Junior School Springwood
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal,
Junior School
Andy Marshall
Head of Junior School,
Springwood
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
Spectators are most welcome to attend the event. Parental permission has been sent to parents via email notification, with responses required by 12 February.
Link to: 2026 Swimming Carnival Stage 2 & 3 SWD
Grandparent's Day
Friday 27 February
Grandparents Day is a much‑loved occasion for both our students and their families.
To help make this celebration truly special, we warmly invite the support of our school community.
Please take a moment to read the information provided here.
Scholastic Book Fair 2026
Thurs 26 & Fri 27 Feb
This year's Scholastic Book Fair will be open for business on Thursday 26 and Friday 27 February 2026.
Please see further information and how you can help in this link HERE.
Happy Hens
Week 4 Special
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
What's On - Term 1 Flyer
Term 1 - Week 3
Week 4
Wednesday 18 Feb - Chapel
Thursday 19 Feb - Stgs 2&3 Swimming Carnival / Judith Locke Parent Session Evening & JS Disco
Coming Up...
Futsal Metro Titles, Assembly, Scholastic Book Fair & Grandparents Day
Head of Community & Wellbeing, Springwood Junior School - Andy Marshall
This week in the Junior School we gathered to recognise our Year 6 cohort and formally inducted our Year 6 Captains for 2026, marking an important milestone in their final year of primary school.
While we celebrated those stepping into official leadership roles, this moment was about more than just our Captains. As the oldest students in the Junior School, every Year 6 student was also acknowledged and now carries influence and responsibility. Our younger students look to them, and the way they speak, act and serve helps shape the culture of our community.
Students were reminded that leadership is not defined by a badge, but by everyday choices such as showing kindness, taking responsibility and contributing positively to school life. We have already seen these qualities evident across the Year 6 cohort.
In addition, this week has been an exciting one as our clubs have commenced with great enthusiasm, engagement and energy. If you have any questions regarding clubs, please reach out to your child’s classroom teacher.
Term 1 Clubs Roster
Please see below a link to this term's Clubs and information about the various clubs available at the Springwood Campus:
Term 1 Swd Clubs Roster & Info
CLUBS
- Chess Club - Registration Form
- After School - Dance & Theatre, Hip Hop and Contemporary Dance Clubs - Information Form
- JAG Club - Please note that this club is now full and cannot accept additional registrations.
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. Our Strings played beautifully this morning, and our Voices Choir - although small - learnt almost an entire song on Tuesday. Percussion Ensemble are playing some inventive pieces, and Guitar Ensemble are already planning a visit to Yurana in the near future. Senior Concert Band are loving making musical noise every Thursday lunch time - Music brings joy to the soul!
Voices Choir is now Tuesday morning. If you come along, you'll find out what a Ping Pong Ball, a Cat and a Mountain have in common!
Our newest Ensemble, Hand Bells - will be rehearsing Thursday second break. If you are keen to join, please come along on Thursday to the music room - it is going to be super fun!
A reminder of Springwood Junior School Rehearsals:
Monday:
Senior Band (second break)
Tuesday:
Percussion Ensemble (before school)
Voices Choir (before school)
Thursday:
String Ensemble (before school)
Hand Bells (second break)
Orchestra (after school at Carbrook)
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.
For all general information:
Website: CAPA Website
Overview: 2026 CAPA Handbook
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal,
Junior School
Andy Marshall
Head of Junior School,
Springwood