Diary Dates
Please find below some reminders about upcoming events. For all Term 4 events, please refer to the College calendar.
- 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
Year 7 Orientation
What a fantastic day we had welcoming our Year 6 students to their Year 7 Orientation Day! The senior school grounds were buzzing with energy and excitement as our future Year 7s spent the day experiencing a taste of life beyond primary school. We want to sincerely praise all the students for their genuinely positive attitude and their enthusiastic willingness to “give things a go”.
Stepping into a new environment can be daunting, but their respectful behaviour and maturity throughout the day truly shone. They navigated the new campus, met new teachers, and engaged with senior students with remarkable confidence.
The day was packed with opportunities for the students to dive into a variety of high school subjects. This hands-on approach allowed them to see what makes the senior curriculum so engaging. From science labs to art studios, the students got a feel for the diverse learning on offer.
A highlight for many was their session in Food Technology, where they got creative and had fun icing their very own cupcakes! We also held swimming trials, giving students a chance to demonstrate their skills and learn about the competitive and recreational sports programs in the senior school.
A crucial part of the transition is easing any anxieties about the big move. We facilitated a special Q&A session where our Year 6 students had the opportunity to ask older students questions about life in the senior school. Our current Year 7 and 8 students provided valuable insights on everything from lockers and class changes to making new friends and managing homework.
Their advice was practical, reassuring, and greatly appreciated by the younger students. The success of the orientation day is a wonderful indicator of the positive year ahead. We are incredibly excited to welcome this talented and respectful group officially next year!
SOTWEG
We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate a huge achievement by a group of our talented students who took part in the Jack the Super Prawn (JTSP) ‘Pollution Solution Students Conference Day’ 2025. Not only did they participate with dedication and enthusiasm, but Waverley College, Team 1 also secured 1st Place, bringing home the prestigious Gold Medal!
The conference day challenged students to collaborate and develop practical, imaginative solutions for a cleaner, more sustainable future. Our winning team embraced this challenge head-on, demonstrating remarkable creativity and critical thinking. The judges were impressed by their inventive concept: Vehicles powered by solar panels and wind turbines.
This forward-thinking idea was specifically selected for the Gold Medal because it was deemed the most impactful, creative, futuristic, and solution-focused project presented at the conference.
A big congratulations to our SOTWEG team:
1st place winners – certificate + gold medal
Alex Cominos
Leven Kalmar
Cooper Stamatelatos
Freddie Valente
Participation Awards – certificate
Lachlan Covell
Leo Petit
Ziggy Sarkozy
Artie Shaw
We want to sincerely congratulate all our participating students. The team at JTSP was delighted to present our school with an official ‘Participant Certificate’, acknowledging each student’s valuable contribution to the event. It was special to acknowledge these students at our whole school assembly on Thursday.
This victory is a testament to the hard work, collaborative spirit, and commitment to sustainability shown by our students. Their success highlights their ability to engage with complex environmental issues and propose bold, tangible solutions that could genuinely impact our world. We are incredibly proud of their success and their dedication to being environmental stewards!
Lunchtime Talk Erin Michael
Erin, Mum of Jagger (Year 6), was our inspiring Lunchtime Talk Guest Speaker last week, sharing her experiences as a high-performance Sports Dietitian and her impactful work with elite teams.
After completing five years of study in Sports Science and Nutrition at university, Erin has played an integral role in supporting female athletes’ health, energy needs, and overall well-being, emphasising the importance of good nutrition in both training and match performance.
She assists players with fuel checks, food diaries, and fluid balance monitoring to help prevent injuries and optimise game-day readiness. Erin’s work spans organisations such as the Sydney Swans AFLW, Cricket NSW Breakers, Sydney Sixers, Sydney Thunder, AIS, and the University of Sydney, where she helps athletes achieve their best through targeted nutrition and holistic care.
Having spent three seasons as the Sports Dietitian for the Swans AFLW team, Erin described her journey with the squad, from their challenging first season to recent successes. Her practical advice, scientific insights, and passion for supporting player wellbeing were truly inspiring. Thank you for inspiring our Junior School students to dream big!
2027 ACER Academic Scholarship Exam
Registrations Open: 2027 ACER Academic and Senior Academic Scholarship
Registrations are now open for the 2027 ACER Academic Scholarship examination.
Is My Son Eligible?
The Academic and Senior Academic Scholarship is available to students entering Year 7 or Year 10, 2027. The scholarship is open to both existing and new enrolments.
How are Applicants Assessed?
An Academic Scholarship is awarded based on the outcome of the ACER scholarship examination and following an assessment by the Academic Scholarship Panel.
How to Register:
Applications Close: midnight AEDST Sunday 8 February 2026
Test date: Saturday, 28 February 2026
Examination venue: Waverley College senior campus
Cost: $160 is payable to ACER
Want to find out more?:
Please visit the College website, or email the Registrar, Ms Kylie Anderson at registrar@waverley.nsw.edu.au
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.
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 3:00 pm until 4:00 pm – 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.
