Prep

Ash Wednesday Liturgy

Last Wednesday, the Prep 5‑Day and 3‑Day students visited the Del Monte Chapel for the first time to participate in the Ash Wednesday Liturgy. The students demonstrated a beautiful sense of reverence as they prayed, sang and joined in the actions to one of our special songs, Gather Together, before receiving the Sign of the Cross with ashes on their foreheads. The Prep teachers were incredibly proud of the respectful and thoughtful manner in which all students engaged in this important liturgical celebration.

The power of play in Prep

Over the past few weeks, the students have been engaging in a range of developmental play experiences, each designed with a specific learning focus, such as hand-eye coordination, fine‑motor skill development, and early problem‑solving and reasoning skills. Developmental play is so much more than ‘just play’ in Prep. During these moments, the students are learning to cooperate, communicate, share, solve problems and explore their world with curiosity and confidence. Play is where so much meaningful learning begins.

Rebecca Saba and Monique Evans
Prep Teachers