From the Head of Junior School

It was lovely to see so many parents, particularly new parents, at our Parent Welcome last Friday evening. It is wonderful opportunity to come together and connect. My thanks to our Year 4 parents and carers who attended our first grade assembly for year.  

As today is St Valentine’s Day today, the Junior School campus library has been celebrating ‘Library Lovers Day’. The girls have been sharing the books and authors that love during their library lessons. 

Junior School Student Leaders 

At MLC Junior School, our Year 5 students undertake a year of leadership. This is uncommon in primary schools, but not at MLC School. Our Year 5 girls are challenged and supported to step up to lead. Last year we voted for our Junior School Captain and Vice-Captain. This week we have commenced the process of fulfilling our other student leadership roles. Each School House (Churunga, Mooramoora, Booralee, Leawarra and Prescott) have the following Captain and Monitor positions.  

• Library
• Environment
• Music
• Service
• Sport
• Technology 

Congratulations to the following students who have been voted as Captains.

Art Captains

Environment Captains

Library Captains

Music Captains

Service Captains

Sport Captains

Technology Captains

As each Year 5 girl has a leadership opportunity, other students will take up the position of monitors in each of these areas. I wish all Year 5 students the very best in their year of leadership.  

Pick Up Time at Junior School Campus 

As previously mentioned, the Junior School has staggered finish times to allow for a smooth exit for all students Pre-K to Year 5. (Year 6 conclude at 3.15pm and walk off campus). Thank you for adhering to these times and staying in your car to assist with a smooth and timely process. 

• Pre-K: 2.40pm
• Kindergarten to Year 2 only: 3.10pm
• Year 3 to Year 5 only: 3.30pm
• Kindergarten to Year 5 combined: 3.30pm

Pick up concludes at 3.40pm and After School Care concludes at 6pm 

Do NOT use Park Road for school pick up and drop off. 

Uniform Tip 

Where do the girls wear their School and House badge on their summer uniform? It is a long-standing tradition for the Junior School girls to wear their badges on the left collar of their summer school dress (closest to her heart). Each girl should have a School and House badge. 

Junior School P&F Meeting 

Our first Junior School P&F meeting will be held next week. 

When: Thursday 20 February 2025 
Time: 8.45am to 9.45am
Where: Sutherland Rooms (enter via the main reception on Rowley Street) 

Junior School Year 3 to Year 5 Swimming Carnival 

All Year 3 to Year 5 students will be participating in our annual Swimming Carnival. 

When: Friday 21 February 2025 
Time: 9am start 
Where: MLC School Aquatic Centre (Parents are most welcome to attend on the upper deck). 

Staff Spotlight 

Bridget Woods – Year 5 Teacher 

Bridget Woods is a dedicated and experienced educator with a strong background in teaching early and primary years. Over the past nine years, she has taught Kindergarten to Year 2, as well as Years 4 and 5, fostering a love of learning in students across a range of developmental stages. 

Holding a Bachelor of Education – Birth to 12 Years from the University of Notre Dame, Bridget is committed to delivering engaging and student-centred learning experiences. She values creating inclusive and supportive classroom environments where all students feel encouraged to grow academically and socially. 

Passionate about building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues, Bridget enjoys working collaboratively to support student learning and development. A lifelong reader, she loves sharing her enthusiasm for books with her students and inspiring a love of reading in the classroom. 

International Night – Save the Date 

The Junior School hosts a significant community event during Term 1 each year. This year it will be our much loved International Night. It will take place on Friday 4 April 2025. More details will be forthcoming. Keep this evening free. It is an event you do not want to miss! 

– Daniel Sandral
Head of Junior School