Pymble in Dubbo

From the Principal

This week, for several reasons, I’ve been struck with a deep sense of gratitude for the incredibly caring staff we have at Pymble. It made me reflect on what it means to be grateful, which drew me to The Harvard EdCast and research on gratitude by Professor Andrea Hussong from the University of North Carolina.

When speaking with children about gratitude, Prof Hussong and her team refer to the four ‘beats’ of gratitude. They explain that gratitude is more about stopping to reflect on grateful moments in time rather than trying to be a grateful person. This really made sense to me; to reflect on moments where gratitude bubbles naturally to the surface as perfect teachable opportunities for our girls.

Prof Hussong speaks about:

1. What we notice – and turning our minds to being on the lookout for grateful moments. 
2. Making sense of that moment – stopping to reflect and think about how that moment came about.
3. Our thoughts and feelings – how we process those moments and make sense of them; for example, what led a person or group of people to behave in that way.
4. What we do when these moments happen – how we demonstrate our gratitude.

It’s fantastic that she encourages us to teach young people to move beyond manners; to be on the lookout for moments where gratitude might be present, and to focus on the intention of those actions and the connections in those moments.

In an episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast called The Science of Gratitude & 6 Surprising Ways You’re Getting it Wrong, Robbins takes this a step further by explaining the difference between being thankful and being grateful. Thankfulness is usually transactional and often expected – you could almost say it reflects your manners. If someone holds open the doors of the lift for you, there is an expectation you will say thank you in response. This type of exchange is automatic, not especially imbued with feeling, and will most likely be forgotten by both parties when the doors close.

Gratefulness, on the other hand, is an emotional response to a specific action that lingers with you. When we express and receive gratitude, our brain releases dopamine and serotonin, creating a lingering feeling of joy and a sense of genuine connection with the person who took that specific action.

It was a true pleasure to share with Secondary students in Combined Assembly on Tuesday a moment of deep gratitude for one of our staff that I experienced over the weekend.

On Saturday morning, I arrived home after doing a few chores to find a package tucked into the corner of my garage door. There was also a text message on my phone from our Deputy Principal, Ms Rockwell, who said she had noticed I was really struggling with a cold this week and had left me a package of ArmaForce, which she finds helpful when she’s unwell. In the package was enough stock to last six months because she didn’t just want me well for now, she wanted me to be well for a long time.

It made me pause and reflect. Not just in relation to the gift that had arrived at my door, but the actions that led to it.

Ms Rockwell had thought about how I was feeling, driven to the chemist (on her way to Saturday sport to support the girls), had a discussion with the pharmacist about what was going to be most effective for me, driven to my home, knocked on my door, realised I wasn’t home and so placed the package where I would find it, taken a photo, and then wrote and sent a lovely caring text message to explain everything.

The gift was so much more than the ArmaForce – the gift was the intention, the thought and the time Ms Rockwell spent thinking about how she could help me, and then doing something about that. For this, I am so grateful.

Research shows there are many benefits of gratitude. In a nutshell, it improves our physical and mental health, self-esteem and behaviour, life satisfaction, relationships, and careers. It even helps us to sleep better. If gratitude were a tablet, we would most likely choose to take one daily. We don’t need that tablet, however, when we are part of a community that actively practices gratitude.

This Easter break is a great opportunity to focus less on the Easter eggs that may be given and more on the care, thoughts and energy of the person who spent precious time sourcing, selecting and gifting the eggs.

I’m also hoping there’s an opportunity for our girls to find a moment to give the gift of their thoughtfulness, their time and their intention to impact positively on someone around them and, in doing so, grow that wonderful feeling of gratitude that exists in our community.

For those who are interested, Prof Hussong delivers a free 30-minute online course on Gratitude Conversations for parents, which you can access here.

Have a wonderful long weekend, filled with grateful moments.

Windows into Learning

Speaking of gratitude leads us beautifully into this week’s Windows into Learning section celebrating more magic moments of teaching and learning at Pymble.

Years 3 to 6 PE

“In Term 1, students in Years 3 to 6 have been engaging in a variety of activities to promote physical fitness and develop essential motor skills, such as throwing and catching. Learning how to effectively throw and catch different objects not only improves hand-eye co-ordination but also offers many benefits for overall physical and cognitive development. These skills require precise co-ordination of hand movements, muscle control, and visual tracking, leading to improved dexterity and agility.

“PE activities also promote teamwork, co-operation and communication skills, which are vital when playing team sports and help to foster a sense of unity and friendship among participants. Developing these skills allows the girls to become more involved in sports and activities within the community, which has the flow-on effect of enhancing their social and physical health.”

Miss Charlotte Baker
Junior School PDHPE teacher

Year 10 Commerce

“On a recent incursion, Moneyvest came and spoke to Year 10 Commerce students about wealth creation and smart money decisions. We did a short quiz to help us understand our approach to spending and reflected on these results, brainstorming ideas on how to better these habits. The presenter shared a large amount of insightful information on interest rates, showing us how to make the most of any savings that we had in a bank account. Everyone was eager to contact their banks to try and improve their interest rates to above five per cent.

“Moneyvest shared a payslip that we examined and labelled in order to ensure that in any current or future jobs we know exactly how to guarantee we are being paid fairly. They shared the importance of having a tax file number and how to approach getting one, and we had interesting discussions on tax in different countries and the importance of filing tax returns. Overall, the incursion was extremely informative and engaging and I believe that all of year 10 learned something we can carry with us and use in the future.”

Zara Patterson
Year 10 Commerce student

From the Junior School

From the Deputy Head of Junior School – Academic

Learning to take risks – mistakes in learning

Following on from Mrs Brown’s newsletter last week on “learning to take risks – the power of play”, I wanted to write about learning to take risks – mistakes in learning. Our Junior School teachers play a pivotal role in this process. By cultivating trust and establishing rapport, the girls are encouraged to venture into unfamiliar territories which enables them to grow and evolve. By taking risks in learning, students are equipped with invaluable skills such as problem solving, critical and creative thinking and creativity. As students grapple with a challenge and learn to navigate through the process of finding a solution or answer, they develop resilience and perseverance. From mistakes our girls are provided an opportunity to reflect, improve and develop a deeper understanding of concepts. The sense of pride and accomplishment after overcoming challenges fuels the girls’ motivation and drive to tackle complex tasks with confidence.

By fostering an environment in the Junior School where our girls feel supported in taking risks, it not only builds academic success but also nurtures students as lifelong learners to be adaptable and resilient when faced with a challenge. Speaking at our weekly assembly about mistakes in learning and being brave, our Junior School girls readily share when they’ve had a “fabulous failure”, they share with their peers the path they went down to find the correct solution, whether it was trying something different, asking questions or working with their peers and teachers. When sharing their feelings the girls confidently expressed how proud they felt. This is a powerful dialogue shared amongst our student community; hearing from peers that errors happen in their learning helps all students in the Junior School see mistakes as part of everyone’s journey. As adults it is important that we model mistakes and the strategies we use to overcome them.

It is wonderful to also walk into classrooms across the Junior School observing girls having a go even when the task is challenging. Whether working independently or collaboratively, our girls are viewing mistakes as opportunities for growth. We are very Pymble proud of our girls having a go in their learning.

“If you take lots of risks and do the tricky things, sometimes you end up having the most fun!” Mira  Samy

“When I am doing Maths, sometimes if it is easy, so we can take some more risks and do amazing things!” Elizabeth Lim

“Life is a boardgame of change. If you never roll the dice, you can’t win.  This is what I keep in mind when approaching new challenges – when you take a chance there is an opportunity to succeed.” – Loriah Zhang

“Life is a storm, constantly throwing challenges at you. Some people have adapted to fit in and stay safe. Others have grown strong and stretched high, they have learnt from the challenges and taken risks and come out successful. We need to be like those people who are daring to challenge, improve and succeed.” – Ellie Zhang

“Risks are how you learn; they are not dangers that stay in your way forever.” – Scarlett Qui

“If you find an opportunity, grasp it at once – for it may never come again.” Sarah Lu

“Opportunity only comes from risks.” – Elaine Liu

“It is okay to make mistakes because that is how we learn.” -Dakota Gu

“Taking risks when we are writing is important and making mistakes is even more important because they help me learn.”  Neve Sadananda

“Taking risks are crucial because mistakes are part of your learning process. If you never have taken a risk in learning, you wouldn’t be who you are or as brave. Risk taking is crucial.”  Alex Xiao

“Making mistakes is a way to learn. Taking risks helps build your confidence with your work.” Gisele Whitehead

“Making mistakes in your learning is a big part of life. It is how you learn.”  Ellie Rose Ruiz Del Portal Greene

“Mistakes represent taking risk and although you may not have succeeded the first time there’s nothing worse than not having a try in the first place. You feel more satisfied when you’ve had another go and succeed than if you got it right the first time.” Emma Popli

“Mistakes are the first step in learning and help you move towards success but without perseverance, you will never know how close to succeeding you really came. I feel triumphant when I overcome a challenge and try something new.” Chelsea Wang

Thank you to our parents who attended our Academic Series on “Supporting Reading at Home” and “Being a Junior Mathematician”. Please click here to view the resource provided to parents on questions to ask your daughter after reading to help develop reading comprehension.

A message from Mr Stephen Robinson – Acting Deputy Head of Junior School – Operations

National Ride Safely to School Day

Thank you to all parents who supported the National Ride Safely to School initiative that took place last Friday. We had 288 students either ride, scoot or bring their bike or scooter to school as part of the day, filling the turning circle and internal road with a sea of colours.

