E-News 18 November
Term 4
Welcome to Week 6
Student Engagement
This term has been an exceptionally busy time for the College as we move swiftly toward the close of another school year. Our students have shown outstanding commitment to a wide range of activities and events, embracing every opportunity to succeed while learning and growing along the way.
Our Senior School students have been involved in their exams of late, using these assessments to illustrate their learning and understanding. They have approached their exams with maturity, rigour and determination, working with staff to fine tune their learning. Students across the other year levels have also been involved in a multitude of learning experiences, with courses now moving toward their conclusion. As outlined in my opening newsletter article this term, we want our students to accelerate toward the end of the year, fully investing in their learning along the way to support their ongoing growth.
Learning of course happens anywhere anytime, so it was wonderful to showcase and celebrate outstanding student achievement across our K-12 school in the Performing Arts last week. On Tuesday we welcomed many hundreds of parents, caregivers and families into the College gym to see our K-6 students perform at the ‘Explore K-6 Performing Arts Showcase’. The event was a joy filled celebration with our students showcasing their skills and leanings from their Performing Arts program. Well done to our students on their excellent performances and thank you to our dedicated staff for their support of the students.
From a Senior School perspective, we were delighted to present our Music Recital Evening to families last week. The evening, held in the Caroline Payne Theatre, provided our Music students with the opportunity to perform in front of a live audience, sharing their gifts and talents. Congratulations to our students on their outstanding performances. We acknowledge their skill, curiosity and creativity and thank them for a joyous and inspirational evening. We acknowledge to Head of Music, Mr Charles Pinkham, and our Music Tutors for their terrific support of the students.
Meanwhile, out on the sporting field, we celebrated the efforts of our Junior School athletes who recently won the CAPSS Athletics Carnival. This victory means that the College has secured wins in every CAPSS Carnival this year. This is an extraordinary effort and speaks to the determination and commitment of our students and the pride with which they represent our College. It is an achievement that celebrates the depth, culture, and spirit of sport at Corpus Christi. Special thanks to Mr David Trickett and the Junior School staff for their considerable efforts.
Our Senior student leaders have also been busy of late with our 2026 Prefect Team heading off to Dwellingup for their Prefect Camp. This event allowed out students to gather as a team to develop their whole school strategy for next year. We look forward to them sharing their initiatives with the school community into the new year.
Parent and Caregiver Engagement
We have also greatly appreciated the excellent engagement of our parents and caregivers in the life of the school this year, including most recently with our Friends of Corpus strategic input workshop last week. Parents were provided with the opportunity to feed into the conversation of ‘what went well this year?’, and ‘where to for next year?’. This process forms a part of our Catholic School Improvement Strategy giving parents an important voice in the direction of the school.
I often highlight the extensive body of research showing that parent engagement is among the most significant factors influencing a child’s educational success. According to the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL), decades of research confirms that when parents actively participate in their child’s learning, both at home and through school partnerships, students demonstrate higher academic performance, stronger motivation, and improved social and emotional development.
Engagement, of course, goes beyond attending school events; it includes creating a supportive and enriching home environment, encouraging high aspirations, and maintaining open communication with teachers. These actions foster motivation, confidence, and resilience in learners, which are critical for long-term success.
To this end, over the course of the year, we have focused on parent engagement opportunities for parents curated through our four Pillars to support the holistic development of our students. Guest speakers and workshops have supported the development of a common language and shared ideas on how to support our students. We are very grateful to our parents and caregivers for their support of these events and for their invaluable input.
We look forward to continuing to develop authentic parent engagement programs and initiatives into next year in support of the holistic growth and development of our students.
Capital Development
We were thrilled to officially take possession of the newly refurbished James Nestor building last week. This milestone marks an exciting step forward in our ongoing commitment to providing modern, innovative learning spaces for our students. The refurbishment has transformed the building into a vibrant and functional environment that will support a wide range of educational activities and enhance the overall experience for our community.
With this project now complete, we are preparing to commence works at our Junior School. These upgrades will play a significant role in improving facilities across our amalgamated campus, ensuring that every student benefits from contemporary spaces designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and growth. This investment reflects our vision for a future-focused learning environment that meets the needs of today and tomorrow.
Best wishes and every blessing
Jeff Allen
Principal
James Nestor Building Refurbishment Complete
We are excited to share that the refurbishment of the James Nestor building for our Year 5 and 6 students is now complete. This vibrant, refreshed learning space features four contemporary classrooms designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. At the heart of the area is a large breakout space, connecting all classrooms and providing flexibility for group activities and innovative learning experiences. A dedicated bag-storage zone has been thoughtfully integrated to support students’ daily routines.
This location will serve as a temporary home for our Year 5 and 6 students while we complete major refurbishment works in the Junior School classroom atriums during 2026 and 2027.
