To mark R U OK? Day, we had the privilege of welcoming Alex Noble – a remarkable young man whose story of resilience, courage and connection deeply reflects the very heart of the R U OK? message: “Ask R U OK? – Any Day.”
At just 16, Alex’s life changed forever when a rugby injury left him with a severe spinal cord injury and a diagnosis of C4 quadriplegia. Told he would never regain movement from the neck down, Alex chose to fight.
In his hospital bed, just four days after emerging from a coma, his first words were to his brother: “Zac, if I fight… you fight.” That moment of brotherly connection sparked the IFIGHTYOUFIGHT movement, which has since inspired hundreds of thousands of people around the world.
Through grit, determination, and the unwavering support of those around him, Alex has defied the odds – learning to breathe again, stand with assistance, walk using an exoskeleton, and rebuild a life filled with purpose.
Now 22, he is a bestselling author, public speaker, university student, law firm employee, and runs his own boat charter business. His story is a living reminder of what’s possible when resilience meets connection and how vital it is to have someone by your side during life’s toughest moments.
That’s exactly what R U OK? Day is about: reminding us that we all have the power to support each other through life’s ups and downs. A single conversation, a caring question, or a quiet moment of listening can be life-changing. Alex’s journey began with one sentence of support which lit a spark.
Waverley College is proud to support R U OK? Day and the powerful legacy of its founder, Gavin Larkin, whose sons Gus and Van are former students of our College. If you’re unfamiliar with their story, we encourage you to watch the moving Australian Story episode “Beyond OK” (Season 22, Episode 30), available on ClickView or ABC iView.
Alex’s message and the message of R U OK? are ultimately the same – that through resilience, connection, and a willingness to ask and listen, we can lift each other up, change lives, and remind one another: you’re never alone in the fight.
This week we celebrated some of the amazing achievements of individuals and teams over the 2025 winter co-curricular season.
View the full list of Winter Co-curricular awards here
On Tuesday evening, I was lucky enough to attend the Year 12 Drama Showcase. The event highlighted the impressive talent within our Year 12 Drama course and students. Their dedication, creativity, and skill were on full display and truly captivated the audience.
Today we heard from NESA that the following students have been nominated for individual inclusion in the HSC Showcase ‘OnSTAGE’
Congratulations to the following students for their respective performances:
Taj Lynn – Losing Love
James Peate – Select Delete
Renzo Walker – The circle of life
And in the Group Performance category of ‘On STAGE’, the following students were nominated for their performance of ‘Signal Lost’
Lachlan Hoy
Taj Lynn
James Peate
The news of Charlie Kirk’s assasination in the USA has been widely reported, and some students may have seen or heard about it, especially online. Exposure to real-life violence can leave students feeling worried, sad, or unsafe.
Parents can help by:
Waverley College is here to support the safety and wellbeing of your son/s. If your son shows signs of ongoing distress (e.g., nightmares, clinginess or withdrawal), please reach out to external support (GP, Headspace) or our Wellbeing Team to provide additional support.
The VET Excellence Awards is a prestigious annual event held at Parliament House and organised by The Youth Partnership, dedicated to recognising and celebrating the exceptional achievements of students who are undertaking Vocational Education and Training (VET) studies as part of their Higher School Certificate.
The VET Excellence Student Award for Hospitality highlights the dedication and excellence exhibited by Noah: classwork, industry commitment, professionalism, and motivation during his work placements.
Schools can only put forward one student from all VET subjects combined, and right from the start of Year 11, Noah has consistently worked hard in all aspects of the course and is well deserving of this recognition.
Thank you to the many families who have already completed the MMG Education parent survey, and thank you in advance to those still planning to do so. We appreciate that your time is precious and that the survey is quite detailed, but your insights are vital in shaping the future of our College.
Your voice matters. By sharing your perspectives, you help us understand what we do well and where we can grow, ensuring the best possible learning, wellbeing and formation opportunities for your sons.
The parent survey remains open until Monday, 15 September. Once the review period concludes, MMG will prepare a detailed report and we will share the key findings with our community.
If you have any questions, please contact info@waverley.nsw.edu.au. Thank you for your valuable contribution to the future of Waverley College.
Waverley College is proud to host the Educating The Future 10-Year Anniversary Gala on Saturday 29 November, 6–11pm in the College Gymnasium.
This youth-led, volunteer-run NGO founded by two Waverley Old Boys after a 2015 Timor-Leste immersion has since built and supported seven public preschools, giving early education to more than 2,000 children.
The evening will feature keynote addresses from Co-Founder Cirilo Soares and Kirsty Sword Gusmão AO, live music, DJs, dancing, raffles, a silent auction and more.
Tickets are $150 per person, including a three-course meal and entertainment, with all proceeds contributing to the $100,000 fundraising goal (just $53 educates a child for a year). Join us in celebrating a decade of impact and shaping the future for Timor-Leste’s youngest learners.
Get your tickets here!
A friendly reminder that the Waverley College App remains our primary communication channel, so it’s essential to stay connected and ensure you’re subscribed only to the groups and tags relevant to you and your son. This helps streamline your experience and avoids unnecessary notifications, which is particularly important as we head into the start of the Co-Curricular Summer Season in Term 4.
To further improve communication, we are introducing Clipboard as a built-in feature within the Waverley App. Clipboard is a platform that many CAS schools already use successfully to manage co-curricular information. It was originally developed for schools as a way to bring all sport and activity details into one place, making it easier for families to keep track of fixtures, team lists, venues, and cancellations. Importantly, it also personalises notifications, meaning you will only receive updates relevant to your son’s activities, rather than a stream of general alerts.
This integration has been mandated by CAS, but it also aligns with our own goal of making communication with parents clearer, more consistent, and easier to navigate. Clipboard links directly with our existing IT systems, which allows information to flow seamlessly, reducing duplication and ensuring greater accuracy.
From this term, you will notice that all parents now have access to Clipboard via the Co-Curricular button in the Waverley App. Simply log in with your Parent Lounge credentials to explore the platform. Over the coming months, Clipboard will become the central point of communication for all Co-Curricular Sport & Culture activities, gradually replacing some of the functions currently delivered through App Notices.
We appreciate that this is a change, and there will be a short transition period where both systems run in parallel. In the long run, we believe this shift will make receiving accurate, timely information about your son’s co-curricular activities far simpler and more personalised.
Please see the below PDF for a step-by-step guide on how to manage your app subscriptions. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Waverley College App Instructions
Click here to access the Google College calendar.
Click here to download the wall calendar in PDF.
