Term 1 has been an exciting and active time in Physical Education across all year levels! 

Class 8 and 10 students embraced the outdoors with a kayaking unit, led by one of our experienced camp leaders, Pete Ashby. Sessions took place at a variety of scenic venues, giving students the chance to build their paddling skills and water confidence in real-world settings. Over the term, it was fantastic to see students grow in confidence and capability on the water, learning to navigate, paddle effectively, and support one another in challenging environments. 

It has also been a real joy to have the Class 10 exchange students joining in Physical Education this term. Their enthusiasm, energy, and willingness to try new activities brought a great sense of fun and cultural richness to our sessions, and they’ve been a wonderful addition to the group. 

Class 9 focused on volleyball this term, with a strong emphasis on both skill development and gameplay. Students worked hard to refine their serving, passing, and spiking techniques, and applied these in competitive and cooperative game settings. The improvement in teamwork and overall skill level across the group was impressive. 

Meanwhile, Class 7 students spent Term 1 preparing for their upcoming camp. Their program focused on building water skills through swimming and sailing, as well as developing team spirit through group activities and bonding sessions. These experiences helped students get to know each other better and laid a strong foundation for the adventures to come. 

It’s been a fantastic start to the year, with students across all classes rising to new challenges and supporting one another in active, engaging learning experiences 

Siobhan Jones  

Physical Education Coordinator