At St Peter Chanel School, Under Eights Week also brings a celebration of community.
Across the week, students enjoyed a teddy bears’ picnic, a Parents and Friends organised BBQ, and a range of creative and active play experiences that brought learning to life.
“Under Eights Week is a special time at St Peter Chanel as it celebrates the early years of childhood and reminds us just how important the first eight years of learning really are,” Principal Bec O’Connor said.
The highlight of the celebrations was a visit from local emergency services, with a fire engine, ambulance and police bringing real‑world learning to life for students.
“Their involvement adds excitement for children while helping build positive, familiar connections with the people who support and care for our community every day.”
Another special part of the week was the involvement of their buddy students, who joined in activities with the younger learners.
“This helps our younger children feel supported and safe, while our older students grow in leadership, empathy and responsibility. Learning alongside one another strengthens relationships across year levels and reinforces our strong sense of community.”
The school included incoming families and local kindergarteners to support smoother transitions into the school and strengthen partnerships between the community and the school.
“We sent a school bus to pick up children from local kindergartens, making it easier for families to access our school,” Bec shared. “It’s a simple gesture, but one that builds familiarity, removes barriers and helps children feel excited about their next learning journey.”
“As the saying goes, “it takes a village to raise a child,” and this week is a beautiful example of that village coming together.”
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