A Message from Mr Holden

As we approach the end of Term 3, I reflect on a purposeful and calm period of learning for the boys where, despite some restrictions, we have operated many of our normal school activities. I thank our staff for their steadfast and determined efforts as well as our parent body who have provided wonderful support. The students of Wyvern House have been so impressive with displays of character and enthusiasm and deserve a good break in the upcoming holidays.

We are pleased that the latest NSW health guidance (issued today) means that some of the planned events and activities in Term 4, such as some music ensembles, excursions and school camps might now be possible. However, as we have only just received the revised guidelines, we do need to review the detailed information before we can confirm which of these events will take place. We will provide you further information as soon as we can.

Best wishes for a relaxing break.

Ian Holden
Head of Wyvern

Achievement Awards

 The following achievement award was awarded at Assembly:

Artist of the Week

K-2 Artist of the Week

This week, Kindergarten have completed their Henri Rousseau inspired jungle scenes. They have created and collaged a variety of jungle animals using mixed media to show texture and movement.  

Congratulations to Jack La Rosa, Luke Feng and Harrison Lett for the high level of craftsmanship and unique composition displayed in their finished pieces.

Yelena Rubie
K-2 Visual Arts Teacher

3-6 Artist of the Week

Year 4 have been making ceramic ships based on the work of British artist, Grayson Perry. The boys made artefacts from terracotta clay, and then made ships based on galleons and pirate ships. The boys were able to problem solve various engineering issues as they made these ships.

Congratulations to Henry Eversgerd, Leo Phoon and Andrew Wing for their beautiful craftsmanship when making this work.

Meredith Buining
3-6 Visual Arts Teacher

CommunityOSH

Dear Parents,

Wyvern’s Outside School Hours care program is run by CommunityOSH.

To make a booking you must enrol here first. Once your enrolment is completed you can then book the dates you require on the monthly calendar. Please feel free to contact us if you require any assistance completing your enrolment or placing your bookings on 03 9977 3000.

Key information about CommunityOSH can be found here

What we offer at CommunityOSH in the afternoons, click here

Click here for Spring Break Holiday Program

ICAS Results

In Term 3, 90 Wyvern boys participated in the 2020 ICAS Competitions. ICAS Assessments are designed to recognise academic excellence with students assessed on their ability to apply classroom learning to new contexts using higher-order thinking and problem-solving skills.  This year students were invited to participate in ICAS English, Maths and Science. We would like to congratulate the following boys from each grade.

Please Note: Certificates will be presented at assembly when boys return in Term 4.

Interschool Academic Decathlon

On September 21, 16 Year 5 and 6 students from Newington (Wyvern) competed in an Interschool Academic Decathlon held virtually between 18 schools including Queenwood, Emanuel School, St Aloysius, Randwick Public School, St Andrews, St Luke’s and Covenant Christian College. The students competed in 10 decathlon events including: English, Mathematics, Poetry, Science, Art, Drama, Engineering, Creative Thinking, Geography and General Knowledge. The students had a fantastic day of fun, learning and collaboration – competing in events that were ‘harder than they expected’.

Newington would like to especially acknowledge Rosalind Walsh and Lisa Allum from Queenwood for all their hard work and inspiration in organising the event.

Decathlon Results

Year 5

• 3^rd place Art
• 3^rd place Geography
• 3^rd place Creative Thinking
• 3^rd place General Knowledge

Year 6

• 2^nd place Science
• 3^rd place Poetry
• 1^st place Geography
• 2^nd place Creative Thinking
• 2^nd place General Knowledge
• 2^nd place Overall

Pirate Day for Kindergarten

Wyvern Kindy boys participated in ‘Talk Like a Pirate Day” led by Captains Edwards and Wiseman with assistance from first mate Assembly Ted. Students enjoyed Pirate cupcakes, listened to sea shanties, were challenged to ‘Pirate’ maths and shared a funny book called “Pirates Love Underpants”.

Next Two Weeks

Term Dates 2020

Term Dates 2021

2020 Poetry Performance Competition Assembly

On Friday 18 September we held a special assembly to recognise the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners and to award them their trophies and medallions.  The seven Year level winners performed their poems.