From the Principal

Congratulations to our 700 incredible dancers and 40 staff members who worked hard to produce and perform seven Dance Showcases over four days last week and weekend. It’s phenomenal to think that 2,873 people showed up to enjoy the outstanding talent that comes from our Pymble Dance program – and that there were 646 pirouettes in one show alone (with thanks to Miss Cluff for that fun fact!).  

It’s now just a matter of two short months until our Dancers and Dance department take up residence in the Grey House Precinct Dance Centre – a facility that finally befits their passion and skills. The girls – and we – can’t wait! Thank you to all those who have generously given to our Pymble Foundation to support the continued development of our facilities for our students. 

New service opportunities in 2026 

2026 is going to be year of new opportunities on many fronts. In addition to having access to our fabulous new GHP facilities, new academic subjects, international sporting programs and 110^th birthday celebrations, 2026 is also the year we will be introducing mandated service hours across the College. This follows the continued development of our Social Intelligence strategic priority and the launch of our whole-school and community Service Framework. Our vision is to shape the world together through care, solidarity, respect and justice. 

Two new opportunities in 2026 include a focus on service for Year 10, potentially in the week after their yearly examinations in Term 4, and an Advocacy component of the Junior School DREAM Diploma, which includes five hours of service for Year 5 and six hours for Year 6. Existing opportunities such as Sony Camp in December and our partnership with the CWA in Boarding will be expanded to enable more students – and their families – to be involved. We also look forward to developing closer ties with the Uniting Church through broadening our service partners. 

The aim is to embed service opportunities into learning experiences for students during the school day, whether that’s through the curriculum, co-curricular sports and activities, or personal time.  

 Why are we doing this? 

1. Everything we do comes back to research. A great body of evidence tells us that students who volunteer in the community benefit from improved academic performance, social and emotional skills, self esteem, wellbeing and mental health. 

2. Service is a way to put our College Values in action and to develop the Character component of our Teaching and Learning Framework. 

3. Through service, students can make a positive impact on others, especially people and communities in need, which of course, all ties back to our Watch Us Change the World strategic direction for 2021 to 2030. 

4. As a Uniting Church School of Australia, we support the UCA’s vision for a just Australia where all people can flourish and every person is treated with dignity and respect. Mandated service hours will involve support for UCA organisations and communities in need. 

5. As our Senior School students prepare for tertiary placements and scholarship opportunities, they are finding that experience and commitment to volunteering and community service throughout their school years is increasingly sought. A program of compulsory hours throughout their school years will help them to stand out as authentic, long-term service learners. 

And finally, here’s the best reason for establishing compulsory service hours in 2026: our girls actually enjoy being of service to others. In addition to the many, many individual requests from students for the College to support people and causes they feel passionate about, students in the Secondary School recently took part in a survey that confirmed they are most interested in opportunities that sit within school hours, due to their busy lives after school. 

A few comments from the survey include: 

“I think it is a really good idea to make service compulsory, as it teaches students empathy and can create the idea that service can be done in very simple ways.” 

“I need someone to make me do service otherwise I won’t get around to it.” 

“I would like to volunteer for service opportunities related to the co-curricular that I do. That would make me more engaged and willing to be a catalyst for change.” 

“I think making some service hours compulsory is a great way for students to give back if they are unsure about volunteering themselves due to not thinking they have time or aren’t sure what opportunities there are. However, I do think that there should be options so that students can choose what service they would enjoy most, and therefore put the most effort into. For example, some people may prefer to talk to others in their volunteering opportunity, while I, and others, would be more comfortable making something as an act of service.” 

“I believe the college should make a significant effort to get the students to engage in service initiatives to grasp a realistic idea of their privilege within society and learn how they can best utilise it to make a positive change in society.” 

We’re excited to see where this will take our girls on their own, unique Watch Us Change the World journey. Signing off with a word from our Service Prefects for 2026 following last week’s Jacaranda Day assembly celebrating the role of service in our community. 

From the Junior School

A Message from Mrs Kate Brown, Head of Junior School 

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As we come close to the end of the year, I want to honour the determination and commitment each of our girls have shown to their learning. Whilst Speech Day honours some of our students, each girl should feel proud as her progress has been achieved through hard work, courage in taking risks, a growth mindset and determination.  

Congratulations to all our dancers who performed in the Showcase last week and weekend. The poise of each girl on stage reflected their dedication to rehearsals and their confidence in each other as they performed as teams. 

This week, I have had the privilege of being in Shanghai to watch two of our Year 4 students, Olivia and Nichola, compete in the Drone Soccer World Championships. Both girls demonstrated skill and tenacity as they worked with their teammates in matches against other international teams, most of whom had been training far longer than our team. Congratulations to both Olivia and Nichola – we are extremely Pymble proud! 

Congratulations to our Year 6 students who have achieved significant honours in the Newton Mathematics (Australian Mathematics Trust) Enrichment Competition. Over a 12-week period, selected students worked on activities focusing on Fibonacci numbers, divisibility, polyhedra, arithmetic and applying specific problem-solving techniques to find solutions. 

High Distinction  

Sarah Lu 

Genevieve Wong 

Christina Yang 

Stephanie Zhao 

Amy Zong 

Distinction 

Dorthy Ban 

Amélie Berg 

Kate Bi 

Pipi Chen  

Jennifer Chen 

Emma Deere 

Annabelle Kim 

Angelina Kim 

Naomi Shi 

Anthea Yang 

Ellie Zhang 

Loriah Zhang 

Credit 

Claire Cheng 

Julie Kang 

Hannah Lee 

Vivian Li 

Ella Li 

Lucy Ma 

Alicia Miao 

Isabella Wang 

Sophia Wang 

Congratulations to our International Debating teams who have progressed to the quarter finals. In an intensively competitive field; this is a phenomenal achievement! Good luck to all these girls: 

Ellie He 

Sarah Lu 

Naomi Shi 

Alicia Miao 

Angelina Kim 

Lucy Ma 

Vivian Li 

Josephine Tamas 

Yuanya Miao 

Hayley Du 

Aurora Lin 

Next week, I look forward to watching the drama showcase, gymnastics showcase and the Year 6 showcase of learning – more opportunities to celebrate many of our girls and their learning accomplishments this year. 

A message from Lachlan Pryor, Year 6 Compass Teacher 

On Tuesday our Year 6 students experienced an incredible Aquadrive workshop led by renewable-energy specialists Michael Richards and Grace Anderson from the University of NSW School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering (SPREE). This was part of the new Future Transport program where students are actively thinking about and designing solutions to make transport more sustainable. 

Michael and Grace began by taking the girls through a deep dive into how renewable energy works, exploring the different types of clean energy used around the world and why they are essential for a sustainable future. Students learnt how solar energy is captured from the sun, how photovoltaic cells convert sunlight into electricity and how engineers design real-world systems to make these technologies efficient and reliable. 

After building this solid scientific foundation, Michael and Grace guided the girls through a hands-on design challenge: creating their own solar-powered boats. Working in small teams, the students explored how to orient panels for maximum energy capture, experimented with wiring and motor connections, and made engineering decisions to optimise buoyancy, stability and speed. 

The energy in the room was electric (pun intended) as the girls tested, refined and raced their designs. This incursion brought together science, engineering, creativity and sustainability in a meaningful and memorable way. A huge thank you to Michael and Grace for inspiring the next generation of innovators! 

PJ Factor Showcase 

The PJ Factor Showcase was a vibrant celebration of student talent, featuring energetic House Singing, engaging public speaking presentations and expressive dance and music performances. Each performance reflected the girl’s creativity, collaboration and confidence on stage. It was wonderful to see House pride and spirit from all girls in the Junior School. This finale brought students together in a joyful and unifying moment that captured the true spirit of celebration and community.   

Congratulations to our 2026 Junior School leaders 

SRC Leaders: Annie Chen, Charlotte Free, Sienna Yeung, Rayna Zhou 

Sustainability Leaders: Janet Lee, Chloe Ma, Arya Raman, Scarlett Xiong 

STEM Leaders: Jing Huang, Isabella Li, Madeleine Martin, Olivia Yu 

Library Leaders: Alice Deutscher, Emerald Liu, Leah Liu, Tiffany Ma 

Kindness Leaders: Alana Hilton, Kelsie Huang, Arin Sadananda, Jasmine Smith 

Chapel Leaders: Zara Jacob, Laura Li, Samiya Sanghera, Adela Wu 

OSHC Leaders: Zoe Ababio, Zara Anand, Allegra Blackman, Gisele Whitehead 

House Leaders: 

• Bennett- Freya Holland, Caia McCarthy, Ellie Rose Ruiz del Portal Greene, Shelley Xie 

• Goodlet- Charlotte Allen, Olivia Birch, Scarlett Docherty, Emma Ware 

• Hammond- Zoe Hindmarsh, Davina Excell, Sofiyah Khanche, Emma Jiang 

• Ingleholme– Olivia Jin, Natasha Woods, Lia Sloane, Anya Jolapara 

• Lang– Grace Edwards, Mikayla Kiang, Kate Li, Charmaine Li 

• Marden– Gloria Duffy, Rose Bayliss, Isabelle Lawry, Queenie Sun 

• Thomas– Olivia Hegetschweiler, Alex Xiao, Aubrey Zhang, Hailey Zhang (5R) 

• Wylie– Maisie Borg, Chloe Huang, Angela Lu, Irene Zhao 

Stationery 

Please refer to the portal notice for 2026 stationery orders. Please place your order before 14 December to ensure that your daughter receives all stationery items before the start of the school year. Girls are to have all items on the stationery list, however if you have items that are of the same quality and in good condition, you may use those items rather than purchasing new. Students are to bring in all stationery items on the first day of Term 1. 

