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Mr Joel van Bentum | Principal
Welcome Back
We have made a great start back for Term 4 and are looking forward to another great term of learning. Term 4 is a great term because after three full terms of learning and getting to know our students, we know them well and there is often great learning that occurs as a result.
We are praying for our Year 12 students as they begin their HSC examinations this week. Our students have been preparing well, and it has been great to see several of them continuing to study in the Library as they prepare. If you haven’t yet seen the encouragement video that the College put together for them, I encourage you to have a look, by pressing the picture of Year 12 below. We certainly wish them all the best.
Please keep an eye out for some College parking and pick up/drop off announcements will be included in the Messenger over the next few weeks. We are continuing to look for ways to smooth the process pick up’s and drop off’s for all families and to ensure that the experience for the public is positive. One significant reminder is the importance of always following the road rules, which includes ensuring we do not park across a bus stop.
Finally, please make sure you check out the amazing news from our Primary School this week. I won’t spoil the surprise, but great job Primary!
Have a great week.
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Welcome to Term 4.
I hope that the holiday period was restful for our students and their families.
As we head into the final term for 2025, I pray that our students will continue to grow in their knowledge of Christ’s love for them.
There are many special events happening this term so please check our school calendar and the newsletter regularly to keep up to date.
Summer Uniform
Summer uniform is now compulsory so please make sure that your child has all the correct items and that they are clearly labelled.
Wakakirri
Our Wakakirri troupe were honoured to receive a national award for their performance this year. National Awards are given to a small number of school across the country who were outstanding in their performance and in their storytelling. The students and teachers who worked tirelessly on this production should be immensely proud of themselves. You can watch the performance and see the results on the Wakakirri website and see their reactions in the News section of our website. Please also read through to the Creative and Performance section of this newsletter to read more about their wonderful performance.
Spelling Bee
On Tuesday, Mrs Lines and Mrs Davis took some our our up and coming spellers to the Inter-School Spelling Bee at Wyong Christian Community School.
The students represented the school very well and showed great composure under pressure, as well as excellent manners. The students also encouraged one another beautifully.
Ace C (Year 5) placed 1st out of 16 students from 4 schools. Beatrix G (Year 3) placed 2nd out of 12 students from 3 schools.
Well done also to Rita D 3BM, Rupert B 3BM, Beatrix G 3M, Caden T 3M, Joshua E 4P, Chloe B 4H, Ivy M 4H, Jackson H 4H, Annabella C 5L, Samara W 5L, Leea S 5L, Juliana L 6A, Quinn V 6A, Sienna M 6A and Sophie S 6B.
Author Visit
On Thursday, illustrator Sarah Davis visited the Year 6 students at GPCC for a hands-on workshop. This experience was part of Sophie S’s (6B) prize pack for being awarded 1st place in the Words on the Waves Short Story Competition earlier in the year.
Sarah shared her passion for creativity and bringing stories to life through visual narrative. She also showed the students how she utilises technology to enhance her illustrations.
Sarah equipped the students with strategies to convey emotion through shape and composition. The students also enjoyed a sneak peek of her current project, The Wobbly Circle.
Students of the Week
Alice A; KR, Daniel K; KS,Vivienne G; 1G, Stella D; 1PN,Ava B; 1S, Aria V; 2G,Armani P; 2J, Hugo H; 2K,Adam L; 3M, Alfie E; 3BM,Alex K; 4H, Leane E; 4KM,Joshua E; 4P, Liza D; 5B,Lucas D; 5L, Max F; 5T,Alex T; 6A, Zachary G; 6B,Abby H; 6SM
Finishing Well
As we begin Term 4, it’s easy to feel like the year is almost over, assessments are wrapping up, events are on the horizon, and holidays are in sight. But as any athlete will tell you, how you finish matters just as much as how you start.
There are countless stories in sport of athletes who celebrated too early. One well-known example is Laura García-Caro, an athlete in the 20km walk who began celebrating before the finish, only to be passed by a competitor in the last metre. These moments are powerful reminders: the race isn’t over until you cross the line.
In the same way, the school year has a “final stretch.” This term is full of opportunities to complete assignments, finish projects, reflect on growth, and prepare for what comes next. It’s tempting to relax too soon, but finishing well is what turns a good effort into a great one. The habits we build in the last weeks of the year often set the tone for the year ahead.
Vaccinations
The Central Coast Health School Vaccination Team is committed to supporting the health of our local students and community.
This year, some students may have missed their school-based vaccinations, or parents may prefer an alternative venue for their child’s immunisation.
To help maintain high community protection against vaccine preventable diseases, The Central Coast Health School Vaccination Team are offering FREE, after-school catch-up vaccination clinics for Year 7 and Year 10 students. Please see details on the attached flyer.
