s cleanest and most idyllic harbour beaches. Find a shady spot, lap up the gorgeous scenery and watch the time go by. If it gets too hot, take a dip in the netted swimming area, or enjoy an ice cream at the local café. The kitchen will be packing up a delicious meal for you to enjoy beachside.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 5.00pm
WHERE Balmoral Beach
WEAR Swimming attire and casual clothes
TRANSPORT Minibus
Week 10
SATURDAY 5 APRIL
WHAT Pickleball
Join in the fun and learn how to play pickleball. Spend the afternoon with other Boarders learning a new skill and playing against each other.
WHEN 3.00pm
WHERE Mollie Dive Fields
SUNDAY 6 APRIL
WHAT Balmoral Swim for Cancer
Can we top this record in 2025? This is an excellent social opportunity for Boarders as we compete against Shore, Queenwood, Ascham, Wenona, Redlands and Riverview. Get a team of four swimmers together and come on down to Balmoral to join in the fun. You only have to swim 200 metres and remember the aim of the day is to raise money for charity.
WHEN Depart Boarding at 7.00am
WHERE Balmoral Beach
COST Each participant will be encouraged to raise money for the cause
TRANSPORT College PE uniform and swimmers
Week 11
TUESDAY 8 APRIL
WHAT End of Term Chapel, Dinner and Easter Egg Hunt
Get ready to celebrate the end of term with a beautiful Chapel service and spectacular dinner. Of course, an Easter egg hunt is essential, too!
Happy Easter girls and thank you for a lovely term!
WHEN 5.00pm
WEAR Sunday best
And over to you...
WATCH OUT FOR….
BUILD YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
If you have an exciting activity in mind, get together with a group of friends and put together a proposal. Whether it’s a night out at a favourite restaurant, a trip to a local market or an inner-city expedition, get your ideas down on paper, suggest a date and we will do our best to make it happen.
ORGANISE A SLEEPOVER
We would love you to invite a friend from the Day School to stay over on a Friday or Saturday night. Propose some dates to your Head of House and make it happen!
OR BETTER STILL…
We would love you to invite up to two of your friends from the day school in for a pizza and movie night. Once again, propose some dates to your Head of House and make it happen!
AND, DON’T FORGET….
To join us for an egg and bacon roll on Marden Lawn each Sunday between 9:00am and 10:00am. Family and friends all welcome!
And every week….
BOARDERS GET BAKING
All of you seem to love baking and we know you LOVE yummy food. Take the opportunity to work with Mrs Wiedemann in our specialist Food Technology room and bake until your heart is content and your tummy is full. Each week she comes with interesting new recipes, from Mars Bar slice and brownies to Wallget’s famous Weet-Bix slice. Boarders Get Baking is the place to be on Friday afternoons.
CYCLE THE GROUNDS
We have brand new bikes - sign them out and take them for a spin around campus. Ask House staff to show you the various routes and away you go!
AQUATIC CENTRE
Check the in-house timetable for the times the Aquatic Centre will be open to you this term.