Please find below some reminders about upcoming events. For all Term 3 events, please refer to the College calendar.
This week, our Junior School boys took part in a special CCC (Connection, Culture and Communication) lesson to mark R U OK? Day.
The session was designed to help our students understand the importance of asking others if they are okay, recognising the signs when someone may not be feeling their best, and knowing how to respond with care.
Through engaging activities and discussion, the boys explored the value of listening, taking action, and checking in on one another. R U OK? Day provided a meaningful opportunity for our students to reflect on the power of kindness and the role they each play in supporting the wellbeing of their friends and classmates.
A personal highlight for me was being on the gate in the rain Thursday morning, and having the boys walk through the gate asking ‘Are you okay, Miss?’. I assumed they were referring to being out in the pouring rain, but no.
Our boys were checking in, not focused on themselves, but on others. They were asking how I was feeling; being compassionate and kind. I was incredibly proud at this moment, and reminded of the importance of asking the question ‘Are you okay?’, not just on RUOK? Day, but everyday.
At Waverley College, we are committed to ensuring that our students are well prepared for an ever-changing, fast-paced technological world, while also recognising the importance of time away from screens.
One of the key pillars of the College’s new Strategic Plan is Healthy People, which includes a commitment to “reimagine our relationship with laptops and devices Yr 5-12.”
This work is already underway, with a focus on finding the right balance between technology as a powerful learning tool and the need for students to develop healthy, sustainable habits.
Recent changes have strengthened our IT and access controls. Known gaming sites have been blocked (though we know students are quick to discover new ones – so this remains a priority for our IT team).
While YouTube is currently still accessible, we are reviewing its future use following the national YouTube social media ban beginning on 10 December. Our goal is to block YouTube within the school environment, while still enabling teachers to access approved educational content when required.
To support this flexibility, we are rolling out Saasyan, a tool that gives teachers more direct control over students’ online access. Teachers are currently being trained in its use and will soon be able to unlock specific sites (such as an approved YouTube clip) for the duration of a lesson, while keeping all other sites restricted.
Building Responsibility and Good Habits
While the College continues to strengthen systems and controls, we also expect students to take responsibility for their laptop use. Learning to make good decisions, respect boundaries, and use technology responsibly is a key part of their growth.
Screen-Free Initiatives
We are excited to have a Screen-Free Week in Week 1 of Term 4. In the Junior School, this will become a regular feature each term. While laptops remain essential for many lessons, these weeks provide valuable opportunities for students to practise balance, work collaboratively, and engage with alternative tools and approaches to learning.
Looking Ahead
From 2026, the Junior School is exploring the introduction of charging stations on campus, allowing laptops to remain at school unless needed for special projects or assignments.
The use of technology in the Junior School will continue to be a focus area as we work towards a healthier balance for all students. Our approach is guided by data, best practice, and parent feedback. We encourage all parents to complete the MMG Survey to share their perspectives and help shape the future of technology at the College.
Our ultimate goal is to ensure that our boys are not only skilled and confident users of technology, but also capable of making balanced, thoughtful choices to best prepare them for High School and beyond.
Congratulations to all the students who participated in the 2025 ICAS Assessments.
A special congratulations to the following students who received a credit or above in Mathematics.
Mathematics Year 5
High Distinction
Max Johnson
Distinction
Remy Burges
Credit
Harry Hickman
Jaxon Woods
Liam Mulligan
Lok Long
Spencer Russell
Mathematics Year 6
Credit
Eric Rakoczy
Jack Guille
Joshua Satya
Leo Murphy
Marlon Hair
Spencer Murphy
Sam Jarrett
Nixon Oakes
Ziggy Sarkozy
English Year 5
Credit
Harry Hickman
Jaxon Woods
English Year 6
Distinction
Eric Rakoczy
Credit
Dashiell Ingram
Spencer Murphy
Science Year 5
Distinction
Max Johnson
Credit
Ander Fletcher-Zaballa
Harry Hickman
Jaxon Woods
Science Year 6
Credit
Spencer Murphy
Nixon Oakes
Digital Technologies Year 5
Distinction
Jaxon Woods
Credit
Liam Mulligan
Digital Technologies Year 6
Credit
Nixon Oakes
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We offer all students in Year 5 and Year 6 the opportunity to receive free additional support after school for the completion of home learning tasks. The afternoon sessions also provide a quiet, supervised study space for students who want to complete their assigned tasks.
Home Learning Club operates in the Learning Hub from 3pm until 4pm – on Mondays & Wednesdays, and in the 6 Gold classroom on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
The club runs during the school term unless there is a scheduled Professional Development meeting or school event and the club will be closed.
Procedures
Only register his name once to allow other students the opportunity to attend. The session is limited to 20 spots. There will be a roll call to ensure attendance.
Students are required to stay for the full session unless there is a message in the student diary requesting early leave; a parent’s signature will be required.
Click here to access the Google College calendar.
Click here to download the wall calendar in PDF.
Please find below some reminders about upcoming events. For all Term 3 events, please refer to the College calendar.
Our Father’s Day Mass was a special celebration that brought together fathers, father figures, and their sons in a meaningful way. It was a wonderful opportunity to pause and reflect on the important role these relationships play in our community, while sharing in prayer and connection.
Following the Mass, families gathered for a sausage sizzle, which provided a chance to continue the celebrations in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. We extend our sincere thanks to the Waverley Old Boys Union for their generosity and hard work in preparing and cooking the barbeque for everyone to enjoy.
We are also most grateful to Father Bernie and Mr Ghattas for their leadership and organisation of such a memorable and uplifting event. Their efforts ensured the celebration was a fitting tribute to the fathers and father figures who guide, support, and inspire our students each day.
On Wednesday, our Junior School As played against a tough opposition during a lunchtime competition in the spirit of World Health and Physical Education Day. The As put up a fight against the Staff Team, but in the end were outplayed! While the staff were (humbly) victorious, the A’s should be very proud of their efforts and everyone certainly had a lot of fun.
Year 6 students have been working hard rehearsing for our upcoming musical production, Aladdin Jr, and they can’t wait to share their performance with you!
You’ll have three chances to watch the show:
Attendance and participation in all performances is expected for all Year 6 students.
Tickets will go on sale starting Week 8 – be sure to look out for more details soon. Costume information will also be sent out in the coming weeks.
We look forward to seeing you at one of the shows!
Thank you to all of the students who entered our Book Week competitions.
There was an incredible number of submissions, and it was wonderful to see such a wealth of creativity and imagination on display.