Mr Stuart McSwan | K - 6 Sport Co-ordinator
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HCSZS Primary Basketball Gala Day
Senior Boys Basketball
The Year 5/6 Boys Basketball team travelled to Broadmeadow Basketball Stadium to compete in the HCSZS Primary Basketball Gala Day. The boys started strong, winning their first two games and finishing second in their pool. This impressive effort saw them face Wyong in the semi-final, where they unfortunately fell just one game short of reaching the grand final. The team was well led by Michael, who controlled the pace of play with confidence, while Vaaris impressed with his exceptional dribbling and ability to weave through defenders. Every player gave their best effort, and we are proud of how they represented the school on and off the court. - Mr Sneyd
Senior Girls Basketball
The Senior Girls Basketball team competed at the HCSZS Primary Basketball Gala Day performing well in a tough Pool winning their first game and narrowly losing their next two. The girls finished 3rd in the Pool and played 3rd place Coast from the other Pool in a playoff winning convincingly. Congratulations to all the girls for your excellent display of sportswoman ship and skill throughout the day.
Thank you to Mr Turner and Mr Sneyd for coaching the teams and to the parents who supported on the day.
K-2 Swimming Carnival INFO
We are looking forward to a fun K-2 Swimming Carnival on Friday 24 October at the Peninsula Leisure Centre. Please fill in details on Parent Lounge if you have not done so already.
Rotating Activities at the carnival:
- 25 metre Swim- Students can swim/dog paddle the length of the 25m pool (optional)
- Inflatable Obstacle Course
- Outdoor Water Park and Waterslide
Parent Helpers Required
We would love some help from parents on the day.
Only those parents with a cleared WWCC number can be in the water. A volunteer Working with Children Check is suitable.
Please provide your name, date of birth and WWC number to Sue Parkinson sue.parkinson@gpcc.nsw.edu.au by Tuesday 21 October 2025 and let Mr McSwan know if you’d like to assist stuart.mcswan@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
We still require approximately 10 more parents in the water to assist. We cannot begin these activities without extra hands, so please be ready to volunteer. Your child will love your involvement, and we promise you will also have fun.
Student Achievement- Saoirse C-D
Congratulations to Saoirse C-D who was last term awarded two awards from her team as part of the Central Coast Mariners Academy. Saoirse won the Players Player of the Year and Most Valuable Teammate (MVT)- Someone whose attitude, leadership and support for others lifted their entire squad.
Well done Saoirse, we are very proud of you.
Dates for your Calendar
For upcoming Carnival, Sporting dates and further information, click on the link below:
Sports Page..
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Mr Chris Harris | Years 7 - 12 Sport Co-ordinator
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CIS Athletics Carnival
Well done to all of our athletes that competed in the CIS Athletics Carnival at SOPAC on Tuesday September 23rd.
Special mentions to Alyssa M (Year 12) who spent her last day of regular schooling at the CIS athletics carnival and obtained a PB in the long jump of 5.13m and Jesse M (Year 11) who broke a 10 year old record in the Triple Jump.
These are their results:
| Lily D (Year 8) | 7th | 12 - 14 Girls 3000m |
| Bonnie H (Year 9) | 7th | 14 Girls Shot Put |
| Jason P (Year 9) | 6th | 15 Boys 800m |
| Jesse M (Year 11) | 1st |
17 Boys Triple Jump (New CIS record of 14.18m beating the 10 year record of 14.05m) |
| Alyssa M (Year 12) | 1st | 18 Girls Long Jump |
| 5th | 18 Girls 100m | |
| 6th | 18 Girls Shot Put |
Outstanding Athletics Success for Jesse
Off the back of breaking the triple jump record at the CIS Championships in the final week of term, Jesse M (Year 11) proudly represented GPCC at the NSW All Schools Championships on the first weekend of the holidays. He delivered an exceptional performance, winning gold in the triple jump and bronze in the hurdles. Jesse’s gold medal in the triple jump has qualified him to represent GPCC and New South Wales at the Australian All Schools Athletics Championships in Melbourne on the first weekend of December. In addition, he has been named reserve for the 110m hurdles, providing the possibility of competing in that event as well. Congratulations Jesse, on your incredible achievements and continued dedication to athletics!
National Futsal Success for Will
Congratulations to Will M (Year 9) on his outstanding achievements in futsal. Will was selected to represent the Central Coast representative futsal team, competing at the National School Futsal Tournament in Brisbane during the holidays. His team performed exceptionally well, finishing second in their pool with only one loss. In a tightly contested semi-final, they were narrowly defeated by a golden goal in extra time.
At the conclusion of the tournament, Will received exciting news, selectors from Futsal Australia offered him a place in the Australian Under 16 Boys Futsal Team. He will travel with the national squad to Spain in July next year to compete in the International Costa Blanca Cup. Congratulations Will, on this remarkable achievement and the exciting opportunity ahead.