Message from Kate Giles- Head of Wellbeing K-6 

Exodus Foundation Christmas Appeal 

As a part of our Jacaranda Day and Christmas celebrations, the College is supporting the Exodus Foundation Christmas Initiative. Thank you to all our Junior School families who have already donated items to the appeal. Should you still wish to donate, we are seeking gifts for children from students in K-2 (including items like puzzles, board games and Lego) and school supplies from students in 3-6 (including stationery, colouring sets, books or lunchboxes). These items can be brought to Hedgehog House where they will be boxed before sending to Exodus.  

Messages from Mr Stephen Robinson – Deputy of Head of Junior School – Operations 

End of Year Events 

The school year is fast coming to an end and as it does, there will be lots of opportunities to celebrate: 

• Year 4 and Year 5 Windows into Learning: Monday 24 November at 9.45am. Students are to be in their full summer uniform. 

• Year 6 Chapel, Showcase of Learning and Morning Tea: Thursday 27 November at 8.30am. Students are to be in their full summer uniform. 

• K-6 Colour Run, Thursday 27 November after lunch. Students are to wear their regular uniform to school on this day, but at lunch will get changed into old (preferably white) clothes to wear during the activity. Students will not be changing after the event before carline, so families are encouraged to have a towel in the car to travel home! 

• Year 6 Disco and Parent Cocktail Party, Friday 28 November from 6.30pm. Please ensure students wear enclosed shoes to this event.  

• Year 6 Water Fight, Monday 1 December from 2.30pm. Year 6 students will be wearing their regular school uniform as part of our end of year traditions. They can travel home wet or get changed. 

• Years 3-6 Speech Day, Tuesday 2 December at 9.00am. All students are to wear their full summer uniform. 

• At the end of this event, students must sign out with their teachers or remain at school until 3.00pm 

• Kindergarten Celebration of Learning and Nativity, Tuesday 2 December 11.30am. Students are to wear their full summer uniform to wear under their costumes. 

• At the end of this event, students must sign out with their teachers or remain at school until 2.45pm 

• Year 1 and Year 2 Celebration of Learning, Tuesday 2 December 2.00pm. Students are to wear their full summer uniform. 

• Students will depart from Gloucester Lawn with parents. There will be no carline operating for Year 1 and Year 2. 

Wednesday 3 December is an optional attendance day. If at school, students will: 

• K-2 students will be involved in wellbeing and STEM activities until lunch 

• 3-6 students will engage in a ‘day of service’ to the Junior School, supporting teachers with their move ahead of our relocation into the Grey House Precinct building and subsequent changes taking place. 

• Following lunch, all students have class celebrations with their 2025 Compass Teachers before a final farewell before the summer break. 

• If your daughter is absent from school on this day, please mark your daughter absent in MyPymble. 

Please be aware that all co-curricular activities end in Week 7. There are no activities in Week 8. 

Message from Junior School Administration Office  

A reminder to email juniorschool@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au when your daughter is late or needs to leave early. Please continue to use the MyPymble app to mark your daughter absent. For any absence of two days or more, please complete the Exemption from Exemption from Attendance at School form, which you can download from MyPymble, or email through a medical certificate for illness. 

Important Dates for your Diary Week 5 and Week 6 

Monday 24 November	Windows into Learning Year 4 and Year 5: 9.45-11.15am
Monday 24 November	Launch of DREAM Diploma 12.00pm-1.00pm John Reid Hall for Year 4 and 5 girls and families.
Wednesday 26 November	Sokratis Jr Showcase 3.30pm-4.30pm Hedgehog House
Wednesday 26 November	Year 3 Excursion to Maritime Museum
Thursday 27 November	Year 6 Chapel, Showcase of Learning and Morning Tea   K-6 Colour Run
Friday 28 November	Year 6 Disco and Parent Cocktail Party, Kindergarten Create a Memory Box

End of Year Junior School Celebration dates 

Thursday 27 November	Year 6 Chapel, Celebration of Learning and Morning Tea
Tuesday 2 December	Years 3-6 Speech Day 9.00am – 11.00am Kindergarten Celebration of Learning and Nativity 11.30am – 1.00pm Years 1 and Year 2 Celebration of Learning 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Wednesday 3 December	Last day of Term 4

From the Middle School

From the Head of Middle School, Jenny O’Donnell

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This week in Middle School, we had an opportunity to come together as a community to celebrate 2025 in our termly Middle School Assembly. I would like to acknowledge our Middle School Student Leaders who again planned and facilitated what was a beautiful event which captured the spirit of Term 4. A thoughtful and engaging video was shared highlighting key reflections and memorable moments. I had the privilege of sharing the award recipients for our up and coming Speech Day and at the same time took the opportunity to congratulate every student for their achievements and contributions to the college. We spent time farewelling Year 8 officially and thanking their Compass teachers for their ongoing investment in your daughters. Thankyou to Jessamy Facer of Year 8 who performed ‘A place called home’ from a Christmas Carol. Following on from this everyone got involved in our Christmas themed Just Dance with great enthusiasm. Over the next few weeks we will ramping up our Gloucester Gathering initiatives with a number of festive season activities: handprint Christmas tree decorations and a Christmas photo booth for souvenirs. Please encourage your daughters to get involved and spread some cheer! 

I wanted to share with you the reflection delivered by some of the Middle School girls who have been committed to our Weaving With Colour Project. We are all so delighted with the outcome of this collaborative artwork which now hangs proudly from the ceiling in the Middle School reception. 

We’re some of the lucky girls who got to take part in the Port Jackson Shark weaving workshops in Term 3 with the First Nations Group Weaving in Colour. Every Monday during Compass Time, we worked with a special guest, Aunty Sheree and Aunty Lynette, two First Nations women from Wiradjuri and Darkinjung country who taught us different weaving techniques. We started with simple pieces like bracelets and then moved on to making small basket starters. We began each basket with a tight coil, then used a needle to stitch and weave it outwards into a larger shape. We even learnt how to dye our creations, making the fibres darker by using a special pot. We also learnt about the cultural significance of weaving and how these techniques have been passed down through generations. It wasn’t just about making something, it was about understanding the patience, skill and creativity behind it. 

As the weeks went on, our confidence grew. Each session pushed us to be more careful with our hands, more focused on the details, and more willing to try new patterns. Some of us experimented with colours, shapes and tighter stitches, and it was so cool to see how different everyone’s arts were when using the different colours. One of the best parts was the teamwork. We helped each other when the coils came lose or the thread tangled, and we just had fun. By the end of the workshops, we had not only created beautiful woven items, but we also gained new skills and created the beautiful port Jackson shark sculpture. It was such a fun experience, and we’re really grateful we got to learn a new skill and make something meaningful. Our amazing Port Jackson shark is now hanging in the Middle School office, so please pop by and have a look. We are so proud of the final product. 

Written by Skye Mitchell, Olivia Sheldrake, Milly Farr, Camilla Metcalf and Dimity Loeve  

We are looking forward to welcoming our Year 7 families back to Chapel on Friday for our Christmas Chapel celebration to mark the end of what has been a very successful year for our Year 7 students. Chapel begins at 1.30pm, followed by afternoon tea for families. 

Celebrating our Speakers! 

Athena Wu of Year 8 recently attended the Singapore International Schools Debating Competition and was awarded: Senior Semi-finalist, Junior 4th Best Speaker, Senior 9th Best Speaker. Well done! 

Arabella Hoang of Year 8, progressed to the state finals of the UN Voice State Final, at NSW Parliament House, this week. To be selected for the state finals is a most impressive achievement. Congratulations, Arabella! 

Well done to Lily Zhou of Year 7 who attended the Australian Math’s Trust workshop to hone her skills a few weeks ago. She thoroughly enjoyed the experience and embraced the opportunity to build new connections. 

From the Upper School

A message from Victoria Harrison, Head of Upper School

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Futures Week 

Earlier this week, our Year 10 students took part in the Future You program, a wonderful opportunity for the girls to pause, reflect and imagine the pathways that lie ahead as they move toward Senior School. The program invited them to explore their strengths and interests through hands-on workshops, industry conversations and career discovery sessions that sparked curiosity and confidence. It was inspiring to see the girls engaging so thoughtfully with their futures. Thank you to Emily Chiang and Eloise Stewart for sharing their reflections on the experience: 

This week, Year 10 had the opportunity to take part in the much-anticipated Future You Festival! As we prepare to enter the Senior School, it was exciting and useful to have speakers present to us about their career journeys and have meaningful conversations with experts in varying fields.  We started off the festival by listening to an inspiring presentation by Pymble alumni Sam D’Souza, who spoke about her journey after graduating from Pymble. Sam taught us about how paths into the future are not always linear and the importance of having a ’support network’ around you, as well as recognising the changing nature of work with AI. After this, the Year Group split up into different self-selected workshops. I learnt about the role of Occupational Therapists, aspects of Visual Communication, and the different branches of Civil Engineering. We ended the insightful day with an energising Zumba session, which everyone enjoyed and participated in!  On the second day, we listened to Kathryn Taylor’s presentation about the ‘Balcony and Basement’ of our various Clifton Strengths. We also learnt more about how to conduct ourselves and reply to common interview questions! We then had the amazing opportunity to have conversations with a rotating group of experts in diverse fields. This was by far my favourite part of the festival. From cardiologists to judges, I was so engaged and excited to learn more about the ups and downs of all the experts’ careers and educational journeys. The Future You Festival was an unforgettable experience for the whole year group, as we learnt about the importance of knowing our strengths and recognising our weaknesses to advance in our future careers. We are so grateful to the Futures team for organising this outstanding festival for us, and we look forward to more opportunities like this in the future! 