In the Poetry Competition, a special thank you goes to Mrs Mary Ryan, English Teacher and Literacy Coordinator, who had the very challenging task of judging such an outstanding collection of poems.
For our Visual Arts Competition, thank you to Ms Jenna Turnbull, our Acting Head of Visual Arts, and Mrs Rebecca Lawrence, who judged the creative pieces that interpreted this year’s Book Week theme, BOOK AN ADVENTURE. The artworks showcased not only skill but also deep imagination and unique perspectives.
L-R Matthew Pereira, Spencer Murphy, Luca Robinson, Samuel Loughrey, Jakob Svensson & Lachlan Smith
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded Outstanding Achievement in Poetry Writing.
Spencer Murphy
Lachlan Smith
Luca Robinson
Samuel Loughrey
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded Highly Commended in Poetry Writing.
Jakob Svensson
Matthew Pereira
Visual Arts Winners
L-R Oliver Starkenburg, Samuel Loughrey, Oscar Loebenstein, Leo Sager, Henry Avenell & Lachlan Rose
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded Outstanding Achievement in Creative Arts
Samuel Loughrey
Oliver Starkenburg
Henry Avenell
Oscar Loebenstein
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded Highly Commended in Creative Arts
Leo Sager
Lachlan Rose
Year 5 Public Speaking Finals
This week, we had the Year 5 Public Speaking Competition. All the boys put in an incredible amount of effort, with one stand-out student taking home the trophy!
Well done to all the finalists, and thank you, Mr Jack Wachtel, Ms Emma Halpin and Dante Fearn for adjudicating the finals.
Congratulations to our finalists Spencer Russell, Cameron Singson, Beckham Bolder, Rex Wagner and our Public Speaking Champion 2025, Oscar Loebenstein.
CLICK on the link to book https://homelearningclub.youcanbook.me
We offer all students in Year 5 and Year 6 the opportunity to receive free additional support after school for the completion of home learning tasks. The afternoon sessions also provide a quiet, supervised study space for students who want to complete their assigned tasks.
Home Learning Club operates in the Learning Hub from 3pm until 4pm – on Mondays & Wednesdays, and in the 6 Gold classroom on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
The club runs during the school term unless there is a scheduled Professional Development meeting or school event and the club will be closed.
Procedures
Only register his name once to allow other students the opportunity to attend. The session is limited to 20 spots. There will be a roll call to ensure attendance.
Students are required to stay for the full session unless there is a message in the student diary requesting early leave; a parent’s signature will be required.
In Week 9, we will be holding our Junior School Winter Co-curricular Awards Assembly during Period 1 on Monday 15th September.
This assembly is for students only due to capacity in our Auditorium. Students who missed presentation nights will receive their trophies here. We will also acknowledge other co-curricular activities that students have participated in, and announce Athletics Age Champions.
We are looking forward to celebrating the achievements of our students over the Winter season.
Fitness Club
Fitness Club has been a success this term, keeping students active and busy between Co-curricular seasons. Students have been working on stair runs, endurance training and body weight exercises. Strong and energised, students have been enjoying this club and smashing their fitness goals! We are grateful for the preparation and coaching of our wonderful staff trainers.
Dear Year 5 Parents and Carers,
It is that time of the year where sports preferences are collected in order to create draws and plan for 2026. Please discuss the below choices with your son/s and use the below link to nominate first and second preferences for 2026 Summer and Winter Sports.
Summer Choices:
Winter Choices:
Please read all instructions on this form carefully. It will close on November 1, 2025.
Thank you to the many fathers, grandfathers and significant male role models who joined us for this morning’s Father’s Day Coffee and Breakfast. Your presence means a great deal to our community, and we value the time you set aside to share these moments with your sons. A special thank you also to our Year 5 and 6 fathers who attended Mass at Mary Immaculate, followed by a BBQ lunch generously cooked by our Old Boys which is a wonderful way to connect across generations of the Waverley family.
During the gathering, our new Deputy Principal – Students, Mr John Allen, reflected on his own upbringing as one of seven children in a large Catholic family. He spoke about the lasting influence of his father, emphasising how positive role modelling, storytelling and strength of character can help shape young men into compassionate, responsible adults.
We are grateful for the commitment and example you continue to provide for the boys of Waverley College and I offer this prayer for you this weekend.
God our loving Father,
We give you thanks and praise for the gift of fathers, grandfathers and all father-figures who guide us with wisdom, patience and love.
Bless young fathers, newly embracing their vocation; grant them courage and perseverance to balance work, family and faith with joy and sacrifice.
Strengthen fathers who work quietly and faithfully, like St Joseph, protecting, providing and leading with steady hearts.
Comfort fathers who are far from home, fathers who carry burdens or sorrow, and those whose children are lost or suffering.
We remember with gratitude the fathers, grandfathers and great-grandfathers who have gone before us; may their love continue to nourish us and their legacy inspire us.
For men who are not fathers yet mentor, coach and care for the young, thank you for their fatherly presence among us.
May every dad be a living reflection of your fatherly care, bringing light, faith and blessing to their families.
“The righteous man walks in integrity – blessed are his children after him.” (Proverbs 20:7)
Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Thank you to the many families who have already completed the MMG Education parent survey, and thank you in advance to those still planning to do so. We appreciate that your time is precious and that the survey is quite detailed, but your insights are vital in shaping the future of our College.
As part of Waverley’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, we are undertaking a comprehensive review of the College experience for students, staff and families. All NSW schools in the Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) network participate in this independent and confidential feedback process every 2–3 years. MMG Education, a respected external consultancy, conducts the survey to ensure honest, anonymous and de-identified responses.
Your voice matters. By sharing your perspectives, you help us understand what we do well and where we can grow, ensuring the best possible learning, wellbeing and formation opportunities for your sons.
The parent survey remains open until Monday, 15 September. Once the review period concludes, MMG will prepare a detailed report and we will share the key findings with our community.
If you have any questions, please contact info@waverley.nsw.edu.au. Thank you for your valuable contribution to the future of Waverley College.
I am delighted to share the news that our State Significant Development Application (SSDA) has been formally approved. This milestone provides Waverley College with a clear and confident roadmap for the next few decades and beyond.
Securing an SSDA is no small task. It is an extensive, highly regulated process requiring vision, persistence and collaboration across many months. This approval gives us long-term certainty and the flexibility we need to respond to a rapidly changing educational landscape. It also ensures that the College can continue to deliver exceptional learning and wellbeing opportunities for our students in facilities that match our ambitions.
