Time for a photo with a gorilla.
Recently 84 very excited Kindergarten students and 13 brave parent helpers went to Taronga Zoo as a part of their learning for the unit ‘What’s Alive’.
We had a glorious sunny day that allowed us to explore the zoo to its full capacity. We had clear views of the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, along with many of the city buildings.
We enjoyed the seal show and the bird show as well as many exciting Zookeeper talks such as the reptiles and the gorillas. We did our best to see everyone’s favourite animals. The Meerkats were certainly a hit!
Another group of students enjoying the zoo.
At the end of the day, we all scrambled back on to the bus for a nice long and restful trip home - with many little angels falling asleep on the way home.
A huge ‘Thank You’ to all of the people who helped out to organise and help the day run smoothly.
Some boys catching a crocodile.
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11 Nov 2025
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Today, our Year 5 students led a moving Remembrance Day liturgy, honouring the courage and sacrifice of those who have served our country in times of war and peace. With reverence, they guided our school community through prayer, reflection, and remembrance- reminding us all of the importance of peace, gratitude, and unity. “At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.” Lest we forget.
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11 Nov 2025
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Today, our Year 5 students led a moving Remembrance Day liturgy, honouring the courage and sacrifice of those who have served our country in times of war and peace. With reverence, they guided our school community through prayer, reflection, and remembrance- reminding us all of the importance of peace, gratitude, and unity. “At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.” Lest we forget.
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Congratulations to our Outstanding Achievement and St Francis award recipients for Week 4!
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On Thursday, our Year 3 students were thrilled to welcome Jacqui from Travelbugs for a captivating science incursion! From leaf insects and millipedes to a scorpion, huntsman spider, and even a rhinoceros beetle, students got up close with some truly fascinating creatures. It was a hands-on experience that sparked curiosity, encouraged thoughtful questions, and deepened their understanding of living things. A big thank you to Travelbugs for bringing the natural world into our classroom!
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Congratulations to Aiyonce and the NSW girls cricket team on making their state very proud, by winning the inter-state title in the NSW School Sport Australia Games, for the 3rd consecutive year in a row! NSW Girls- Gold Medal Champions! Aiyonce also had the opportunity to meet the great Shane Watson in Ballarat. OLA is extremely proud of your achievements, and we look forward to watching you grow over the next year.
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Congratulations to Brae, Samuel, and Liam, who competed against the best of the best in NSW primary schools, in Athletics recently. Brae placed 30th in Long Jump, Samuel 22nd in 1500m and 23rd in 800m, and Liam 30th in High Jump. You are all outstanding athletes and should be so proud of yourselves. What amazing results for competing at the state level!
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Congratulations to Ben and Aiyonce on their selection into the Parramatta Diocesan Cricket Team. They will be heading to Wagga Wagga to trial for the MacKillop team soon!
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Well done to the three teams that each played five games of touch football in the hot sun at the Touch Football Gala Day at The Kingsway last Friday. All 3 teams scored plenty of tries and not many against them, and tried their absolute best. These days don't run well without the help and support of our wonderful OLA parents, family, and teachers. Special thanks to Mr Pendlebury ( Girls team), Mrs Chong (Team Navy) and Mrs Clarke (Team Teal). Thank you for the time and effort you put into coaching our teams, and thank you to Mrs Batten and Miss Smith for attending too.
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Last week, all grades were invited to the FIAT All Saints Day Treasure Hunt. The Faith In Action Team students led the participants in activities to learn more about some of our saints, such as Saint Mary of the Cross and Saint Carlo Acutis. The students took time to write a prayer of intercession to their chosen saint. Great thanks go to the FIAT for leading our younger students in their search for information.