Our extended lunchtime was a fantastic opportunity for students to ride with their friends. Some girls participated in speed trials with Mrs Brown on the tennis court, while others embraced their inner dare-devil and rode down the internal road. I am very proud of the girls who showed great resilience and courage and overcame nerves and the odd crash!

We extend our thanks to our wonderful families that labelled bags and bikes to make the day so much easier. We also wish to thank Harris Farm at St Ives for their donation of fresh apples, bananas and oranges for students.

A reminder that students are welcome to bring their bike or scooter to school everyday, with students able to ride at lunch under the supervision of teachers.

Pedal Your Own Smoothie

Thank you to all our wonderful JSPG volunteers who made our Smoothie event such a success. Students loved riding the bikes to blend their smoothies. Pedal your own Smoothie is always a highlight for our girls in the Junior School.

A message from Mrs Kate Giles – Head of Wellbeing K-6

Today the girls have enjoyed our inaugural whole Junior School Wellbeing Day. Starting with an Assembly to launch the day, the girls were reminded of the importance of looking after their wellbeing and caring for themselves through things like getting enough sleep, moving their bodies and being kind to themselves through positive self-talk.

The girls then rotated through various activities to focus on their Mind, Body and Spirit. The activities included some of our youngest girls exploring sensory play, being creative and learning different techniques to calm their emotions and our older girls learning new skills such as knitting and sewing as well as engaging in dance, team sports, learning positive self-care habits and spending time in nature. Some of the activities across the rotations were designed and co-led by students, including paper making, drama, book club and cooking. Thank you to Mia Farthing in Year 5, Jasmine Smith in Year 4, Riya Samy in Year 4, Aarthi Rao in Year 4 and Maisie Borg in Year 4 for your wonderful ideas. 

Following these rotations, the girls all came together in their House groups to learn some more skipping techniques, enthusiastically led by the Year 6 House leaders. The girls enjoyed sharing their new skipping skills and the teachers enjoyed learning these too!  

The day ended with all girls spending time reflecting on the day, both personally and as a class. I encourage you to talk to your daughter about what she enjoyed today and how she felt taking time to focus on her wellbeing.  

Parent Wellbeing Series

Due to added interest, we are holding a second session on ‘How to help your daughter with her emotions’. The session will be the same as the one held earlier this term and will focus on emotional regulation and how to help your daughter manage her emotions.

You will also hear from Heidi Lynch, Kindergarten Co-ordinator and Tracy Reid, Year 3 Co-ordinator about the programs used in the classroom. The session will be held on 9 May at 8.30am in the 3-6 Library. Please sign up using this link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Am5Desq5aYVR0NGNYbkws3ggVNM0cB6_8hnuxlSvly0/edit

Junior School Digital News

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Junior School Digital News

Term 1 2024 Key Dates

Friday 29 March                                    Good Friday (Public Holiday) 

Monday 1 April                                       Easter Monday (Public Holiday)

Wednesday 3 April                               Year 2 Illustrator (11.20am to 12.00pm, 12.00pm to 12.40pm)           

Saturday 6 April                                    IPSHA Cross Country

Saturday 6 April                                    JSPG Family Movie Night (ticketed event) 4.00pm-8.00pm

Tuesday 9 April                                     Years 5 to 12 End of Term Assembly, 1.20pm to 2.00 pm

Friday 12 April                                       K-2 Decorate a Cookie and Easter Hat Parade

Friday 12 April                                       Years 3 to 6 Skip Off

Friday 12 April                                       Last day of Term 1

Tuesday 30 April                                 First day of Term 2

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From the Junior School Parent Group (JSPG)

JSPG Family Movie Night – Saturday 6 April

Our Junior School families are warmly invited to the JSPG Family Movie Night on Saturday 6 April from 4.00pm to 8.00pm on Main Oval. The evening will feature a BBQ dinner, a big screen movie screening of Migration, popcorn and an inflatable obstacle course. 

This is our only full Junior School family event together – come along and enjoy the beautiful backdrop of the College as the sun sets.  We’ve moved the date forward this year while the weather is still warm, and put your clocks back an hour when you go to bed for an extra hour of sleep! 

Funds raised from this event will be donated to the Junior School to help purchase additional learning resources for our girls.  Please register here by Wednesday 27 March. 

JSPG Easter Cookie Decorating for Kindergarten to Year 2 – Friday 12 April

The JSPG is pleased to hold the Easter Cookie Decorating activity for Kindergarten to Year 2 this year. Each girl will receive two Easter cookies to decorate in class during the morning. The cookies are nut-free and made from natural ingredients. Icing, sprinkles and a small selection of lollies will be used to decorate each cookie. Gluten-free and vegan cookies are available on request.

Please register here by Friday 5 April for this fun activity on the last day of term!

PPA Year 4 Mother and Daughter Camp

Year 4 Mums, please save the date – Saturday 1 June to Sunday 2 June, overnight at Vision Valley. Look out for the invite on MyPymble soon!

Upcoming Events

• Year 5 Park Date – Monday 1 April

Meet at the playground from 10.00am to 12.00pm.  Come and meet girls across all Year 5 classes.  Please see the flyer for more details. 

Wishing our Junior School families a “Hoppy” Easter – we hope you all enjoy lots of chocolate over the long weekend break. 

Please contact us with any questions or feedback at pymblelcjspg@gmail.com

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Kate Brown

Head of Junior School

From the Middle School

The second group of Year 7 students have been loving their Outdoor Education experience out at Vision Valley this week. The girls continue to demonstrate commitment to the program, embracing opportunities to develop new skills and as importantly, building new connections within and outside their Compass groupings.

Camping at Crosslands has been a highlight for many, whilst others have embraced the challenge of the expedition feeling great pride on completion. Some of the girls had the privilege of being the first cohort to stay in the Koala Lodge at Valley which reopened this week on our arrival. The other girls have been billeted in either Stringybark Lodge or Echidna Lodge both of which have undergone extensive renovation over the last 12 months.

A huge thank you to all the staff involved in supporting the girls: Year 7 Compass teachers, Middle School Events Manager, Amy Bastes, Year 7 Heads of Year, Gina Ventura and Ray Howells, and especially to Deputy Head of Middle School, Sarah Budd for her outstanding organisation of the program and unfailing investment in ensuring all girls maximised their experience

We have been impressed by the students who interviewed this week for the Year 8 National Exchange program. They have been well prepared and confident in sharing their strengths and questions about what the program will look like. As I said last week we are delighted to be partnering with 5 schools across the country in Term 3. We are hoping to share names of successful candidates prior to the break.

Congratulations to all of the students who represented Pymble at the igsa Swimming and Diving Championships last week. We are so proud of each of you:

Sasha Dubrovina: Year 8

Lera Dubrovina: Year 8

Rose Purcell: Year 8

Lauren Harding: Year 8

Imogen Jones: Year 8

Megan Chia: Year 8

Emma Ng: Year 8

Mia Micallef: Year 8

Jessica Persson: Year 8

Penelope Hargraves: Year 7

Quinn Parry-Okeden: Year 7

Keira Donovan: Year 7

Charlotte Sadler: Year 7

Lara Manuel: Year 7

Lillie Oldfield: Year 7

Lilian Ahlenstiel: Year 7

Below are some of our amazing results:

Lara Manuel – Year 7 – IGSA Junior Springboard Champion

1st 13 year Springboard

Qualified 1st 13 year Springboard for CIS

2nd Open Platform

Qualified 1st 12/13/14 year Platform for CIS

Lauren Harding – Year 8

2nd Team Event (Diving)

Megan Chia – Year 8 – Equal 1st for the Junior Individual Champion

1^st 14-year-old 50 metre Freestyle

1^st 11–14-year-old 100 metre Freestyle

1^st 14-year-old 50 metre Butterfly

Imogen Jones, Emma Ng, Megan Chia, Charlotte Sadler – Year 8

2^nd 4×50 Meter Medley Junior Relay

Emma Ng – Year 8

2^nd 13-Year-old 50 metre Backstroke

1^st 13-year-old 50 metre Butterfly

Our Year 8 students attended the carnival showing their Pymble Pride throughout the day. Below is a student reflection on the day.

On Friday of week 8, year 8 Pymble girls went to the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre to cheer on and support their fellow school mates who were competing at the igsa Swimming and Diving carnival. The day was filled with high spirits, loud cheering and amazing achievements.

The igsa Swimming and Diving carnival is an annual carnival that Pymble attends every year as an independent girls’ school. igsa (Independent Girls’ School Association) was founded in 1916 as the heads of over 30 independent girls’ schools with the purpose of advancing their education. igsa sport has the goal of helping girls appreciate the value of physical activity, fair play, and good sportsmanship, which Pymble swimmers and divers greatly displayed in and out of the pool.

Upon arrival at the venue, you could see two pools, filled with many swimmers and divers practicing or competing. There was plenty of activity in the stands, students talking to their friends, parents cheering on their kids and competitors getting ready to enter the pool. Year 8 girls quickly filled up the stands, excited to watch and cheer on the races. Leading up to the races, everyone practiced the Pymble war cry and other creative chants to support and encourage the Pymble swimmers and divers in their heats. The cheers of Year 8 gave swimmers and divers the motivation they need to excel in their events, just like how a heartbeat propels blood through your body so you can have energy to do things, which is the very essence of Pymble pulse.

