Junior School Springwood

Kim Winton

Deputy Principal,

Junior School

Andy Marshall

Head of Junior School,

Springwood

An Evening with the Principal

Tuesday 18 August

We warmly invite you to join us for an evening with our Council Chair, Mr Kevin Yearbury, and Principal & CEO, Mrs Cherylynne Gostelow, 6.00pm Tuesday 18 August. This is an opportunity to hear directly about the next chapter in Calvary’s story and continue our partnership in the education and care of your children.

 

To help us with planning and catering, registrations would be appreciated. Please use the link below to register:

 

https://www.trybooking.com/DNNXJ 

 

Showcase 2026

Friday 28 August

CAPA is proud to present this year's Showcase, Illuminate!

 

On the evening of Friday 28 August our talented CAPA students will take to the stage to share their creativity, passion and diverse performing arts talents with the Calvary community.

 

We invite you to join us for this special celebration of student achievement artistic excellence.

 

Bookings are now open!

 

Link here: https://www.trybooking.com/DNNWZ 

CAPA Update

Week 3

What's on in Term 3?

Week 4: Voices Singing at Chapel - Wednesday 5 August & Eisteddfod Dance - Friday 7 August

Week 5: Redlands Eisteddfod (Orchestra).

Week 7: SHOWCASE Friday 28 August; Eisteddfod Dance perform at Assembly SWD

Week 10: 2027 Junior School Musical Workshop

 

Junior Band at Assembly!

Congratulations to our Junior Concert Band students who performed on assembly yesterday! Although some students were missing, they did a fabulous job playing a number of songs for the audience. It can always be very nerve wracking to perform in front of peers – we are super proud of these students!

 

SHOWCASE 2026 – ‘Illuminate –  Friday 28 August

Our Junior School VOICES CHOIR will be involved, so mark it in! Parents will need to reserve a seat for their child if they are in VOICES CHOIR. (Seats for children are free). 

Musical moments of determination, hope and joy!​

Orchestra​

MSS Choirs​

Guitar Ensemble 1​

Wakakirri​

String Ensemble 1​

Senior Percussion Ensemble​

Senior Dance Ensemble​

Voices Choir (SWD and CBK)​

MSS Sports Aerobics (Crushers and Firestorm)

 

 

For all general information:

Website:  CAPA Website

Overview:  2026 CAPA Handbook

Email: performingartsacademy@calvarycc.qld.edu.au 

Happy Hens Special

Weeks 4 & 5

Next week's Special....

 

Premier's Reading Challenge

Four Weeks Left

Only four weeks remain in this year’s Premier’s Reading Challenge! If your child is currently participating, we encourage them to keep reading and working towards completing the challenge.


Students who would still like to take part are welcome to contact Mrs Cosgriff for information on how to get involved.

 

Please use this links below to further information:

2026 Premier's Reading Challenge

School Reader Record Form

 

Term 3 Clubs

Term 3

Co-curricular clubs have commenced.  Please see what clubs are on offer this term, via the link below:

 

Term 3 Clubs Roster

 

CHESS CLUB

We’re excited to announce that Chess Club will be back in Term 3!

 

Weekly coaching sessions will be delivered by Gardiner Chess Coaching, offering engaging and supportive lessons for students in Years 1–6. Whether your child is new to chess or looking to sharpen their skills, these sessions are a fantastic opportunity to learn, strategise, and have fun.

 

CCCSWD Chesscoaching Flyer T3

Term 3 - Week 3

Friday 31 July:  Southside District Athletics Carnival

 

Week 4

Tuesday 4 August: ThinkUKnow Incursions
Wednesday 5 August: Chapel
Friday 7 August: Dance Group - Beenleigh Eisteddfod

Coming up...

Monday 10 August: Ekka Public Holiday
Wednesday 12 August:  Prep & Stg 1 Athletics Carnival / Assembly
Thursday 13 August:  Orchestra - Redlands Eisteddfod
Friday 14 August:  Stg 3 Interschool Sports
Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 August: Sport Aerobics - Future Champs

Head of Junior School Springwood - Andy Marshall

Dear Parents/Guardians,

 

One of the highlights this week was watching our Stage 2 and 3 students compete in the Volleyball Primary Schools Cup. They displayed tremendous determination, teamwork and resilience throughout the day, while also demonstrating excellent sportsmanship both on and off the court. We are incredibly proud of the way they represented our school. 


This was followed by Mrs Winton and a group of Stage 2 students leading our assembly and introducing Glassman and Cool Cucumber from the Superflex program, which forms part of our Formation curriculum. Glassman represents those moments when we overreact to small problems or allow minor disappointments to feel much bigger than they are, while Cool Cucumber reminds us to stay calm, regulate our emotions and respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively. Their message provided a valuable reminder for all students as we continue to grow in character and relationships this term.

Back to School Boost Payment

The College has received the Back to School Boost payment, a Queensland Government cost-of-living relief initiative that provides an annual $100 credit for each primary school student (Prep to Year 6).

 

This initiative is not paid directly to families. Instead, the funds have been applied as a credit to your student’s school fee account.

 

Your next fee statement will reflect a $100 credit, reducing your outstanding balance for Term 4.  If your 2026 school fees have already been paid in full, the credit will be carried forward and applied to your 2027 fees.

 

If you have any questions please contact fees on 07 3287 6222 or via fees@cavlarycc.qld.edu.au

Prep & Stage 1 Athletics Carnival

We're looking forward to a fun-filled day of sport and participation at our Prep & Stage 1 Athletics Carnival on Wednesday 12 August 2026. To view the day's timetable and other important information, please click the link below:

 

Prep & Stage 1 Athletics Day

An Evening with the Principal

We warmly invite you to join us for an evening with our Council Chair, Mr Kevin Yearbury, and Principal & CEO, Mrs Cherylynne Gostelow, 6.00pm Tuesday 18 August. This is an opportunity to hear directly about the next chapter in Calvary’s story and continue our partnership in the education and care of your children.

 

To help us with planning and catering, registrations would be appreciated. Please use the link below to register:

https://www.trybooking.com/DNNXJ

Non-Government Schools Census

The census provides information about your school and the number and characteristics of the school’s staff and student body during a specific reference period. The names of students and staff are not collected, apart from the name, position and contact details of the staff member nominated as the primary contact for the census.

 

Please use this link to view the 2026 Census Collection Notice.

 

If you have any questions about the Census process, please email the College via governance@calvarycc.qld.edu.au

Real Life Christian Church:  The Marriage Course

Real Life Christian Church is excited to offer The Marriage Course. This seven-week series features engaging and enriching sessions designed to help couples invest in their relationship and build a stronger marriage.

Whether you're newly married, entering a new season of life, or have been together longer than you were ever apart, The Marriage Course will equip you with practical tools and strategies to help strengthen your relationship and grow together.

Starts Saturday 15 August 2026
Time:    7:00–9:00pm
Venue:  Real Life Christian Church, Springwood

Marriage Course HD With QR Aug 2026

Kim Winton

Deputy Principal,

Junior School

Andy Marshall

Head of Junior School,

Springwood