Celebrating our Year 6 Students

By Ms Karen Mahar, Acting Deputy Principal, Head of Junior School

This week, we've had the joy and privilege of honouring our Year 6 students as they prepare to transition into the Secondary School. Their final days in the Junior School have been filled with celebration, reflection and an unmistakable sense of connection and belonging.

On Wednesday evening, our community gathered for the Year 6 Chapel and Celebration, an important milestone marking the conclusion of their Junior School journey and the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

The evening invited us to pause and savour the experiences that have shaped these young people, including first-day-of-school photos, heartfelt gratitude letters to families and reflections on friendships nurtured and challenges overcome. Each student stood with pride and confidence, demonstrating what it means to embrace learning, care for others and be the best version of themselves.

As the cohort shared their reflections, it was clear that their time in the Junior School had been shaped by curiosity, compassion and courage. Their theme, This is Me: Shaped by the Past, Inspired by the Future, beautifully captured the spirit of the evening. It reminded us that while this moment signals an ending, it is equally a beginning. Students are moving into a new stage of learning, one filled with new opportunities, growth and possibilities.

Following the ceremony, students enjoyed a silent disco – a joyful, laughter-filled celebration that allowed them simply to be together. With glowing headphones, favourite songs and pure Year 6 energy, it was a moment of camaraderie they will remember for a long time.

The celebrations continued today with a carefully planned Fun Day at the Radford College Boatshed. With water playtime in the Aqua Park, stand-up paddle boards, games and time to simply enjoy one another’s company, the day was filled with fun, gratitude and deep appreciation for the friendships formed over the years.

Events like these require significant care and preparation, and we are grateful to all involved. A special thank you to our IT and Facilities teams, our talented musicians, the entire Year 6 teaching team, Ms Angie Walters, Reverend Dr Katherine Rainger, Ms Tracey Markovic and all Junior School staff who have supported these students throughout their journey.

We couldn’t be prouder of the young people our Year 6 students have become, and we cannot wait to see the incredible impact they will make as they continue to grow and thrive.