With several Year 8 swimmers representing Pymble, the cheering reached a crescendo, fuelled by the indomitable Pymble Pulse spirit. Just like the idea of Pymble Pulse, the positive energy of Year 8 Pymble supporters also created a chain reaction. Witnessing their peers clinching 2nd and even 1st positions in races evoked thunderous applause, jubilant shouts, and ecstatic leaps from the Pymble supporters, which then motivated swimmers and divers to do even better. The triumphs of Pymble Girls in their heats were undoubtedly the highlight of the day, evoking radiant smiles on every face despite the fatigue.

During the day, everyone in Year 8 wonderfully demonstrated our school theme Pymble Pulse, which aims to support Pymble girls in co-curricular sports and activities during this year. As the students returned to school, voices hoarse, arms slightly sore, they carried with them a profound sense of pride in their Pymble community and cherished memories that would endure long after the event’s conclusion.

Written by Ella Zhang (Year 8)

Pymble Ladies College has been a strong supporter of the NSW Swifts over the years, and for season 2024 we have been invited to attend the 2024 NSW Swifts Season Launch on Thursday 4 April. Gwen Pickthall (Year 7) has been invited to participate in on-court activities with NSW Swift players. This is a great opportunity for members of our netball teams to participate and be up close and personal with the Swifts.

From the Middle School Parent Groups

Year 7

We are looking forward to hosting our first Year 7 parent event of the year at The Greengate Hotel on Friday 17 May – a ladies’ night with dinner and drinks. 

We have over 40 registered for this evening so it should be a great chance to catch up and meet new parents and carers.

Please see our WhatsApp group for further updates.

Hope you have a wonderful Easter break.

Kind regards

Stephanie, Leigh and Briar

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Jenny O’Donnell

Head of Middle School

From the Upper School

A message from Mrs Victoria Harrison, Acting Head of Upper School

The Easter break is a lovely chance for Upper School students and staff to recharge for the last few weeks of term. We are enormously proud of how well Year 9 and 10 have approached their end of term assessments and the involvement in the co-curricular life of Pymble.

At the end of Week 10, families will have the chance to discuss their daughter’s progress with their teachers. Learning Discussions provide a valuable opportunity for us to share insights into your daughter’s educational journey, highlight her achievements, and address any concerns or questions you may have. Your active participation is key to ensuring her continued growth and success. In the lead up to these conversations it is helpful to check in with your daughter about her progress this year. Chatting with your daughter about the subjects or topics they have found most engaging and why, how they feel about their progress compared to their expectations can help or if they need additional support can help frame a productive evening.

Congratulations to everyone involved in the recent Australian Rowing Championships and the Cattle team at the Royal Easter Show! It is exciting to celebrate the achievements of our students on the podium and those who bring home ribbons. However, what truly matters is witnessing the excitement and personal growth our students experience through their participation in co-curricular activities. As we eagerly await the outcomes of the finals in IGSA Saturday sport in the next few weeks, cheer on our Robotics team in Houston this week and enjoy the Year 10 drama production of Fangirls, we extend our best wishes to all the girls as they conclude their Term 1 activities. Good luck to you all!

Year 10 students have shared their reflections on their involvement in some recent events:

On the weekend, a group of Year 9 to 12s took part in Rowing Nationals. So many people from across the country came to compete. On Thursday we raced in our heats followed by the repecharge on Friday, the semi-final on Saturday, and the B and C final on Sunday. This was a great opportunity to introduce us to an elite rowing event. This was also an incredibly fun experience for everyone who took part in it.

Last week the Pymble Cattle Team went to compete at the Sydney Royal Easter Show with our four steers, Uno, Unit, Urchin and Teddy. This is our big show for the year so it was amazing to see all our preparation and hard work coming together. For many of the girls this was their first time parading at the easter show which is an amazing experience for everyone involved and provided many new opportunities to learn new things. Overall it was an amazing experience for everyone involved and everyone had a really wonderful time trying new things and playing with the steers.

• Annabelle Jones walked Uno school parader (Reserve Champion School Parader)
• Livia Armstrong walked Uno in Auction
• Addison Harthog-Smith walked Teddy in Auction    
• Anais Vander walked Unit in Steer Class
• Eilidh Skelton walked Teddy in ASC paraders competition 

We have included a photo of our Winning Compass group from the Year 10 Urban Challenge – a delighted Mr Peacock and his fellow golfers from 10GA.

We were also thrilled with the number of Upper School girls who came to our weekly Days for Girls workshop at lunchtime. They were so industrious, and found it to be a fun and rewarding way to spend their time.

Key Dates

Thursday 11 April – Year 8-10 Learning Discussions – Evening

Friday 12 April – Year 8-10 Learning Discussions – All Day (No classes)

Friday 12 April – Last Day of Term (For Year 9) 

Tuesday 30 April – First Day of Term 2

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Victoria Harrison

Acting Head of Upper School

From the Senior School

From the Deputy Head of Senior School

Week 9 has been a busy week as the Year 11 students complete their Assessment block. The students are to be congratulated for their sensible and mature approach in their preparation and completion of tasks. For the students, this set of tasks will provide some valuable feedback on their strengths and areas in need of further attention. In addition to this, the girls can also review how well they prepared for their tasks, and make adjustments to their routines, where required.

Year 11 Formal

Last Friday saw their Year 11 students, and their guests, celebrate in style at Le Montage, at their formal. Once again, the girls are to be commended for their exemplary conduct – the teachers have commented on what a pleasure it was to spend the evening with your daughters and create some wonderful memories. My thanks to all the staff in attendance and the team who organised this event for the girls.

Sailing

Congratulations to Year 12 student, Sara Bruce, on her outstanding achievements in sailing this season. Some highlights of these include competing in the 2024 Oceanian and Australian ILCA Open and Youth Championships. Here Sara raced in an open age group, finishing 12^th overall and was the 1^st U19 female competitor. We are all so proud of Sara’s achievements in sailing, which are hard-earned and well-deserved.

Rowing

Congratulations too, for our rowing team, who competed in the Australian Rowing Championships, with our First VIII finishing in 2^nd place. What outstanding results across the board, which reflects the dedication and hard work from the athletes and their coaches.

The National School Constitutional Convention

The National Schools Constitutional Convention (NSCC) provided the invaluable opportunity for 120 aspiring legal minds across Australia to delve into the realm of Constitutional law, sparking aspirations for careers in politics, policy-making and public service. Through collaborative workshops in the four-day program, I was able to network with like-minded peers and exchange insights on the annual topic of whether Section 96 of the Constitution should be amended to decentralise the power of the Commonwealth. Topics of particular interest for me included the structure of fiscal federalism, the normative principle of subsidiarity, and the discretionary nature of state funding.

I was also equally fascinated by the keynote addresses from Mr Alan Fenna on residual powers and Dr Andrew Banfield on the accountability of states in receiving Commonwealth funding and grants. Highlights of the program were meeting with the Governer-General, visiting Government House, and dining at The National Press Club of Australia, which is known for hosting public debates and discussions that shape Australia now and in the future. The conclusion of the NSCC involved the drafting of a Communiqué with student insights on the annual topic to be passed on to the Deputy Chair of the Senate.

It’s exciting to know that the enriching discussions which took place during the program have the potential to make tangible change in Parliament! Beyond academic enrichment, the NSCC was an empowering chance to nurture a broader understanding of the way in which the Constitution profoundly impacts our daily lives and the need to critically analyse its frameworks to ensure it evolves along with our society. 

Written by Jiya (Year 12)

Best wishes for Easter

Finally, I have returned from a short period of medical leave and would like to take this opportunity to thank the Deputy Head of Senior School, Ms Patricia Gallardo, for leading the Senior School in my absence. I was very sorry to miss some lovely occasions, particularly both Year 11 and 12 formals. However, I have had great reports about what wonderful evenings both of these were, and look forward to hearing all the stories from the girls this week.

Best wishes to all Senior School families, for a very happy Easter break. I hope you all find the opportunity to take some rest and have some great time together as a family. If you are on the move, safe travels. As you can see below, we have some exciting events to round out Term 1, and I look forward to seeing the girls back on Tuesday 2 April.

Term 1 Key Dates

Tuesday 26 to Thursday 28 March – Year 11 Assessment block

Friday 29 March – Good Friday Public Holiday

Monday 1 April – Easter Monday Public Holiday

Thursday 4 April – Year 11 University Immersion Day

Thursday 4 April – Year 12 Food for Thought

Friday 12 April – Term 1 ends

Friday 3 May – Careers Expo (date changed to Friday 3 May from Monday 8 April)

From the Secondary School Parent Group

Dear Year 12 Parents and Carers

Please save the date for our Term 2 Parent/Carer Social Event – a casual pizza night on Friday 17 May at 7.00pm.  

More details will be shared soon.

Wishing you a wonderful Easter break!

Pilar & Susan

Nikki Wyse

Head of Senior School

From the Boarding School

There is nothing like an Easter Egg hunt to herald the start of Easter for our Boarding family. On Tuesday night the race was on to uncover as much chocolate as possible and our Spirit House Captains did not disappoint in their distribution of eggs. Most of our Boarders will be home with you by now and I am hopeful (but not optimistic) that some of the eggs found their way back to you.

ABSA onsite

Last week members of the Australian Boarding Schools Association (ABSA), New South Wales division, joined us at Pymble for a morning of learning about all things Boarding. The morning commenced with a presentation by David Ford on the legal aspects of boarding and was followed by a presentation on neurodiversity. In between there was time to share ideas and make plans to help ensure that our Boarders receive optimum care so they can the most of living in a school environment.

