27 June 2025
- Semester 1
- Room 3 and 4 Botanic Gardens Excursion
- Reconciliation Week
- SRC Executive Tree Climb
- Hatching Chickens
- Music Assembly Programs
- Reports and Classes
- Wrapper Free Fridays
- Fundraiser
- Lost Property
- Last Day Term 2
- Thank You to Our Wonderful Lunch Order Coordinator!
- School of Languages
- Finance
- OSHC
- First Day Term 3
- Breakfast Club
- Playgroup
- 2026 Enrolment Procedures
- ThinkUKnow Presentation
- Community Notices Gallery
Semester 1
As we reach the end of Semester 1, it is great to reflect on all the amazing accomplishments our students have achieved. This semester has been full of quality learning, creativity, impressive successes, and enriching experiences. Our students should feel proud of their progress.
One of the highlights has been the delightful hatching and growth of our chickens, who have taken up short-term residence in the office. This project has brought joy and learning to both our students and staff, enhancing well-being, sparking curiosity, and fostering a wonderful sense of connection.
We've also enjoyed a series of exciting excursions over the past month, including visits to Colebrook Reconciliation Park, Little Sprouts Kitchen Garden, Eden Hills Kindy, and the Tree Climb for our SRC Executives. Our students have explored the Living Kaurna Cultural Centre, the South Australian Aviation Museum, and the National Railway Museum, broadening their learning in diverse environments. Additionally, our Year 6 students participated in a Japanese Quiz, showcasing their language skills and cultural understanding.
Furthermore, we have welcomed our Reception mid-year intake group, who have been attending transition visits over the past three weeks. It has been a pleasure to have them join our school community, and we have been incredibly impressed by their enthusiasm and adaptability.
Thank you to our students, staff, and community for all your contributions and efforts throughout this semester. We hope the holidays offer a chance for you and your families to unwind and enjoy quality time together. We look forward to seeing everyone return on Tuesday, July 22.
Kind regards,
Kellie Bowden
Room 3 and 4 Botanic Gardens Excursion
In Week 5 Rooms 3 and 4 went on an excursion to the Adelaide Botanic Gardens. We explored the gardens and then we visited the Little Sprouts Kitchen Garden. We picked and ate some fresh vegetables, planted seeds and had a hands-on experience learning about worms.
Room 3
I liked going on the train and tram. Addie
We got to hold some worms. Iggy
I liked playing on the big tree at recess time. It was like a playground. Bodhi
I liked eating the edible flowers. Anika
I liked holding the peas in the kitchen garden. Nate
I liked looking at all the roses. Adam
I like planting the seeds. Hazel
I liked trying the berries. Nancy
Room 4
I liked smelling the roses because it was fun. Marley
We went on a train and a tram, and it was so fun. We got to eat cucamelon and lettuce. Lucy
We got to see the plants and we planted some seeds, and we got to hold some worms. Elijah
I liked the conservatory because it had lots of beautiful plants. Artie
Reconciliation Week
To celebrate National Reconciliation Week, Rooms 5 & 6 walked to Colebrook. Students learnt about the significance and importance of the site. They recorded their observations, played Kaurna bingo, knucklebones and marbles, and created crayon rubbings on different surfaces. A huge thanks to the volunteers who supported our walk!
Colebrook is a special place because it celebrates Aboriginal cultures. There is a weeping mother because someone stole her baby. There is a lot of space to play games like knucklebones and marbles. Laurence
Colebrook is a special place because we learn about the past. There is a weeping mother. There is nature and space to play. You can find frogs. Bodhi
SRC Executive Tree Climb
On the 15 June, Ryan and the SRC executives went to the tree climb at Kuitpo forest for team building and leadership skill training. We walked to Blackwood Primary School to meet with our 8 partnership schools with 20 people all together. We spoke about what character strengths we would need to be a leader, and what ones we might need at the tree climb. We got on the bus at 9:30 and it took about 45 minutes to get to Kuitpo forest. It was a fantastic day spent with our SRC partnership leaders and we learnt some valuable lessons. Tilo
Hatching Chickens
We have been so lucky to view 13 eggs hatch over multiple days. There has been an endless parade of students, staff and families checking out who has hatched each day. Callen has been keeping a diary and tending to our growing flock.
Day One
Today is the first day since we got the chickens, we got three already hatched and we had twelve eggs unhatched in an incubator. The first one to be named was Wobbles the brownish one, then Spot was named because they had a lot of spots and then Fudge was named because the person who named them had a budgie named Fudge.
Day Two
Today is day two and overnight one of the chickens has hatched from its egg, I saw this when I came to school this morning. We don’t have a name for it yet and one of them hatched right before our eyes! Also, three eggs have cracks in them and hopefully they all hatch.
Day Three
Overnight four chickens hatched and two of them have been named Rusty (the one who hatched yesterday before us) and Evie (the one that hatched Monday night). They’re all in the cage. There are nine of them hatched and there’s six eggs left. They’re all pretty tired and stressed so people can’t hold them now but hopefully they can get calm again. Then after lunch we tagged them and named one Crash because when we were tagging them, they jumped of my hand.
Day Four
Today two hatched and one of them was already named Sanders when it hatched and an entire class came. Two from yesterday have been named No Name (No Name is its name) and Puffin. They’re all in the cage now. There was one egg that was supposed to hatch today and it hasn’t cracked yet but it was wobbling which is a good sign.
