PRIMARY NEWS PRIMARY NEWS
TERM 4 | WEEK 3 | 24TH OCTOBER 2025
A MESSAGE FROM MR CHRIS DROWLEY
Dear Parents and Carers,
We have enjoyed another wonderful week of learning and connection in the Primary School.
Earlier this week, I had the privilege of attending the Ensembles Extravaganza, where many of our students showcased their musical talents. It was a fantastic evening celebrating the creativity and confidence of our young performers. What encouraged me was seeing our Year 3 students perform as part of our Strings program. They did an amazing job playing together after only being introduced to these instruments a short time ago. It was wonderful then seeing the contrast in our Senior School performances where the musicality of our students continues to grow and develop, a beautiful reminder that our skills develop over time with practice and attention along the way The input from our Music teachers has been a blessing to our students.
If you are interested in arranging further music tuition for your child through Northside Christian College please contact our Music Department via email at music@ncc.vic.edu.au or visit our College website for more information.
On Tuesday, our Year 12 students enjoyed their Final Day and final College Assembly The day included a range of special activities that our Year 12 students organised for our younger students, creating a wonderful sense of connection across the College To conclude the celebration the entire College community formed an archway for our Year 12 students to run through as we farewelled them.
Our Year 12 students will now turn their focus to preparing for their final exams I would like to commend them for their dedication and achievements throughout their years at Northside We continue to pray for God’s blessing, guidance and protection over each of them as they enter the exam period and step into new opportunities beyond Secondary School
As our students continue to learn and grow in their relationships with others, I’m reminded of this verse about kindness and friendship:
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you ” Ephesians 4:32
I pray that you and your family have a restful weekend and that the peace of God fills your hearts and homes.
God bless you,
Chris Drowley Director of Primary School Learning
WHOLE SCHOOL ASSEMBLY
Monday 27th October 2025, 8:40am – 8:55am
Parents are welcome to join our Whole School Assembly every fortnight (Week A) by clicking on this LINK.
PRIMARY SCHOOL CHAPEL
Friday 31st October 2025 2:15pm – 2:50pm
Parents are invited to join our Chapel session in Room 412, accessible through the foyer of the Upper Primary Neighbourhood Please sign in at Reception before attending
Chapel will be led by our College Chaplain, Jared next week.
Photos and videos of the students are not permitted during Chapel to protect the privacy of other students who may appear in the frame.
ALLERGY SEASON
Allergy season is here!
We have found in past years, there have been a lot of students affected by the pollen and grasses. If required, we would encourage students to have their medication before coming to school or otherwise be prepared with any Medical or Allergy Action Plans.
Please also note that the Thunderstorm Asthma Risk forecast runs from 1st October until 31st December. If your child is at risk of Thunderstorm Asthma or has developed Thunderstorm Asthma in the past, please contact the College Reception for further information.
Please note that parents and pre-schoolers cannot access the Students ONLY toilets during Chapel. Staff and Visitor toilets are located in the Administration Building (near Reception) or on Level 1 in the Middle School Building.
PREP – YEAR 2
SWIMMING CARNIVAL
Friday 7th November 2025
ar 2 will travel by bus to Splash Aq g to enjoy their Swimming Carnival.
All students are expected to arrive promptly at the College by 8:40am as per a normal school day, and will return to the College by 3:05pm for dismissal
Students are to wear their Sports Uniform with their House Polo top.
What to bring:
Bathers *Girls should wear one piece bathers or a rash vest over two piece bathers, and boys are recommended to wear board shorts with a rash vest
Towel
Plastic bag for wet items
Hair brush/comb
Goggles if needed
Snacks, lunch and a water bottle for the day
*There will be no access to the canteen for students at this event
Please ensure that all items are clearly labelled.
