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• Mike Dyson presentation
• National Boarding Week
• Broome visit

I trust that all CCGS mothers enjoyed Mothers Day on Sunday and had the opportunity to spend time with family.

On Monday, we welcomed more than 350 parents to a presentation by Mike Dyson. After speaking with students during the day, Mike addressed parents in the evening on the topic of Supporting Your Son to Rise Above the Manosphere. This session was delivered through the Centre for Health and Wellbeing as part of its ongoing program of parent events. The strong attendance reflects the value our community places on partnering with the School in supporting our students’ development. Opportunities such as this allow us to extend the impact of our Health and Wellbeing curriculum beyond the classroom, equipping parents with practical insights to reinforce key messages and behaviours at home. You can view a recording of his presentation here.

This week, we are celebrating National Boarding Week, an important time to recognise the significant contribution our boarders make to Christ Church. Boarding offers a unique experience, fostering independence, resilience and strong friendships. While living away from home presents its challenges, our boarding community is a supportive and vibrant environment where boys quickly find a sense of belonging. Throughout the week, we have been sharing highlights of boarding life on our social media channels, click here to take a look.

Tomorrow, a group of Christ Church swimmers will travel north with Head Swimming Coach Will Greenwood to deliver a community-focused swimming clinic in Broome. The visit is designed not only to support and inspire young local swimmers, but also to give our students valuable experience in leadership, mentoring and community engagement. These clinics will be followed by a sundowner in partnership with our neighbours at Methodist Ladies’ College. It promises to be a relaxed and enjoyable evening, and we warmly invite both familiar and new members of our community to attend. If you or someone you know would like to join us, please click here.

Alan Jones
Principal

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• Year 7 (2027) Senior School orientation
• Year 11 and 12 exams
• Marble Bar visit
• Friday sport

During the last few months, I have been meeting with the 2027 Year 7 students as part of their orientation program into the Senior School. On Tuesday night next week, I, along with other key staff, will address the 2027 cohort and their parents on all things Senior School. We look forward to continuing to orientate them throughout the year in preparation for their transition to the Senior School.

Next week sees the return of the final Year 8 Cape to Cave programs and the start of the Year 11 and 12 exams. For the Year 11 and 12 students, Senior School staff members are available for assistance during this period, and students can use the library for study. On all occasions, including their scheduled exams, students are expected to attend school in winter uniform and have been given clear guidelines on equipment permitted during exams. We wish the Year 11 and 12 students every success during this exam period.

The Year 10 parents are invited to an information evening on Wednesday night regarding Year 11 subject selections. I encourage all parents to attend to gain valuable insights to then help guide their son into making the right subject selections.

Last night, Year 10 students, along with their peers from St Hilda’s, made the most of the amazing weather we have been experiencing and enjoyed a night on the water for the Year 10 River Cruise. Thank you to Mr Ryan Myles and his staff for the organisation of the social opportunities for the Years 10 to 12 students.

This morning, we have a visit by staff and students from Marble Bar Primary School as part of our long-standing partnership through the Service in Action program. Christ Church students and staff visit Marble Bar twice a year, and the Year 11 students stay and work in the school for a week at a time, helping out in classrooms, modelling good learning behaviours, playing sports with the students, doing odd jobs around the school, as well as visiting the local police and nursing posts to better understand life in a remote community. This morning, our students will show the Marble Bar students around the School, visiting the chapel, the river and the Library where they get to choose a book to take home before sharing a morning tea together.

A reminder that Friday afternoon sport and activities are a compulsory part of the school program, and even if your son is unable to play, there is no shortage of jobs he can do to support his team and coaches. We ask that, where possible, appointments be made outside of the school day. Please ensure you have communicated with absentees PRIOR to your son leaving for an appointment. Your son MUST then sign out/sign in through the kiosk located in the Main Administration building to complete the verification process. Your help with these steps is critical to ensuring your son is safe at all times, and our duty of care is absolute.

Upcoming Senior School Events

• PSA Sport vs Hale – Friday 15 and Saturday 16 May
• CCGS/St Hilda’s Year 8 Cape to Cave Program 3: Sunday 17 May to Thursday 21 May
• Year 11 and 12 Semester 1 Exams – Monday 18 May to Thursday 28 May
• Year 10 Parent Information Evening – Year 11 Subject Selection – Wednesday 20 May 6.00pm
• House Cross Country – Friday 22 May
• Year 10 Parent Teacher Student Interviews (online) – Monday 25 May
• PSA Sport (1st Teams only) v Guildford – Thursday 28 May
• Mid Term Break – No school – Friday 29 May to Monday 1 June

Jamie Foster
Deputy Principal/Head of Senior School

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• Canberra Tour
• da Vinci Decathlon
• Athletics Carnival
• Parent Forum

Our Year 6 cohort has recently completed a successful tour of Canberra as part of the Civics and Citizenship education. Over five packed days in Canberra, the Year 6 students began by travelling from Perth, settling into their accommodation and preparing for an exciting week ahead. The boys quickly immersed themselves in the nation’s civic life through embassy visits, the High Court, Old Parliament House and the National Film and Sound Archives, alongside hands-on learning at the Royal Australian Mint and the National Capital Exhibition. Tour highlights included seeing Government House as the Governor-General departed, cycling around Lake Burley Griffin and exploring national institutions such as the Film and Sound Archives, National Museum and Portrait Gallery, capped by a sunset cruise. The Year 6 students took in sweeping views from Mount Ainslie, visited the Australian Institute of Sport and the National Arboretum, and enjoyed the interactive science of Questacon. The week concluded with visits to the Australian War Memorial, the Electoral Commission and Parliament House. Thank you to all staff who gave up their time so students could enjoy this terrific opportunity.

This week, 16 students from Years 5 and 6 headed off to the University of Western Australia to compete in the da Vinci Decathlon, an academic competition across 10 disciplines: engineering, mathematics and chess, code breaking, art and poetry, science, English, ideation, creative producers, cartography and legacy. Students have been preparing before school whilst exploring this year’s theme of mechanics and machinery. Boys were required to collaborate and understand each individual’s strengths to solve challenges creatively. We wish all students the best and thank Mrs MacKinnon and Mrs Durston for their time in supporting the boys in this enrichment opportunity.

Athletics Carnivals are always one of the highlights of the school year in the Preparatory School, and on Wednesday, some of our youngest boys ran and jumped through the Pre-Primary to Year 2 Athletics Carnival. The students participated in their events with enthusiasm and sportsmanship. Well done to all boys who tried their best and represented their Houses with pride. Read more here

This week, the Preparatory School had the pleasure of hosting Dr Paul Swan PhD, as part of our Term 2 Parent Forum. Dr Swan presented a range of insights into mathematical understanding, the importance of mathematical literacy and how simple tasks can be easily modified to extend mathematical thinking. A full Staff Room of parents enjoyed using the hands-on materials to explore a range of mathematical tasks. If you are interested in learning more or purchasing some mathematical resources to support your son’s learning, please click here.

Dr. Steven Males
Head of Preparatory School