
Students recording their findings about their experiment.
Year 5 students participated in our 'Crazy Science Day'. This was part of our Project Based Learning (PBL) entry activity for our new Science unit for the Term. The unit is all about Solids, Liquids and Gasses
Each student had the opportunity to participate in 6 different experiments that showcased the properties of solids, liquids and gasses. The experiments were: Making a Bouncy Ball, Quicksand Goo, Dry-Ice Crystal Ball, Mini-Water Cycle, Hot and Cold Water and Investigating Gases.

Mikayla, Dylan, Coby, Antonia, Carys and Max eagerly watching Mrs Hey's experiment.
The day wouldn't have been possible without the help of our wonderful parent volunteers who kindly gave up their time in order to run the experiments. We are so grateful for your contribution to the OLA community. Thank you Mrs Ormsby, Mrs Cleary, Mrs Swinden, Mrs Colossimo, Mrs Lesar, Mrs Eldred, Mrs Johnston, Mrs Stafford, Mrs Fischer, Mrs Burt and Ms Xuereb.
It was a fun-filled day and it allowed the students to gain a great deal of background knowledge on how Solids, Liquids and Gases change processes.

Amelia and Jessica exploring what is happening in the balloon.
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22 Mar 2026
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Last week, our OLA community honoured St Joseph’s Feast Day with beautiful liturgies held in each classroom. Our students reflected on St Joseph’s quiet strength, his faithfulness, and his example of humility and service. It was a special opportunity for them to pause, pray, and learn more about the man who cared for Jesus with such love and devotion. Thank you to our teachers for preparing these meaningful liturgies, and to our students for participating so reverently. St Joseph continues to inspire us to listen, trust, and follow God with open hearts.22 Mar 2026
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Last week, our Kindergarten students became little scientists as they explored what different temperatures can feel like. Through hands‑on investigation, they touched, compared and described warm, cool, and cold objects- building their vocabulary, curiosity, and confidence as young learners. It was wonderful to see their faces light up as they made discoveries and shared their ideas with one another. We love watching our youngest students learn through play, exploration, and wonder.