Emily Chiang (Year 10) 

I had a great experience on Monday and Tuesday as a part of our Futures Week. We had the chance to explore different workshops on our career interests and explore our personal skills and weaknesses to improve our transition into the workforce. On the first day we heard from a guest speaker before moving into our chosen career electives. I started with a law workshop where we ran a moot which is like a mock trial, then attended a commerce session about job opportunities in business and finished with a talk from a Notre Dame business professor. The best part about our electives is that we could choose from a wide range of job opportunities from construction to nursing to see if we see a career in that field. The next day we completed workshops focused on identifying our personal strengths, areas for growth, and how to present ourselves confidently in interviews. We ended Futures Week with a session on transitioning into the Senior School, which helped tie everything together and made the whole experience highly informative and valuable. 

Eloise Stewart (Year 10) 

A year of Vision Valley residential programs completed! 

This week marked the return of our final Vision Valley adventurers. We are so proud of our girls for the courage and resilience they have shown this year. It was wonderful to celebrate the return of our Term 4 adventurers in an Honouring Ceremony on Tuesday and to see our Year 9s take the lead on preparing their Year 8 peers for the adventure ahead during a Year 8 into 9 Compass session.  

Whether your daughter attended recently or earlier in the year, families play an important role in helping students carry the confidence, resilience and personal growth from the program into their everyday lives. Below are five simple ways you can continue to support your daughter as she applies her learning beyond Vision Valley. 

1. Encourage reflection and conversation 
Ask your daughter about her favourite moments, challenges and what she learned about herself. Gentle, open-ended questions help her process the experience and recognise her own growth. 

2. Reinforce independence and responsibility 
The program builds resilience and teamwork. Encourage your daughter to continue these skills at home by taking ownership of routines, commitments and decision-making. 

3. Celebrate strengths and small wins 
Acknowledge the confidence, courage or leadership she showed during the program. Highlighting these strengths boosts self-belief and helps her carry them into future challenges. 

4. Maintain healthy routines 
After a busy residential experience, support her in re-establishing good sleep, nutrition and study habits. A stable routine helps balance energy, wellbeing and school commitments. As we look ahead to the Government social media restrictions being implemented on December 10, this is also a valuable moment to reflect on how successfully your daughter managed the digital detox at Vision Valley, and to encourage her to continue the healthy screen habits she demonstrated during the program. 

5. Help her set realistic goals 
Use the momentum from Vision Valley to guide short-term goals, whether academic, social or personal. Setting achievable steps helps her apply what she learned and stay motivated. 

Year 10 Outdoor Education Program 

Our Year 10 Outdoor Education Program is now underway, with two of the five groups (Namadji and Snowy River) setting off this week for their unique expeditions. The remaining three groups will depart on Monday, embarking on their own challenges and adventures designed to build resilience, teamwork, and independence. Across the program, students will experience a range of outdoor activities that encourage them to step beyond their comfort zones, connect with their peers and develop valuable life skills. It promises to be a memorable and rewarding experience for all involved. 

Year 9 Peer Support Training  

On Wednesday, our 2026 Peer Support Leaders took part in a special day-long training session with the Burn Bright team. The girls spent the day practising leadership and communication skills and exploring what it means to be a positive role model for our incoming Year 7 cohort. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm and genuine care for creating a welcoming start for our newest students, and they are already well on their way to becoming supportive and empathetic Peer Support Leaders in 2026. 

Year 10 Exchange 

We love hearing news from the latest group of Year 10 students who embarked on their Exchange last week. Last weekend 13 students departed for Colmar, Toronto, Venice, and Monza. The girls are settling into their host homes and new school environment while adjusting to the winter weather. 

This week we have been completing interviews with many enthusiastic Year 9 students for the 2025 International Exchange program. Preparations for 2026 are already underway, with applicants being shortlisted and arrangements confirmed with our partner schools. We hope to offer some places by the end of the term.  

Student Shoutouts 

Celebrating our Speakers! 

Congratulations to Imogen Kee, Year 10 who progressed to the state finals of the UNVoice Speaking Competition held at NSW Parliament House this week. To reach state finals is a most impressive achievement. Further, Imogen placed first in the Senior division and progresses to National finals in April next year. 

Isla Campbell 

From the Senior School

From the Head of Senior School, Mrs Nikki Wyse

Finding confidence in challenge 

This time of year brings a busy assessment period for our new Year 12 students, with many juggling demanding workloads alongside their co-curricular commitments and social lives. It’s understandable that this can feel challenging, as our girls strive to balance all this in their lives. 

Recently, I’ve been reading about the power of leaning into discomfort and wanted to share some insights with you; reminding us all that challenge, while difficult, can be one of the most valuable experiences for building confidence and real growth. 

Growth does not happen in comfort. Research shows that stepping beyond what feels easy is one of the most powerful ways young people can build confidence, resilience and satisfaction. When we reframe discomfort as a sign of learning rather than failure, we help your daughters see challenge not as something to avoid, but as the very space where growth occurs. 

Psychologists call this the “optimal stretch zone”. This is the point just beyond comfort where effort is required, but is not overwhelming. Learning, creativity and motivation all thrive there. Neuroscience supports this too: when we face challenge, our brains release dopamine, the chemical linked to motivation and reward. In fact, it’s not effortless success but the process of persisting through difficulty that rewires the brain for resilience and adaptability. 

Discomfort is also what sharpens creativity and builds grit. Whether it’s learning a new skill, handling a tough conversation or trying something unfamiliar, manageable stressors strengthen emotional endurance. Over time, young people who face and recover from small challenges become better equipped to handle life’s larger ones. This practice develops what psychologists call “stress inoculation”, or the ability to stay steady and resourceful when things are uncertain. 

Parents and teachers can nurture this growth by encouraging small but meaningful risks: joining a new team, speaking up in class, tackling a tough subject or taking on a responsibility that stretches confidence. By celebrating the effort, not just the outcome, we can remind your daughter that the uneasy feeling of challenge is evidence that she’s learning. 

Congratulations to the following students who have been recognised for Outstanding Effort in Year 11:

Isabella	BERBERIAN
Melody	CHEN
Annalise	CHOW
Sara	JOUNG-NGUYEN
Elise	LIN
Grace	SANTOSO
Dasha	STUSENKO
Mahika	SWAMY
Clare	VINCENT
Bonnie	XU
Jessica	XU
Natalie	YANG
Jenny	XU
Angela	ZHANG
Alice	MAO
Annabel	MORRIS
Johanna	RICKETTS
Olivia	AYTON
Grace	BECK
Caitlyn	BILNEY
Emelia	CAULFIELD
Soraya	CATCHPOLE
Harriet	HARDING
Matilda	HAWKINS
Annabelle	JONES
Emily	KIM
Isabella	LANSDELL
Iris	LI
Yuyin	LUO
Laura	MAKEHAM
Teagan	NING
Scarlet	OLESEN
Layne	PHILLIPS
Zoe	POLITES
Isabella	RUMBLE
Rosa	KIM
Scarlett	CAMPBELL
Charlotte	RUSCIO
Katherine	LEE
Katherine	HART
Anais	MCDONALD
Olivia	SONG
Selina	HUANG
Anna	LE
Cindy	ZHOU
Natalie	DONG
Oldina	XIA
Ruth	SHEN
Samantha	FAHY
Elysia	SUN
Kitty	HE
Mary	STACIWA
Chloe	LAU
Aria	WALLBANK
Macy	SUN
Rithika	RAVI
Delaney	BURKE
Fiona	TSANG
Stella	BOYLE
Claire	MURPHY
Isabella	ATTARD
Amber	LI
Hayley	CHEUNG
Joanna	GU
Cynthia	SHI
Chloe	XUE
Kiki	CHEN
Amber	WANG
Jessica	SHI
Olivia	CHOI
Ann	KYLE
Sasha	CHAN
Karzan	ONG
Annie	LIEBMANN
Nina	UEHARA
Jasmine	TRAN
Rosalie	EGGINS
Syna	GANDHI

Tree of Knowledge 

The graduating Year 12 students recently took time to share their wisdom with the new Year 12 cohort through our Tree of Knowledge. Each graduate wrote a “leaf” of advice, offering words of encouragement, insight and perspective for the year ahead. The thoughtful messages, drawn from real experience, captured what it truly means to lead with balance, resilience and heart, providing guidance from those who have walked the path before. 

World Kindness Day 

To mark World Kindness Day, students wrote heartfelt messages of thanks to staff members across the College. These notes of appreciation have touched and uplifted our staff community, serving as a powerful reminder of the connection and gratitude that underpin school life. The simple act of kindness has brought smiles, inspiration and a sense of shared joy throughout the week. 

House Dance Off 

The House Dance Off filled the gym with both joy and spirited competition as students showcased their creativity and teamwork in dynamic performances. The energy only grew when the whole of Secondary School joined together for a rousing session of Just Dance. With music, laughter, and movement filling every corner, it was a true celebration of community, spirit, and fun. 

Congratulations AJ 

MP Sophie Scamps presented AJ Gillespie, a paraswimmer, with a special recognition award for sporting excellence, celebrating AJ’s achievements and contributions to the community as an elite para-athlete. We are all so proud of AJ’s amazing results in the pool! 

Congratulations to our dancers 

What an incredible Dance Showcase! Every performance reflected weeks of dedication, creativity and teamwork. The energy, joy and artistry on stage were inspiring to watch and a true celebration of talent across all groups. Congratulations to every dancer and choreographer for bringing such passion and spirit to the stage, you made it a night to remember. 