On Friday afternoon, we welcomed our Junior School staff to preview the space, and today, the whole College staff had the opportunity to learn more about the refurbishment. This is an important step in shaping what the future of learning spaces will look like across our K–12 College. These enhancements align with the College’s broader vision of holistic, contemporary learning environments to ensure that “learning happens anywhere, anytime” on our campus.
For more information about our Capital Development plans, visit the link here.
Music Tutoring Opportunities
If you would like your child to learn an instrument through the College in 2026, please complete the enrolment form by the dates below.
Junior School students from Year 3 onwards are welcome to apply, with a limited selection of instrument options available.
Weekly lessons take place during College hours, with limited availability for out-of-school times. Priority for requested times is given to Year 11 and 12 students to support their academic commitments.
To commence lessons in:
Term 1, 2026 – Submit by Friday, 12 December 2025
Enrolments received after this date but before Term 1 begins may start during Term 1.Term 2, 2026 – Submit by Friday, 27 March 2026
Term 3, 2026 – Submit by Friday, 12 June 2026
Term 4, 2026 – Submit by Friday 11 September 2026
Instrumental lessons are available to all students at Corpus Christi College.
Don't miss the opportunity to nurture your child’s musical talents!
Parent Engagement Opportunities
We direct your attention to our Annual Community Meeting post on our Events page here, which outlines details of this important meeting. Also included is an invitation for parents and caregivers to submit an expression of interest to join our Catholic School Advisory Council.
Uniform Shop
A reminder that all students, apart from current Year 11s, must be in the new school uniform as of Day 1 of Term 1, 2026. This will mean that there will be significantly more students than usual needing uniform fittings before the start of the new school year. Please keep this in mind and start considering any new uniform requirements now to avoid the January queues.
The final day of trade for 2025 will be Monday 8 December. From Tuesday 9 December, the Uniform Shop will be closed for our annual stocktake. We will reopen in January for fitting appointments and walk-in days, as advertised. Any online orders placed from Monday 8 December will be available for collection on our first fitting day: Wednesday 21 January 2026.
Summer Uniforms 2026 Bookings
From Term 1, 2026, all students are required to wear the new College uniform. To support families with this transition, we’ve opened Uniform Shop bookings for full uniform fittings. While priority will be given to incoming new students, current students are also welcome to book an appointment if a full fitting is required.
Fitting Appointment Dates (3.20 pm–6.00 pm):
Wednesday 19 November 2025
January Fitting Appointments (9.00 am–3.30 pm):
Wednesday 21, Thursday 22, Friday 23 January 2026
Tuesday 27 & Wednesday 28 January 2026
If you only need a few items, please visit us during our walk-in days or regular shop hours. Orders can also be placed online via Flexischools.
Walk-in Days (9.00am–3.30pm unless stated):
Thursday 29 January 2026
Friday 30 January 2026
Monday 2 February 2026 (8.00 am–4.00 pm)
Pre-Loved Uniforms
As part of our commitment to environmental stewardship and in partnership with the Friends of Corpus, we encourage families to participate in our Uniform Recycling Program. Gently used uniforms can be donated to support sustainability and help other families in our community. Information is detailed below.
Let’s work together to reduce waste and support one another—thank you for being part of this initiative.
Enrolments Update
Enrolments - Families with Siblings
Families who would like their other children to join their siblings at the College are kindly reminded to submit an enrolment application for their intended year of entry.
Year 7 2028 Entry
We anticipate that the processing of the Year 7, 2028 cohort will commence later this year. Families who have siblings at other schools and are interested in a place for Year 7 2028, are encouraged to lodge an enrolment application at your earliest convenience.
We welcome all enrolment enquiries here: enrolments@corpus.wa.edu.au or 08 6332 2566
Corpus Christi College Christmas Appeal
As we approach the festive season, Corpus Christi College invites our community to take part in the 2025 Christmas Appeal. This is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to share the spirit of giving by supporting those in need.
Let’s come together in Courage, Commitment and Compassion to make this season a little brighter for others.
Please bring all donations by Monday of Week 8.
Junior School: Deliver items to your classroom teacher
Senior School: Deliver items to your homeroom teacher
How Students Can Help:
Everyday non-perishable food items: Cereal, pasta, noodles, rice, tea/coffee, canned fruit and vegetables
Personal hygiene products: Shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste, toilet paper
Festive non-perishable foods: Christmas cake, pudding, shortbread, custard
Christmas gifts under $20: Please do not wrap or label gifts
Extras: Rolls of wrapping paper and blank Christmas cards
Let’s come together to support families in need this Christmas!
2026 Booklists Now Available
We are pleased to advise that the 2026 booklists are now live and can be accessed via the College website at www.corpus.wa.edu.au/booklists.
To ensure all physical items arrive in time for the start of Term 1, families are encouraged to place their orders by Sunday, 7 December 2025. Orders placed after this date may experience delays, and delivery before the commencement of the school year cannot be guaranteed.
