Junior School Carbrook
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal, Junior School
Zoe O'Donnell
Head of Junior School, Carbrook
Save the Date
Dr Judith Locke Parent Session & Student Disco
Thurs 19 February @ 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Essential questions to ask yourself to check that your Primary child is on track.
The primary years are often a tricky period to get right with children, as they are often becoming both more and less mature, their emotions are a little more up and down the older they get, and their interests and personality might seem to change… from day to day! So how can you get through this period of change with positivity and success, and ensure that everyone still likes each other at the conclusion?
Clinical Psychologist, Dr Judith Locke, is returning to offer this follow up session to parents of primary students. In this session, Judith will use latest research and clinical experience to show practical, positive, and effective strategies parents can use to check on their child’s progress and help their child successfully get through the developmental changes of these different ages and stages while maintaining family harmony.
**This is a Parent Only session, and a student disco will be on at the same time for Prep to Stage 3 students.
Register for this free event here: https://www.trybooking.com/DIHMJ
Uniform Shop
Opening Hours
The Uniform Shop will be open on Monday and Wednesdays during Term Time from 7:45am - 9:00am and 1:00pm - 4pm. It will also be open fortnightly on Tuesdays 7:45am-9:00am (Weeks 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 in Term 1 2026).
If you are needing to return items, please ensure items are returned in the original packaging and are not damaged.
Book Club
2026 Issue 1
Issue 1 of Scholastic Book Club 2026 is out now. Ordering will close Thursday, 12th of February. Orders are to be placed using the LOOP App or online through Scholastic Book Club LOOP - www.scholastic.com.au/LOOP . No cash payments can be accepted for Book Club orders, online ordering only.
We thank you for your continued support of Book Club! Every order placed receives reward points that our College can redeem to order new books and resources for our students.
Any questions please don't hesitate to contact our Learning Resource Assistant, Sarah Cosgriff via email - sarah.cosgriff@calvarycc.qld.edu.au
Stage 2 & 3 Swimming Carnival
Week 4, Thursday 19 February
Spectators are most welcome to attend the event. Parental permission will be sent to parents via email notification, with responses required by 12 February.
Link to: 2026 Swimming Carnival Stage 2 3 CBK
Mango Café
Week 2 Specials
What's On Flyer - Term 1
Term 1 - Week 1
Week 2
Thursday 5 February - Chapel, Parent Information Night
Coming Up ...
Thursday 12 February - Leaders Induction Assembly
Thursday 19 February - Stage 2 & 3 Swimming Carnival, Dr Judith Locke Parent Session
Head of School Community & Wellbeing, Carbrook Junior School - Zoe O'Donnell
Dear Calvary Families,
What a wonderful start to the year it has been! Our students have returned with so much energy, enthusiasm and positivity, and it has been a joy to welcome them back into our school community. We are especially pleased with how smooth and calm the first week has been, with students settling into routines, reconnecting with friends and engaging beautifully in learning.
As we begin the term, we encourage families to take a few moments to revisit our key routines and expectations so we can start the year strong. Please take some time to read through our updated Parent Manual and Facebook expectations (attached in links) to help support a smooth and positive start for your child. If you have a child in Stage 2 or 3 who enjoys accessing the MPC at break times, please help them establish a routine to bring sports shoes on their formal uniform days.
Link to: Facebook Information Letter
Parent Manual 2026 - Update
Our updated 2026 Parent Manual can be found on the college website and via this link: 2026 Parent Manual
Please note the recent update to our Mobile Phone and Smart Watches Policy:
Mobile phones, smart watches, and other internet-connected devices are NOT permitted in the Junior School. In special circumstances, students may bring a device to school only with prior approval. In these cases, parents/carers will be required to complete an authorisation form (Link to Form). Any approved device remains the responsibility of the student and must be signed in at the office upon arrival at school (from 8:15am). The device will be securely held at the office during the school day and may be collected at the end of the day (after 3:00pm).
Co-curricular Clubs
The full clubs roster will be released next week and we encourage students to explore the many co-curricular opportunities available as a great way to connect with others and build new skills.
If you would like to register for Calvary Agriculture program please click on the links below.
Uniform Shop Update
Uniform Overviews
Please ensure you are familiar with the Uniform Overviews on the College website. These documents provide the current information about what uniform item can and can no longer be worn.
https://calvarycc.qld.edu.au/parent-information
Order Collection
Uniform orders can be collected from the Administration Building on both campuses. Once your order is ready for collection you will receive a notification that your order is ready for collection.
House Shirts
The replacement house shirts were handed out at the end of last year. If you have not received a replacement shirt please contact the uniform shop (uniforms@calvarycc.qld.edu.au).
The house shirts with the incorrect design can no longer be worn. The images below are the incorrect house shirts.
Bus Update
Dear Parents and Carers,
Over the past few days, the College’s RollCall Bus App has experienced technical difficulties. The service provider has advised the College that these issues have now been resolved, and the system is once again functional. Parents are now able to make bookings and add credit.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused and thank you for your patience.
Please note the following requirements when utilising the Bus Service:
- Bookings are required for every trip
- RollCall accounts are required to be in credit at all times
- Students are required to use their RollCall tag/fob when boarding and disembarking the bus — failure to do so will result in a $5 per day admin charge
- New students who do not yet have a fob/bus tag will be given grace (no admin charge applied) while we await the arrival of new stock
- Bus term passes (with a 10% discount) are available. Please email bus@calvarycc.qld.edu.au for more information
- Please contact bus@calvarycc.qld.edu.au for any queries
CAPA Update
Over the holiday period Dr Gary Holley tendered his resignation finishing on Friday 6 February. Following an internal recruitment process, the College Executive agreed to appoint Mrs Kerryn Vezos to the role in an Acting capacity for the duration of 2026.
We appreciate the work of Dr Holley over the past few years rebuilding and expanding the music and music performance program to a point that gives students many opportunities to build and express their creativity.
Kerryn is well known to many of you and we have confidence that she will lead the music program at Calvary building on the foundation Gary has left us and contributing her own talents and leadership qualities.
Update from Acting Head of Performing Arts, Kerryn Vezos
Welcome to a new year in CAPA!
We are excited for the many opportunities our students have to be involved in the Performing Arts. From classroom music to our Middle and Senior School Musical, ensembles, dance, sports aerobics and instrumental lessons, our focus is on building strong foundations, encouraging creative risk-taking, and celebrating each student’s gifts.
We look forward to working in partnership with you and sharing many wonderful moments and performances throughout 2026.
Music Camp - Saturday 31 January
We look forward to seeing the following groups on Saturday.
- Senior Percussion Ensemble at 8-11am;
- Orchestra at 11am - 2pm;
- Guitar Ensemble One at 2-5pm.
Please meet at the ensemble room at the Carbrook Campus.
Prep Sports Aerobics Trials
Prep Sports Aerobics trials will take place in Week 3 at 1:00 pm. Classroom teachers will walk students to and from the trials. Please let your child’s class teacher know if you would like your child to attend.
Private Lessons 2026
If your child is interested in learning an instrument or continuing lessons in 2026, please use the link below to sign them up. This is only for Private 1 on 1 lessons.
Group String and Band Lessons 2026
If your child is in Year 5-10 and is interested in learning an instrument for the first time please use the links below to sign them up for 2026.
Important Links
For all general information, forms and groups to join, please visit the Performing Arts page on our website which can be found here. Click Here
For any enquiries please email: performingartsacademy@calvarycc.qld.edu.au
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal, Junior School
Zoe O'Donnell
Head of Junior School, Carbrook