With this approval in place, we now have a framework to schedule a suite of campus improvements as resources allow. Planned works over the coming years include:
These developments will not only enhance learning, sport and wellbeing, but also create a safer, more cohesive and future-ready campus for our young men.
The SSDA approval marks a new chapter for Waverley College. One that honours our heritage while embracing an ambitious, student-centred future. We look forward to sharing more detailed timelines and staging plans as projects commence.
Thank you for your continued partnership as we shape the next 30+ years of excellence at Waverley.
This week I had the pleasure of attending the commissioning of Ms Natalie Devenish as the new Principal of St Dominic’s College, one of our fellow EREA schools in New South Wales. The ceremony was led by the Most Reverend Vincent Long, Bishop of Parramatta, and was a wonderful celebration of leadership and faith within our Edmund Rice network.
Ms Devenish brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having served as Assistant Principal at both CBC Lewisham and St Mary’s Cathedral College.
Her connection to Waverley is also a special one, her brother, Mr Gary Kennedy, is a highly valued member of our Science Department. We warmly congratulate Natalie and wish her every success as she leads the St Dominic’s community into an exciting new chapter.
On Wednesday, members of our Senior Cadet Rank proudly supported Legacy Day, selling badges at school, Charing Cross and Bondi Junction to raise vital funds for veterans’ families. Thanks to the generosity of the Waverley and wider community, we raised over $4000, directly assisting Legacy in its mission to provide ongoing care, guidance and financial support to over 40,000 partners and children of those who have given their lives or health in service to our country.
We sincerely thank Ms Julie-Ann de Kantzow and Ms Jessica Stanley for coordinating this meaningful initiative, and all who contributed to continuing Legacy’s century-long promise of hope and stability.
Waverley College is proud to host the Educating The Future 10-Year Anniversary Gala on Saturday 29 November, 6–11pm in the College Gymnasium. This youth-led, volunteer-run NGO founded by two Waverley Old Boys after a 2015 Timor-Leste immersion has since built and supported seven public preschools, giving early education to more than 2,000 children.
The evening will feature keynote addresses from Co-Founder Cirilo Soares and Kirsty Sword Gusmão AO, live music, DJs, dancing, raffles, a silent auction and more. Tickets are $150 per person, including a three-course meal and entertainment, with all proceeds contributing to the $100,000 fundraising goal (just $53 educates a child for a year). Join us in celebrating a decade of impact and shaping the future for Timor-Leste’s youngest learners.
Get your tickets here!
Second Visit from Renowned Author Gary Lonesborough
It was an honour to welcome back Gary Lonesborough as guest speaker at our ‘Wear It Purple Day’ Assembly last Friday. Since his previous visit on 25 July, Gary’s YA novel I’m Not Really Here has gone on to win the CBCA Book of the Year Award for Older Readers.
The CBCA is an annual literary competition for Australian children’s books, established by the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) to promote high-quality literature for young Australians. The awards celebrate Australian authors and illustrators and encourage contributions to children’s literature, recognizing outstanding books for young people aged 0 to 18. To win this award is a remarkable achievement. In a time when creativity and originality are being threatened, we are very grateful to Gary for reminding us of the joy of simply writing for the love of writing.
Reading and Writing
At Waverley, we are committed to building a strong reading and writing culture – one that equips our students with skills that will serve them for life. In a time when global and local research highlights a concerning decline in reading, we are proud to see our students bucking the trend through their dedication along with the support of our library and literacy programs.
Our library improvements and the tireless work of English teachers, Learning Support, and library staff ensure that students have access to engaging books, vibrant reading spaces, and ongoing encouragement to make reading part of their daily lives.
Two of the platforms that have become cornerstones of our literacy journey are Writer’s Toolbox and Beanstack.
Through Writer’s Toolbox, students are developing their writing with enthusiasm and determination. To date this year, they have written an extraordinary 1,021,475 words, sought feedback 155,556 times, and made 214,699 improvements to their drafts. As students continue to master the twelve sentence styles, we are excited to see their writing fluency and confidence grow.
On the reading front, Beanstack has motivated students to read with both joy and purpose. Since July alone, students have logged over 48,072 minutes of reading. Our ongoing Reading Challenge has created a buzz of excitement, with prizes to inspire every reader. During Book Week, we also launched the ‘Top Reader – Teacher’s Choice’ awards for Years 7 and 8, celebrating students who have demonstrated consistency and commitment to reading.
These achievements are a testament to the combined efforts of students, teachers, and library staff, and they underline our school’s strong commitment to literacy. Together, we are building not only skills but also a deep, long lasting engagement with reading and writing that will help our students thrive and succeed beyond the school gates.
Inaugural Waverley Exchange Breakfast with Dr Sam Lackey
On Wednesday morning we were delighted to launch our new Waverley Exchange Breakfast series with guest speaker and Waverley College Old Boy, Dr Sam Lackey. The event brought together a group of engaged Year 11 and 12 students who had the opportunity to hear firsthand from Dr Lackey about his fascinating global career spanning civil engineering, mining, infrastructure, government, and corporate finance.
Dr Lackey shared practical insights and inspiring reflections on the opportunities that come with engineering, and encouraged students to choose subjects and career paths they enjoy, emphasising that passion, hard work and the ability to work with different people are just as important as qualifications.
He also strongly encouraged the boys to continue extra curricular activities whether it is sport, music, surf life saving or debating as well as charitable works as it helps to build a network and can open up doors. We thank Dr Lackey for generously giving his time and for offering such thoughtful and motivational guidance to our senior students.
Our next Waverley Exchange Breakfast will be in Term 4 with another successful Waverley Old Boy and we encourage students in year 11 to attend.
The Y12 Drama class completed their final HSC performance exams last week. Now it’s your chance to see the fabulous results of all their efforts!
We invite all friends and family of Y12 Drama to come to the 2025 HSC Drama Showcase at the PAC on Tuesday 9 th September, from 5pm to 7pm. The performances are the culmination of many months of focus and dedication. The boys will perform two excellent Group Performances. Signal Lost (devised by Taj Lynn, James Peate and Lachlan Hoy) imagines a dystopian future where the only thing keeping society together is the worship of the mysterious ‘interweb’ and the ‘Doge-King,’ Elon Musk.
Turbulence (created by Renzo Walker, Harry Bowcock, Finn Jones and Harrison Thorpe) examines the way in which our headlong pursuit of an idealised life can stop us from truly appreciating each moment.
An eclectic selection of the boys’ Individual performances will also be on offer, ranging from black comedy, through the lyrical, heightened-realism of Tennessee Williams, to the dark quasi-absurdist theatre of Mark Ravenhill.