Boarding Leaders Get Together – Skye and Aspen, Head Boarders

Last Friday, 22 March, the Pymble Boarding Prefects hosted a Boarding Prefect Afternoon Tea with the intention to build new connections with fellow boarding schools within Sydney. We were gladly joined by Boarding leaders from St Joseph’s College, Knox Grammar School, Newington College, Loreto Normanhurst, Ravenswood School for Girls and Wenona School Boarding prefects. This event was a great opportunity to exchange initiatives and insights from a diverse range of communities. Our afternoon was filled with much chatter, games such as Scattergories and Pictionary Relays, as well as an array of delicious treats. We aim to keep these connections in the future to further extend our Boarding community and strengthen these interschool relationships.

Balmoral Swim for Cancer, Mrs White, Deputy Director of Boarding

Last weekend, the Balmoral Swim for Cancer brought together our beautiful Boarders in a touching display of togetherness and athleticism. Against the backdrop of Balmoral beach, our swimmers raced with determination, not just for the finish line but for a greater cause – supporting cancer research and treatment for kids with cancer.

A highlight this year is the awarding of the Charity Cup, recognising fundraising efforts of our Boarders. Together they raised $5,300 for this worth cause.

We would love you to join us and ‘Eat Like a Boarder’

I hope you can join us for dinner on Monday 29 April at 6.00pm, when you return your girls from the Term 1 break. This will be the ‘real’ experience, with you being able to enjoy the regular dinner service, just as the girls do each evening. If you would like to join us please rsvp to boarding@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au.

Keen for a fabulous weekend away with our Boarding families?

Following last year’s amazing parent weekend in Mudgee, the McLaughlin family has organised another action-packed weekend away, this time in the Hawkesbury.

After checking into Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley, only a 50-minute drive from Pymble, we will catch a coach to the McLaughlin’s Hillbilly Cider for a late lunch. After returning to the Crowne Plaza, and enjoying the facilities, dinner and drinks will be served at the hotel.

On Sunday morning we will check out of Crowne and make our way to the Windsor Polo Club where we will enjoy a picnic lunch to conclude what’s set to be another wonderful weekend getaway.

We would love to have as many parents join in the fun. Please click on flyer below to book your activities, and click here to book your accomodation for the weekend.

Loving Love It

View From My Window

My name is Xyla, I’m in Year 9 and I have been a Boarder at Pymble since the start of Year 8. I live in Moss Vale (Mossy) with my parents and younger brother. It’s located in the Southern Highlands in the Wingecarribee Shire NSW, about two hours from Sydney. The best thing about Mossy is the scenery and how beautiful and green it always is. I also love the cafes there because they always have really good food. 

I didn’t always live in Moss Vale, I have also lived on two farming properties out west near Dubbo and now have lived in Moss Vale for almost five years now. It’s good to board close to home because that benefits me when I want to go out on the weekends and it’s comforting to know that my family is not far away. During the holidays we always go back to Wellington and Warren, the places we used to live, to see my grandparents who still live out there.  

While being at home I love to go shopping with my friends in Bowral which is about ten minutes away from Mossy and I also enjoy watching sunsets at my house because they are always really pretty. 

Boarder of the Week

Coming from the small town of Scone, it has been lovely to watch Quinn settle into Boarding at Pymble. Quinn is a caring, no fuss, “always happy to help” Boarder and a friend to many. Quinn enjoys getting involved in everything at Pymble from cooking in the House and banding together the Avonmoore song troupe where she accompanies on ukelele, to all things sport including AFL, basketball and of course her passion, swimming.

Quinn is independent with her busy schedule and gets up without complaint at 5.30am four mornings a week where she is escorted by staff to the pool. Last Sunday, Quinn; along with three others from Avonmoore, denied herself a well-earned sleep-in by waking at 6am to participate in the Balmoral Swim for Cancer Schools Relay Challenge. Not only did Quinn swim in the Juniors relay, but she also immediately backed this up by swimming with the intermediate team who were down a swimmer due to injury. Thank you, Quinn, for making your mark in Boarding and Avonmoore 2024!

Happy Easter!

Sending every good wish for a happy, holy and family filled long weekend with your family. We look forward to welcoming back your girls from 5.00pm on Monday 1 April.

Save the Date

28 March         Boarders’ Travel Day for the Easter Long Weekend

1 April              Boarders return from the Easter Long Weekend from 5.00pm

9 April              End of Term Chapel and Dinner for Boarders

12 April            End of Term Travel Day

29 April            Boarders return and Eat Like a Boarder for parents

Extra-special must-save dates!

18 and 19 May      Regional Weekend on the Hawkesbury for Boarder parents only.

25 August       Father, Daughter event

20 September           Boarders and their Families event

21 September           Garden Party

3 November              Mother, Daughter Lunch (please note revised date)

Boarder Parent Group Meetings

7 May – 7.00pm Microsoft Teams meeting

20 September – 2.30pm onsite

24 October – 7.00pm Microsoft Teams meeting

Carolyn Burgess

Head of Boarding

From the Chaplains

I wonder if you have been to Walt Disney World in Florida? Walt Disney World was the first theme park of its kind. It sits on forty-three square miles – nearly twice the size of Manhattan. Originally, it took seven years to plan, and more than four years to build. Such an enormous undertaking, I think you’ll agree, could never come to fruition without a great mind having a clear vision.

Yet Walt Disney was never alive to see the end of the building works. Disney World had its grand opening on October 1, 1971, five years after the great Walt Disney passed away. During the dedication ceremony, someone turned to Mrs. Walt Disney and said, “Isn’t it a shame that Walt didn’t live to see this?” Mrs. Disney replied, “He did see it, that’s why it’s here.” 

Here at Pymble, we are surrounded by construction. Accompanied with this construction is lots of change, some disruption, some missing car spaces and strange new paths to walk around the College. But there is a vision in place, a picture of the kind of buildings fit for the kind of people that will make up this community.  

Our campus is a visible reminder of who we are as people. Each one of us, is like a building site, each one of us are “under construction:” we never stop becoming who we are- that includes all the mess and change that accompanies it. This quote from Mrs Disney, “He did see it, that’s why its here” reminds us, all who are under construction, that in the midst of the growing pains, the tiredness of the end of term to set our gaze on a vision. To focus on the people we are becoming and what kind of world are we constructing for future generations.   

Vision will always give growing pains a purpose. 

We see this especially during Easter when we celebrate Jesus’ death and resurrection. As Hebrews 12: 2 tells reminds us: 

“fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” 

Jesus embraced the cross, enduring its pain and shame because of what he saw on the other side of it: his vision of our salvation. May we each live as Jesus does, allowing vision to drive us on, providing us with purpose, even amidst pain.  

May I offer this Easter Prayer for each of us:  

Loving God, we thank you that you are the God that sees all things. You are the God who is Alpha and Omega, the God of the beginning, middle and end. Help us locate ourselves in your blueprint of life. Give us eyes to see and ears to hear your plans for our lives and how our own unique purpose connects with the needs of our planet and its people. Plant your vision in our hearts, grant us strength, patience, grace, resilience and joy as we continue to live as people and a community under construction. 

Cass Blake

College Chaplain

From the Futures Team

Save the date: Pymble Careers Expo 2024

We are proud to bring you another year of the 2024 Pymble Careers Expo!

Please save the date for Friday 3 May from 5.30pm to 7.30pm in the Kate Mason Building.

Further details to be shared very soon!

Virtual Open Day, a snapshot of life at Bond University

Experience Bond’s deliberately different approach to learning at Virtual Open Day, streaming to you live on Saturday, 13 April from 2pm AEST. Click here to register.

University of New England (UNE) Early Entry open

Students can secure an early guarantee of a university place based on their School’s recommendation rather than an ATAR. UNE courses can be studied online or on campus, part time or full time. Click here to register.

Education USA Australia Webinar Thursday, May 2, 6.45 pm

Find out about the application process, application types, timelines and how to research colleges. Click here to register.

Study Perth Expo – G’Day WA

StudyPerth and 22 WA education providers are coming to Melbourne and Sydney in April for an education fair to share the benefits of studying in Perth, Western Australia.

Sydney: Thursday 18th April 2024

Time: 5:30 – 7:30 pm

Venue: The Hammond Room, Kimpton Margot Sydney, 339 Pitt St.

5:00 pm Register and refreshments

5:30 pm – 5:45 pm Welcome by StudyPerth

5:45 – 7:30 pm Education Fair forum / Networking  

8:00 pm – Event ends 

Click here to register.

Experience Macquarie Days

Macquarie University are excited to offer your students a taste of uni life this April holidays!

Our new Experience Macquarie Days give your Year 11 and 12 students the opportunity to attend informative sessions, interactive workshops and tour our facilities and learning spaces. Tuesday, 16 April: Arts Discover arts and social sciences; education; law; media, communications and creative arts; languages; and security, intelligence and criminology Wednesday, 17 April: Business Explore accounting; actuarial studies; business analytics; commerce; economics; finance; management; and marketing Thursday, 18 April: Medicine, Health and Human Sciences Discover linguistics; medicine and health; and psychology and cognitive science Friday, 19 April: Science and Engineering  Explore engineering; information technologies and science Get a feel of what it’s like to be at uni:

• attend taster lectures, interact with academics, current students and student groups
• get a feel of our campus and explore facilities including labs and learning spaces
• enjoy entertainment, giveaways and more!

Spaces are limited, so encourage your students to register soon!

Find out more and register

Early Entry

From Study Work Grow – Click here for more information.

Did you know your students has access to a Study Work Grow account? 