Parents are welcome to attend as spectators. There are some opportunities to volunteer on the day. Please email Anna Venegas if you have completed all your volunteer requirements and you are available to assist on the day.
avenegas@ncc vic edu au
Please note that parents and pre-schoolers cannot access the Students ONLY toilets during Chapel. Staff and Visitor toilets are located in the Administration Building (near Reception) or on Level 1 in the Middle School Building.
WANTED: PAPER/CARDBOARD ROLLS
We need over 100 paper/cardboard rolls* of all different sizes and lengths: from rubbish bags, paper towels, food wraps, wrapping paper, bolts of material/fabric
Rolls can be left in a box at Reception or in the office on the ground floor of the Middle School building until mid-November.
Please note that parents and pre-schoolers cannot access the Students ONLY toilets during Chapel Staff and Visitor toilets are located in the Administration Building (near Reception) or on Level 1 in the Middle School Building
Later this term, our Year 8 Mathematics classes will be designing marble runs to learn about functions and graphs
*No toilet paper rolls
LAPTOP DEVICES FOR YEAR 7 STUDENTS IN 2026
Students in Year 7 next year will need a College-designated device. The new Secondary School ICT Device Program means that parents no longer need to source their own device. We will provide you with further information about this initiative shortly
MID TERM BREAK
Monday 3rd - Tuesday 4th November 2025
The College will be closed on Monday 3rd November and Tuesday 4th November We hope families enjoy a restful break together
Camp Australia will be available for onsite full-day care on Monday 3rd November.
If you would like to use this service, please register your child by: Calling 1300 665 257
Please note that parents and pre-schoolers cannot access the Students ONLY toilets during Chapel. Staff and Visitor toilets are located in the Administration Building (near Reception) or on Level 1 in the Middle School Building.
Email care@campaustralia com au
Via the Parent Portal https://pp campaustralia com au/ Downloading the Camp Australia app
2013 COLLEGE LOGO
REMINDER: Uniforms with this logo can only be worn in 2025. From 2026, uniforms with this logo can no longer be worn.
WEEK 4A
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by Year 4SH U P C O M I N G E V E N T S T E R M 4
Monday 27th - Friday 31st October
Monday 27th October
Whole School Assembly via ZOOM
Tuesday 28th October
Prep Swimming Lessons
Thursday 30th October
Years 1 and 2 Swimming Lessons
Canteen Bandanna Day
CSEN The Challenge - Selected Year 5-6 students (change of date)
2026 Year 7 Information Evening 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friday 31stOctober
Years 5 – 6 Goodstart Kinder Partnership
Light Day – Please see attached flyer for more information
Primary School Chapel – World Teachers’ Day
WEEK 5B
Monday 3rd - Friday 7th November
Monday 3rd November
Mid Term Break – Student Free Day *Camp Australia will be available for onsite full-day care on this day.
Tuesday 4th November
Mid Term Break – Student Free Day
Melbourne Cup Public Holiday
Thursday 6th November
Years 1 and 2 Swimming Lessons
Friday 7th November
Prep – Year 2 Swimming Carnival
Years 5 – 6 Goodstart Kinder Partnership
U P C O M I N G E V E N T S T E R M 4
WEEK 6A
Monday 10th - Friday 14th November
Monday 10th November
Whole School Assembly via ZOOM
Prep 2026 Orientation Session #1
Tuesday 11th November
Remembrance Day
Prep Swimming Lessons
Thursday 13th November
Years 1 and 2 Swimming Lessons
Friday 14th November
Years 5 – 6 Goodstart Kinder Partnership
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by Year 5 classes
WEEK 7B
Monday 17th - Friday 21st November
Monday 17th – Thursday 20th November
Year 6 Interstate Camp
Tuesday 18th November
Prep 2026 Orientation Session #2
Thursday 20th November
Year 1 and 2 Swimming Lessons
Friday 21st November
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by the Prep classes
U P C O M I N G E V E N T S T E R M 4
WEEK 8A
Monday 24th - Friday 28th November
Tuesday 25th November
Prep and Year 2MH Swimming Lessons
Year 6 Graduation 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 26th November
Student Free Day
Thursday 27th November
Orientation Day: Prep - Year 6
Friday 28th November
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by the Year 6 classes
WEEK 9B
Monday 1st - Friday 5th December
Monday 1st December
Primary School Celebration Event 12:00pm - 2:30pmFurther details to come shortly.
