This week at the College has included a wide range of sporting, learning, and community activities across both the Junior School and Senior School. On Monday, students competed in the ACC Interschool Swimming Carnival while others represented the College at the WA Champion Schools Futsal Tournament. Our Year 1 to 4 students began their swimming lessons on Monday, and Year 7 to 9 students competed in NEAS Basketball and Ultimate Frisbee. Wednesday included Junior School Coding Club for Year 5 and 6 students, the Lighthouse CRU Leadership Day, the Senior School WA Futsal Tournament Championship, and a climbing and abseiling activity for our Emergency Cadets. Last night we enjoyed the Senior School Ensemble Music Evening, showcasing the musical gifts of our students. Today, Year 10 to 12 students attended a French film excursion, we held our Swanonline Engagement Day, gathered for our Senior School Easter Services, and celebrated our Year 6 Assembly.
Looking ahead, next week’s events include:
As the cooler months approach, families are encouraged to stock up on winter uniforms before the start of next term. With limited stock available, it is first in, best dressed.
The second-hand uniform shop is open Wednesday mornings during the term from 8:00am to 9:45am, conveniently located outside the Junior School drop-off area.
All items are half price or less, making it a great opportunity to purchase good quality uniforms at a reduced cost. Families are welcome to drop by and see what is available.
Please note that the Midland Perm-a-Pleat Uniform Shop will be closed on Saturday 4 April 2026 (Easter Saturday) and Saturday 25 April 2026 (ANZAC Day).
Families planning to purchase uniforms during this period are encouraged to take these closures into account.
For regular opening days and times, please refer to the Midland retail outlet webpage:
https://www.permapleat.com.au/Retail-Outlet/Midland-Retail-Outlet
Thank you for your understanding.
We warmly invite our alumni from the Class of 1986, 1996, 2006 and 2016 to join us for a special evening reconnecting with old friends and celebrating shared memories at Swan Christian College.
This combined reunion marks the 40, 30, 20 and 10 year milestones for these graduating classes. It will be a relaxed sundowner where alumni can catch up, share stories and reflect on their time at the College.
Whether you are reconnecting with classmates you have not seen for years or continuing friendships that have lasted decades, it promises to be a memorable evening together.
Combined Alumni Reunion Sundowner
Date: Friday 6 November
Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Venue: Maali Room, Swan Christian College
Register here: Combined Alumni Reunion Sundowner
Tickets are $15 for alumni and $10 for one guest per alumni, and include light supper and drinks.
We are excited to present Fenceline Theatre Company’s latest production, The Sound of No Music! Featuring our Senior School students, this promises to be a hilarious production. Be quick and grab your tickets for the earlybird discount, especially for Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
What is it about?
This is a comic farce about a theatre company that has lost its money! In a desperate attempt to rebuild the coffers, they need a show in a hurry and decide to do a whodunnit mystery in an Austrian Abbey called The Sound of No Music. As the rehearsals commence, so does the chaos and the ensemble navigate their parody, while trying to find out where that money has gone.
Purchase your tickets now before Term 2 at discounted prices at The Sound of No Music.
Dates: Tues 28 April | Wed 29 April | Thurs 30 April | Fri 1 May
Times: 7:15pm – 9:00pm
Venue: Maali Mia Theatre
Buy tickets at: The Sound of No Music
All College families are warmly invited to attend the upcoming Parent Christian Life Committee Annual College Meeting.
This gathering provides an opportunity to hear from both the Parent Christian Life Committee members and Executive staff, who will share updates on College life, initiatives, and plans. It is also a time to connect with other families who are passionate about supporting the Christian culture and values of Swan Christian College.
Date: Friday 1 May
Time: 8:45am – 9:30am
Venue: Maali Room
Register here before 24 April: Parent Christian Life Committee Annual College Meeting – Fill out form
We encourage all parents to attend and be part of the conversation as we continue to partner together in faith and community.
Our Year 11 English students recently visited the Primary School to support the Year 5s with their narrative writing. They focused on developing effective settings within the writing framework, while also giving the Year 5 students the opportunity to read their writing aloud, talk through their ideas, and receive feedback from an older peer.