Come and help celebrate the wonderful achievements of the 2025 HSC Drama class!
See you there!
Please find below some reminders about upcoming events. For all Term 3 events, please refer to the College calendar.
This week has been a positive and uplifting one for our Waverley community, with lots of sunshine. Our Open Day was a wonderful celebration of learning, with students proudly sharing their experiences and achievements.
Their enthusiasm and confidence shone as they guided visitors, showcased their work, and demonstrated the vibrant spirit of our school. It was a joy to see families and guests witness firsthand the engaging and supportive environment that makes Waverley so special.
In addition, our boys represented the school with pride at the IPSHA carnival. Their dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship were evident throughout the day, and we congratulate them on their efforts and achievements.
It was a proud moment for Waverley, with students demonstrating not only their talents but also their commitment to giving their best.
This week also included a Whole School Assembly in the Senior School, where we heard from Edmund Rice Beyond Borders and Edmund Rice Foundation representatives, Jason Bongers and Sam Karanja.
Their inspiring words reminded us of the strong Edmund Rice tradition at Waverley, highlighting the importance of Liberating Education and encouraging our boys to grow in their understanding of service to others.
The assembly also saw the induction of the 2026 student leaders, a significant moment for our community. These leaders now step into roles of responsibility and service, setting an example through their actions and character for younger students to aspire to and follow.
Together, these events highlight the rich opportunities available at our school and the wonderful ways our students continue to grow, both in and out of the classroom.
Next Wednesday 3 September, our Year 5 and Year 6 students will have the opportunity to
choose a special gift for their father, or father figure, from a range of gifts at our annual Father’s Day Stall.
The boys will enjoy a shopping experience where they will select a gift sourced from our Waverley and local community. Gifts will be under $30 and boys will be able to pay with cash or card and take their purchase home with them that day.
Boys will be able to purchase just one gift to begin with and if numbers of gifts permit, they will be invited back if they wish to purchase a second gift.
Happy shopping to the boys!
This week, students enjoyed an outdoor science lesson focusing on chemical reactions!
CLICK on the link to book https://homelearningclub.youcanbook.me
We offer all students in Year 5 and Year 6 the opportunity to receive free additional support after school for the completion of home learning tasks. The afternoon sessions also provide a quiet, supervised study space for students who want to complete their assigned tasks.
Home Learning Club operates in the Learning Hub from 3pm until 4pm – on Mondays & Wednesdays, and in the 6 Gold classroom on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
The club runs during the school term unless there is a scheduled Professional Development meeting or school event and the club will be closed.
Procedures
Only register his name once to allow other students the opportunity to attend. The session is limited to 20 spots. There will be a roll call to ensure attendance.
Students are required to stay for the full session unless there is a message in the student diary requesting early leave; a parent’s signature will be required.
2026 Sport Preferences (current Year 5 Parents and Carers only)
Dear Year 5 Parents and Carers,
It is that time of the year where sports preferences are collected in order to create draws and plan for 2026. Please discuss the below choices with your son/s and use the below link to nominate first and second preferences for 2026 Summer and Winter Sports.
Summer Choices:
Winter Choices:
Please read all instructions on this form carefully. It will close on November 1, 2025.
On Wednesday, 27 August, twenty Junior School athletes went to Sydney Olympic Park to compete at the IPSHA Athletics Carnival.
IPSHA (Independent Primary School Heads Association) is the umbrella organisation that we play sports under.
Students ran, jumped and threw against the top athletes from our fellow competitor schools.
It was a fun day for students supporting their Wave mates, with some of our athletes even smashing their PBs.
Congratulations to Liam Morrissey (Year 6) and Sonny Milis (Year 5) for progressing through to CIS Athletics next week.
On the 5 of Sep, Liam will be competing in Long Jump and Sonny running in the 1500m. We wish them all the best!
After years of near misses and determined efforts over 34 years, Waverley College has finally triumphed in the prestigious inter-school CAS Debating competition.
The team delivered a commanding performance in the final round, combining sharp reasoning, confident delivery, and seamless teamwork to secure a long-awaited victory.
Their success marks a historic moment for the school, reflecting not only the talent and dedication of this year’s debaters but also the hard work of coaches and past teams who laid the groundwork.
Congratulations to our 1st Debating team, (Y12) James Peate, (Y12) Tom Jackson-Whitlock, and (Y12) Nick Zanapalis who won the CAS debating competition (tied with Knox Grammar and St Aloysius College).
Congratulations and thank you to their respective coaches and convenors for all of their continued support and guidance of the team – Mr Christian Kitas (WCOB 2022), Ms Maisie Gordon, Ms Emma Halpin and Ms Alice Curtis.
James Peate was selected to captain the Seconds in the CAS rep team.
I would also like to acknowledge the work of Ms Natasha Zivanovic who introduced debating in Year 6 seven years ago, and facilitated participation in the IPSHA tournament.
Natasha reports that 42 students trialled for the Junior School Debating Team this year!
Today we celebrated Wear it Purple Day, an annual LGBTQIA+ awareness day that Waverley College proudly supports. The day is about celebrating diversity and fostering supportive, safe, empowering, and inclusive learning environments.
As an EREA school, we value diversity and have clear policies in place to support this commitment. This is a day for everyone, both the LGBTQIA+ community and allies to stand together in solidarity.
We were honoured to welcome as guest speaker on assembly acclaimed author Gary Lonesborough who is a proud Yuin man from the far south Coast of NSW. Gary’s latest novel I’m Not Really Here has gone on to win the CBCA Book of the Year Award.
Gary shared his story of identity, cultural heritage, grief, resilience, community and youth justice with the audience. He reminded us that storytelling can be a powerful way to celebrate identity, foster understanding, and create safe spaces for young people. 