Young Entrepreneur Society 
 
YES Market Day 2025 aimed to give students practical experience in entrepreneurship while supporting charitable causes through socially conscious business initiatives. Centred on creativity, collaboration and enterprise, the event encouraged students from Years 7 to 11 to turn ideas into viable products and services. Behind the scenes, students developed their products, refined marketing strategies, and tackled real-world business challenges. For many first-time participants, this involved budgeting, cost analysis, understanding customer needs, and working as a team. The YES organisers and Year 11 mentors provided valuable guidance during weekly Wednesday meetings, offering authentic insight into business development and the importance of creativity, resilience, and problem-solving. 

On the day, the Colonnade Corridor was filled with a lively atmosphere as students and staff supported a diverse range of stalls. Crowds gathered quickly, many stalls sold out, and the enthusiasm created a strong sense of community. The event highlighted the creativity, teamwork, and initiative of Pymble’s young entrepreneurs. Overall, YES Market Day 2025 was a tremendous success and a testament to the hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm of all participants. 

Oldina Xia and Jocelyn Ying 

A message from the Parent Coordinators

Please join us for a relaxed end-of-year catch-up.

Details
Date: Wednesday 26 November
Time: 7.00pm
Location: Greengate Hotel

RSVP is not required – simply come along if you can.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Julie, Malini and Araz

From the Boarding School

Christmas has come early for our Boarding family and it is lovely to see the Houses so beautifully decorated and to have the fresh smell of pine filling the halls. Last Saturday our Boarders made their annual trip to Dural to select their Christmas trees and on return, they spent a festive afternoon busily decorating. My special thanks go to Vicki McGilvray, Assistant Head of House, who once again went all out to bring the Christmas spirit to our community. This annual tradition heralds not only the start of yule tide season but it is also a signal that it is almost time for the girls to pack up and head home for a well deserved break. Exciting indeed!  

Farewell to our much loved Lea 

On Monday evening we said goodbye for now to Lea Waterhouse, our wonderful Assistant Head of Goodlet House. Lea joined us in Boarding just over two years ago and during this relatively short time she became an invaluable member of our team. Lea has a special knack of ensuring everything is super organised in House all the while maintaining a calm and measured approach. Her deep care for the Boarders is palpable and her commitment to deliver the best outcomes for them obvious. This was reflected in Lea’s willingness to undertake additional study as she completed Certificate IV in Residential Care where she achieved a distinction standard in her coursework. Lea will be greatly missed, and we wish her all the very best as she sets off on an extended European adventure. 

Lang Housewarming  

The ‘unending chain’ of girls certainly rings true in Boarding, and it is a special privilege to be part of the Boarders’ journey—from the early days in Avonmoore to their final Boarding home in Lang House. 

This unique journey was celebrated on Friday evening, as our oldest Boarders, the Year 12 2026 cohort, completed an important rite of passage: graduating to Lang House. To mark this meaningful milestone, we held a Housewarming celebration, drawing inspiration from history itself—reminiscent of the 1916 event when the very first Pymble girls made their way across from PLC Croydon. As recorded in Issue No. 90, April 1916 of the school magazine, Aurora Australis: 

“Quite the social event of the first term at Pymble was the housewarming, which took place on the first Saturday evening. Dancing was the first item, the rooms used for the purpose being the four music-rooms, a dark and narrow passage, and finally round the pianists themselves, who were so overawed at the prospect of playing for PLC Pymble, that their hands refused to do more than a few feeble waltzes.” 

The recollection goes on: 

“After the pianist had collapsed from nervousness, Misses Mavis and Rene Parker were masterfully acted by Misses D Abbott, E Wait, K Brodie, D Pitt, P MacFarlane, M Abbott and H Stitt. After three humorous recitations from Maysie Greig-Smith, a still more humorous Highland fling from Doris Witts, and a few clever imitations by Lorna Hinder, it was proposed that the old Croydon girls should sing ‘School and Home’. There were six old girls, so our song was scientifically rendered. 

Of course, at the close of the entertainment we formed a circle and sang ‘Auld Lang Syne’ with much vigour and, after cheering from ‘The Boys at the Dardanelles’ to ‘Our Oak Floors and Rubber Heels’ inclusive, we thanked each other most profusely and went home.” 

While our recent Housewarming did not include pianists or waltzing, the evening was filled with shared laughter, delicious food and excellent company. Surrounded by our Year 12 families and staff, we celebrated not only a step forward in the Boarders’ journey, but also the deep traditions and connections that make our community so special. 

It is moments like these that remind us: though the names and faces change, the spirit of camaraderie and celebration endures, unbroken – an ‘unending chain’ linking past and present, shaping the memories our girls will carry with them always. 

Love It – Ms Theresa Mimmo Deputy Director of Boarding  

Last Friday we welcomed some of our new 2026 Boarders. It was a lovely chance for the girls to get a head start on making new friends and the opportunity for a sleepover in their soon to be term time home. After the day in lessons, everyone enjoyed a delicious and chocolatey session of Boarders Get Baking before dinner. The Dance Showcase was well timed and the evening was spent watching the dancing talent of Pymble. Special thanks to our Boarder buddies for helping our ‘newbies’ feel so welcome.  

Saturday was another opportunity for Boarders to attend the matinee to watch more dancing talent including some of our Boarders. The Houses decorated Christmas trees on Saturday and the Christmas movies were on offer for the start of the festive season. It was lovely to see the girls together in our common spaces. With the gorgeous weather on Sunday a group of Boarders headed to Manly to walk along the coast to Shelly Beach. It was a great opportunity to enjoy the sunshine and a swim on a beautiful day. 

Our Spirit House Captains Poppy and Rain organised an exciting handball challenge for our Boarders on Tuesday. The competition started within year groups and then the final games was the best of the best from each year group. There was a lot of cheering and screams as the games played out. It was a great activity and we can truly say everyone was a winner today! 

View From My Window 

Hi, my name is Rosalie, I am in Year 12 and come from Old Bar and Wallabi Point on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. 

Old Bar is a small coastal village just a five minute drive from Wallabi Point, which is even smaller. Both are right by the beach. My mum lives in Old Bar, and my dad’s over in Wallabi Point. I split my time between the two places. I live with my mum in Old Bar, along with my brothers Jesse and Sam and my little sister Florence. When I’m with my dad in Wallabi Point, I’m never far from the beach or our hunting dogs, Twinkle, Jojo and Rambo. 

Dad runs the bus company around Taree and nearby areas, but when he’s not working, he loves going out west hunting or heading east fishing and taking me snorkelling on our boat. 

I’m also half Canadian on my mum’s side, and we love visiting during the summer. When we’re there, we spend time with lots of family, at my Uncle’s apple orchard, and catching up with old friends from when we lived there when I was in fifth grade. 

I love going home for holidays because I have so many close friends there, it always makes leaving hard. But coming back to Boarding is easier thanks to my boarding sisters. One thing I really enjoy about Boarding is meeting so many different people, from overseas and all over country NSW, every girl inspires me in some way. 

Looking out my window here, I mostly see a fence and my dogs, but if I walk ten minutes, I’m at the beach. My favourite beach is Saltwater Point at Wallabi Point. The memories there are most valuable, spear fishing with my dad, surfing with my friends and winter beach fires. 

At home, I love going to the beach, watching the local footy, cooking dinners with my family and camping with my friends. At Pymble I love to do Rowing, Rugby and AFL.  

I’m really grateful to have grown up on the Mid North Coast. Homesickness is definitely bittersweet, but calling my friends and family and keeping busy with sports helps a lot. 

Even though it’s always hard to leave home, I’ve realised that Boarding has given me another one, just with a few more sisters. I’m so grateful for where I come from, the people who’ve shaped me, and the memories I get to take with me wherever I go. 

Boarder of the Week  

We couldn’t go past fabulous Year 9 Goodlet House Boarder, Stella for our Boarder of the Week. Stella is an absolute delight to be around – she is kind, considerate and full of joy. Always ready with a smile, nothing is ever a problem, and she is always there ready to lend a hand. Stella is an active member of the Boarders’ Representative Council, fulfilling this role with professionalism and purpose. She has had an exceptionally busy week – shining in the Dance Showcase and being the perfect buddy for one of our new Boarders yet hasn’t missed a beat. We couldn’t be prouder to call her one of ‘ours’. 

Save the Date  

1 December – End of Year Chapel Service and Christmas Party* 

3 December – Year 7-12 Speech Day*, followed by end of term Travel Day. 

And while you have the diary out… some important dates for 2026 

28 January – New Boarders and current Year 12 Boarders arrive from 2.00pm 

28 January – New Boarders’ Welcome Dinner  

29 January – Current Boarders return from 2.00pm 

29 January – Boarder Parent Group (BPG) meeting at 3.30pm  

29 January – BPG welcome drinks at 5.00pm  

30 January to 1 February – Boarders’ Community Weekend* 

20 February – Boarding Family Friends’ Event  

20 February – PPA Icebreaker followed by Boarding Parent “Afters” 

15 March – Mother and Daughter Lunch  

24 March – Boarders’ End of Term Chapel Service and Dinner*  

1 April – Boarders’ Travel Day  

2 April – Year 8, 9 and 10 learning discussions 

* No leave during this time   

From the Chaplains

Rev. Danielle Hemsworth-Smith 

What is the Joy that you are running towards this Christmas?  

‘But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for see, I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people’ Luke 2.10 

‘So they went with haste and found Mary and Joseph and the child lying in the manger.’ Luke 2.16 

I love Christmas. I love the carols and the decorations. I love Christmas food. I love the warmth of the sun, and the feel and smell of salt, sand and sunscreen on my skin.  

In these last weeks of term, I feel like I am running towards all these things, much like the Shepherds on the first Christmas ran towards Jesus.  

And soon we will be there. Right in the midst of the Christmas moment. Surrounded by friends and family. Singing Carols. Opening presents. Eating until our tummies feel ready to burst. Swimming in the crystal blue ocean that we are so lucky to have just a few short kilometres away. 

It is going to be so good! I really can’t wait. 

