Mrs Nicole Smith | Head of Primary 

Mother's Day Celebrations

It was so wonderful to be together and celebrate the mothers and carers of our GPCC students. Coffee, pastries and balloons filled the morning as students served their mothers. Our helpers then moved to selling Mother's Day gifts as students began shopping for their special presents. A big thank you to Mrs Munro and the Well-being team for organising this special event for our mums.

To view our photos from the Mother's Day Photo Booth, click link.

NAPLAN

NAPLAN begins for our student in Years 3 and 5 on Tuesday 10 May. These national tests will be held over the following two weeks. Whilst I am sure our students will do their very best, it is important to remember that these tests are merely a snapshot of what students can demonstrate at the time of testing.

These assessments do not tell us everything there is to know about a student. They do not indicate that a student has improved on something that they found difficult or that they demonstrate perseverance and grit when completing a difficult task. They do not indicate a student’s social and emotional capabilities, that they are caring, reliable, courageous or organised, thoughtful and dependable.

They do not capture the fact that amongst our student body we have singers, public speakers, students who excel in sport, debating, IT and art, because they are only testing certain attributes of each of our students.

Our students like all other students across our nation, are created by God as unique and complex individuals made in HIS image. Their attributes cannot be captured by an assessment such as NAPLAN. I am proud of the way our students will apply themselves this week to the rigor of this testing, but I am even more proud to see them shine and excel in all the other areas of their learning and development.

Winter Uniform

Monday 9 May will be the start of our winter uniform period. This year we have introduced a black soft-shell jacket that can be purchased from the Uniform Shop and worn as an outer garment with the formal uniform. This high quality jacket has zip up pockets and is water and wind resistant, as well as being fleece lined.

Please note that this year long trousers are no longer compulsory for the winter uniform and boys have been given the choice to wear shorts if the weather is suitable. Finally, winter is also the time when we relax the hat policy and remind students that whilst hats are recommended, they are not compulsory.

Head of School Award

Congratulations to the following students for getting their Head of School Award in Week 1: 

Harry T, KDL; Brooklyn M, KG; Moses P, 1C; Archer H, 1G; Artley S, 1S; James C, 2D; Maise B, 2G; Josie R, 3B; Alex T, 3D; Amarah F, 3PH; Louis A, 4B; Orlando G, 4BK; Matilda A, 5L; Phoebe N, 5P; Perrin L, 5PC; Erin R, 6MR; Jason P, 6S; Xavier B, 6T. 

Primary Choir

Choir begins for Years 1 - 6 each Tuesday morning at 8:00am in the CAPA5 Theatre. Children need to walk down the path next to the MPC, rather than walking down the road, which staff cars use at this time.  Mrs Munro and Mrs Burton look forward to a wonderful time of creativity and fun together.  Auditions are not required – all are welcome to join.

Secondary School Tour and Welcome for Current Year 6 Parents/Carers

Parents and carers of current Year 6 families are invited to attend a tour of Green Point Christian College Secondary School.

When: Tuesday 21 June 9:00am - 10:15am commencing in the Staff Common Room (near the canteen).

This will provide an opportunity for parents/carers to view the outstanding facilities and have a brief overview of Secondary School from the Executive Leadership Team. To book a place on this Tour and Welcome morning, please email office@gpcc.nsw.edu.au. 

This event is for parents/carers only, our Year 6 students will have a tour of Secondary School as part of their Year 7 Orientation.

Please note, if your child is currently enrolled in Year 6 at GPCC you are not required to apply for Secondary School. However, if your child WILL NOT be continuing at the College in 2023, would you kindly advise the College by email at your earliest convenience - registrar@gpcc.nsw.edu.au.