After an extensive process of interviews, presentations, and staff, year level and house voting, the 2026 College Captains have been chosen. Congratulations to the following students:
Ben Cromer – Captain
James Barber – Vice Captain
Dante Fearn – Vice Captain
Charlie Carter – Vice Captain
Aungier
Angus Peshos – House Captain
Will Anstis – House Prefect
Patrick Blackall – House Prefect
Ben Adams – House Prefect
Brennan
Bobby McLennan – House Captain
Parker Campbell – House Prefect
Lachlan Gibbins – House Prefect
Lewis Hamilton – House Prefect
Conlon
William Lerche – House Captain
Nicholas Scerri – House Prefect
Adam Curran – House Prefect
Zac Jones – House Prefect
Green
Cy Preketes – House Captain
William Elliott – House Prefect
Roman Leilua– House Prefect
Will Solomon- House Prefect
Lacey
Owen Patient – House Captain
Jack Green – House Prefect
Billy Packington – House Prefect
William Livissianis – House Prefect
O’Connor
James Grant – House Captain
Mikayl Keshavarz– House Prefect
Ashton Hourn – House Prefect
Quinn
Charles Le Marchant – House Captain
Ryan Crawford – House Prefect
Will Tzavaras – House Prefect
Wolfie Penn – House Prefect
Tevlin
Xavier Kopsiaftis – House Captain
Fred Robertson – House Prefect
Lachlan Jones – House Prefect
Jack Richardson – House Prefect
We warmly invite all fathers, grandfathers, and significant men in the lives of our Waverley College students to celebrate Father’s Day with a special breakfast alongside your sons. This occasion is a wonderful opportunity to share time together, enjoy a light meal, and strengthen connections within our Waverley College community.
Date: Friday, 5 September
Time: 8am – 8:45am
Venue: Birrell Street Basketball Court (entry via Birrell Street)
To assist with catering, please RSVP today, Friday, 29 August.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Father’s Day 2025 – Buy a Paver
With Father’s Day fast approaching, why not give a gift that lasts a lifetime? A personalised paver on the Waverley Walk, located just inside the iconic Carrington Road gates, is a unique way to honour the fathers and father figures in our community.
Your paver will not only serve as a permanent reminder of your family’s connection to the College, but it will also support the construction of the new Science & Innovation Centre, ensuring future generations of Waverlians have access to world-class learning facilities.
With only 19 pavers remaining, now is the time to secure this meaningful and enduring Father’s Day gift.
All pavers purchased from December 2024 onwards will be installed in early Term 4. Secure your customised paver today by clicking here.
The College was delighted to welcome back our Old Boys from the Class of 2015 for their 10-Year Reunion.
It was a special occasion filled with stories, laughter, and fond memories, as classmates reconnected and reflected on their journeys since leaving Waverley. It was also inspiring to hear about the diverse professional pathways they have pursued over the past decade.
A special thank you to Tom Miletich and former College Captain Ruairi Biollo for organising such a memorable gathering. We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2015 back to Waverley again soon.
One of Waverley’s greatest strengths is the intellectual wealth within our Old Boys community, a resource we have not fully drawn upon in the past. That is about to change.
Next week we are launching The Waverley Exchange Breakfast, a new series of mentoring and networking sessions designed to connect accomplished Old Boys with our senior students. These gatherings will give Year 11 and Year 12 students the chance to hear first-hand from Waverlians who have excelled in their chosen fields, and to build supportive networks that extend beyond the College gates.
We are honoured to welcome our first guest speaker, Dr Samuel Lackey (Class of 1964). With an extraordinary career spanning mining engineering and finance, and international experience in countries such as Canada, Saudi Arabia and Iraq, Dr Lackey brings a wealth of knowledge and insights. His story will no doubt inspire our students as they prepare to chart their own paths.
This initiative marks the beginning of a stronger tradition at Waverley – one where the experience and expertise of our Old Boys becomes a guiding light for the generations who follow.
Congratulations to Archie Godby (Year 12) as Waverley College’s recipient of the Archbishop of Sydney Awards for Student Excellence 2025. A medal and certificate were presented to Archie by Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP at St Mary’s Cathedral College Hall earlier this week.
Established in 1999 by Edward Bede Cardinal Clancy, the Archbishop’s awards are an annual recognition of some of the outstanding young men and women in Catholic schools.
They have been an important way of highlighting the very positive contribution that young people make to their local communities. Specifically, these awards recognise those young people who give witness to their Christian values and who actively contribute to the faith life of their school.
Recipients of the award are practising Catholics who show responsible participation in the life, mission, and work of the Catholic faith community.
On Tuesday evening we had the opportunity for staff and parents to hear from Dr Judith Locke, a registered clinical psychologist with expertise in modern parenting, family wellbeing, and educational settings. With a background as a teacher and school counsellor, Judith is also a bestselling author of The Bonsai Child, The Bonsai Student and Raising Anxiety.
She gives practical and effective strategies to build children’s resilience, confidence and capability in the home and in their schooling. Judith also explains how good intentions may inadvertently make children more anxious, and offers practical strategies to turn this around. For further information, please consider one of Judith’s books.
We are proud to share the wonderful achievements of Year 12 student, Ollie, who recently represented Australia in his first international swimming competition.
Ollie’s journey began with a staging camp in Slovakia before heading to Romania to compete against some of the world’s toughest swimmers in challenging European summer conditions. In his heat, Ollie swam a personal best of 22.41 seconds in the 50m freestyle, placing him 6th overall and securing a place in the semi-final. Although he narrowly missed a spot in the final, finishing equal 9th, the story didn’t end there. A swim-off was required to determine the reserve finalist – and Ollie rose to the occasion.
That evening, he produced an extraordinary swim of 22.11 seconds, smashing his own PB and breaking the National All-Time 17 Years Record, previously held by Olympic champion Kyle Chalmers. While he remained reserve for the final, Ollie’s time would have placed him 3rd overall – an incredible achievement at this level of competition.
Ollie now proudly holds the National Age Record in both the short course and long course 50m freestyle (17 years), a remarkable milestone in his career. We congratulate him on this outstanding achievement and look forward to following his continued success in the pool
Thank you to our Hospitality teachers, Ms Bev McCarthy, Mr Mark Neale, and Ms Georgie Weaver, for organising the VET Hospitality Takeover at Bistro on the Greens on Tuesday night.
The evening was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the value of VET in a setting that was social, enjoyable, and truly impactful for everyone involved. Sixty parents and twenty staff members attended, creating a strong sense of community and support around our students.
For the boys, this event was more than just a dinner service, it was a culmination of two years of dedicated training in Hospitality. It gave them the chance to demonstrate their skills in a professional environment and, for many, to shine in an area where they’ve found genuine passion and success. Events like this allow students to represent their school with pride and confidence.
Thank you again to everyone who attended and supported the event. We are proud to promote the strength and importance of VET in the Waverley community through authentic and meaningful experiences like this.
As part of this week’s Waves Wednesday initiative, mentor groups were invited to step back in time and recreate two significant moments from the school’s historical archives. The challenge aimed to foster school spirit, creativity, and a deeper connection to our rich heritage.
The first photo recreation paid tribute to the 1936 Tennis Champions.