There is so many good things about Christmas, that it is easy to forget that Christmas is about Jesus. It is easy to forget that we, just like the Shepherds, are running towards Jesus and the coming of hope, peace, love and joy into the world. 

It is even easier to forget that after the Shepherds ran to Jesus and embraced the joy they found there, they used that joy to go on and share it with others. 

‘When they saw this, they made known what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds told them, and Mary treasured all these words and pondered them in her heart. The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, just as it had been told them.’  

Luke 2. 17-20 

So, this Christmas, I have three challenges for you. 

1. Make sure you remember to out Jesus back into your Christmas Story. Go along to church at least once this Christmas. I have several fantastic local options below, and if you need another suggestion please email me at dhemsworthsmith@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au 

• Gordon Pymble Uniting Church 

• Turrramurra Uniting Church 

• Willoughby Uniting Church 

• Pittwater Uniting Church 

2. Remember what you already know about the Christmas Story and discover what God is trying to say to you and your family through it. Have dinner with your family to and whilst you are eating re-tell the story of the first Christmas together. See which pieces that you remember together and then read the Gospel stories found in the scriptures. Luke 1.1-2.20 Matthew 1.18-2.12 John 1.1-14 Invite your family to think about what lessons you are hearing in these stories 

3. Share the joy of your Christmas with others. Invite your friends over to celebrate Christmas. Talk about the special things that your family does at this special time of year. Visit your friends and ask about their traditions. Volunteer in the community. Give gifts to strangers that you will never meet, but for whom Christmas joy is hard to find. 

From the Futures Team

Year 10 Future You Festival – 17 and 18 November 

The Future You Festival is a two-day program designed to help Year 10 students begin exploring post-Pymble opportunities and pathways.

Students participated in workshops, presentations and reflection activities focused on identifying their strengths, developing interview skills and considering possible future careers. They heard from ex-student Sam D’Souza, who shared her non-linear journey into her current career, spoke about the changing nature of work with AI, and highlighted the importance of transferable skills and networking.

Each student then attended three workshops led by external stakeholders from both industry and universities. Academics from TAFE NSW, UNSW, Notre Dame and UTAS shared their expertise in areas such as Fashion Illustration, Law, Dietetics and Food Science, Engineering, Aviation, Accounting, Animation, Marine Science, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Computer Science and Business. Student ambassadors from USYD, UTS and ACU led additional sessions in Commerce, Law, Visual Communication, Design Thinking, Early Childhood Education and Exercise Science. Industry leaders from UBS, CSX Cyber and Pymble staff introduced students to their fields and the range of career opportunities available.

Thank you to Greg Hastie, the Psychology team, Lyn Wyette and Simone Sailer, who ran additional workshops in Construction, Forensic Psychology, Primary Education and university study in the UK and USA.

Day 2 welcomed additional external guests from our community and alumni network. We are grateful to all who attended and generously shared their career journeys with our students. Kathryn Taylor concluded the strengths series by exploring the “balcony and basement” of the strengths profiles and providing students with practical opportunities to rehearse these insights through mini-interview activities with their peers.

Feedback from presenter Jaimee Hughes, Lecturer in Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Innovation:

“I just wanted to say how impressed I was with the students. They were so engaged throughout the session and asked some fantastic questions. It was great to see their enthusiasm, and I hope the session provided some inspiration to consider a future in dietetics and studying at UNSW”.

Student Reflection

This week, Year 10 had the opportunity to take part in the much-anticipated Future You Festival! As we prepare to enter the Senior School, it was exciting and useful to have speakers present to us about their career journeys and have meaningful conversations with experts in varying fields.  We started off the festival by listening to an inspiring presentation by Pymble alumni Sam D’Souza, who spoke about her journey after graduating from Pymble. Sam taught us about how paths into the future aren’t always linear and the importance of having a ’support network’ around you, as well as recognising the changing nature of work with AI. After this, the Year Group split up into different self-selected workshops. I learnt about the role of Occupational Therapists, aspects of Visual Communication, and the different branches of Civil Engineering. We ended the insightful day with an energising Zumba session, which everyone enjoyed and participated in!  On the second day, we listened to Kathryn Taylor’s presentation about the ‘Balcony and Basement’ of our various Clifton Strengths. We also learnt more about how to conduct ourselves and reply to common interview questions! We then had the amazing opportunity to have conversations with a rotating group of experts in diverse fields. This was by far my favourite part of the festival. From cardiologists to judges, I was so engaged and excited to learn more about the ups and downs of all the experts’ careers and educational journeys.  

The Future You Festival was an unforgettable experience for the whole year group, as we learnt about the importance of knowing our strengths and recognising our weaknesses to advance in our future careers. We are so grateful for the Futures team for organising this outstanding festival for us, and we look forward to more opportunities like this in the future!  

Emily Chiang, Year 10

Events Calendar – Term 4

Co-curricular Administration

Sally Davidson, Head of Co-curricular Administration 

Registrations now OPEN for 2026 Term 1, Semester 1 and Yearly Programs 

Please access the online registration via the Co-curricular pages on MyPymble by clicking here. A parent/carer log in is required to be able to register. 2026 Program information can be found here. We encourage you to review the details carefully and consider which options best align with your daughter’s schedule. 

Pymble programs are offered in a variety of commitment timelines including term, semester and year. 

Year – These programs require commitment for the whole year to allow for skill development or to prepare for end of year showcases. Registrations are required at the end of Term 4 in the year prior. Some programs may offer intakes where spaces are available throughout the year. 

Semester – These programs require commitment to the program for a semester (two terms). Registrations for Semester 1 (Term 1 and 2) are required at the end of Term 4 in the year prior. Registrations for Semester 2 (Term 3 and 4) are required at the end of Term 2. This allows for a student to gain a wider knowledge of the program whilst providing options to choose another program in another semester. 

Termly – Registration is required toward the end of the term prior to participation and is only valid for one term. Placement will be on a first come, first served basis. 

Saturday Sports – These programs are competitive sport programs and a registration into the program indicates commitment for your daughter to play that sport. Registrations are required at the start of the term prior to the competition due to association timelines. For example, Term 3 Saturday Sports require registration at the start of Term 2. 

Waitlists – If the program you wish to register for is full, we recommend joining the waitlist as changes do occur and spaces may become available. Please note that waitlists do not carry over from term to term, so a new registration will be required each term. 

Conditions of Co-curricular Registration 

Before registering, please take a moment to review the Conditions of Registration document. 

 
This includes important information about registration procedures, late requests, and applicable fees. 

Stay Informed – Download the Pymble App 

To ensure you receive the latest Co-curricular updates, including any changes or cancellations, please make sure your family has downloaded the Pymble App. Once the school term begins, most communication will be sent via the app, with only minimal updates provided by email. 

 
For more details and download instructions, please click here. 

From the Co-curricular Performing Arts Team

Mr Kurt Schweinberger, Head of Co-Curricular Performing Arts – Strategy and Operation 

Congratulations to our outstanding Dance staff on a spectacular Dance showcase. The energy and creativity on display was truly remarkable. It was especially heart-warming to see works devised by Pymble Alumni who have now returned as part of our Dance team, which is a wonderful testament to the strength and continuity of our Performing Arts community. 

We also extend our warmest congratulations to the Language Arts students and staff on their impressive showcase last night. Their performance was a wonderful display of passion, excellence and community, and a credit to the dedication and talent within the program. 

We now turn our attention to our upcoming celebrations across the Performing Arts. The Drama showcase takes place next week in the GMCPA, beginning with the Drama film showcase on Monday, followed by the Junior School Drama performances on Wednesday and the Secondary School performances on Friday. All communications have been sent to parents via email and are also available on the parent poral. We hope you can join us in supporting our talented students throughout this exciting week. 

We then conclude the season on Sunday 30 November with the College Christmas service in the Chapel, a cherished tradition that brings our community together in reflection and celebration. 

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From the Co-curricular Sports Team

CO-CURRICULAR ADMINISTRATION 

Sally Davidson, Head of Co-curricular Administration 

Registrations now OPEN for 2026 Term 1, Semester 1 and Yearly Programs 

Please access the online registration via the Co-curricular pages on MyPymble by clicking here. A parent/carer log in is required to be able to register. 2026 Program information can be found here. We encourage you to review the details carefully and consider which options best align with your daughter’s schedule. 

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Artistic Gymnastics

Alison Gestier, Head Coach of Artistic Gymnastics 

NSW State Levels Championships 

A huge congratulations to our talented WAG NL3-10 gymnasts who competed at the NSW State Levels Championships over the weekend. This is our final competition to a very successful 2025 Artistic Gymnastics campaign – with all gymnasts finishing strongly on all apparatus. Well done girls!! 

The following girls competed over the weekend at the Sydney Gymnastics and Aquatic Centre: 

Level 3 

Clover Gong (Year 3) 

Melissa Liu (Year 2) 

Level 4 

Ailisa Liu (Year 3) 

Amelia Chen (Year 4) 

Eldora Xu (Year 3) 

Li-Ya Koo (Year 4) 

Ruby Shi (Year 3) 

Katherine Wang (Year 3) 

Level 5 

Bella Wang (Year 3) 

Monica Li (Year 5) 

Clarice Chung (Year 6) 

Hailey Judd (Year 8) 

Joslyn Wong (Year 6) 

Athletics

Deb Walsham, Head Coach of Athletics 

National Schools Challenge 

As we near the end of term, the Athletics team continues to train hard with great enthusiasm and commitment. The National Schools Challenge is now only three weeks away, and the excitement is building. Pymble has a proud and long-standing history at this event, and we are excited to be sending three strong teams again to Melbourne in December.  