Day Five
Today two hatched overnight. Unfortunately, the one which was supposed to hatch yesterday hasn’t hatched yet so that’s sad, but it’s hopefully just delayed. Also, we did have a rule that we would not name them after food but a little kid who is very sweet named one of them in the incubator, Nugget and they’ve all been tagged and named.
Day Six
Today is my final entry so we only have the chickens for four more days but they’ve grown up a lot and it was fun to watch them grow. Sadly, two of them didn’t hatch but the rest are all heathy. Good bye this is my final entry. Callen
Music Assembly Programs
Week 10 Tuesday, 1 July 2025
Room 5 | Time to Burst the Bubble | Year 1/2 |
Room 6 | Oh, My Warla! | Year 1/2 |
Room 9 | Kondoli the Whale | Year 2/3 |
Room 10 | Winda the Owl | Year 2/3 |
Room 7 | The Colour of Your Jumper | Year 3/4 |
Festival Choir | Come Together | Year 5/6 |
Week 10 Wednesday, 2 July 2025
Room 3 | Taba Naba | Rec |
Room 4 | Baru | Rec |
Room 8 | My Island Home | Year 4/5 |
Room 11 | Black Fella White Fella | Year 5/6 |
Room 12 | Tjilbruke, the Ibis Man | Year 5/6 |
Reports and Classes
The Semester 1 reports will be emailed from Thursday 3 July. This is a mid year report so the information included will be a summary of the evidence of learning collected for each child. The grades will be for the work completed up to this point of the year and reflect the level the child is working at towards the final outcome of the curriculum area.
Wrapper Free Fridays
Wrapper Free Fridays will be starting at Eden Hills Primary School next term. WFF is a day with no plastic wrappers or excess packaging, helping to reduce litter around our school. Reusable wrappers and containers are a brilliant way to bring foods to school on WFF (or any day)! We will be handing out flyers at the end of this term, and in the meantime, you can check out some ideas for Wrapper Free Fridays and ‘nude food’ in the link below…
From your East Waste Student Action Team
Fundraiser
Sparkle Dress Up
Entertainment
Lost Property
There is a mountain of lost property, please check to see if any of these items belong to your child. Any left-over, unnamed clothing will be donated to the sustainability group for second hand sales.
Last Day Term 2
Reminder that the Last Day of Term 2 is an Early Dismissal
2:10pm Friday 4 July
Thank You to Our Wonderful Lunch Order Coordinator!
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Sally O’Neil, our dedicated Lunch Order Coordinator, for your outstanding service and commitment to Eden Hills Primary School. Your hard work and organisation have ensured that our students receive their lunch orders smoothly and on time. Thank you for your invaluable contribution to our school community!
School of Languages
Finance
Understanding Your Statement: What Does a Minus Sign Mean?
When reviewing your financial statement, you might notice a minus sign next to some figures. This can sometimes cause confusion, but it’s actually a positive indicator!
A minus sign on your statement signifies that you are in credit. This means that you have paid more then what was required, or you have a surplus in your account. Being in credit is beneficial as it can provide a buffer for future expenses or payments.
If you have any questions about your statement or need further clarification, please feel free to contact our finance team. We’re here to help!
OSHC
First Day Term 3
Reminder that the first day of Term 3 is a Pupil Free Day
Students return to school Tuesday 22 July
Breakfast Club
Our Breakfast Club is thriving at Eden Hills Primary School, with many of our students dropping by on Wednesdays for a piece of toast or a Milo before the morning bell. We are fortunate to have the continuous support of Kickstart for Kids, who provide us with a weekly volunteer and supplies of milk, bread, and other breakfast items.
We are currently seeking donations of honey, Milo, apricot jam, and gluten-free bread. If you are able to help, please drop off any items at the front office or bring them to Breakfast Club on Wednesday morning.
After the Holidays, Breakfast Club will resume Wednesday 30 July
Week 2 Term 3.
Playgroup
Playgroup will recommence Week 2 Term 3
Friday 1 August
2026 Enrolment Procedures
If your child turns 5 before 1 May 2026, they are eligible to start their schooling at the beginning of Term 1, 2026. If your child turns 5 from 1 May to 31 October 2026, they will be eligible to start school through the mid-year intake at the start of Term 3, 2026.
To assist the school with class structures and staffing we need the names of any students who will be eligible to start school at the beginning of the new 2026 school year.
Please click the link below to access a Registration of Interest Form and return the completed form to the office.
ThinkUKnow Presentation
ThinkUKnow Australia is a partnership between the Australian Federal Police, Microsoft Australia, Datacom and the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. The program is delivered in collaboration with policing partners New South Wales Police Force, Northern Territory Police, Queensland Police, South Australia Police, Tasmania Police, Western Australia Police, as well as Neighbourhood Watch Australasia.
The presentation will be delivered by a local law enforcement member and an industry volunteer. The presentation is pro-technology and addresses topics including self-generated child abuse material, online grooming, sexual extortion, and importantly encourages help seeking behaviour.
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to learn more about young people and the online environment, and how you can help them to be safe and responsible users of technology.
For more information, you can visit www.thinkuknow.org.au or click the link below.
Community Notices Gallery
