Diary Dates
Please find below some reminders about upcoming events. For all Term 3 events, please refer to the College calendar.
- 18 October Summer Sport – Round 7
- 22 October – Aladdin the Musical evening show (Year 6)
- 23 October – Aladdin the Musical matinee and evening show (Year 6)
- 27 October – Summer Sport – Round 8
- 1 November – Summer Sport – Round 9
- 3 November – Year 7 2025 Orientation Day
- 8 November – Summer Sport – Round 10
- 13 November – JS Music Festival 6 pm PAC
- 15 November – Summer Sport – Round 11
- 22 November – Summer Sport – Round 12
- 25 November – Year 6 laptop return
- 26 November – Year 6 Graduation Mass
- 28 November – Year 6 Raging Waters
- 28 November – Semester 2 Reports Available
- 1 December – Year 6 Graduation P + C Event
- 2 December – Presentation Day and Classes Conclude
Welcome Back!
A warm welcome back to all our families as we begin the final and exciting push of the academic year.
After a restful holiday, the energy on campus has been positive this week. This is a crucial term where effort and focus truly pay off, and we want to ensure every student finishes the year feeling proud of their growth and achievements.
Setting the Tone for the Final Stretch
To help our boys embrace this important period, we gathered at our full school assembly on Tuesday morning. We framed Term 4 as “The Final Quarter”, like the end of a great game where everyone needs to bring their best effort, focus, and teamwork.
The core of our message focused on three non-negotiable values for all of our students, which are essential for a successful learning community: Being Safe, Being Respectful, and Being Compassionate.
We shared the following points with the students and encourage you to discuss these values with your son at home:
1. Be SAFE (Protect Your Team)
We reminded the boys that being safe is not just about following rules. It’s about being a great teammate. We asked them to think of safety in a few ways:
- Physical Safety: Moving carefully around the school and playground, keeping hands and feet to ourselves.
- Mental Safety: Knowing that the classroom is a safe space to ask questions, take risks, and learn from mistakes, which we view as proof they are trying.
2. Be RESPECTFUL (Honor the Game)
Respect is the foundation of our community. We stressed that showing respect this term means:
- Respecting the Coaches (Staff): Listening to teachers’ instructions the first time and showing appreciation for their guidance.
- Respecting the Space: Keeping their desks, classrooms and playground tidy, which shows they are ready to focus and learn.
- Respecting the Process: Staying focused on the important work ahead to finish the year strong.
3. Be COMPASSIONATE (Be the Best Teammate)
We highlighted the power of empathy and kindness, especially during a busy final term. Compassion means:
- Lifting Others Up: Offering a hand or a kind word to a peer who might be struggling with work or feeling low.
- Using Kind Words: Recognising that words have power, and using them to encourage, include, and praise others.
- Celebrating Together: Valuing and celebrating the successes of their teammates and classmates as much as their own.
Partnering for a Strong Finish
We are looking forward to the term ahead. By focusing on these three core values of Safety, Respect, and Compassion, will support every student to have the best possible environment to thrive.
As we enter this final quarter, your partnership is invaluable. Please encourage your son to apply himself fully, to be a positive influence on his peers, and to truly enjoy the experience of finishing the school year strong.
We look forward to an excellent Term 4!
Uniform Expectations – Shirts Tucked, Ties Up, College Cut
Taking pride in our College uniform is an important way for students to show respect for themselves, their peers, and the College community. A well-presented uniform reflects an understanding of our shared standards and a commitment to personal discipline.
We ask all students to actively demonstrate this pride by ensuring their Shirts Tucked are always neat and secure, their Ties Up are worn correctly to the knot, and that their hair adheres to the specific standards of the College Cut. Upholding these simple expectations reinforces a positive, professional image for every student and contributes significantly to the strong reputation of our school.
Aladdin the Musical
We are very excited to perform our Junior School Musical for you next week. Please refer to the communication sent this week regarding logistics and organisation. Also, there are still tickets available to the matinee performance on Thursday 23 October at 12pm via this link. Thank you for your support and cooperation with this exciting event!
Year 6 Graduation – Wednesday 26 November 2025
Dear Parents & Carers,
You are all invited to the Year 6 Graduation on Wednesday 26 November to acknowledge the end of your son’s primary school years. Please see the invitation below.
Year 6 Graduation – Request for Photos
As part of the Year 6 Graduation, we will be putting together a slideshow presentation. It would be appreciated if you could send through a photo of your son’s Kindergarten photo (or their first day of Kindergarten, or similar), as this will form part of the presentation. (Please just one photo only)
If you could please send a labelled photo through to liturgy@waverley.nsw.edu.au by no later than Friday Week 5. Picture format as a JPEG or PNG file would be preferred. Please do not send through pdf files.
Assessments in Term 4
Term 4 is always an exciting time of year, filled with rich learning opportunities and a chance to celebrate the growth our students have made across the year. It is also a time when we complete a range of assessments to measure student progress and gain accurate data that helps us identify each child’s strengths and areas for future development.
This term, students will complete their Common Grade Assessments in Mathematics (Measurement and Space, Number and Algebra, and Statistics and Probability) and English, as well as ACER PAT testing in Spelling, Reading, Maths, and General Ability (AGAT).
Our students are well prepared for these assessments through the high-quality teaching and learning experiences provided at the Junior School. Our focus is not on pressure or competition, but on using assessment as a tool to celebrate success and guide each learner’s next steps in their educational journey. Your son’s class teacher will communicate with you directly regarding when these assessments will take place.
IPSHA Speakers’ Challenge 2025
A huge congratulations to Oscar Loebenstein (Year 5) and Spencer Murphy (Year 6), who did Waverley proud at the IPSHA Speakers’ Challenge on Tuesday, 14 October.
The boys competed against 70 students from across NSW and showed their strong speaking skills and exceptional manner. Their journey from Round 1 and the Junior School finals to this major challenge shows impressive growth and dedication. Well done, boys!
Co-curricular Update from Ms Sparks
Kambala Chess Invitational
Three boys from the Junior School played several rounds of Chess against fellow schools on the last Friday of Term 3, Week 10 (this first day of holidays!). We are very proud of the boys who ranked 11th with a total score of 67.0 points (winners had 87.5 points). These students have been working hard on their plays and strategies in Chess Club at lunchtimes on Tuesdays and it was great to be able to see them use their skills in a friendly competition.
Newington Water Polo Tournament
On Saturday during the holidays, the Water Polo A team, along with their parents and myself, attended the Newington Junior Water Polo Festival. It was a big, action-packed day, with the carnival running from 9am to 3pm and the boys playing six exciting matches against teams from Cranbrook, Newington, and St Augustine’s, as well as some strong mixed club teams. It was an absolutely phenomenal day, the boys gave 100% effort in every game, showing outstanding teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship throughout. They won most of their matches and finished an impressive third overall. Most importantly, they had a fantastic time representing Waverley and playing the sport they love!
Reminder: Current Year 5 Parents
Dear Year 5 Parents and Carers,
If you have not already done so, 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:
- Basketball
- Cricket
- Tennis
- Touch Football
- Water Polo
Winter Choices:
- AFL
- Football (Soccer)
- Rugby Union
Please read all instructions on this form carefully. It will close on November 1, 2025. No changes will be accepted after this date. Thank you for your understanding.
