Assumption Catholic Primary School Mandurah

From the classroom to history brought to life…

After a term of diving deep into the stories of Fremantle Prison, our Year 5 students stepped beyond the page and into the past on a powerful excursion this week.

As they walked through the cells, explored the corridors and uncovered the realities of prison life, everything they’ve been learning suddenly became real. The questions they’ve been asking, the facts they’ve been researching and the stories they’ve been piecing together all came to life in a way that no textbook ever could.

Now, back in the classroom, these experiences will shape their major information reports — adding depth, insight, and a true sense of understanding to their writing.

This is what learning looks like when curiosity meets real-world experience.

Have you ever visited a place that completely changed how you understood history? Tell us below!

A quiet moment that speaks volumes…
The classroom gathered in close, pages turning slowly, as a special visitor shared a story that invited everyone to listen a little deeper. In that circle, learning went beyond words on a page, it became a moment of connection, reflection, and wonder.

These are the moments that shape school life… where stories spark questions, values are gently explored and a sense of community grows stronger with every shared experience.

At Assumption, faith and learning come together in simple, meaningful ways reminding students that every story has something to teach us.

From first the brush stroke to masterpieces!

It began with bold colours, curious minds and a simple question: “What happens when we don’t follow the rules?”

Inspired by artist Jude Walker, our Year 3 students explored pattern, shape, and asymmetry. They experimented with layering lines, dots and colour in their own unique way. At first, there were careful strokes and a little hesitation… but soon the classroom was buzzing with creativity as each flower grew into something completely original.

No two are the same, just like the students who created them. And that’s where the magic happens… when confidence blooms and young artists realise their ideas matter.

Which one catches your eye first? Next time you're in the office, take a moment to admire these stunning pictures.

When creativity meets identity… the walls start to speak!

They started with bold lines, spray-paint textures, and one powerful idea: “How can we tell our story without saying a word?”

Our Year 6 students stepped into the world of street art, transforming simple paper into vibrant expressions of identity. Inspired by graffiti and abstract portrait styles, each piece became a mix of symbols, colour blocks, and personal meaning. Names were reimagined, stories hidden in patterns and personalities bursting through every line.

As the layers built up, so did confidence. What began as sketching shapes quickly turned into fearless creativity with the students taking risks, experimenting with colour, and discovering their own artistic voice.

Now, this wall isn’t just an art display… it’s a gallery of stories.

It started with a simple question… “How many ways can we solve this problem?”

Gathered around the table, curiosity quickly took over. One idea led to another and before long the group was exploring patterns, testing answers and sharing their thoughts on the screen. What began as a maths task became a moment of teamwork with each voice adding something new and each discovery building confidence.

In classrooms like this, maths isn’t just about getting the right answer it’s about the journey, the problem-solving, and those small “aha!” moments that make learning stick.

What’s your favourite way to make maths fun at home or in the classroom?

Congratulations to all the students who trained hard, set personal goals and experienced a real sense of achievement during Wednesday’s Inter house Cross Country. “It was heartwarming to see the children striving for their personal best while celebrating the efforts of others,” said Mrs Denneman. Some of the individual times recorded were truly outstanding. It was a close competition with Quinn and Mary's vying for the lead and in the end Mary's came out on top!

The top five place‑getters in both the Girls and Boys divisions for Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 have now been selected to represent Assumption Catholic Primary School at the Inter school Cross Country event in Term Three.

Every competitor from PP to Year 6 received a completion certificate and a celebratory Zooper Dooper at the finish line, with ribbons awarded to the first four place‑getters.

Our Year Six House Captains did a fantastic job supporting the younger students as course marshals throughout the races. Their leadership, encouragement and enthusiasm made a real difference on the day.

A big thank you as well to our budding leaders in Year Five for stepping up to assist with the Year Six race. Wonderful teamwork and initiative from our future leaders.

Champion and Runner‑Up medals for the competitive events were presented at a special assembly in the Undercover Area, where excitement was high as the overall House Winners were announced.

A huge thank you to everyone for your efforts to ensure the children had a positive experience with the House Cross Country, including the parents who assisted with Course Marshal responsibilities, and to the many parents and friends who came along to cheer everyone on.

A fantastic day of effort, spirit and sportsmanship from our whole school community.

Our school recently celebrated Wellbeing Week to mark the halfway point in the term. This initiative highlights the importance of mental health and wellbeing by providing targeted education and skill‑building opportunities, along with fun activities that bring our school community together.

Thanks to the Year 6 Leaders who delivered engaging physical activity sessions each morning to better prepare our minds for learning. Our musical bells allowed us to dance back to class and we celebrated our first whole school PBS Reward on Thursday with a free Zooper Dooper treat.

Special thanks to the PBS Art Ministry and Mrs Branson who decorated the Lunch Order Bags during Wellbeing Week to share messages of joy within our school. What a great idea from Mrs Teasdale in the office brought to life so beautifully by our amazing artists!

There’s something special about the in‑between moments at school. The ones where friendships grow, conversations flow, and students find their own little spaces to connect.

Today’s flashback captures exactly that: a group of our students enjoying a quiet break outdoors, sharing stories, laughter and the kind of everyday togetherness that makes school feel like a second home.

These moments might seem small, but they’re where confidence builds, friendships strengthen and our school values shine through in the simplest ways.

What’s your child’s favourite part of the school day?
We’d love to hear in the comments. Perhaps it's recess play, learning adventures or those calm moments with friends under the trees.

With tomorrow’s big race just around the corner, we’re flashing back to last year’s Interhouse Cross Country. It was a day full of determination, teamwork and unforgettable moments.

From the first sprint to the final cheer, our students pushed themselves, supported their teammates and showed incredible house spirit. The smiles, the effort, the muddy shoes… we loved every second of it! It was a close competition but Quinn came out on top with St. Mary's in a close second. We can't wait to see what happens this year!

Good luck to all our students. You've trained hard and are ready to show us what you've got! Bring your energy, your courage and your house pride. Let’s make it another amazing day!