This is where you can find useful guides, summaries of key dates and articles to support their future pathway.

Events Calendar

From the Co-curricular Sports Team

First Nations Round of Sport – Save the date!

The First Nations Round of Sport will be held on Saturday 1 June. Please click here for information regarding timing.  Further information will be provided closer to the date.

Adam Raw

Director of Sport

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Co-curricular Administration

Next Registration Openings

The next round of registrations for Term 2 and winter semester programs opened via the online registration system at 12.00pm on Wednesday 27 March. Registrations will close at 12.00pm (midday) on Monday 15 April (please note the earlier closing date). Please access the online registration system and program information documents via the Co-curricular pages on MyPymble by clicking here. A parent/carer log in is required to be able to register and registrations CANNOT be processed via email or phone.

A notice was posted on the MyPymble app prior to registrations opening to all families as a reminder of the opening date and time. Further notices will be sent on the app as reminders prior to registrations closing. See below for a list of exciting new programs that are being offered.

Term 3 Saturday Sports will open for registration on Wednesday 1 May at 12.00pm and close at 12.00pm (midday) on Friday 17 May.

New Programs

• Botanical Watercolour – Students learn how to use watercolour and manipulate its qualities through colour mixing and layering of translucent washes.
• Build ‘n’ Buddies – Students will delve into the world of various machinery and tools to create three projects including a robot like lamp, with Secondary students mentoring Year 4 and 5 buddies to collaborate together.

Co-curricular Registration Requests

Registrations for Term 2 Saturday Sports closed on Friday 16 February, with many sports already having completed their trials. If you missed the registration period and would like to request registration into a Sport, please click here to complete our registration request form. A reminder that late registrations are NOT guaranteed.

Registrations for Term 1/Semester 1/Yearly programs are now closed and the cut-off date for registration requests has now passed as per our conditions of registration. What this means is that any late requests submitted after Monday 19 February will not be approved and any withdrawals after this date will be subject to the charge as indicated in the conditions. Requests submitted prior to the cut-off date are currently being processed and will adhere to the conditions of being submitted prior to the cut-off.

Monique Zahra

Head of Co-curricular Administration

AFL

The final round of the regular season took place on Saturday 23 March. Some great results from Pymble 3 and Pymble 5 who have progressed to the Grand final taking place on Saturday 6 April. Well done to those teams!

To Pymble 1, Pymble 2 and Pymble 4, despite your season coming to an end, I would like to commend you on your efforts and look forward to seeing you in 2025.

Just a reminder to teams Pymble 3, Pymble 5 and Pymble 6 regarding their games on Saturday 6 April:

Pymble 3 (2nd place) will play Loreto 3 (1st place) at venue to be confirmed (most likely Loreto as they are currently in 1st place)

Pymble 5 (2nd place) will play PLC Sydney 5 (1st place) at Pymble Ladies’ College Kelso Field, (as PLC Sydney do not have a home ground).

Pymble 6 (Lightning Carnival) at Sydney Academy of Sport from 1.00pm to 4.00pm.

These matches are based off the current table and weekend results, yet to be confirmed.

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Jack Garrad

Sports Co-ordinator – AFL

Athletics

On Saturday 23 March, the Sydney Track Classic took place. Special mentions to the below students on their amazing efforts:

Sybella Warton (Year 11)

5th and Personal Best in 100m Para athlete.

Matilda Harrison (Year 10)

Competed in the 4x100m relay for a combined New Zealand / Australian team.

Also, congratulations to our Pymble students who competed so well at State Little Athletics across the weekend!

Deb Walsham

Head Coach – Athletics

Badminton

Captain’s Report – Angelina Lee (Year 12)

Saturday 23 March marked an important day for numerous Pymble badminton teams as it was the final match before the Grand finals and playoffs in two weeks’ time. Pymble 2 had a riveting game against Abbotsleigh 3. The first doubles match was tightly contested, resulting in a narrow defeat for Pymble at 20 to 22. However, Pymble swiftly turned the tide with a victory in the first singles, triumphing by a substantial margin of 21 to 12. Despite a setback in the second doubles, where we lost 16 to 21, Pymble staged yet another remarkable comeback, securing a win in the second singles at 21 to 17. The final doubles match concluded with a score of 15 to 10 in Pymble’s favour. With an overall victory of 3 to 2, Pymble emerged triumphant, securing a spot in the playoffs in two weeks’ time. 

Game stress is a challenge in any sport, especially before important games like Grand finals and playoffs. To help our badminton players prepare, we interviewed one of our coaches, Emily Tan, to share some invaluable tips.

During stressful moments in the game, how do you help players manage pressure and stay focussed? 

During stressful moments in the game, my approach is to address the external pressures that surround the game itself. While the game may seem like the focal point, it’s often the expectations from parents, teammates, and themselves that contribute to stress. For older players, typically in Years 10 to 12, they tend to be quite independent. In these moments, I remind them of the things we’ve practiced in training and emphasise the importance of trusting themselves to make the right decisions. It’s crucial for them to understand that making mistakes is a natural part of the game, but what matters most is recognising those mistakes, learning from them, and being able to move forward. By focusing on continuous improvement rather than perfection, we can navigate through stressful situations with resilience and composure.

What is your favourite thing about coaching at Pymble?

One of the most heartwarming moments I’ve had as a coach is working with students from Years 7 to 12 and witnessing their growth as players, along with improvements they’ve made simply because they love the sport. It’s incredibly rewarding to see how their passion translates into progress on the court. Additionally, building relationships with students has been immensely fulfilling. It’s fascinating because, as a coach, you occupy a unique role—you’re not a parent or a teacher, but you still have the opportunity to make a positive impact on their lives, even if it’s in subtle ways. 

A special thanks to Emily for sharing her insight with us as well as all the coaches for their guidance throughout the season on Saturday games and training. 

A reminder to all players that there are no matches scheduled for this Saturday 30 March due to the Easter long weekend. However, please note that play offs and Grand finals will take place on Saturday 6 April, with the top four teams in each division competing. Congratulations to all players for an incredible season.

We would like to wish the following teams the best of luck who will be in the Grand final on Saturday 6 April 2024 playing off for first and second:

Pymble 2, Pymble 3, Pymble 4, Pymble 5, Pymble 6, Pymble 7, Pymble 9, Pymble 10, Pymble 11, Pymble 13, Pymble 17, Pymble 20, Pymble 21, Pymble 22, Pymble 23, Pymble 24, Pymble 26, Pymble 31, Pymble 32, Pymble 33, Pymble 34, Pymble 35

Results from Saturday 23 March

Team	Opponent	Result	Current Placing
Pymble 1	Meriden 2	Lost 0 to 5	5th
Pymble 2	Abbotsleigh 3	Won 3 to 2	4th
Pymble 3	Meriden 5	Lost 0 to 5	3rd
Pymble 4	Abbotsleigh 8	Won 4 to 1	1st
Pymble 5	Abbotsleigh 12	Won 4 to 1	1st
Pymble 6	Ravenswood 6	Won 4 to 1	2nd
Pymble 7	Loreto Normanhurst 8	Won 5 to 0	1st
Pymble 8	Pymble 10	Won 3 to 2	6th
Pymble 9	Ravenswood 9	Won 4 to 1	3rd
Pymble 10	Pymble 8	Lost 2 to 3	4th
Pymble 11	Ravenswood 10	Won 5 to 0	1st
Pymble 12	Abbotsleigh 28	Lost 0 to 5	7th
Pymble 13	Abbotsleigh 27	Won 3 to 2	2nd
Pymble 14	Abbotsleigh 31	Won 5 to 0	5th
Pymble 15	Abbotsleigh 32	TBC	7th
Pymble 16	MLC School 15	Won 4 to 1	5th
Pymble 17	Abbotsleigh 40	Won 5 to 0	4th
Pymble 18	Meriden 26	Lost 1 to 4	5th
Pymble 19	Abbotsleigh 42	Lost 1 to 4	7th
Pymble 20	Abbotsleigh 46	Won 4 to 1	2nd
Pymble 21	Loreto Normanhurst 21	Won 5 to 0	1st
Pymble 22	Ravenswood 17	Won 4 to 1	4th
Pymble 23	Ravenswood 18	Won 3 to 2	3rd
Pymble 24	Loreto Normanhurst 18	Won 5 to 0	3rd
Pymble 25	Ravenswood 19	Lost 1 to 4	5th
Pymble 26	Abbotsleigh 55	Won 3 to 2	4th
Pymble 27	Mount St Benedicts 03	Lost 0 to 5	8th
Pymble 28	Abbotsleigh 59	Lost 0 to 5	5th
Pymble 29	Loreto Normanhurst 20	Lost 2 to 3	7th
Pymble 30	PLC Sydney 27	Lost 2 to 3	5th
Pymble 31	Tara 22	Won 4 to 1	4th
Pymble 32	Ravenswood 22	Won 3 to 2	1st
Pymble 33	Abbotsleigh 64	Won 3 to 2	3rd
Pymble 34	Loreto Normanhurst 25	Lost 1 to 4	2nd
Pymble 35	Ravenswood 25	Won 4 to 1	3rd

Rachelle Davis

Sports Co-ordinator – Badminton

Diving

IGSA Diving Carnival – Friday 22 March 2024

Congratulations to all Pymble divers on their impressive performance at the IGSA Diving and Swimming Carnival held at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre! It’s evident that the team’s dedication and perseverance paid off at the carnival, especially considering the hurdles they faced with injuries and conflicting school events leading up to the competition.