Congratulations to our three teams:  

Junior	Intermediate	Senior
Nadia McMahon (Year 8)	Anabella Legge-Hughes (Year 9)	Samara Bond (Year 12)
Charlotte Lau (Year 6)	Avie Russell (Year 10)	Jocelyn Blair (Year 11)
Isabella Lau (Year 6)	Florence Cheng (Year 7)	Naomi Krajancic (Year 9)
Charlie Slater (Year 8)	Ellie Lau (Year 8)	Eliza Lawton (Year 9)
Gemma Dixon (Year 9)	Aniela Knight (Year 10)	Rachel Schwulst (Year 11)
Kashmira Agnew (Year 7)	Isabel Shorter (Year 10)	Amalia Bond (Year 9)
	Bethany Carruthers (Year 9)	Grace Peters (Year 12)
	Claudia Birrell (Year 6)
	Ava Costa (Year 9)

Over the past few weeks, many of our athletes have been competing at State Championship events and achieving outstanding results.  

• Eliza Lawton (Year 9) delivered an impressive performance, placing ninth in the NSW Open 3000m Championships at ES Marks Field.  

• Several students represented their club at the Athletics NSW Relay Championships at Blacktown International Sports Park. A number of girls came away with medals in their teams, but the U20 4x800m team, which was made up entirely of Pymble athletes, ran away to claim the gold. Congratulations to Aniela Knight (Year 10), Isabel Shorter (Year 10), Rachel Schwulst (Year 11) and Charlie Slater (Year 8).  

Congratulations to all girls on their achievements, hard work, and sportsmanship. We look forward to an exciting finish to the year and wish our National Schools Challenge teams the very best for their final preparation.  

Basketball

Rachel Maenpaa, Head Coach of Basketball 

Team of the Week Match Report 

Last weekend, the Year 5 A basketball team faced Barker College for round 6 of IPSHA Basketball. Despite the tough opposition, Pymble 5 fought incredibly hard and showed outstanding resilience.  

Mikayla Kiang (Year 5) was composed under pressure, keeping the team organised with her steady dribbling down the court. Crystal Li (Year 5) had some strong rebounding and excellent scoring. Isabelle Lawry (Year 5) brought energy and excitement to the game by knocking down an inspiring long-range shot outside the key. 

On the defensive end, Rose Bayliss (Year 5) and Jing Huang (Year 5) were especially impressive slowing down the Barker team’s offense. Kate Li (Year 5), Grace Edwards (Year 5), and Lila Ricketts (Year 5) all played crucial roles sprinting back each time to defend our basket. 

In the end, Pymble 5 fell short by 14 points, but the margin did not reflect our fighting spirit. Well done, girls, for your effort, teamwork, and fantastic attitude against a very strong Barker side. 

Team A	Team B	Result
Pymble 1	Barker 1	22 to 44 Loss
Pymble 2	Barker 2	26 to 8 Loss
Pymble 3	Tara 3	76 to 14 Win
Pymble 4	Abbotsleigh 6	10 to 22 Loss
Pymble 5	Ravenswood 4	14 to 28 Loss
Pymble 6	St Catherine’s 4	37 to 17 Win
Pymble 7	Abbotsleigh 10	14 to 11 Win
Pymble 8	Barker 8	8 to 42 Loss
Pymble 9	Ascham 8	5 to 40 Loss
Pymble 10	Ascham 10	21 to 4 Win
Pymble 11	SCEGGS 8	2 to 28 Loss
Pymble 12	Ravenswood 12	22 to 0 Win
Pymble 13	Meriden 15	14 to 8 Win

Dance

Miss Katrina Cluff 

2025 Dance Showcase 

Congratulations to all staff and students who were involved in the 2025 Dance showcase, ‘The Beat of Time’. The event included seven showcases providing an opportunity for our vibrant Dance community to come together and celebrate all things Dance. Please see the incredible program collated by the College Community Engagement team here. 

We look forward to sharing photos in the coming weeks.  

Please see below our award recipients for Performance Stream 2025 who were acknowledged at our ppening night showcase: 

Eisteddfod Group Awards 

Most Outstanding  

Junior Lyrical: Loriah Zhang (Year 6)  
Junior Jazz (Year 3 and 4): Sophie (Lok Sum) Woo (Year 4) 

Junior Jazz (Year 5 and 6): Angela Lu (Year 5) 

Contemporary White: Teagan Ning (Year 11) 

Contemporary Scarlet: Peaches Zhang (Year 7) 

Contemporary Navy: Ava Doake (Year 7) 

Jazz White: Emily Mah (Year 11) 

Jazz Scarlet: Reese Zhang (Year 9) 

Jazz Navy: Ava Jamieson (Year 8) 

Hip Hop Crew: Natalie Yang – Year 11) 

Most Improved 

Junior Lyrical: Virginia Tian (Year 5) 

Junior Jazz (Year 3 and 4): Charlotte Wang (Year 4) 

Junior Jazz (Year 5 and 6): Janulya Nandagopan (Year 6) 

Contemporary White: Sophia Chang (Year 12) 

Contemporary Scarlet: Sarah Wong (Year 9) 

Contemporary Navy: Izabella Prokop (Year 7) 

Jazz White: Savannah Masya (Year 9) 

Jazz Scarlet: Sophia Guo (Year 8) 

Jazz Navy: Kaela Tan (Year 10) 

Hip Hop Crew: Iris Li (Year 11) 

Dancers Dancer 

Contemporary White: Alanah Scott (Year 12) 

Contemporary Scarlet: Skye MacLeod (Year 10) 

Contemporary Navy: Jenny (Jiani) Ling (Year 10) 

Jazz White: Keira Duncan (Year 12) 

Jazz Scarlet: Annika Sethuram (Year 9) 

Jazz Navy: Millie (Ziqi) Tian (Year 7) 

Hip Hop Crew: Caitlin Kim (Year 11) 

Performance Troupe Awards 

Outstanding Effort 

Lyrical Troupe (Year 3 and 4): Isabel Gao (Year 3) 
Lyrical Troupe (Year 5 and 6): Aaisha Suresh (Year 6) 

Jazz Troupe (Year 3 and 4): Elena (Yunyi) Zhou (Year 4 ) 
Jazz Troupe (Year 5 and 6): Alana Hilton (Year 5) 

Contemporary Troupe: Audrey Lee (Year 7) 

Jazz Troupe: Sophia (Hyun Kyung) Na (Year 7) 

Major Awards 

Certificate I in Dance, Certificate II in Dance, and Certificate III in Assistant Dance Teaching with Excellence 

Certificate I in Dance: Sarah Wong (Year 9) 

Certificate II in Dance: Emily Mah (Year 10) 

Certificate III in Assistant Dance Teaching: Hayley (Hai Ying) Cheung (Year 11) 

Magic Moment 

Keira Duncan (Year 12) 

Outstanding Participation 

Alexandra Stansall (Year 12) 

Evie Gibson (Year 12) 

Isabelle Johnston (Year 12) 

Emily Rothery (Year 12) * Highest Record 

Raise the Bar  

Isabelle Johnston (Year 12) 

Performer of the Year  

Junior Jazz: Grace (Wanxin) Wang (Year 6) 

Junior Lyrical: Harriet (Hai Ting) Cheung (Year 6) 

Secondary Contemporary: Felicity Sheh (Year 12) 

Secondary Jazz: Hayley (Hai Ying) Cheung (Year 11) 

Secondary Hip Hop: Caitlin Kim (Year 11) 

Artistry in Dance 

Alanah Scott (Year 12) 

Music

Mrs Sarah Turner, Head of Co-curricular Music

Week 6 Congratulations 

Candice Zhang (Year 4) – High Distinction – AMEB Clarinet Comprehensive Grade 2 Exam  

Jessamy Facer (Year 8) has been selected into the Children’s Chorus for Opera Australia’s performance in 2026 of Turandot. This is a wonderful accolade and her third opera involvement. 

Ashleigh Yip (Year 7) – Honours, for Grade 8 Piano Comprehensive AMEB. 

Last Rehearsals for The Year 

Week 6 – Last rehearsals for the following groups: 

• Year 3 String Orchestra 

• Year 4 Training Band 

• Stanhope Concert Band 

• Senior String Orchestra 

• Symphony Orchestra 

Please note that all other ensembles will continue until Carols and the various Speech Day performances. Rehearsals for Speech Days will be communicated via the Pymble app and through the girls – please make sure instruments are at school for these rehearsals to work. 

Registrations for 2026 

If your daughter is in a band, choir, or string group for 2025 and will be continuing into 2026, please remember to re-register her for 2026. Registrations opened at 12.00pm on Wednesday 19 November and will close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 7 January and can be completed via the online registration system, found on the Music at Pymble pages. Please make sure your daughter is registered for her Music group/s for 2026 prior to the closing date so that we can cater for numbers. 

Dates for your Diaries 

Sunday 30 November – College Carols. Join us for a sing along and some performances in the Chapel, and a special visit from Santa between 6.00pm and 6.30pm. Please bring a BYO picnic, or order a BBQ dinner from the Music Support Group. Tickets can be purchased using the QR code on the poster below. Please note that soundchecks will commence from 2.00pm and this will be sent to groups separately. Musical entertainment will commence at 5.15pm 

Tuesday 2 December – Junior School Speech Day (Junior School Choir, Capella Chamber Choir, Grainger Concert Band and Hindson Chamber Strings)  

Wednesday 3 December – Secondary School Speech Day (Pymble Chorale, School Choir and Symphonic Wind Ensemble).  

Thursday 4 December – Pymble Chorale to perform with The Idea of North at the Concourse in Chatswood. Please check emails from Mr Schweinberger for details. 

Language Arts

Mrs Bronwyn Hubbard  

Showcase Celebration! 

