25 Term 2 Week 3

Hello to all the families at Stella Maris,

Welcome back to a new term! Last term was exceptionally busy, with our licensed numbers reaching capacity on many occasions. We understand this made it challenging for some families to secure casual bookings. Thank you to those who promptly mark cancellations in the app-your consideration has helped us accommodate more families on our busiest days. We kindly ask that any non-attendance be notified as early as possible so we can continue to support families needing casual bookings.

You may have noticed that a lock has been installed on the OSHC door. This measure is in place to ensure the safety of all children, as an unlocked door poses a risk of intruders entering the service. Please ask oshc staff for the code and try to memorise it for easy access to collecting your child/children

As the term progresses, we ask parents booking children into for extra-curricular sports to please complete the consent form available in the OSHC office. This allows your child to attend their activity while booked into OSHC. Additionally, if your child is attending after-school sport and you are not using OSHC that day, please use the side gate for pick-up. For the safety of all children, the OSHC room cannot be used as a thoroughfare.

During the recent school holidays, the children had a fantastic time! We enjoyed a trip to mini golf, where the children developed their coordination and ball control while having fun with friends. Our visit to Monarto Zoo was a highlight, featuring a private bus tour through the animal enclosures and the chance to see monkeys, rhinos, and the new elephant up close. We also welcomed an ambulance to our school, giving the children a valuable opportunity to learn about the important role of ambulance officers and the medical care provided in emergencies.

Hello to all the families at Stella Maris,

Welcome back to a new term! Last term was exceptionally busy, with our licensed numbers reaching capacity on many occasions. We understand this made it challenging for some families to secure casual bookings. Thank you to those who promptly mark cancellations in the app-your consideration has helped us accommodate more families on our busiest days. We kindly ask that any non-attendance be notified as early as possible so we can continue to support families needing casual bookings.

You may have noticed that a lock has been installed on the OSHC door. This measure is in place to ensure the safety of all children, as an unlocked door poses a risk of intruders entering the service. Please ask oshc staff for the code and try to memorise it for easy access to collecting your child/children

As the term progresses, we ask parents booking children into for extra-curricular sports to please complete the consent form available in the OSHC office. This allows your child to attend their activity while booked into OSHC. Additionally, if your child is attending after-school sport and you are not using OSHC that day, please use the side gate for pick-up. For the safety of all children, the OSHC room cannot be used as a thoroughfare.

During the recent school holidays, the children had a fantastic time! We enjoyed a trip to mini golf, where the children developed their coordination and ball control while having fun with friends. Our visit to Monarto Zoo was a highlight, featuring a private bus tour through the animal enclosures and the chance to see monkeys, rhinos, and the new elephant up close. We also welcomed an ambulance to our school, giving the children a valuable opportunity to learn about the important role of ambulance officers and the medical care provided in emergencies.

On-site, the children engaged in exciting activities, including LEGO build challenges with the Young Engineers incursion, and explored everything Easter through art, craft, roleplay, and sharing real-life experiences. The holidays were busy and filled with fun for everyone!

Looking ahead to this term, we’re excited to introduce a mechanical workshop led by Ben. Children will have hands-on opportunities to dismantle and reassemble car engine parts such as distributors, alternators, and starter motors, building their confidence with tools and learning about different components of car engines. This workshop will run on Wednesdays and may be offered on other days depending on interest.

We are also expanding our science table, adding more resources for children to explore, investigate, and discover STEM-based learning.

We look forward to another engaging and enjoyable term with you all!

From your friendly OSHC staff Linda, Benjamin and Harrison'

Did you know that if you purchase school shoes from Athlete's Foot at Marion, a portion of you spend comes back to Stella Maris?

This week, James was presented with a cheque for $160.00 after approximately 30 pairs of shoes were purchased. A valuable contribution for our school community.