{"id":43734,"date":"2026-02-06T12:48:35","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T01:48:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mlc\/?post_type=article&#038;p=43734"},"modified":"2026-02-06T12:48:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T01:48:35","slug":"from-the-head-of-junior-school-244","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mlc\/article\/from-the-head-of-junior-school-244\/","title":{"rendered":"From the Head of Junior School"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;letter-spacing: 0px\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-35865\" src=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2025\/02\/Exec_Thumbnail_DanielSandral25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2025\/02\/Exec_Thumbnail_DanielSandral25.jpg 230w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2025\/02\/Exec_Thumbnail_DanielSandral25-113x150.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>It has been very rewarding to see all our Junior School girls settling confidently into their learning routines, including sport and co\u2011curricular activities. At our Monday morning message for Year 1 to Year 5, I spoke with the girls about making the most of the many opportunities available at MLC School. It is clear this week that they are already giving their best across all aspects of Junior School life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(15, 71, 97)\"><b>Parent Information Evening<\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">This week we hosted Parent Information Sessions for Pre\u2011Kindergarten to Year 6. Thank you to all the parents who joined us. Please visit \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/omnia.mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i>Omnia<\/i><\/a>\u00a0for the grade\u2011specific information that was provided.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><b style=\"font-size: 1rem;letter-spacing: 0px\">Co\u2011curricular<\/b><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;letter-spacing: 0px\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">All co\u2011curricular programs have now commenced. It has been a delight to see the girls extending themselves through the all\u2011round education that MLC School provides.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">If you\u00a0require\u00a0details about our extensive co\u2011curricular offerings, please visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au\/student-life-learning\/co-curricular\/co-curricular-2026\/enrolment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Co\u2011curricular Microsite<\/a> for program information and staff contacts.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(15, 71, 97)\"><b>Commencement of School Times<\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Learning begins at the following times:\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" role=\"presentation\">Year 6:\u00a0<strong>8.15am<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" role=\"presentation\">Kindergarten to Year 5:\u00a0<strong>8.30am\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" role=\"presentation\">Pre\u2011Kindergarten: <strong>9am\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">We kindly ask that girls arrive before these times to ensure a smooth start to their day and to avoid missing any learning. The Junior School campus opens at 8am for Kindergarten to Year 5, and Before School Care is available from 7am.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(15, 71, 97)\"><b>Pick\u2011Up Times<\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">To support an orderly and safe dismissal, please avoid arriving earlier than your daughter\u2019s designated pick\u2011up time, as this may\u00a0impact\u00a0families collecting students before you.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" role=\"presentation\">Pre\u2011Kindergarten: <strong>2.45pm\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" role=\"presentation\">Kindergarten to Year 2:\u00a0<strong>3.10pm<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" role=\"presentation\">Year 3 to Year 5:\u00a0<strong>3.30pm<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">All students must be collected by\u00a0<strong>3.40pm.<\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>\nAfter School Care concludes at <strong>6pm.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Please drive safely. If a driver fails to adhere to safe driving, they will be banned from the privilege of using our MLC School car park facilities. Everyone\u2019s safety is of the upmost importance.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Please note: Park Road is <strong>not permitted<\/strong> as a pick\u2011up or drop\u2011off point.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(15, 71, 97)\"><b>Save the Date \u2013 Junior School Cardboard Challenge<\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Our much\u2011loved Junior School Cardboard Challenge (Pre\u2011Kindergarten to Year 6) will take place on the evening of <strong>Friday 20 March 2026. \u00a0<\/strong>The theme for this fun and spirited House competition will be announced soon.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Please begin collecting cardboard at home. Strong, large pieces\u2014such as moving boxes and cylinders\u2014are ideal. We will\u00a0advise\u00a0you when to bring the cardboard to school.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">A friendly warning for seasoned participants:\u00a0No cheating!\u00a0Prefabricated cardboard and personal construction supplies (e.g., glue guns, tape, pre\u2011cut structures) are\u00a0not\u00a0permitted.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(15, 71, 97)\"><b>Staff Spotlight \u2013 Dylan Kuronuma<\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p data-ogsc=\"rgb(15, 71, 97)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-43735\" src=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2026\/02\/Dylan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2026\/02\/Dylan.jpg 481w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2026\/02\/Dylan-113x150.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Dylan Kuronuma is a passionate educator with experience teaching across the primary years in both public and independent school settings. In 2025, he taught at MLC School as a casual teacher, working with students from Pre\u2011Kindergarten to Year 6.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">He holds\u00a0a\u00a0Master of Teaching (UNSW)\u00a0and a\u00a0Bachelor of Laws (UTS),\u00a0bringing\u00a0strong communication\u00a0skills and a professional approach to his teaching practice. His international experience\u2014teaching in Japan and volunteering in China and Cambodia\u2014has further strengthened his ability to support diverse learners.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Dylan is dedicated to building positive relationships with students and fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages curiosity and a genuine love of learning. He values partnering with families to support each child\u2019s growth.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW47409669 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Outside the classroom, Dylan enjoys playing tennis, swimming, and exploring local caf\u00e9s.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">I look forward to seeing many of our parents at our Parent Welcome on the main campus this evening.\u00a0<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"><a href=\"mailto:dsandral@mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au\"><em><strong>&#8211; Daniel Sandral<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/div>\n<div data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\">Head of Junior School<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It has been very rewarding to see all our Junior School girls settling confidently into their learning routines, including sport and co\u2011curricular activities. 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