The second photograph reimagined Prime Minister John Gorton’s 1970 visit with the Cadet Unit.
These visual homages served not only as a fun and engaging activity but also as a meaningful opportunity for students to connect with the school’s legacy.
Year 11 Engineering Studies students put their biomedical engineering skills into practice this week by constructing mechanical prosthetic hands for donation to landmine victims overseas. These recipients, often living in low-resource settings, would otherwise be unable to access or afford a prosthesis.
The project offered students a meaningful opportunity to apply design and mechanical principles to a real-world humanitarian need. Each prosthetic was carefully assembled to ensure functionality, comfort, and durability, reinforcing the role of engineering as a tool for social impact.
This hands-on initiative not only developed technical competencies but also encouraged empathy and ethical problem-solving.
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This week, we were pleased to welcome Year 12 back to classes following their HSC Trial Examinations, HSC plus Vocational workshops and Work Experience placements.
On Tuesday evening, I had the privilege of attending the Year 12 HSC Music Recital.
Our Music 1 and Music 2 students presented their final practical performances before an audience of staff and parents. T
he standard of musicianship was truly outstanding, and I congratulate each student on their artistry, dedication and courage. We wish them every success as they continue refining their performances ahead of the HSC.
On Wednesday evening, the College hosted the Annual HSC Art & Design Show.
This special occasion showcased the exceptional Major Works of our Year 12 Industrial Technology, Visual Arts and Design & Technology students, alongside impressive contributions from Year 11 Technologies and Years 9–11 Elective Visual Arts classes.
The creativity, innovation and skill on display were a wonderful reflection of the students’ passion and commitment.
A sincere thank you also goes to our Hospitality students, whose professionalism and effort in catering for the event added so much to the evening.
This week we are delighted to welcome several new staff members to Waverley College, each bringing a wealth of experience, talent and enthusiasm to our community.
Mr John Allen has joined our Leadership Team as Deputy Principal – Students. John comes to us from Trinity Grammar School with over 20 years of senior leadership experience and a deep commitment to student wellbeing, holistic education and Catholic values. His leadership background includes roles as Acting Deputy Headmaster and Head of Middle School. An Oxford graduate with a Master of Science, John has extensive experience teaching across both the HSC and IB programs. He is a dedicated educator, mentor and leader, and we are excited for the expertise and vision he will contribute to the College.
Mr Tom Ritchie has joined our Learning Support Department until the end of Term. Tom comes to us from Haggerston School, London, and holds a Bachelor (Honours) in Sports Studies and a Graduate Diploma in Education from Stirling University, UK. Beyond the classroom, Tom is a qualified swimming and rugby coach, and has worked with the Scottish Rugby Talent Identification program.
Mr Conor De Courcey has joined our TAS Department from Tanglin Trust School, Singapore. Conor brings over 11 years of experience in Design and Technology, holding a Bachelor (Honours) in Graphics and Media Design and a Bachelor in Design and Visual Communication. His expertise will greatly enrich our students’ learning in this field.
Mr Oliver Knight, who many of you will know from the Junior School, has transitioned to the Senior School to join our PDHPE Department. Ms Chloe-Jane Tweedie will take over Oliver’s Year 6 class in the Junior School, and we thank her for stepping so capably into this role.
Mrs Narelle Moore has joined our Wellbeing Team, assisting with administration and student attendance. Narelle is also a dedicated community member, volunteering actively with Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club.
Finally, congratulations to Mr Lachlan Drew-Morris, who has been appointed Acting Head of Green House until the end of the year, replacing Mr Scott Coleman. We wish him every success in this important leadership role.
Please join me in warmly welcoming John, Tom, Conor, Oliver, Chloe-Jane and Narelle to their new roles, and congratulating Lachlan on his appointment. We look forward to the energy and expertise they will bring to our community
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Blue & Gold Ball last Saturday. The feedback has been very positive, and it was brilliant seeing the dancefloor packed all night thanks to the amazing Furnace and the Fundamentals.
Thank you to our incredible sponsors and suppliers who contributed resources and their time. We’re also deeply grateful to everyone who generously donated items to the silent auction, and a big congratulations and thank you to all of our lucky auction and raffle winners!
Special thanks to Michael O’Loughlin for opening the evening with a heartfelt Acknowledgement of Country, and to our MC, Anthony “Harries” Carroll, for keeping the laughs and energy flowing all night.
Thanks to your generosity, we raised an incredible $282,127 in gross proceeds towards our new Science & Innovation Centre. What a result!
The journey doesn’t stop here. There are still fantastic ways to support the project, from naming rights for the building, a floor, or a lab, to sponsoring the fit-out and equipment. If you’d like to get involved, our Foundation Team – Billy Nicolas and Kash O’Hara – would love to hear from you.
We were lucky enough to have the event captured by some very talented photographers. You can view the Blue and Gold Ball Gallery HERE and the Media Wall Photos HERE – enjoy reliving some of the magic!
We’re also delighted to share that some of the generous contributors to this year’s Blue & Gold Ball have extended their support beyond the event, offering exclusive discounts for the Waverley College community.
Whether you’re planning a weekend escape, a family adventure, or some high-speed fun, take advantage of these special promotions:
Osborn House – 20% off
Enjoy an exclusive 20% off any stay of 2 nights or more at the beautiful Osborn House, located in the Southern Highlands.
Book here with the discount pre-applied or use promo code WAVERLEY at checkout to apply the offer manually.
This Is Africa Discount – 10% Off
All Waverley College families are eligible for 10% off their next African holiday!* Perfect for those dreaming of a bucket-list adventure. Click here to book.
*T&Cs apply. Discount applies to land content only; flights not included.
HyperKarting – 15% Off Your Next Booking
Get your adrenaline fix at HyperKarting with 15% off your next session. Use promo code Waverley15 at checkout to redeem. Click here to book.
We warmly invite all fathers, grandfathers, and significant men in the lives of our Waverley College students to celebrate Father’s Day with a special breakfast alongside your sons. This occasion is a wonderful opportunity to share time together, enjoy a light meal, and strengthen connections within our Waverley College community.
Date: Friday, 5 September
Time: 8am – 8:45am
Venue: Birrell Street Basketball Court (entry via Birrell Street)
To assist with catering, please RSVP by Friday, 29 August.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
As part of our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, we will soon be offering all parents, students, and staff the opportunity to share their feedback on various aspects of College life.
This research will be conducted by MMG Education, a specialist consultancy that supports schools through strategic reviews and stakeholder satisfaction studies.
