WHAT A GREAT EXCURSION

What a fantastic day PPH and PPB had on their class excursion on Tuesday. We were blessed with beautiful weather and the day ran very smoothly with our bus driver, Ken. I was so proud of all the children as their manners and behaviour was exceptional at both places. I thought I took the Year Six's and not the Pre-Primaries. It was a long day and the weather was warm, but the children were so patient and had the best time. 

We set off on the bus to Wonky Windmill Farm and PPB went to the Reptile Park first. There was so much to see at the farm and the children had an adventure finding all the animals. The children were able to feed the animals with a bag of carrots. Michelle, Lynn and Carmen let the children bottle feed the baby lambs and hold the guinea pigs. 

The children spent a lot of time with the bull and ponies. Those ponies were very hungry and kept galloping after the children. One greedy sheep kept coming back for more. Lucky we had Mr Roberts as he knew all about the different breeds of sheep. 

Jaz and Zander learnt that the emu was a bit snappy. I think the emu loved fingers more than the carrots. 

After seeing the Alpacas, llamas, chickens, pigs, ducks and kangaroos, It was time to have a lunch picnic and play with PPB. 

Next it was PPH's time for the Reptile Park. The place was so interesting and the children were very excited to visit all the glass aquariums full of different reptiles. It was great learning about all the facts especially which reptiles were poisonous and which ones were not. 

Then it was time to touch and hold some slippery and scaly reptiles. DID SOMEONE SAY SNAKE! At this stage we lost a Mum out the door, however, I still had 26 children lining up for a hold of a python and Pixie the very long snake. We even got to observe a snake at feeding time. 

Both places were amazing but the census is in. PPH's favourite animals for the day were the baby lambs, guinea pigs and OF COURSE the snakes. WAIT! I forgot the bus trip. I think the children will be talking about going on the bus together for days. 

Thank you so much to PPB and all the wonderful parent helpers for sharing this experience with us. Thank you so much to the  Mums and Dads,we couldn't do it without you. 

PPH are in the process of finishing a class book with photos and our favourite parts of the excursion to share to everyone about what a great day we had.  

PHOTOS ARE COMING SOON... 

Miss Horrocks, Mrs Peacock and Mrs Jackson. 

EXCURSION

 

Would you like to learn the difference between an llama and an alpaca, and meet friendly farm animals?


Dear Parents,

Just a reminder that our class excursion is this Tuesday the 22nd of September.  Please have the money and signed form in by Monday if haven't already.  

What your child needs for the day:
- Packed lunch and recess ( small treat and a piece of fruit)
- Water bottle filled up
- Full sports uniform with sand shoes
- Spare jacket or rain jacket as it can get a bit chilly out on the farm.  

So far I have Mrs Paterson, Mrs Sidebotham, Mr Roberts and Mrs York coming to help on the day. I will let you know on Monday if there are any more parents who are needed. Unfortunately, there is limited spaces on the bus for parents, so it would be greatly appreciated if the parents could drive. Be ready to help assist in taking a small group of children to explore the farm, the reptile park and help during eating/break times.  


Wonky Windmill Farm & Eco Park is located at 218 Yelverton Nth Rd in the heart of the Margaret River wine region.

1. www.wonkywindmillfarm.com.au/

Reptile Park: 10 Wildwood Rd, Carbunup River, WA, 6280


Should be a great day as a class exploring a local farm and some interesting animals at the reptile park. We also get to stop for lunch with our PPB friends. 

Let me know if there are any more questions or concerns. 

Miss Horrocks. 

Class reminders

Hello Parents!

Only two weeks to go and still so much happening at OLC.

A few changes to some school events coming up...

Mission Markets will be now held on the last Friday of school. All donations of lollies/toys for the lucky dip store can be brought in before the 25th of September.  This is also footy free dress day.
Children can come dressed in their favourite footy colours with a gold coin donation. ( EAGLES ONLY HAHA!) 

Friday the 25th, is also PPH'S cake store to raise money for the classroom. Don't forget to bring in a yummy cake to sell. Please see the class reps for more information.

Sports Carnival:
The Pre-Primary events will begin at 9am. The children will be participating in a running race and team games with PPB. If  they haven't already purchased a school faction shirt they can wear their regular sports uniform with a faction colour shirt from home.

Class Excursion: Permission slips and money need to be returned to school before Tuesday the 22nd of September.


Thank you for your on-going support, time and effort during this busy term. Greatly appreciated.
Miss horrocks.

Straight to HOLLYWOOD!!

I was extremely proud of the children during our class Assembly on Friday. I want to thank all the parents for your help with the AMAZING! Costumes. They all looked just like their special animal and this helped with their confidence up on stage. We have loved learning about all the different types of animals and the children portrayed them beautifully through a song, story and a dance. A lot of learning happens in the classroom, but when you see young children get up on a stage in front of an audience and remember words, actions and sing... this kind of learning is very special to see. 

Well done PPH! Straight to Hollywood I think. 

Also well done to Jordy Sidebotham and Holly Kerr for receiving their merit certificates. Terrific work! 

Scroll down for some photos of your clever children...

Presenting the animals of PPH... 

Some a big and some are small

Some are short and some are tall 

Some have fur, stripes or spots

I cannot count, there is lots. 

Did any parents capture any more photos on Friday? I Would love to see some more. Please send them to my email if possible.

horrocks.katie@cathednet.wa.edu.au

Miss Horrocks 

Photo day

DON'T forget school photos on Thursday.

Please bring your form in prior to this day.

Make sure your little darlings look neat and tidy!!!!! Please have them wear their 'whitest' pair of shoes and all must have their ruby jumper on this day.


Thank you,

Miss Horrocks.

BOOK WEEK DAY

      Our PPH family

Play time with our PPB friends

 

Thank you Mrs Meyer for our wonderful morning and all your hard work organising Book Week.

 

 

 

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TO ALL THE WONDERFUL DAD'S ON SUNDAY.

IT WAS GREAT TO SEE MANY DADS AT THE BREAKFAST ON FRIDAY.

Week 6 merit certificates

The merit award recipients for this week were; Ellie Richardson, Avalon Patterson and Matilda Verhoeff. Well done to these Pre- Primaries who worked hard this week to make PPH a safe and happy place to learn. 

Happy Birthday to our classroom birthday twins; Rhavi Howard and Grace Bateman. Can't believe  they're 6.