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• Excursions
• Snoopy! The Musical
• Music Night
• World Teachers’ Day

On Tuesday, our Kindergarten students enjoyed an excursion to Kings Park, where they explored the natural environment and extended their learning through a variety of hands-on experiences. These opportunities to learn beyond the classroom help foster curiosity, independence and a deeper appreciation for the world around them.

We also celebrated the opening of Snoopy! The Musical, the latest production from the Midnite Youth Theatre Company. Bringing together current students, old boys and students from schools across Perth, the production is a fitting finale to another outstanding year for Midnite. I would like to congratulate all the students, staff, parents and volunteers who have contributed their time, energy and talents to this year’s productions. Time and again, Midnite delivers performances of exceptional quality while empowering young people to challenge themselves, develop confidence and express their creativity through the arts.

On Wednesday, our PSA Summer Sport Captains represented the School at the PSA Summer Sport Captains’ Launch. After an encouraging start to the season, I look forward to seeing our teams continue to challenge themselves, support one another and represent the School with pride both on and off the field.

Meanwhile, our Year 10 Geography students travelled to Port Coogee and Point Peron to undertake fieldwork and apply their classroom learning in a real-world context. Excursions such as these are a valuable part of the learning experience, allowing students to engage directly with the environments and concepts they have been studying. By connecting theory with practical observation, students gain a deeper understanding of their subjects and develop skills that cannot easily be replicated within the classroom.

Looking ahead, we are excited to welcome families and friends to Music Night this evening. Our Senior School ensembles have been working in preparation for this showcase of the musical talent within our community. I encourage everyone to come along and support our students as they share the results of their hard work. The event will be held in the School Chapel from 6.30pm to 9.00pm.

The week will conclude with the ACC Multi Sport Day on Friday, where students from the Peter Moyes Centre (PMC) will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of sporting activities and proudly represent the School. Year 11 student volunteers will accompany and support their PMC peers throughout the day, helping to ensure it is an enjoyable and rewarding experience for all involved – we wish all participants the very best for the day. Tomorrow, also we join schools across Australia in celebrating World Teachers’ Day and recognising the extraordinary contribution our teachers make each day. Through their dedication, expertise and genuine care for every boy, our teachers inspire curiosity, nurture character and help each student grow in confidence and capability. On behalf of our School community, I thank our teaching staff for the passion, commitment and professionalism they bring to Christ Church Grammar School, and for the lasting impact they have on the lives of our students.

Alan Jones
Principal

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• ATAR examinations
• 2027 Peer Support Program
• Sport highlights
• Finishing the year strong

The Valedictory Service and Dinner last week were a wonderful celebration of our 2026 cohort, and we wish the boys every success as they begin their ATAR examinations, which commenced yesterday. To help provide the best possible environment for our Year 12 students during this important period, we ask that you remind your son to keep noise levels to a minimum while moving around campus between classes and after school.

As one chapter closes, another begins. For many students, one of their earliest and most significant memories of Senior School is meeting their Peer Support Leaders on Orientation Day. These student leaders play an important role in helping new students transition smoothly into Senior School life. On Monday, Year 10 students will be informed about the 2027 Peer Support Program, and electronic application forms will be distributed by their Assistant Head of House.

We enjoyed a positive round of PSA fixtures against Hale School, with both Cricket and Water Polo securing victories. It was also wonderful to see the outstanding House spirit on display at the House Rowing Regatta. The boys are looking forward to building on these performances when they take on Trinity this week. A reminder that mouthguards are compulsory for all Basketball players.

As we head into the final five weeks of term, we would appreciate your support in reinforcing the following expectations to help ensure the boys finish the year strongly:

Friday afternoon sport and activities are a compulsory part of the school program. Even if your son is unable to participate, there are valuable opportunities to support teammates and coaches.

If your son needs to leave during the school day for an appointment, please notify the Absentees Office before he departs. Students must also sign out and sign back in using the kiosk located in the Main Administration Building to complete the required verification process. Where possible, we ask that appointments are scheduled outside school hours.

If your son becomes unwell during the day, he should ask his teacher to contact the Health Centre. Once directed, he should report to the nurse, who will contact you if it is necessary for him to go home. Students should not contact home directly to arrange collection without first reporting to the Health Centre.

Your support in following these procedures is greatly appreciated and helps us maintain the highest standard of care for every student.

We look forward to welcoming Year 8 parents to Tuesday evening’s OQD Sundowner.

Upcoming Senior School Events 

• Midnite ‘’Snoopy! The Musical” – Thursday 29 to Saturday 31 October, 7.00pm – Buy tickets
• PSA Sport vs Trinity – Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October
• Year 8 OQD Sundowner – Tuesday 3 November, 6.00pm
• PSA Sport vs Scotch – Friday 6 and Saturday 7 November
• Rock Extravaganza – Sunday 8 November

Jamie Foster
Deputy Principal/Head of Senior School

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• Parent Forum
• Orientation Day
• Increasing independence
• National writing competition success

On Tuesday, I had the pleasure of hosting parents at our Term 4 Parent Forum, titled ‘Preparing for the Next Phase’. The forum provided an opportunity to explore how we can work together to prepare our boys for the transitions ahead and to consider what readiness looks like as they move through the Preparatory School.

With Orientation Day on 20 November approaching, this conversation is particularly timely. Transition is best understood as a process rather than a single event. Change is a constant part of life and learning, and while teachers, classmates, learning spaces and routines may change, the foundations of school life remain steady.

As boys progress through the Preparatory School, we encourage increasing independence. This change might mean having a go before seeking help, making thoughtful choices, organising belongings, asking purposeful questions or taking greater responsibility for everyday routines. Families can support this process by speaking positively about the next step, encouraging questions and acknowledging that excitement and uncertainty can comfortably coexist. Simple opportunities to practise independence at home can also build confidence.

Orientation Day provides familiarity with what comes next, but it is only one part of the transition journey. Throughout this period of change, the Preparatory School team will be there to support your son, providing the care, guidance and encouragement he needs as he takes his next step. Most importantly, readiness grows through practice, not pressure. Through a strong partnership between home and school, we can help every boy approach the year ahead with confidence, increasing independence and a strong sense of belonging.

The Whitlam Institute conducts the annual ‘What Matters?’ Writing Competition for Australian school students from Years 5 to 12. This year more than 6,700 students from Years 5 to 12 across Australia took part in the competition, sharing their perspectives on the issues, experiences and ideas that matter most to them. We are very proud to announce that Makinde Awogun, from 5SO, achieved Runner Up in the Year 5/6 Category. His story can be found here. Makinde and his family travelled to Sydney for the presentation at the end of Term 3. We will acknowledge Makinde’s impressive achievement at our Awards Assembly in Week 4.

Dr. Steven Males
Head of Preparatory School