Thursday 4th December
Year 6 Fun Day
Friday 5th December
Last day of Term 4 – 12:45pm early dismissal
Neighbourly Awards
Esther, Prep
Samuel, Prep
For showing your love for learning in your detailed, well thought-out and creative work pieces. You are an inspiration for your friends and I always look forward to seeing what you will create next!
Your kindness and care for those around you demonstrates your love for your class community and shows Jesus' love for others.
Anya, Prep
You often show love to a classmate by thinking of them before yourself and making sure they are happy Thank you for being such a caring classmate and showing Jesus' love to others
Edan, Year 1
For showing kindness to others by helping them around the classroom
Samuel, Year 1
For showing perseverance in your Maths work this week You kept working to show your understanding of using a calendar and to answer all the questions, even those that were challenging. Keep up the great work!
Jeffrey, Year 2
For showing kindness through helping and encouraging others in the classroom. “Be kind and compassionate to one another ” — Ephesians 4:32
Zoe, Year 2
For showing perseverance and independence by completing her AAS test on her own and giving her best effort without giving up.
Andrea, Year 3
For consistently showing kindness and patience towards your classmates You have shown kindness towards your peers, especially when they are facing a challenge You help make our class a happier place Keep up the great work!
Leeroy, Year 4
For showing your best effort during our Inquiry lessons this week You enthusiastically contributed to whole class learning, and you included a good amount of detail in your writing tasks. Keep it up! You are awesome!
Revere, Year 4
For regularly setting a great example for others through your polite and considerate attitude. Thank you for showing God’s love through your words and actions.
Isaac, Year 5
For showing perseverance and dedication in your learning. You have faced challenges with courage and continued to apply yourself with determination and a positive attitude. Your hard work, especially in writing, has shown how much you have grown not just in your skills, but in your confidence and resilience. Your persistence is something to be truly proud of
Matthew, Year 5
For humbly serving our classroom community through the generosity of your spirit and taking care of our classroom environment. Thank you, Matthew!
Dhaksha, Year 6
For delivering an exceptional presentation on government structure, with a highly polished slide deck and confident, well-rehearsed delivery that demonstrated deep understanding and excellence in communication Well done, we love seeing the gold in you shine.
Anaia, Year 6
The way you serve the community through physical things, spiritual service through prayer or thinking of the needs of others, is inspiring. You set a great standard for others to follow.
You exemplify our College value of Service. Thank you Anaia.
Be encouraged by Colossians 3:23-24.
Positive Parenting Group
A free onlinefour-session supported parenting group forparentsofchildren aged 5-10years.
Open to parents living in the Cities of Darebin, Yarra, Banyule, Nillumbik and The positive parenting group supports parents to learn strategies they can put in place to support their child to:
• Manage their emotions,
• Build emotional resilience,
• Build self-esteem and independence,
• Develop problem solving skills,
• Develop life and communication skills, and
• Build healthy relationships. The group will address common parenting challenges and provide strategies to put in place to support the wellbeing of their child and the family Each family attending will receive a free resources pack.
Dates: 10/11/25, 24/11/25, 1/12/25, 8/12/25*
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Online via Zoom
*Pleasenote availability for all sessions is required
How to make an enquiry: Contact Georgia from the Triple P Team by emailing us at triplep@berrystreet.org.au with your full name and contact number. Enquiries must be made by 5pm on 27/10/25.
Please note that enquiries do not guarantee an enrolment in the group and that capacity for the group may be reached prior to this date As such, we encourage you to reach out ASAP to avoid disappointment
