Junior School Carbrook
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal, Junior School
Zoe O'Donnell
Head of Junior School, Carbrook
Dr Judith Locke Parent Session
& Student Disco
*New Content*
Thurs 19 February @ 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Essential questions to ask yourself to check that your Primary child is on track.
The primary years are often a tricky period to get right with children, as they are often becoming both more and less mature, their emotions are a little more up and down the older they get, and their interests and personality might seem to change… from day to day! So how can you get through this period of change with positivity and success, and ensure that everyone still likes each other at the conclusion?
Clinical Psychologist, Dr Judith Locke, is returning to offer this follow up session to parents of primary students. In this session, Judith will use latest research and clinical experience to show practical, positive, and effective strategies parents can use to check on their child’s progress and help their child successfully get through the developmental changes of these different ages and stages while maintaining family harmony.
**This is a Parent Only session, and a student disco will be on at the same time for Prep to Stage 3 students.
Register for this free event here: https://www.trybooking.com/DIHMJ
Stage 2 & 3 Swimming Carnival
Week 4, Thursday 19 February
Spectators are most welcome to attend the event. Parental permission will be sent to parents via email notification, with responses required by 12 February.
Link to: 2026 Swimming Carnival Stage 2 3 CBK
College Photo Day
Wednesday 25 February
All Junior School students are to wear their formal uniform.
Grandparents' Day
Friday 6 March
Grandparents Day is a much‑loved occasion for both our students and their families.
Please use the link below to book grandparents in for this event.
Co-curricular Clubs
Commencing in Week 3
Semester 1 Co-curricular Clubs
Please help your child view and select a club they would like to be part of this term.
Link: Clubs Semester 1
Link: Dance Program - Ballet
What's On Flyer
Term 1
Parent Overviews
Term 1
Please use these links to access the Term 1 - Identity Unit, Parent Overviews:
Stage 1 Term 1 2026 - Identity
Stage 2 Term 1 2026 - Identity
Stage 3 Term 1 2026 - Identity
Book Club
Closes Today
Issue 1 of Scholastic Book Club 2026 is out now. Ordering will close Thursday, 12th of February. Orders are to be placed using the LOOP App or online through Scholastic Book Club LOOP - www.scholastic.com.au/LOOP . No cash payments can be accepted for Book Club orders, online ordering only.
We thank you for your continued support of Book Club! Every order placed receives reward points that our College can redeem to order new books and resources for our students.
Any questions please don't hesitate to contact our Learning Resource Assistant, Sarah Cosgriff via email - sarah.cosgriff@calvarycc.qld.edu.au
Cafe Specials
Week 4
Term 1 - Week 3
Week 4
Thursday 19 February - Stage 2 & 3 Swimming Carnival, Dr Judith Locke Parent Session/Student Disco 6pm, Chapel
Coming Up ...
Tuesday 24 February - Metro Futsal
Wednesday 25 February - Carbrook Student Photo Day
Thursday 26 February - Metro Futsal, Pacific District Swim Trials, Principal Tour, Assembly
Head of School Community & Wellbeing, Carbrook Junior School - Zoe O'Donnell
Dear Parents and Carers,
This week has been a very special one across the College as we have celebrated leadership. In the Junior School, we honoured our Year 6 students and formally inducted our 2026 Year 6 Captains. It was a proud moment for our whole community to pause, reflect and recognise the responsibility and privilege that comes with leadership.
Throughout the induction, students were reminded that leadership is not about titles or badges, but about service by showing care for others, taking responsibility, and contributing positively to the life of our school. Our Year 6 leaders have already begun to demonstrate these qualities through their actions, their willingness to support younger students, and the pride they take in representing our community.
We are excited to see how they continue to grow as leaders throughout the year, modelling our values and setting a positive example for others.
Friendly reminder that student supervision begins at 8:00am each day.
Letting Teen Boys Go: Why Mothers Need to Step Back for Their Sons to Step Forward
As boys grow into young men, mothers are often challenged to step back—creating space for resilience, responsibility and confidence to take shape.
Please click on the image below to read more from our School Counsellor Mr Byron Hunt
UPNA Netball Club Season Launch
The UPNA Netball Club Saturday Game season is starting soon.
This club is managed by a team of parent volunteers. Please contact them if you have any questions at email address: calvarynetballclub@gmail.com
Please see information below:
Update from Acting Head of Performing Arts, Kerryn Vezos
It is so heartwarming to walk around our school and hear the Bands and Ensembles playing, and students singing - sometimes early in the morning, sometimes late in the afternoon. Our Junior School Chapel Band filled the PAC with worship early Wednesday morning - fabulous sounds for their first week back. Percussion are playing some inventive pieces, and Guitar Ensemble are already planning a visit to Wirunya in the near future. Senior Concert Band are up bright and early Thursday morning, with an excellent sound. Our newest Ensemble - Hand Bells - have had some fun with their brand new bells - Music brings joy to the soul!
We look forward to welcoming Stage 2 and 3 to the first Voices Choir rehearsal this Friday morning - if you come along, you'll find out what a Ping Pong Ball, Thunder and Mountain have in common!
A reminder of Carbrook Junior School Rehearsals:
Monday:
Junior Percussion Ensemble and String Ensemble (before school)
Sports Aerobics: Auroras, Gliders, Infernos (Second Break)
Tuesday:
Guitar Ensemble 2 (before school)
Handbell Ensemble (second break)
Eisteddfod Dance Rehearsal (second break)
1-6 Ballet (after school)
Wednesday:
Chapel Band (Before School)
Sports Aerobics: Cyclones Pearls Emeralds (second break)
Thursday:
Senior Band (before school)
Orchestra (after school)
Friday:
Voices Choir (before school)
Sports Aerobics: Diamonds, Rubies, Sapphires, Dynamos (Second Break)
DANCE:
If your child is interested in enrolling in the 1-6 Ballet Program (after school), please click this link:
Calvary Carbrook Dance Enrolment Form 2026 – Fill out form
Group String and Band Lessons 2026
If your child is in Year 5-10 and is interested in learning an instrument for the first time please use the links below to sign them up for 2026.
Private Lessons 2026
If your child is interested in learning an instrument or continuing lessons in 2026, please use the link below to sign them up. This is only for Private 1 on 1 lessons.
Important Links
For all general information:
Website: CAPA Website
Overview: 2026 CAPA Handbook
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal, Junior School
Zoe O'Donnell
Head of Junior School, Carbrook