As part of this “Writing Buddy” session, the Year 11 students listened carefully, highlighted a strength in each piece, and supported the Year 5 students in improving one or two sentences. This provided a valuable opportunity for the younger students to build confidence in their writing, while the older students developed their mentoring and editing skills.
It was a wonderful experience for both groups. The Year 11s thoroughly enjoyed stepping into a teaching role, offering feedback, and engaging with the younger students’ work.
Thank you, Miss McChesney, and the Year 5 students, for providing such a valuable and purposeful learning opportunity.
Our Easter Assembly has been rescheduled and will now take place on Wednesday 1 April from 2:00pm-3:00pm in the Gym. Led by our Student Leaders, the assembly will include a guest speaker along with special performances from the Piccolo Choir, Avanti Choir and the Year 5-6 String Ensemble.
We hope you can join us to reflect on the Easter message and celebrate the end of Term 1 together.
Throughout this term, the Gym has been buzzing at lunchtime as students took part in the House volleyball competitions, with great support from both staff and students cheering from the sidelines.
The Year 11-12 tournament was played first, with Bell facing Mungulu in the final on Tuesday this week. Mungulu came away with the win, with the team proudly representing the “Purple Haze”. Mungulu seems to be on a winning streak as they also won the Year 9-10 Tournament.
The Year 7-8 final proved to be a thrilling contest. Shenton held a comfortable 10-point lead with less than two minutes remaining, but Bell fought back strongly, stringing together a run of points to bring themselves right back into the game. In a dramatic moment late in the match, a ‘chest pass’ from a Bell player returned the serve to Shenton, who held their nerve to secure the victory as time expired.
Thank you to the many staff who came down to the gym to watch and support the students. Your encouragement continues to strengthen the spirit of our House culture.
We now look forward to House futsal kicking off in Term 2.
If you’re in Year 10 at Swan Christian College, this is your chance to get hands-on with real tools at Swan Trade Training Centre’s Internal Try a Trade Day on Tuesday 26 May.
The Swan Trade Training Centre’s free Try a Trade Day is designed to empower young minds in Year 10 by providing a unique opportunity at Years 11 and 12 to delve into different trades and discover your true passions. Whether they are intrigued by the thought of Building and Construction/Carpentry, Engineering: Heavy Metal, or the exciting world of Electrotechnology, we have something just for your child to help them kick start their trade career.
The Swan Trade Training Centre will be hosting a free Try a Trade Day on Tuesday 26 May. This is open to all students who are currently completing Year 10 at Swan Christian College or any other school in Western Australia.
Try a Trade seeks to:
We are pleased to introduce the Swan Christian College Careers Team, people dedicated to supporting students as they explore and plan their pathways beyond school. The team consists of Nathalee Holmes (Workplace Learning Coordinator), Cheri MacDonagh (Worklink Manager), and David Pethick (Careers Practitioner), working collaboratively to provide guidance and opportunities for all students.
Together, we support students in understanding the wide range of options available after school. The world of work is constantly changing, and students are faced with many possible pathways, including university, vocational education and training (VET), apprenticeships, traineeships, and emerging industries. Our role is to help students navigate these choices by providing accurate information, personalised support, and meaningful experiences.
A key part of our work involves building strong connections with external organisations. We engage with universities, TAFE providers, training groups, employers, and industry representatives to create valuable opportunities for students. These include guest speakers, career events, industry visits, work experience, workplace learning, traineeships, and information sessions that give students real insight into potential career pathways.
We believe that career development is more than simply choosing a job. It is about helping students understand their interests, strengths, and values so they can make informed and confident decisions about their future. Through conversations, pathway planning, and real-world experiences, we support students as they begin to explore their aspirations and consider the possibilities ahead.
As a team, we are committed to working alongside students, families, and staff to ensure every student is supported in developing a clear and meaningful pathway beyond school. We look forward to working with you and assisting with your child’s career journey.
Contacts
Nathalee Holmes (Workplace Learning Coordinator) – nathalee.holmes@swan.wa.edu.au
Cheri MacDonagh (Worklink Manager) – cheri.macdonagh@swan.wa.edu.au
David Pethick (Careers Practitioner) – david.pethick@swan.wa.edu.au
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