This week has been filled with activity and opportunities for growth across the College. Year 11 exams commenced, while our Year 9 French students enjoyed a cultural and culinary experience at Maison St Honore on Monday. That same day, we were pleased to honour our dedicated volunteers at the Volunteer Morning Tea. On Tuesday, Pre Primary to Year 5 students participated in a successful Junior School Orientation Day. On Thursday, our Year 6 students explored immigration history during their visit to the WA Maritime Museum. Today, students embraced the festive spirit with Christmas Free Dress Day, and our Year 10 students served the community through volunteer work at the Salvation Army. Parents gathered for Coffee and Connect this morning, where Principal Darnelle Pretorius spoke on the important theme of parents as leaders. Year 7 to 9 students represented the College in a Tennis Scratch Match, and this afternoon, Pre Primary to Year 6 students shared their musical talents in our Music Assembly.
Looking ahead, next week’s events include:
Monday: Kindergarten Transition Day 2
Thursday: Explore STEM at Edith Cowan University for 19 Year 9 students
Friday: Year 5 and 6 play Indoor Beach Volleyball; Visual Art Tour training session; Junior School Community Christmas Carols
"Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labour: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up."
As part of the New Midland Station Project, the Public Transport Authority has advised that Transperth services on the Midland Line between Midland and Bassendean will be cancelled from Thursday 22 January to Sunday 22 February 2026.
This closure may affect students and staff who regularly travel to the College using this service. Train replacement buses will be in operation during the shutdown, however we strongly encourage families to plan ahead and allow extra time for travel during this period.
Transperth will be conducting a full awareness campaign to notify passengers, but we recommend checking the latest updates directly via their website: www.transperth.wa.gov.au
Thank you for your understanding as this public transport upgrade progresses.
Join us for our annual Community Carols on the Junior School Oval! Gather your family and friends, and bring along a picnic dinner and a blanket for an evening of festive carols and community spirit. Christmas accessories are encouraged to add to the joy of the season.
Date: Friday 28 NovemberÂ
Time: Gates open 6:00pm, BYO Picnic 6:15pm – 7:00pm, Carols 7:00pm – 8:15pm
Venue: Junior School Oval
Please bring: Picnic dinner, blanket and money for candles, ice cream, coffee or lollies.
Dress: Smart casual. Christmas accessories may be worn. students are encouraged to wear colours prescribed by their teachers.
Please note, no alcohol is permitted at this event. We look forward to celebrating the start of the Christmas season with you!
Withdrawal Policy
At this time, we would like to remind families of our withdrawal policy. If you do choose to withdraw your child from Swan Christian College, please note that formal written notice addressed to the Principal is required. This notice must be provided at least one full school term in advance, defined as 10 weeks of instruction time (excluding holidays).
Verbal notice or emails sent to Deans of Year or classroom teachers will not be accepted as formal notice. If the required notice is not provided, one term’s fees will be charged in lieu of notice. Please send withdrawal notices to enrolments@swan.wa.edu.au.
Future Enrolments
We encourage you to submit applications for the following year groups now:
For current families planning future enrolments, we invite you to apply as soon as possible to secure your child’s place. New families should apply at least two years ahead of the intended intake year. Key intake years are Kindergarten, Year 3, Year 7 and Year 11, with other year levels subject to availability.
For any enrolment queries, please submit an enrolment enquiry or contact the Enrolments Office at enrolments@swan.wa.edu.au or call (08) 9374 8300.
Please save the date for our Years 1-6 Awards Assembly. This is a special time to recognise the hard work, growth and achievements of our Junior School students. Parents and family members are welcome to attend.
Years 1 – 6 Awards Assembly
Date: Wednesday 10 December
Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Gym
More details will be emailed to parents in the next few weeks.
Come and celebrate our Kindergarten – Pre Primary students as they perform a ‘wriggly’ nativity.
Wriggly Nativity
Date: Friday 5 December
Time: 8:40am – 10:00am
Venue: Maali Mia Theatre followed by Early Learning Centre
Details: Come and celebrate our Kindergarten and Pre Primary students as they perform a ‘Wriggly Nativity.’ Kindergarten and Pre Primary families are invited to join us for a picnic in the Early Learning Centre.
Students will be finishing early after the picnic.
Parents and students in Years 7 to 11 are invited to College Presentation Night on Tuesday 9 December at 6:15pm when we will gather as a community to celebrate 2025.
Date: Tuesday 9 December
Time: Doors open 6:00pm
Venue: Swan Christian College Gym
RSVP: scea.me/2025presentationnight
We will celebrate the achievements of our individual students in Years 7 to 11. All students from Years 7-11 are expected to attend, wearing their summer uniform. Siblings, family, friends and 2025 Year 12 graduates are invited to join us in this celebration. Junior School students will have award assemblies on 10 December but are more than welcome to attend our College Presentation Night.
Please register your attendance here: scea.me/2025presentationnight
Please click on the following link to download the How to access Parent Lounge document:
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