Language Arts Showcase 2025 was held last night. Thanks to all who attended. It was a delight to celebrate our girls’ impressive achievements. 

Celebrating our Speakers! State and National finalists 

Arabella Hoang (Year 8) and Imogen Kee (Year 10) progressed to the state finals of the UN Voice, held at NSW Parliament House this week. To reach state finals is a most impressive achievement. Further, Imogen placed first in the Senior division and progresses to National finals in April next year. 

Bravo girls! 

2027 Language Arts International Tour  

Expressions of interest to THIMUN, The Hague are open. This enriching, international Language Arts MUN excursion will run again in January 2027 and will be open to girls in Years 9 to 12 in 2027. 

Information will be emailed to Language Arts families in the coming weeks.  

DEBATING 

IDC – International Debating Championships Breaking teams! 

Congratulations to teams 1, 2, 3 and 13 who are through to the first of the finals rounds this Friday. 

To all other teams and coaches – thank you for your participation in IDC this year and we look forward to seeing you again in 2026. 

Revised timings have been sent for this week’s Octos (for team 13) and Quarter-finals (Primary teams) 

Please note that motions will be released in real time at the beginning of each debate.  

2026 Debating Team Auditions 

Language Arts Debating make up auditions are well underway. Auditions are open to all students currently in Years 6 to 11.  

Auditions are held after school from 3.30pm. Students must bring pen/pencil and paper to the audition and are required to arrange their own transport home. Online auditions can be arranged for new students to the College for 2026 who are not able to attend a face-to-face audition at the College. 

Upcoming Audition Dates 

• Monday 24 November – Catch up auditions – This will be the final date to audition 

Please use the form in the MyPymble app notices to register for an audition. Reminders will continue to be sent throughout the term. Please email Mrs Hubbard at bhubbard@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au for any questions regarding Language Arts or the auditions. Please email ccsa@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au for any general enquiries or for changes to your submitted form.   

Touch Football

Shellie Rocca, Co-ordinator of Touch Football 

Round 5 igsa 

We’ve reached Round 5 of the igsa Touch Football season, and there’s lots to celebrate as we pass over halfway of the competition. Enthusiasm, determination and skill are on display every week and the results speak for themselves. 

 
A huge congratulations to our teams. Seven out of 11 are now sitting within the top four on their ladders! Your teamwork, resilience and sportsmanship are making us all proud. 

A special shout-out goes to Pymble 9, who have been awarded Team of the Week for their incredible efforts and exemplary display at both training and during matches. Their commitment and positive attitude on and off the field sets a fantastic example for us all. 

 
With final rounds drawing closer, every game is an opportunity. Let’s keep the momentum going, support one another, and strive for continuous improvement in training and on match day. 

Best of luck to all teams for Round 6 let’s aim for even greater achievements! 

Team A	Team B	Result	Current Standing
Pymble 1	Frensham 1	3 to 4 Loss	6th
Pymble 2	Frensham 2	5 to 5 Draw	2nd
Pymble 3	MLC 2	2 to 0 Win	1st
Pymble 4	Loreto Normanhurst 6	2 to 4 Loss	2nd
Pymble 5	Frensham 5	9 to 1 Win	2nd
Pymble 6	Ravenswood 7	9 to 2 Win	2nd
Pymble 7	Wenona 9	2 to 3 Loss	3rd
Pymble 8	Frensham 7	2 to 6 Loss	7th
Pymble 9	Loreto Normanhurst 18	3 to 5 Loss	5th
Pymble 10	Ravenswood 13	2 to 3 Loss	7th
Pymble 11	St Catherine’s 9	9 to 2 Win	1st

Please see below player of the match for Round 5: 

Pymble 1 – Elke Payne (Year 11) 

Pymble 2 – Emily Croker (Year 11) 

Pymble 3 – Raeya Bhat (Year 10) 

Pymble 4 – Leila Rich (Year 10) 

Pymble 5 – Isabella Roach (Year 10) 

Pymble 6 – Delaney Buke (Year 11) 

Pymble 7 – Adele Cassidy (Year 8) 

Pymble 8 – Isabel Parker (Year 8) 

Pymble 9 – Orla Cottrell (Year 8) 

Pymble 10 – Jacinta Ngo (Year 9) 

Pymble 11 – Maggie Brown (Year 7) 

Swimming

Jaimi Arthur-Newman, Co-ordinator of Swimming 

Congratulations to Coach Raf and Declan Budd 

A huge congratulations to Coach Raf for his outstanding coaching and leadership, which has played a key role in guiding Declan to being awarded the Flipper Athlete of the Year – Paralympic Program.  

This achievement wouldn’t be possible without the support of the College, the Pymble Swimming program, his amazing teammates, and the whole coaching team who have guided him throughout the year.  

Pymble Carnival Preparation Session 

On Friday 14 November, we held our Pymble carnival preparation session in the lead-up to the 2026 Junior School Swimming Carnival. The afternoon was a great success, with over 40 Pymble girls attending—from our Learn to Swim Tiger Sharks through to our Mini, Star and Cadet squad swimmers. 

Each squad spent over an hour working on key race-specific skills such as dives and tumble turns, guided by our experienced and passionate coaching team. 

• Tiger Sharks worked with Coach Sara on building confidence with diving. 

• Mini Squad swimmers refined their dive technique with Coach Jarrod and Coach Nicola. 

• Cadet and Star squads had the opportunity to work with Head Coach Leanne, with Coach Rohan assisting, focusing on improving turn speed and overall efficiency. 

The girls were fully engaged from start to finish and took away plenty of valuable race skills. We wrapped up the session with an all-in relay, giving everyone a chance to put their newly sharpened skills into action. 

A massive thank you to Coach Sara for her time and effort in putting this clinic together. We also extend our thanks to Head Coach Leanne and Coaches Jarrod, Rohan and Nicola for their guidance and support on the day. 

Volleyball

Chris Wood, Co-ordinator of Volleyball 

Week 5 

Round 5 of the 2025 Santa Sabina Invitational Volleyball Competition saw our Pymble teams taking to the courts for another round of exciting matches. Across the board, our players once again demonstrated skill, resilience, and teamwork, and the results reflect their ongoing commitment. 

Pymble 1 faced off against St. Scholastica 2 and battled through a closely contested match, finishing with a 1 to 1 draw. The girls showed excellent determination, adapting well throughout both sets and finishing strongly in the final set. 

Our Senior Seconds, Pymble 2, were scheduled to play Abbotsleigh 1, but received a forfeit win (3 to 0), adding another victory to their record. Though disappointed not to play, the team remained focused and made the most of their additional training time. 

Pymble 3 took on Monte 3 and found themselves in a tight contest that went to three sets. Despite a narrow 1 to 2 loss, the team displayed admirable effort, with plenty of positives to take forward as they continue to develop and gel as a squad. 

Pymble 4 returned to the winners’ list again this round with a hard-fought 2 to 1 victory over St. Vincent’s 3. After a close opening set, the girls maintained their composure and edged out their opponents, highlighting the progress they’re making each week. 

Pymble 5, our Year 8 Division 1 team, put in a commanding display against Santa Sabina 6, earning a 3 to 0 win. Their teamwork and energy were evident throughout, with a particularly impressive serving game helping to set them apart. 

Pymble 6 went head-to-head with Danebank 7 and came away with a 2 to 1 win. The match saw momentum shift several times, but our players dug deep in the crucial moments, showcasing their dedication and ability to rally together under pressure. 

Our Year 7s, Pymble 7, rounded off the weekend with a comprehensive 3 to 0 win over Loreto Kirribilli 5. The girls maintained focus from the first whistle and executed their game plan superbly, demonstrating growth and confidence as a team. 

A huge congratulations to all teams for their efforts this round. It’s great to see continued improvement and enthusiasm across every squad, and we look forward to more exciting matches next week. Thank you to our coaches, supporters, and, most importantly, our players for their hard work and sportsmanship. 

Team A	Team B	Result
Pymble 1	St Scholasticas 2	1 to 1 Draw
Pymble 2	Forfeit Win
Pymble 3	Monte 3	1 to 2 Loss
Pymble 4	St Vincent’s 3	2 to 1 Win
Pymble 5	Santa Sabina 6	3 to 0 Win
Pymble 6	Danebank 7	2 to 1 Win
Pymble 7	Loreto Kirribilli 5	3 to 0 Win

Week 5 MVPs 

Pymble 1 – Phoebe Murchison (Year 10) and Alannah Tang (Year 10) 

Pymble 3 – Kyraa Vig (Year 10) 

Pymble 4 – Rebecca Mak (Year 9) 

Pymble 5 – Alexa Jong (Year 7) 

Pymble 6 – Tangia Sun (Year 8) 

Pymble 7 – Lamees Chaudhry (Year 7) 

Senior First Match Report by Volleyball Captain, Olivia Ayton (Year 11) 

This week, we faced our most formidable opponent of the competition, St Scholastica’s college. Both teams displayed a competitive resolve from the beginning, with each point being fiercely contested with blocks, spikes, and defensive coverage. We secured the first set with a 25 to 19 victory, though our opponents were undeterred. They gained momentum in the second set, scoring several serving aces and ultimately claimed a 25 to 16 win. With either team able to emerge victorious, the match intensified in the third set, resulting in many extended rallies and riveting plays that showcased the tenacity of both teams. The third set concluded with a score of 9 to 7 our way, resulting in a draw. Despite the moments of adversity during the match, everyone in Pymble 1 played with resilience and spirit. A special mention to Sherise Tam (Year 8), who played up from our Year 8 Division 1 team because of our reduced numbers. Sherise should be commended for her strong defensive presence and the confidence in which accepted the challenge. Her backcourt coverage bolstered the team’s defence, and the whole team truly appreciates her contribution. Building from this performance, we will further improve our on-court execution and team strategy to return even stronger in our next match against St Scholastica’s. 