Parents will be invited to complete an online questionnaire during a two-week period beginning Monday, 1 September 2025. Staff and students will also participate during this timeframe.
On Monday, 1 September 2025, MMG Education will send you an email invitation with a secure and confidential link to your questionnaire.
To ensure honest and open feedback:
At the end of the review process, MMG Education will provide me with a comprehensive report. I will then share key findings with the College community and provide opportunities to reflect on and discuss the outcomes.
If you have any questions regarding the project, please contact my assistant Robin Ball rball@waverley.nsw.edu.au.
I look forward very much to the valuable contribution you will be making to this important
project by completing your questionnaire.
As our Year 12 students approach the final phase of their school year, it is imperative that they dedicate themselves to maximising the remaining five weeks. Please note the following key messages:
Finalising Competencies and Assessments: for students in the HSC Plus Vocational courses, it is essential that all competencies and assessment tasks are finalised. This is not a mere formality; your teachers must verify your work and submit a final mark for your HSC credential. The timely completion of these tasks is a key requirement for successfully attaining the HSC.
Preparing for Apprenticeships and Work Experience: we strongly recommend that students begin drafting their resumes and cover letters. The English Studies teaching staff are available to provide support with this. Many of you will soon transition into apprenticeships or work experience. This is an opportune time to demonstrate your skills by being proactive, reliable, and diligent. Please remember that your reputation in your chosen industry is powerful, and the impression you leave now could significantly influence future career opportunities.
Making the Most of Trial Feedback: commencing this Thursday, teachers will start returning your Trial Examination papers. We urge you to use the feedback wisely to facilitate improvement. The feedback provided in examiners’ reports and on your individual scripts is highly valuable, and it is important to respect the considerable effort your teachers have invested in this process.
HSC Tutorials and Final Preparations: In the final week of this term, following your graduation, teachers will conduct HSC tutorials during scheduled class periods. These sessions are critical for consolidating knowledge, particularly in subjects such as the Sciences, where content may still be in the final stages of completion. We trust that our students will seize these opportunities for preparation.
Supporting Each Other and Sharing Resources: With the competitive aspect of school rankings now complete, it is more important than ever to support each other. Contributing to the shared Year 12 Study Notes folder and participating in study groups can be incredibly beneficial for everyone.
Finally, we extend our best wishes to all students completing their Major Performances and Works. Your hard work is about to culminate in these final submissions. Let’s ensure these last five weeks are a period of focused and productive effort.
This week is National Homelessness Week across the country, and this Winter period is particularly difficult for those members of our society experiencing homelessness.
Tevlin House is leading the Winter donation drive during Weeks 3,4,5 and 6 in August to support the Matthew Talbot Hostel. Matthew Talbot Hostel helps over 40,000 Sydney men each year in providing accommodation, health, counselling and employment assistance.
Waverley has had a long history of boys volunteering in its kiosk in Woolloomooloo.
Donation Item List
All items can be brought to either the Senior School Wellbeing Centre or Junior school reception during the month of August.
Please find below some reminders about upcoming events. For all Term 3 events, please refer to the College calendar.
Despite the constant rain throughout the week, our students and staff embraced the challenges with resilience and positivity. While the wet weather limited many outdoor activities, it also encouraged creativity in classrooms and highlighted the strong sense of adaptability within our community.
Afternoons provided valuable opportunities for students to further their learning and wellbeing. Our Homework Club continued to support students with their studies, offering a quiet space for focus and assistance when needed. Meanwhile, the Fitness Club allowed students to stay active and engaged, even when the weather kept us indoors. These programs are proving to be a wonderful way for students to balance both academic and physical growth outside of regular class time.
All in all, it has been a week of turning challenges into opportunities and making the most of every moment, rain or shine.
On Tuesday, 2 September, our Year 5 students will be taking part in a special co-educational event with St. Catherine’s School to celebrate National Health & Physical Education Day.
This day is designed to highlight the importance of staying active, working as a team, and enjoying movement as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Year 5 students from both schools will come together in mixed groups to take part in a rotation of 45-minute sessions filled with fun and inclusive physical activities.
At the end of the day, students will make their way to St. Catherine’s Performing Arts Centre to hear from two special guest speakers in a Q&A session, where they will share their life experiences and encourage students to embrace healthy, active lifestyles.
Date: Tuesday, 2 September
Time: School hours (8:40am – 3:00pm)
Uniform: Full sports uniform
What to bring: Water bottle, recess, and lunch (flexischools orders as normal)
This event is a fantastic opportunity for our students to build connections across schools, celebrate National HPE Day, and experience the joy of movement.
We are looking forward to a wonderful day of energy, learning, and fun!
Despite the wet weather, today our Year 6 students took part in their Retreat Day, beginning with a special liturgy in the Senior School. Following this, students engaged in a variety of activities centred on leadership and community. Selected Year 11 students also joined the day, contributing to activities and sharing their own leadership experiences.
This was a wonderful opportunity for our Year 6 students to reflect, grow, and strengthen connections with both peers and older students, as well as their House. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this experience will have on their journey as emerging leaders.
Pre-loved, Pop-up Bookshop
A huge thank you to all the families who donated books for the pre-loved, pop-up bookshop.
It was a very busy & successful initiative, with many happy customers!
Writing Workshop Year 5 & 6
Writing a story continuously is a fun and engaging way to work collaboratively, constructively, critically, and creatively.
The Year 5 and Year 6 students demonstrated impressive writing skills, particularly when working under the pressure of time constraints. Working in groups, the boys collaborated by dividing tasks such as writing, editing, and designing the front covers, showcasing strong teamwork and a wide range of skills.
I am looking forward to reading the finished stories and sharing them with the boys.
Home Learning Club
Click on the link to book – https://homelearningclub.youcanbook.me
We offer all students in Year 5 and Year 6 the opportunity to receive free additional support after school for the completion of home learning tasks. The afternoon sessions also provide a quiet, supervised study space for students who want to complete their assigned tasks.
Home Learning Club operates in the Learning Hub from 3pm until 4pm – on Mondays & Wednesdays, and in the 6 Gold classroom on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
The club runs during the school term unless there is a scheduled Professional Development meeting or school event and the club will be closed.
Procedures
Only register his name once to allow other students the opportunity to attend. The session is limited to 20 spots. There will be a roll call to ensure attendance.
Students are required to stay for the full session unless there is a message in the student diary requesting early leave; a parent’s signature will be required.
We would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation who are the traditional Custodians of the land on which Waverley College is located. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We are committed to honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual connections to the land, waters, seas and sky and their rich contribution to society.
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