Well done to all Pymble divers for their ability to rise above these challenges and come together as a team.  This demonstrates not only their individual talent but also their commitment to each other and their sport! Securing 2nd place overall is a testament to their hard work and determination.

A big round of applause to all the members of the Pymble Diving Team for their outstanding achievement. Your success is well-deserved, and you’ve made your school proud! Keep up the excellent work and continue to inspire others with your passion and dedication to diving.

Congratulations Pymble Divers on the following results: –

Méa Shires – Year 10 – IGSA Senior Springboard Champion
1st 17 year Springboard
Qualified 1st 15 year Springboard for CIS

Leila Rich – Year 9
2nd 15 year Springboard
Qualified 4th 15 year Springboard for CIS

Sasha Dubrovina – Year 8
4th 14 Year Springboard
Qualified 5th 13 year Springboard for CIS

Rose Purcell – Year 8
8th 14 year Springboard

Lara Manuel – Year 7 – IGSA Junior Springboard Champion
1st 13 year Springboard
Qualified 1st 13 year Springboard for CIS
2nd Open Platform
Qualified 1st 12/13/14 year Platform for CIS

Lera Dubrovina – Year 8
7th 13 year Springboard

Lillie Oldfield – Year 7
8th 13 year Springboard

Isla Stewart – Year 10
2nd Team Event

Mia Micallef – Year 8
2nd Team Event

Lauren Harding – Year 8
2nd Team Event

National Age Championships – Melbourne – Tuesday 9 April to Sunday 14 April

In the first week of the school holidays a team of Pymble/Diving Connection divers will represent NSW at the National Age Championships in Melbourne.

Nationals are always an exciting experience, and we wish our divers and coaching team the very best for this event.  Students participating are listed below:

Zara Ware (Year 5)

Emma Ware (Year 4)

Jasmine Smith (Year 4)

Freya Holland (Year 4)

Leila Rich (Year 9)

We also wish our coach Charlotte Moore good luck for her master’s diving events.

CIS Primary Championships

The CIS Primary Championships will be held on Wednesday 27 March. This will be another exciting event for our Junior diving team.  Students participating in this event are listed below:

Ariana Brandner (Year 3)

Makayla Cui (Year 2)

Emma Ware (Year 4)

Audrey Conn (Year 3)

Amélie Berg (Year 5)

Jasmine Smith (Year 4)

Freya Holland (Year 4)

Zara Ware (Year 5)

Emily Long (Year 5)

Nouvelle Nicholson (Year 5)

Amélie Rahme (Year 6) – unfortunately, Amélie has had to withdraw due to injury.

Chris Lang

Head Coach – Diving

Rowing

2024 Australian Rowing Championships

It was an incredible week at the 2024 Australian Rowing Championships for the Pymble Rowing Team.

On Saturday 23 March, our Senior 1st VIII became National Champions in the Schoolgirl Eight Sprint event, having produced a lightning fast 500 metre sprint.

On Sunday 24 March, our Senior 1st VIII came second in their heat, avoiding the repechage and progressing straight through to the A-Final where a race for the ages unfolded.  Our Pymble rowers started fierce, fast and determined, leading the race after several hundred metres. Coming into the final 500 metres and holding 2nd place, the team demonstrated incredible courage and grit to hold off a ferocious trio of crews aiming to take the silver medal. Producing their finest performance of the season, the crew held off the fastest Schoolgirl Eights from around Australia to secure the Silver medal, becoming the 2nd fastest Schoolgirl Eight.

Congratulations on Gold and Silver National Medallists: Carolina Yemma (Year 12), Holly Craig (Year 12), Erin Porter (Year 11), Mika Naito (Year 11), Megan Wood (Year 11), Scarlet Olesen (Year 11), Millie Cullinane (Year 10), Alesandra Braysich (Year 12), Mia Booth (Year 12) and coach Mr Karl Schmidt.

The Senior 2nd VIII competed in the Schoolgirl Eight Sprint Event, where the crew brilliantly progressed into the A-Final with a win in the heat, achieving a 5th place finish in the A-Final against 1st VIII crews from around Australia.

Congratulations to Mathilde Goddard (Year 11), Annabel Shanahan (Year 11), Skye Pockley (Year 12), Isabella Stalley (Year 11), Catherine Walker (Year 12), Celeste McDermott (Year 11), Lauren Gibson (Year 11), Isabel Matosantos (Year 12), Alice Anand (Year 11) and coach Mr Ben Booker.

In the U17 Schoolgirl Eight Category, Pymble entered two crews with an eye to the future, where our Year 9 rowers enjoyed learning sweep technique, Year 10 girls demonstrated great leadership in the boats and all rowers acquiring valuable experience racing at a National level. In the heats, both crews produced solid performances, undertaking overtakes in the third 500 metres of the race, showing Pymble grit and maturity beyond their years. Both crews raced again after their heat before finally progressing to the B and C Finals.

Well done to Mia Solomons (Year 10), Leander McLaughlin (Year 9), Kelly Clifton (Year 9), Annie Pennington (Year 9), Caitlyn Bilney (Year 10), Zara Kinniburgh (Year 9), Allegra Taubenschlag (Year 9), Arabella Murphy (Year 10), Harriet Murphy (Year 9), Mie Naito (Year 9), Ellie Pointon (Year 9), Amber Eisenhauer (Year 9), Olivia Norton (Year 9), Genievieve Bazina (Year 9), Georgina Curtis (Year 9), Sara Khan (Year 10), Lucy Simpson (Year 9), Mia Sherry (Year 9) and coaches Mr Will Foxton, Miss Alex McMillan and Mr Finn Tainsh.

Emily Bartrop (Year 9) took on the opportunity to cox an U17 Men’s Coxed Quad, leading the crew to a 2nd place in the heat and a 6th place in the final. Congratulations Emily!

Kelly Clifton (Year 9) also raced earlier in the week in an U17 Double Scull in a Pymble Ladies’/Sydney Rowing Club composite crew, performing well as an underage crew, placing 3rd in the heat and repechage.

Congratulations to all Pymble rowers for demonstrating so much courage, skill and passion in this highly successful National Championships!

Lewis Gray

Sports Co-ordinator – Rowing

Sailing

NSW Teams Racing Secondary Schools Regatta

On Friday 15 March to Sunday 17 March our Pymble sailing team took part in the NSW Teams Racing Secondary School Regatta that was hosted at the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron.

Well done to our Pymble sailors who competed in the Pittwater Regatta: Abigail McKinnon (Year 10), Charlotte Wykes (Year 12 and Sailing Captain), Daisy Stoodley-Williamson (Year 10), India Wells Lister (Year 10), Jenny Ling (Year 9), Layne Phillips (Year 10), and Simone Bennett (Year 10).

A huge thank you to our outgoing Sailing Captain, Charlotte Wykes (Year 12), for her massive contribution to the Sailing program during her time at Pymble. Charlotte has been a major asset for the program and will be sorely missed. We can’t wait to watch you change the world!

NSW Teams Racing Review – Charlotte Wykes, Sailing Captain

Last weekend our Pymble sailors sailed in the NSW Secondary Schools Championship at the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron in Kirribilli. Over three intensive days, Charlotte (Year 12), Layne Phillips (Year 10), Simone Bennett (Year 10), India Wells Lister (Year 10), Abigail McKinnon (Year 10), Daisy Stoodley-Williamson (Year 10) and Jenny Ling (Year 9), sailed together as a team of three boats against local schools including Cranbrook, Scots, Ascham and St Aloysius.  After a long and mentally demanding regatta, our Pymble sailors displayed resilience, teamwork and enthusiasm persevering throughout the three days. Unfortunately, we will not progress to Nationals in April, however, all sailors should be extremely proud of their efforts and training which was demonstrated both on and off the water. Go Pymble!

Chris Wood

Sports Co-ordinator – Sailing

Softball

The final round of the Invitation Independent Schools Softball Competition took place on Saturday 23 March at the International Peace Park in Seven Hills with Pymble represented by two teams.

Our Senior Firsts competed against Loreto Normanhurst in a 3rd v 4th final match. Our softballers had a 14 to 2 deficit after the first couple of innings. However, by the third innings they had clawed back the score to 14 to 9. Unfortunately, time was not on our side, and we finished the season with a 14 to 9 loss.  Well done on a well played campaign!

Our Junior Firsts faced off against Brigidine College in the Junior 1B Grand final, a team they drew 6 to 6 with earlier in the season. At the end of the first innings, Pymble had a 5 to 0 lead, but Brigidine started the second innings on fire by adding seven runs. Our Pymble softballers dug in and added six more runs in the second innings giving them an 11 to 7 lead. At the end of the game with another innings unable to be completed, our Pymble Junior Firsts were Grand final winners!

Team	Opponent	Result	Score
Pymble 1	Loreto Normanhurst 1	Loss	9 to 14
Pymble 4	Brigidine College 2	Win	11 to 7

Thank you to our coaches, parents, and students for a fantastic term of Softball. I personally would like to thank our outgoing Year 12 students for their contribution to the softball program – you have been an absolute pleasure to work with:

Annabel Davidson (Softball Captain), Maiya Foster, Dimity Muller, Manon O’Donnell and Demitria Volos.

Swimming

Last Friday 22 March, 29 Pymble swimmers attended the 2024 IGSA Swimming Carnival. Congratulations to all students who participated.  It was great to see many outstanding results including personal bests and great races achieved on the day. The carnival concluded with Pymble securing 2nd place overall.