Robotics

Cristhina Boni Lavratti, Robotics Manager 

FTC Wollongong Qualifier – Friday 14 November 

On Friday, Pymble took six teams to the FTC Wollongong Qualifier. Five of these teams were experiencing FTC for the first time, and three were made up of Year 7 and 8 students. Throughout the day, our students demonstrated the Pymble values of respect, integrity, and a genuine joy for learning.  

Teams brought fresh ideas and creative engineering to the competition, with several teams thinking well outside the traditional FTC robot design. Most robots were simple, featuring one or two subsystems, yet they stood out for their thoughtful construction and clever game strategy. It was also fantastic to see students engaging with other teams, sharing insights and comparing approaches. 

Strategy proved essential, as teams were paired with different partners every match and needed to plan quickly and thoughtfully. This year’s game involves shooting balls into high goals, which meant plenty of fast-paced action, with balls flying across—and occasionally out of—the field. Scoring consistently was a real challenge, especially under defensive pressure. 

Students walked away having learned what truly matters when competing: teamwork, focus, problem-solving, and the understanding that some lessons can only be learned on the spot. We are incredibly proud of every Pymble team for their teamwork and growth. 

Our Year 12 team, Pymble Pride, had an outstanding day, finishing the qualification rounds in first place and selecting Barker Redbacks as their playoff partners. They went on to win the tournament, highlighted by an impressive autonomous routine that scored nine balls in just 30 seconds. Pymble Pride also received the Second Place Inspire Award, the most prestigious award in FTC, and has now qualified for FTC Nationals in December at Macquarie University. 

Our Year 7 team, Team RICE, also had a fantastic performance in their very first FTC season. They ranked fourth, became Alliance Captains, made it all the way to the finals, and secured their spot at the National Championship. They also won the Sustain Award at this event. They were also the first Pymble team to fully finish their robot and built the College’s first shooter prototype this season — an incredible achievement for such a young team. Congratulations also to Team DA RAM, winners of the Think Award for their engineering documentation and innovative robot design, and Team Sharksub, winners of the Connect Award for their outstanding outreach, including supporting a rookie FTC team and connecting with schools across the region. Pymbotics built an excellent robot and created Pymble’s first-ever FTC scouting app, developed by Erika Zhao (Year 9), which was used by our teams throughout the event. Pymble Lion Cubs ranked fifth, joined Alliance 2, and reached the semifinals, narrowly losing by just four points in a very close match. 

We are proud of all teams for their dedication and impressive learning journey this season. 

FTC Sydney South Qualifier — Sunday 16 November 

On Sunday, Pymble competed at the FTC Sydney South Qualifier, which brought together 15 NSW teams and one team from Melbourne. Pymble was represented by two strong teams: Pymble Pride and Pymble Bees. 

Our students put in countless hours leading up to the event: building, coding, driving, testing and refining. They planned their build season with purpose and adapted when unexpected issues arose. They worked as a team, supporting one another every step of the way, and they arrived ready. 

With Pymble Pride already qualified for Nationals, the pressure was lower, yet they still delivered exceptional performance, winning every match of the day. Pymble Bees delivered one of the most impressive technical performances of the entire event. Their robot could shoot from almost anywhere on the field, consistently ran a six-artifact autonomous, and had some of the fastest cycles of the competition. Their experience in robotics competitions served them well, and they picked up new FTC-specific skills throughout the day. 

Pymble Pride once again became Alliance Captain of the first seed alliance and invited Pymble Bees to join them. Their autonomous routine shot 15 balls and scored 12—an outstanding achievement—followed by strong driving skills. The final match of the day looked like it might bring high drama when Pymble Pride’s driver controller unexpectedly shut down mid-match. Pymble Bees continued playing solo, winning the match convincingly. The students remained calm, focused, and confident, showing exactly the qualities we strive to encourage in all our teams. Pymble Alliance were crowned Sydney South Qualifier champions. 

Pymble Pride was also awarded the Control Award, the most prestigious coding award of the event, recognising innovative programming, intelligent sensing, and effective autonomous strategy, led by Katherine Lee (Year 12). 

We also extend our gratitude to all volunteers who made the event possible. If you are interested in volunteering at any future robotics competitions, we would love your support. Every volunteer helps ensure more opportunities for students to explore, grow, and thrive through robotics. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to get involved. 

This was an extraordinary weekend for Pymble Robotics. Every team represented the College with pride, determination, and sportsmanship. We now look forward to the Sydney North Qualifier, a two-day event featuring 28 teams. 

Congratulations to all our students — you’ve made Pymble proud! 

FTC Wollongong Qualifier Photos 

FTC Sydney South Qualifier Photos 

Homework Help

Drone Academy – Prepare for Take-Off!

Prepare for Take-Off!

Take your best shot in the Drone Arena and test your time in Drone Obstacle Course. 

If you have ever thought of trying Drone this is your chance!

Date – Thursday 27 November 2025

Time – 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Location – Gloucester Lawn

All Students Parents (Y1-11) Welcome 

Click here to register.

Volunteer at Sony Camp 2025

Danielle Hemsworth-Smith, Chaplain

As many of you know, each year Pymble, in partnership with Shore School, hosts Sony Camp in early December. Sony Camp provides children with a disability the chance to experience the joy and independence of a camp environment, while giving their families valuable respite just before Christmas.

Our campers are cared for by Year 11 students from Pymble and Shore, supported by dedicated staff and a generous team of volunteers. It is a significant undertaking and a remarkable opportunity for growth, compassion and service for everyone involved.

In 2025, Sony Camp will be hosted at Pymble and will run over four days and three nights, from Sunday 7 December to Wednesday 10 December.

We are reaching out to our wonderful Pymble community to invite you to volunteer a few hours of your time to support this special program.

We are particularly seeking adult volunteers to assist during the afternoons and evenings of Sunday 7, Monday 8 and Tuesday 9 December. Volunteers must be over 18 and hold a valid Working with Children Check. Volunteer WWCCs are free and can be obtained via Service NSW.

To volunteer, please click here.

Thank you once again for your ongoing support, generosity and care for our Sony campers and their families.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Mariel Lombard or me.

CENTRESTAGE 2025 – All the World’s a Stage

We are excited to invite you to Co-curricular Drama’s 2025 Showcase: All the World’s and Stage. Tickets are now available to reserve here.

Admission is free, but please reserve your seats so we can ensure we have enough space for everyone.

Inspired by Shakespeare’s timeless words, this year’s theme invites us to look beyond borders and draw from legends, folktales, lived experiences, celebrations, and universal truths from cultures across the globe. From cautionary tales such as The Boy Who Cried Wolf, to Chinese fables, beliefs like “karma,” and original pieces inspired by place, people, and tradition, each performance captures the richness and diversity of our world, and the power of storytelling to bridge divides. These dynamic and original works represent the culmination of our students’ creativity, collaboration, and dedication to their Co-curricular Drama studies throughout the year. We are thrilled to present their performances across three showcase evenings, celebrating the talents of students from Years 3 to 12.

Dates:

Term 4, Week 7 – Showcase week 

(Co-curricular Drama classes will be suspended for performance rehearsals.)

Monday 24 November – Film Showcase

Tuesday 25 November – Junior Dress Rehearsal

3:30pm – 5:30pm

GMCPA

Wednesday 26 November – Junior Showcase

3:30pm – 7:00pm

GMCPA

Thursday 27 November – Senior Dress rehearsal 3:30pm – 5:30pm GMCPA

Friday 28 November – Senior Showcase 3:30pm – 7:00pm GMCPA

Jacaranda Day Christmas Giving Appeal

Help us to make our collection this year the BIGGEST EVER!!

Please give to our annual Jacaranda Day Christmas Giving Appeal for the Rev. Bill Crews Foundation through the donation of non-perishable food items, personal care essentials and gifts.

These essential and simple donations are used by the foundation for those most in need. The difference that these small gifts make those receiving them cannot be over-emphasized.

AND JUST IMAGINE

If every Pymble student and every member of staff, gives just ONE item, imagine the possibility!

If we all gave FIVE items it would be ENORMOUS! These small gifts from each of us together could change the world for the better.

Donations can be drop off any time from now until Friday 28th December 2025, and collection points can be found at Hedgehog House and the Middle, Upper and Senior School Office.

• Middle School Office
• Upper School Office
• Senior School Office
• Hedgehog House

Donating gifts is simple way that we, as the Pymble community, can bring hope, love, peace and joy at Christmas to people we will never meet, but really matter in our community, because everyone matters. Your support can give the gift of a smile to the face of a child and family who are scared, worried and/or hungry. And who knows what this might do into the future?

It is very possible, that these simple gifts, like the gifts of the Magi or Wise people into the Holy family at the first Christmas, can change the world. So please give. And let’s make this OUR BIGGEST COLLECTION EVER !

Pymble Transport

Register now – Pymble Bus Service

A reminder to register your daughter for the Pymble bus service. Registrations are essential, as we cannot guarantee a seat without a booking. You can choose between a flexible registration, whereby you are only charged for the number of trips taken, or you can reserve a seat for your daughter for the full term.

Grey House Walk Closure – Alternative travel options

Grey House Walk remains closed during Term 4. The College will continue the following free initiatives to support students who usually walk to school from Pymble Avenue via Grey House Walk:

• Minibus Shuttle Service (Pymble Loop)
• Additional Pymble stops on our Hunters Hill Route (Bus 1)
• Morning Walking Group for Grey House Walk

More information about these services and booking links can be found on the MyPymble Student Transport page.

For further information on travelling to and from Pymble Ladies’ College, please contact College Services on (02) 9855 7447 or collegeservices@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au.

Kind regards

College Services