Grandparents' and Friends' Morning

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

Our annual Grandparents' and Friends' Morning remains one of the most treasured occasions in the Junior School calendar. It's a day to connect, share and celebrate the remarkable individuals who hold such a special place in our students’ lives.

This special event is not only for grandparents but also for great-aunts, great-uncles and family friends who take on similar roles of love and guidance. As one of our young learners beautifully expressed:

'Grandparents are the closest people to you, with the most life experience.'

This morning, the Junior School came alive with laughter and conversation as we welcomed our guests into classrooms across all year levels. Together, they read stories, created artworks, played cricket, enjoyed maths challenges, completed puzzles together and even tried cheerleading. These moments of shared discovery offered a joyful glimpse into life at the College and a meaningful opportunity for loved ones to see the world through the students' eyes.

After classroom visits, our guests gathered for a morning tea hosted by our Year 9 students. The Junior School was abuzz with connection, as stories flowed over lamingtons, muffins, fresh fruit and coffee – a simple but powerful reminder of the joy that comes from bringing people together.

Our heartfelt thanks go to everyone who contributed to this memorable morning, in particular Ms Tracey Markovic, Ms Beth Maggs, Ms Cathy Jackson, Mrs Anne Sutherland, Mrs Monique Glavonjic and the Radford Foundation, our Year 9 students and staff, the Radford Facilities team, Deanes buses, and all Junior School staff whose preparation and hospitality ensured the morning’s success.

Our Grandparents' and Friends' Morning is more than an event, it is a celebration of connection, belonging and the shared joy of learning across generations. A true reflection of the heart of our Junior School community.