Congratulations to Megan Chia (Year 8) achieving equal 1st for the Junior Individual Champion, and to our Junior swimmers for attaining equal 1st in the junior point score.

Please click here to see the full results from the day.

Samantha Dale

Acting Sports Co-ordinator – Swimming

Tennis

The last round of igsa tennis matches for the season was held on Saturday 23 March and our tennis teams finished strong, with 17 teams finishing in the top four places in their division, and eight teams making it to the Grand final.

A reminder that there are no games this weekend due to the Easter break, but we’ll be back on court on Saturday 6 April for the finals (1v2) and playoff (3v4) matches. Teams that finished outside the top four places will not have a match on Saturday 6 April, however, training for all teams will continue next week. Best of luck to all teams competing in the final and playoff matches next week!

Results from Saturday 23 March are below:

Team	Opponent	Result	Score	Position
Pymble 1	PLC Sydney 1	Loss	4 to 4 (25 to 30)	3rd
Pymble 2	Wenona 1	Loss	3.5 to 4.5	5th
Pymble 3	Brigidine 1	Loss	1.5 to 6.5	3rd
Pymble 4	Kincoppal Rose Bay 1	Win	4 to 4 (34 to 30)	4th
Pymble 5	PLC Sydney 5	Win	7.5 to 0.5	2nd
Pymble 6	Monte 5	Win	6.5 to 1.5	5th
Pymble 7	St Catherine’s 6	Win	6 to 2	2nd
Pymble 8	Roseville 9	Loss	3.5 to 4.5	3rd
Pymble 9	Loreto Normanhurst 8	Win	5 to 3	1st
Pymble 10	Tara 5	Loss	3 to 5	4th
Pymble 11	Roseville 14	Loss	0.5 to 7.5	4th
Pymble 12	PLC Sydney 10	Draw	4 to 4 (28 to 28)	1st
Pymble 13	MLC School 6	Win	6.5 to 1.5	6th
Pymble 14	PLC Sydney 12	Loss	2 to 6	6th
Pymble 15	St Vincent’s	Loss	4 to 4 (27 to 29)	1st
Pymble 16	Mount St Benedict’s 1	Loss	3.5 to 4.5	3rd
Pymble 17	Roseville 20	Loss	0.5 to 7.5	5th
Pymble 18	Roseville 23	Loss	1 to 7	8th
Pymble 19	Roseville 24	Loss	0 to 8	2nd
Pymble 20	PLC Sydney 16	Win	6 to 2	2nd
Pymble 21	Roseville 25	Loss	2 to 6	5th
Pymble 22	Kambala 11	Loss	4 to 4 (29 to 27)	5th
Pymble 23	Santa Sabina 6	Loss	3 to 5	6th
Pymble 24	Loreto Kirribilli 24	Loss	3 to 5	4th
Pymble 25	Brigidine 12	Win	7 to 1	1st
Pymble 26	Abbotsleigh 31	Win	6.5 to 1.5	3rd
Pymble 27	Loreto Kirribilli 26	Loss	3 to 5	7th
Pymble 28	Bye			5th
Pymble 29	Loreto Kirribilli 28	Loss	3.5 to 4.5	6th
Pymble 30	Roseville 29	Loss	2.5 to 5.5	7th

Jufri Foss

Sports Co-ordinator – Tennis

Water Polo

On Saturday 23 March, Semi finals kicked off for our Pymble Water Polo teams. 

All teams played with Pymble determination and grit with great teamwork on show throughout all four quarters. 

Three teams have progressed to the Grand final on Saturday 6 April: Pymble 1, Pymble 2 and Pymble 6. 

Good luck to these teams! Well done to teams who did not progress through to the Grand final on a successful campaign with many improvements seen across the term!

GO PYMBLE!

Team	Opposition	Score	Result
Pymble 1	Reddam 1	10 to 4	WIN
Pymble 2	Barker 2	9 to 3	WIN
Pymble 3	Ravenswood 3	9 to 6	WIN
Pymble 4	Abbotsleigh 3	3 to 9	LOSS
Pymble 5	Abbotsleigh 4	4 to 10	LOSS
Pymble 6	Abbotsleigh 5	10 to 1	WIN
Pymble 7	Abbotsleigh 6	3 to 6	LOSS

Brigette Moore

Head Coach – Water Polo

From the Co-curricular Performing Arts Team

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Language Arts

ISDA Debating

Round 6 was held at Pymble on Friday 22 March with Abbotsleigh visiting.  Well done to all students that participated and supported.  While it was not our greatest round in terms of overall results, we enjoyed hosting. 

Round 7 will be held at =Tangara School for Girls, Cherrybrook on Friday 5 April.

For students wishing to travel to Tangara via College bus, please ensure bus tickets are booked by clicking here. A reminder that the bus is not returning to Pymble and parents/carers are required to pick up students at the conclusion of the event from the assigned areas.

FED Debating

Round 5 was held at Pymble on Friday 22 March with Sydney Boys’ High visiting. Well done to all FED debaters, winning five from seven debates.  Year 11 Senior B FED will have a make-up debate to be advised.  There will not be a Senior B debate this week.

Round 6 will be held at the Kate Mason Building, Pymble on Friday 5 April with Sydney Girls’ High visiting.

Please note there will not be any debating on Friday 29 March, as it is Good Friday.  

Transport

Buses will be arranged to most away venues and parents are asked to arrange collection of students following debates. Students are not permitted to travel home on public transport without adult supervision. Parents are welcome to watch their daughter/s debate. Further details will be published to parents shortly.

Absences
Debaters must inform Mrs Hubbard, their coach and team if they will be absent in advance of the debate that will be missed.  We do not forfeit, and subs can be arranged with adequate notice. 

Catering – Double Hosting 

Thank you to all parents for the wonderful catering last week and thank you to our parents who stayed to serve and clean up. This was the last of our double hosts for the season. Our students and visiting teams enjoyed the Festive feasts. 

57th session of THIMUN – The Hague, January 2025 

The Pymble Language Arts International Tour group have been accepted as the first Australian school to attend THIMUN at The Hague. Congratulations on a wonderful achievement. 

Representative Achievements

Lauren Korenblyum (Year 11) competed in Lions Youth of the Year, on Sunday 24 March. Lauren won this second tier and will proceed to the next round. Best wishes on your significant achievement Lauren.

Catherine Shi (Year 11) and Isis Li (Year 10) will compete in the UN Voice National Finals in April. 

Public Speaking Auditions – Years 7 to 12 

Thank you to all students in Years 7 to 12 who auditioned. Estelle Lee (Year 8), Leahara Wijesuriya (Year 8) and Arabella Hoang (Year 7) will represent Pymble in the Junior division of Rostrum. Madeleine Watson (Year 11), Jenny Xu (Year 10) and Evelyn Zhu (Year 11), will represent Pymble in the Senior division. Good luck to our Pymble public speakers!  Pymble will host a Rostrum final on Wednesday 3 April.

MUN – Model United Nations 

The NSW Student MUN Conference was launched at Pymble in February 2024. Please click here to view more information regarding the Conference.

Mock Law 

Mooting has commenced. Our online round will be held on Wednesday 15 May in the Conde Library from 12.15pm

Mediation Round 1 was held on Tuesday 26 March. Well done to our new team who competently performed. Results have not yet been released.

Mock Trial

Our first trial was held on Thursday 21 March at Pymble, winning against Knox. Well done team!   

Upcoming Debating programs

Archdale debating – Term 2 and Term 3

Social debating classes – Semester 2

IDC debating – Term 4

Bronwyn Hubbard

Head of Language Arts

Music

AMEB – Certificate of Distinction

Congratulations to our wonderful Saxophone/Musicianship tutor, Mrs Patrice Goodman has received a Certificate of Distinction from the AMEB. This award acknowledges Mrs Goodman having achieved the top five results for her students in 2023, making her the “most outstanding Private teacher”. We are truly blessed to have Mrs Goodman on our staff.

Secondary School Ensemble Concert – Compulsory Event

This is on April 10 from 5:30pm on Gloucester Lawn. Bring a picnic dinner and drinks and enjoy the wonderous sounds of the Secondary School ensembles under the magnificent vista of the Pymble gardens and Chapel. All students must wear the NEW performance uniform. Please ensure you have purchased this from the Uniform Shop.

Music Support Group

If you would like to help these friendly parents, please email Liz Toh on Elizabethtoh@gmail.com so you can offer to help, or find out any information.

Tour 2024 – Spain/Portugal

A friendly reminder that the 2nd instalment is due for this trip. We are very excited to be taking 75 students and nine staff with us on this amazing tour. It is the biggest group to go in Pymble’s history, and the first music tour open to strings, band and choirs.

Rehearsals over Easter

Friday 29th March – no rehearsals for Symphony Orchestra

Monday 1st April – no rehearsals for School Concert Band and Senior String Orchestra

All rehearsals will continue until the end of term.

Photo purchases from Addams Family

Please click on the link to access the photo purchase portal: http://www.grantleslie.com.au/store

Click: Pymble Ladies College – Addams Family – Mar 2024

Password to view the gallery: cjO1DFnNrC

Should you have any issues with the website and/or gallery, please contact Grant Leslie directly

Sarah Turner

Head of Co-curricular Music

Join us at our 2024 Alumni Networking Event

We are writing to request your support as a Mentor for a group of outstanding young women, our Pymble Alumni.   

Each year the College hosts an Alumni Networking Event designed to support our Pymble graduates at key stages of their careers. The event includes a keynote address, a series of ten-minute coaching sessions with Mentors, career stage-specific breakout rooms and informal networking opportunities for our graduates to establish connections with members of our community who are willing to share their professional expertise and advice. 