Dates for your Calendar
For upcoming Carnival, Sporting dates and further information, click on the link below:
We are thrilled to announce that Green Point Christian College has received a National Award at the 2025 Wakakirri Performing Arts Festival.
National Awards are presented to only a select number of schools across Australia whose performances stand out for their excellence in creativity, performance, and storytelling.
This year, our Wakakirri troupe brought to life the inspiring story of Matt Formston, a blind athlete, Paralympian, world champion surfer, and local hero. Their performance captured Matt’s determination, courage, and unwavering spirit, and we couldn’t be prouder of the students and teachers who worked tirelessly to bring this story to the stage.
You can watch the performance and view the full list of results on the Wakakirri website. To learn more about Matt’s incredible journey, visit mattformston.com.
Watch the moment our students discovered the exciting news in the video on the News section of our website.
Choir
Upcoming Performances:
K - 2 Grandparents Day: Two special items to bless our visitors.
Carols in the Stadium: 20th December 2025. The choir has been invited to join a combined schools celebration. Tickets are now on sale for the event, learn more and purchase tickets on the website.
Rehearsals
The choir meets every Tuesday morning in the CAPA Theatre. All students are welcome, come along and add your voice.
Mrs Nicole van Wyk | Teacher Librarian
Premier’s Reading Challenge
Premiers’ Reading Challenge is finished for another year, 440 757 students participated across NSW. The Green Point final numbers per grade are below, Primary had 81% of students complete the challenge. A new Record.
We also had 54 Gold Certificates, 5 Platinum and two Medals. A great year for PRC.
| YEAR GROUP | NUMBER OF STUDENTS FINISHED |
| Kindergarten | 40 |
| Year 1 | 65 |
| Year 2 | 70 |
| Year 3 | 44 |
| Year 4 | 68 |
| Year 5 | 58 |
| Year 6 | 61 |
| Year 7 | 8 |
| Year 8 | 3 |
| Year 9 | 3 |
| Total | 420 |
Scholastic Book Club- Issue 7
Issue 7 orders can now be placed online at LOGIN (scholastic.com.au). This is our last Issue for the year. Orders close on Sunday 2 November. Secret orders are an option for this order, we keep it at school in a bag ready for you to pick up as a Christmas surprise.
Term 4 Storytime
Preschool story time themes for Term 4 are below. Please register your interest with Nicole van Wyk: nvanwyk@gpcc.nsw.edu. See the flier for more information.
Online Library Resources
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Staff Member of the Week - Joel Gibbins
Joel is a highly valued member of our team who serves the school community with consistency, humility, and heart. Always willing to lend a hand, he is a supportive and encouraging grade buddy who uplifts those around him. Joel’s love for sharing Jesus is clearly seen in the way he leads Year Two worship, with energy, joy, and genuine care. He also serves faithfully in both the staff worship band and the Primary Chapel band.
Beyond the classroom, Joel’s dedication shines through his leadership in the Primary Chess Club, which he runs before school, and his coaching of Oztag and other sports teams. His initiative in organising and running the Father and Son Night created lasting memories and strengthened family connections within our community. Joel’s commitment and servant-hearted leadership make a lasting impact at GPCC.
Reminder from Central Coast Council Regarding Parking & Road Rules
The College has been receiving calls from the public concerned about parents are blocking the Avoca Drive Bus Bay in the afternoons lining up to enter gate 3. Please see the attached which is a reminder that this area needs to be kept clear to allow the public buses access.
Uniforms
Appointments are available for uniform fittings. Please refer to the attached document for step-by-step instructions on how to book your appointment.
Important Notice
A reminder that as per Green Point Christian College's Enrolment Conditions, you must give 10 weeks’ term time notice in writing to the Registrar prior to withdrawal of your child. Without this notice, 10 weeks’ fees + GST will be charged for each student enrolment being withdrawn. This amount is a genuine pre-estimate by the College of the loss that it would suffer due to insufficient notice.
Please advise in writing via registrar@gpcc.nsw.edu.au if your child will be leaving GPCC.
Term 4
Monday 13 October - Students commence Term 4
Wednesday 10 December - Last Day Term 4 for students
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2026 TERM DATES
Please see link below for 2026 term dates
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Congratulations to our nominees for the 2025 Tjudibaring AECG Awards. The awards will be held on Wednesday 19 November at Kincumber High School. A save the date is attached, nominees and parents will be emailed an invitation.
Life Blood is coming to Kincumber
One in three people in our community will need blood in their lifetime, and your donation could save a life. The Lifeblood mobile unit will be at Frost Reserve car park, 134 Avoca Dr, Kincumber on 20–21 October.
Every donation helps someone facing cancer treatment, surgery, or childbirth complications. Book a spot and give life to others in our community.
Gingerbread House Night
Bookings are now open.
Green Point Baptist Church
Services: 9:30am Worship Service, 6:00pm Service
Services continue to be available online each week.
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