School Newsletter Week 9 Term 3

From the Relieving Principal

New Bike Racks

It's gratifying to see so many of our students making a healthy choice and either walking or riding to school. We currently have so many students riding their bikes that we've had to install additional bike racks. Next on the list are more scooter racks for our students who ride scooters.

Are you returning in 2026?

As we head towards the end of the year, it's time to start thinking ahead. To assist us with our planning for 2026, please complete this form to let us know your intentions for next year. Please complete one for each child currently attending the school. Year 6 don't need to respond.

Week 9 Update

Public Speaking

Kindergarten Mathematics

This term, Kindergarten have been revisiting patterns in mathematics. Students have explored repeating patterns using colours, shapes, sounds, movements and objects. They have also investigated how patterns can grow (forwards) and shrink (backwards), and represented patterns through creative activities such as dances, dominoes, fish and bug designs. These hands-on experiences are helping students to recognise, copy, continue and create their own patterns, building strong foundations for number sense and problem-solving.

Check out Gwen and River's repeating pattern here.

Festival of the Winds

Last Sunday, over 40 students from BBPS Choir and Recorder groups performed at Bondi's iconic Festival of the Winds delivering a memorable performance to an enthusiastic crowd.

The BBPS Recorder group opened the performance with a selection of pieces from the recent Festival of Music, including some contemporary favourites. They were later joined by the Year 2 recorder group for a lively rendition of Bluz for Suz, which had the audience tapping their feet.

Following this, the school choir captivated visitors from across Sydney. For many students, it was their very first public performance, while others were performing for the first time ever. The experienced singers led by example, and the entire group performed with remarkable cohesion, focus, enthusiasm, and joy.

Thank you to the families who supported our young performers and to the parents who helped on the day. Thank you also to Stuart West and Cassy for organising/practising/conducting our ensemble and choir. Waverley Council also expressed their appreciation for BBPS’s contribution and outstanding performances. These students are fantastic musical ambassadors for BBPS!

Premier's Reading Challenge - Final Reminder

The Premier's Reading Challenge closes this Friday 19 September.

Sport

Regional Athletics Carnival

We are incredibly proud of all the students: Emmeline, Manning, Romy, Franca, George, Etta and Caitlin who represented our school at the Regional Athletics Carnival today. A special congratulations to Emmeline for winning first place in the 100m and third place in the 200m. Her outstanding performance has qualified her to compete in both events at the State Championships. Well done, Emmeline – an amazing achievement, and best of luck at the state level!

PSSA Sports Assembly

Last Friday we held an assembly to celebrate the achievements of our PSSA sports teams during this winter season. Students participating in PSSA sport were recognised for their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship. A special highlight was the presentation of banners to the teams that won their grand finals, a testament to their exceptional performances. 

Netball 
Senior A team came third.
Senior B team came first and won the tournament!
Junior A team came third.
Junior B team played really well and did their best.

Soccer 
Senior Mixed team played well all season.
Junior Mixed team came first and won the tournament!
Senior Girls team finished in second place.
Junior Girls team played well and showed great effort.

Congratulations to all PSSA teams for a wonderful season and thank you for representing our school with such enthusiasm and skill!

PSSA Uniforms

If you haven't done so already, a reminder to please return your PSSA uniform in a zip lock bag, washed and labelled.

Co-curricular Activities

The school has a number of different programs students can access outside of school hours. Some are free and some attract a cost. Click the link below to find out what's available and who to contact for more information.

The Hive

Hive Holiday Program 

Bookings are now open - please check the calendars and book through the app, to avoid missing out. Some days are already full.