Facilitating connections and mentorship opportunities for our Alumni is part of the College’s continuum of care for students in their post-school life and sits under our strategic direction, Watch Us Change the World.

We would be delighted if you could attend this year’s event as a Mentor.

Date: Thursday 16 May 2024
Time: 6.00pm to 8.30pm at KPMG
Venue: Level 38, Tower 3, International Towers Sydney
Address: 300 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo

MORE DETAILS →

This year’s event is hosted by career coach and university lecturer, Rowena Ditzell (1986). Our keynote speaker and event ambassador is the CEO of Qantas Group, Vanessa Hudson (1987). Our College Chair, Chris Fydler OAM and Principal, Dr Kate Hadwen will also be in attendance. 

The College is grateful to our former Chair and founder of this event, Global Head of Investments and Growth at KPMG International, James Hunter, and KPMG, for providing the magnificent venue.

Please click here to register your interest in attending the event as a Mentor.

Upon registration, you will be asked to upload a professional head shot and a short biography, and/or share your LinkedIn profile, which the College will use to summarise your expertise in the Pymble Mentor Group booklet distributed before the event.  

Closer to the date, each registered Mentor and Mentee will receive all the information they require to ensure the event is engaging and beneficial for all involved. 

Hopefully, you are as excited as we are about the prospect of supporting our outstanding Pymble graduates. We know you would make a valuable contribution to mentorship at our 2024 Alumni Networking Event and hope to see you there.  

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at ykruger@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au or (02) 9855 7799.

Katrina Corcoran

Alumni Relations Manager

Reminder: Winter uniform required in Term 2

With the end of Term 1 approaching, parents are reminded that when the girls return to school for Term 2 on Tuesday 30 April they need to be wearing the winter uniform. This includes the navy blazer which is a compulsory garment to be worn to and from school in terms 2 and 3.

Please do not leave your uniform shop purchases until the last week of term. You do NOT need an appointment for the winter uniform. The uniform shop is not open during the school holidays, however we will be open on Monday 29 April from 9.00am to 4.30pm for any last minute purchases.

Important uniform notes

Girls in Kindergarten to Year 8 wear the winter tunic with a plain white pointed collar blouse and tie.

Kindergarten to Year 6 have the choice of knee high black socks or 70 denier black opaque tights.

All Secondary School girls wear 70 denier black opaque tights.

Years 9 and 10 wear the winter skirt with a plain white pointed collar blouse and tie.

Years 11 and 12 wear the skirt with the long sleeve tartan trim long sleeve blouse and tie.

Please note, the navy felt hat can still be worn in Terms 2 and 3, however it is no longer a compulsory item.

Job of the Week

Pymble Ladies’ College is a school of the Uniting Church in Australia for girls Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding from Year 7. At Pymble, we foster a world-class educational environment with the importance of global citizenship and a worldwide perspective central to our strategic intent.  

We believe our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, are our most valuable resource. We are proud to have passionate and dedicated staff who recognise the unique strengths and qualities of every Pymble girl. 

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The role

The Pymble Outdoor Education Continuum is a life-changing journey throughout years K-12 that empowers girls to be courageous and to approach new challenges with optimism and excitement. The key focus areas of the Continuum include personal growth, connection to peers, life skills, leadership, and environmental stewardship.

The Outdoor Education Program at Pymble encompasses a range of activities, programs and events with a fundamental focus on personal development, connections with peers, staff and the environment. Building resilience, problem solving methodology and collaboration skills are key. Outdoor Education staff work across planning, preparation of programs and facilitating on programs in a range of locations. Programs are delivered for students at Pymble, the Vision Valley Campus in Arcadia, and other locations in NSW, interstate and overseas. 

In conjunction with the Head of Outdoor Education, the Outdoor Education Expedition Coordinator supports in the planning and in-field coordination of programs included in the College’s Outdoor Education continuum. 

In Years K-2 the Program consists primarily of Nature Play, encouraging girls to get outside and become comfortable in their natural environment. In Year 3, girls embark on their first overnight trip to the Vision Valley campus.

During Years 3, 5 and 7, girls complete multiday experiences based at Vision Valley. These experiences are designed to continue developing comfort and competence in the outdoors while providing a range of fun and challenging activities.

During Years 4, 6 and 8, girls travel to various locations around NSW and continue their progression through the continuum.

Year 9 Outdoor Education is heavily tied to the College’s recently introduced Residential Program, based at Vision Valley. The Expedition Coordinator will develop, oversee and review expeditions as a part of this program.

Year 11 and 12 Outdoor Education consists of the nascent ‘Adventure Extensions’ program, which offers optional and highly specialised opportunities to girls who have qualified to attend. These opportunities will tend to be marquee trips to key destinations domestically and abroad. 

It is expected that the Expedition Coordinator will attend these trips from time to time to understand and review their structure and will be the emergency on-call member of staff when the Head of Outdoor Education is on leave.

The Pymble Outdoor Education Continuum continues to evolve to meet the needs of the College. The Expedition Coordinator will be expected to bring a wide variety of experience to the role, along with a strong sense of innovation to assist the continued maturation of the entire continuum.

The Expedition Coordinator will be required to support other outdoor education programs and events in a group leader or activity specialist capacity, around Outdoor Education commitments and as requested by the Head of Outdoor Education and Head of Campus – Vision Valley (or delegate).

This position at Pymble reports to the Head of Outdoor Education. The role is predominantly based at the Vision Valley campus with a significant field work component. From time to time, the Expedition Coordinator will be expected to work closely with the College’s sub-schools and associated offices. The College’s Outdoor Educators work across seven days of the week as required and have a set number of weekend events to facilitate during the year.

Click here for the position description. 

Our kind of team member

You will demonstrate the following attributes and capabilities:

• Proven experience in Outdoor Education including knowledge of best practice.
• Proven experience in planning and coordinating Outdoor Education expeditions in a school setting.
• Significant experience leading student expeditions.
• Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership as a minimum, with Diploma or Degree in Outdoor Education desirable.
• Wilderness Aid Certificate.
• Demonstrated instructional experience/qualifications in areas such as canoeing, kayaking, bushwalking, rock climbing, mountain biking, high ropes and low ropes.
• Lead by example and promote a healthy lifestyle approach to students.
• A working understanding of Risk Management and Work, Health and Safety in an outdoor environment.
• The ability to identify, support and lead improvement of an evolving program.
• Well-developed communication, time management and organisational skills.
• Effective people skills when liaising with the broader Vision Valley team, external service providers, parents, local residents and other stakeholders.
• Understand the importance of student health and wellbeing, balance in workloads and provide appropriate support where necessary.
• Activity specific qualifications in canoeing, rock climbing, mountain biking, cross country skiing desirable, not essential.
• Willingness to support and promote the ethos and values of the College.

Your kind of workplace

Pymble people are at the heart of what the College offers its students. That’s why every Teacher, Professional Services and Co-curricular staff member is valued for being the person they are, for the quality of their work, for their diverse contribution and for their wins – big and small. We express our appreciation in many ways, including through recognition programs, story sharing, celebrations, feedback, and competitive remuneration.

We treasure our caring, collegiate community, which Pymble people often refer to as the ‘Pymble family’. We also appreciate that our family is not the only one in the lives of Pymble people, so we ‘walk the talk’ when it comes to supporting work-life balance, providing family benefits and contributing to community connections.

Your kind of benefits

We are offering a competitive salary, plus super and a range of benefits, including:

• professional development and career progression
• freedom to influence and develop our programs
• work with and learn from a team of experienced Outdoor Educators
• discounted school fees (where applicable)
• a dedicated Staff Wellbeing team and regular social events
• access to Pymble Smart Spending, which is a retail discounts platform

We also provide a wide range of opportunities for Pymble people to grow personally and professionally through growth strategies, ongoing training and professional development, access to technology and resources, and health and wellbeing opportunities.

Our kind of process

To learn more about this position, the calibre of person we are seeking to appoint, what makes Pymble an excellent place to work and continue your journey of professional growth – please submit your application online.

Applications for this opportunity will close on Friday 12th April, 2024. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date.

Successful candidates must provide a paid Working with Children Check prior to engagement.

Pymble Ladies’ College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workforce which represents the diverse society in which we live. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

You’re invited: FANGIRLS the Musical

FANGIRLS is subversive part play, part musical comedy about how we ask young women to see themselves, and what it means to be fourteen, fierce and unapologetically in love.

Featuring Year 10 Drama curriculum students as our leads and Year 9 Drama as our featured ensemble, this is a show that will resonate with all ages.

We invite you to join us in the Gillian Moore Centre for Performing Arts for an evening of heart-warming laughter… and a mini pop concert! (But that’s a surprise!)

With sold out seasons in Sydney and London, you won’t want to miss this electrifying performance and celebration of the true, unlimited power of our young women.

Reserve your tickets and get ready to make some noise!

Master Plan Update – April 2024

Welcome to the April update for Pymble’s Master Plan. We are pleased to share our progress with you below.

The safety of our students, staff and community is always our priority. Every phase of construction has been meticulously planned to minimise disruption to our girls’ daily school experience and ensure their safety and wellbeing. Students, staff and parents are reminded to report any safety issue or query using our safety reporting website.

The new temporary Grey House walk way is now complete and will be open for use on Tuesday 2 April, 2024. Signs will be in place for all students and visitors to direct them to other parts of the College.

We are grateful for your support and look forward to sharing more with you as the Master Plan journey progresses.