Stories and highlights
There's always something to celebrate at our school! From exciting events to proud moments and everyday wins, here are some of our highlights.
A year at our school
Playing with Pride, Teamwork and Spirit!
Playing with Pride, Teamwork and Spirit!
Our school travelled to Dubbo to compete in the PSSA Small School Knockout for netball and soccer against Geurie Public School. It was a fantastic day of sportsmanship and team spirit, with our teams playing hard and representing our school proudly. Congratulations to our soccer team for securing a win! Well done to all our students who participated and thank you to Geurie Public School for a great competition.
Cracking Curiosity: From Blowing Emu Eggs to Tasting the Tradition
Cracking Curiosity: From Blowing Emu Eggs to Tasting the Tradition
Our students were fascinated as Mr Gray demonstrated how emu eggs are carefully blown out before sampling scrambled emu eggs during their Wiradjuri lessons with Uncle Rod.
Rumour has it that emu eggs are also the secret ingredient in some of the best sponge cakes around!
Creative Minds. Amazing Entries
Creative Minds. Amazing Entries
We are very proud of all our students and their hard work creating entries for the craft section of the Dubbo Show. Some students had a win, receiving Highly Commended awards and a First place in various sections. We think all their efforts were fantastic—congratulations to every student for showcasing their creativity, dedication, and school spirit.
We went to the Dubbo Show
We went to the Dubbo Show
Our school had a fantastic time at the Dubbo Show! Students enjoyed the event and proudly entered their creative works in the craft section. It was a wonderful opportunity to showcase their talents and be part of the community celebration of country life.
Deadly Science Program Visit
Deadly Science Program Visit
Deadly Science recently visited our school and delivered an engaging Deadly STEM in School Bush Soap Session. It was an exciting opportunity for our students to explore STEM concepts through Indigenous perspectives and hands-on activities.
Doing our Best at Cross Country
Doing our Best at Cross Country
Our students recently took part in the District Cross Country event. They ran really well and showed great effort and teamwork. We are proud of all the students who gave their best. Congratulations to everyone who participated!
Celebrating our Mums and Special People – Happy Mother’s Day!
Celebrating our Mums and Special People – Happy Mother’s Day!
We recently celebrated Mother’s Day with our ‘Muffins with Mum’ morning. It was a wonderful opportunity to recognise and thank the mums and special people in our school community for all that they do to support, encourage, and care for our students.
Commemorating Anzac Day in Dubbo and at School
Commemorating Anzac Day in Dubbo and at School
Our students joined the Anzac Day march in Dubbo to honour all those who have served our country. We are proud of them for showing respect and representing our school. Last Friday, our school leaders also ran a special Anzac Day service at school. Thank you to all who joined in these important events.
Creative Hats Shine at School Easter Social
Creative Hats Shine at School Easter Social
What a fantastic night! Our students showed off their creative hats, made in class, at our school Easter social. It was wonderful to see so many families and students come together to celebrate, connect, and enjoy the festivities. Thank you to everyone who joined in and made the evening so memorable much fun!
Western Plains Science and Engineering Challenge Experience
Western Plains Science and Engineering Challenge Experience
Our students recently enjoyed a fantastic day out participating in the Western Plains Science and Engineering Challenge in Dubbo, where they took part in a range of engaging challenges showcasing applications of science and engineering principles competing against other local schools.. These activities provided valuable opportunities for students to work collaboratively, applying their knowledge and problem-solving skills to tackle practical tasks. The Science and Engineering Challenge is a nationwide STEM outreach program hosted by the University of Newcastle in partnership with West Dubbo Rotary.
Introducing Our 2026 School Leaders
Introducing Our 2026 School Leaders
We are proud to introduce our student leaders for 2026! These students have been selected to represent and guide our school community throughout the year. We look forward to their contributions, leadership, and commitment to making our school a positive and inspiring place for everyone.
National Ride to School Day
National Ride to School Day
Our school joined in National Ride to School Day, encouraging students to ride, scoot, or walk to school. It was a fun and active way to promote healthy habits, reduce traffic, and enjoy the fresh air. Well done to everyone who participated!
Small Schools SRC Connection
Small Schools SRC Connection
Our Year 6 Student Representative Council (SRC) leaders were invited to attend the Small Schools SRC Leadership Day alongside SRC leaders from Geurie, Eumungerie and Tooraweenah Public Schools at Wambangalang Environmental Education Centre.
This excursion provided an opportunity for students to connect with other SRC members across our Small Schools Network while developing their leadership, teamwork and confidence. Thank you to Isaiah for capturing the photos from the day.
Play, Laugh, Learn
Play, Laugh, Learn
At our school, learning extends far beyond the classroom. During recess and lunch breaks, students enjoy soccer, handball, table tennis, playground adventures, mud kitchen, and construction play, making new friends and staying active. Every game, laugh, and moment of play is full of imagination, energy, teamwork, and fun, showing that play is just as important as learning.
Learning Language, Sharing Culture
Learning Language, Sharing Culture
Each week, the students participate in Wiradjuri language lessons led by Uncle Rod Towney. We also welcome visiting teachers who share their knowledge, culture, and learning experiences with us.
Special Visit from the Penrith Panthers
Special Visit from the Penrith Panthers
In Week 4, we were lucky to welcome some representatives from the Penrith Panthers to our school. Jack, Dale, Zac and Zac spent time speaking with students about the importance of staying healthy, including good sleep habits, staying hydrated and eating well. Students then enjoyed heading outside to throw a ball around and put their skills into practice.
A big thank you to the team for taking the time to visit our school and share such valuable messages with our students. We really appreciated the opportunity and everyone had a fantastic time.
Dubbo Wellington Small Schools Swimming Carnival
Dubbo Wellington Small Schools Swimming Carnival
Our students competed at the Small Schools Swimming Carnival, representing our school with great enthusiasm and sportsmanship. They achieved some fantastic results across a range of events and should be very proud of their efforts. Congratulations to all students who participated, with seven of our swimmers qualifying to compete at the Dubbo District Swimming Carnival.
Welcome Back to School BBQ
Welcome Back to School BBQ
Our school community had a fantastic time at the Welcome Back to School BBQ. It was wonderful to see so many families come together to connect and enjoy the evening. A big thank you to our P&C for organising and hosting such a great event to start the school year.
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