Important Information
Purchasing stationery items: Families are welcome to reuse stationery items from previous years or purchase them independently. However, specialist items such as handwriting books, novels, and subject levies must be arranged through the booklist. Further details can be found in the Junior School booklist memo for purchasing instructions for Years 1-6.
Years 8–11: Booklists for these year groups are available on both the College website and the Box of Books shop. Digital textbooks purchased through Box of Books include access to interactive features and enhanced learning resources.
Inclusive Learning Centre: A customised booklist is available for students engaged in this program which can be accessed here.
For full details and access to all year-level booklists, please visit www.corpus.wa.edu.au/booklists.
Confirming Year 11 2026 Subject Allocations
Students entering Year 11 in 2026 have now received their subject selection confirmations via email, sent directly to their student accounts.
We kindly ask parents and caregivers to check this information with their child to support booklist purchases.
If you have any concerns after reviewing the email together, our team is here to assist. Please contact eso@corpus.wa.edu.au
Term Dates
For a quick glance of the College Term, Student free days and more, visit the link here.
Calendar highlights are below:
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Did you know our College Calendar offers dual access? It’s publicly available online for general viewing, but signing in reveals a richer, more detailed schedule. Follow our easy step-by-step instructions to make the most of the calendar: Parent Calendar Overview - IT Helpdesk.
Please refer to the College Calendar for the most up-to-date event dates and information, as it serves as the definitive source.
Christmas Carols
Celebrate the season with music, food, and festive fun!
📅 Tuesday, 25 November
🕓 4.30 – 7.15 pm
📍 Junior School Oval
What’s on:
Performances by Kindy–Year 6 & Senior Choir
Food trucks & picnic atmosphere (alcohol-free)
Festive dress encouraged – Santa hats, tinsel, lights!
Audience sing-along with QR lyrics
Surprise special guest 🎅
All the details are available on the College Calendar here.
Bring your holiday spirit and enjoy an evening of community and cheer!
Ticketed Events
Rockfest Concert
20 November 2025 - 6.30pm
Get ready to rock the night away with electrifying performances from our student Rock bands, showcasing the energy and talent they've honed throughout Semester 2.
Learn to Swim at Corpus
Corpus Christi College offers a Learn to Swim Program onsite at the Jennifer Reilly Aquatic Centre. The aquatic centre features a covered and heated 25 metre, eight-lane indoor lap and water polo pool, a separate 12 metre learn-to-swim pool and terrace seating for 180 people. Our Learn to Swim Program is facilitated by Speed With Style, a company who provide a unique approach to swim teaching called Individualised Custom Teaching, which was developed by Dr Nigel Williams in collaboration with head coach and Speed with Style Founder - John Williams.
The Learn to Swim program is available to both Corpus Christi College students and those external to the College.
You can register and find more information about Speed with Style here.
Parish News
St Thomas More Bateman Parish warmly invites members of the College community to join the Parish this coming Sunday 23 November at 10.00am to celebrate the Feast of Christ the King.
This Feast marks the final Sunday of the Church’s liturgical year. It is a time to reflect and renew our commitment before we enter the season of Advent.
Following Mass, the Parish will hold a Eucharistic Procession around the Church and the surrounding College grounds.
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Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award Celebration
On 30 October 2025, the Government House Ballroom hosted the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Australia (WA) Gold Ceremony, led by His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson AS APM and Mrs Darrilyn Dawson.
We proudly congratulate Alex Hayes and Orlando Jessup (Class of 2024) for achieving the prestigious Gold Level Award, accompanied by Award Leader Ms Jacqui Johnson.
This year, WA celebrated its largest Gold cohort ever, with over 100 young people recognised for their resilience, service, and leadership.
Emily’s Woodwind Win
We are thrilled to share some fantastic news! Emily Wahyudi has achieved 1st place in the South Suburban Competition for the Woodwind Under 13 category, showcasing her incredible talent on the flute.
Congratulations, Emily, on this outstanding accomplishment! Your dedication and musical excellence are truly inspiring.
Kaden’s Championship Victory
After two weeks of intense trials, Kaden earned his spot on the Willetton Tigers Division 1 team. Just two weeks later, his team competed in the WABL Division 1 State Championship Tournament, playing seven games across the weekend, including the semi-finals and finals on Sunday.
The journey was full of highs and lows, but the boys never gave up. In the semi-final, the score was tied with just two minutes remaining when Kaden sank a clutch three-pointer to put his team ahead. That decisive shot secured their place in the grand final.
Fueled by confidence, the Tigers dominated the final and claimed gold in the State Championship—an incredible achievement! This victory means the team has automatically qualified for the WABL Nationals in September 2026, exactly the outcome they were hoping for.
Congratulations, Kaden, on your outstanding performance and leadership under pressure!
If you wish to share a student success story, email: marketing@corpus.wa.edu.au