Campus news
Celebration of Excellence 2025
Newlands Celebration of Excellence will be held on Tuesday, 2 December in Aikman Hall. It is set to be a spectacular evening celebrating our Middle School students on their 2025 journey.
Early Learning Centre
Looking back in the ELC
As the term comes to an end, we take a moment to reflect on the delightful year that was. From welcoming resident fish into each classroom, visiting the Haileybury bees, embarking on IGA shopping excursions and enjoying a Victoria Police incursion, to meeting our Year 3 buddies and celebrating several cultural events, each experience has offered the children rich opportunities to learn, explore and connect with the world around them. Our Celebration of Learning was a wonderful way to mark this journey, with families joining us to explore the children’s learning journals. This experience allowed our children to revisit their favourite pages with their loved ones and share in the special memories that have shaped their year. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our incredible families for your continued support, partnership and presence in our ELC community. As we head into the holidays, we wish everyone a joyful and restful break and send our very best wishes to the children moving on to Prep next year. We know they will continue to shine in the Junior School. For those families returning in 2026, we look forward to another fun-filled year of learning and discovery together.
Junior School
Henny Penny Hatching Program!
We were thrilled to welcome an incursion that brought the wonders of nature directly into our Year 1 classrooms at Newlands. At the beginning of Term 4, our students had the incredible opportunity to participate in the Henny Penny Hatching program, a delightful and educational experience that introduced baby chickens to the suburbs.
This eleven-day incubation program, led by friendly and experienced Henny Penny Hatching staff, provided a captivating experience in a safe environment. The staff set up the program in our classrooms, making it completely hassle-free, with no mess, no fuss, just enjoyment and learning.
Students were able to watch eggs hatch in specially designed incubators and observe the chicks at play in large, clear-sided brooding pens. This hands-on experience complemented our science curriculum perfectly, as students explored life cycles and witnessed the miracle of life first-hand.
It was wonderful to see the joy, curiosity and excitement the baby chickens brought to our classrooms. This unique experience has become a memorable highlight of the term, enriching our students’ understanding of nature and science.
Year 2 Botanical Gardens excursion
Our Year 2 students recently embarked on a memorable excursion to the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria in Cranbourne, where they explored the many physical, mental and emotional benefits of spending time outdoors. The Health and Wellbeing in Nature program invited students to connect with the natural world through playful, hands-on experiences that encouraged mindfulness and self-awareness.
Key elements of the program included learning to practice mindfulness in natural environments, discussing how different activities can influence emotions, and considering the importance of incorporating time in nature into daily life. By the end of the excursion, students not only gained a greater appreciation for the natural world but also a better understanding of how being in nature can support healthy habits and overall wellbeing.
This enriching experience highlighted the profound connection between nature and wellbeing, leaving students with lasting memories and insights into the benefits of caring for both themselves and their environment.
Middle School
Youth Art Award
Year 7 student Cecilia has won the people’s choice award in the Glen Eira Youth Art exhibition 2025 art competition. Congratulations Cecilia on this award and showcasing your artistic talents.
Newlands Art Show
Please join us for the Newlands Art Show on Thursday, 27 November in the Sports Hall and Drama Studio, 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm.
Showcasing art from ELC to Year 8, Junior School UV Glow room, Years 3 and 4 art and craft market stalls, hands on art activities, food and drinks, dance acts and live music.
Hugo Engele
Head of Newlands (Keysborough)
Haileybury Parents & Friends Keysborough (HPFK)
HPFK 2025
This year has been another fantastic one for the Haileybury Parents & Friends of Keysborough , filled with community connection and support across all areas of the School. Throughout the year, HPFK has proudly hosted and supported a range of events including the Stay and Play BBQ, coffee mornings, Father’s Day and Mother’s Day stalls, Pancake Days, the Senior School BBQ and petting zoo, and many other school activities that helped bring our community together.
As we approach the end of the year, preparations are well underway for two exciting milestone celebrations: the Year 4 Graduation Celebration and the Year 8 Graduation Celebration. These events mark special moments in our students’ Haileybury journeys, and we are thrilled to celebrate their achievements alongside their families.
HPFK is also proud to continue supporting the Year 7 HPFK Haileybury Foundation Scholarship, which provides valuable opportunities for a year 7 student starting their journey here at Haileybury. This initiative is made possible through the continued generosity and efforts of our volunteers, particularly those who dedicate their time to the HPFK Uniform Shop, with proceeds going directly towards the scholarship fund.
We extend a heartfelt thank-you to all our volunteers who have given their time, energy and enthusiasm throughout the year. Your support plays a vital role in fostering the sense of community that makes Haileybury so special, and HPFK could not achieve all that it does without you.
Amy Ching
President, Haileybury Parents & Friends Keysborough
