Stories and highlights

Naidoc Week

Our school focused on the 2025 theme, "The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy," to honor the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Here is a sample of the activites undertaken as a community.

A range of activities were arranged to celebrate with some examples below:

• Indigenous games and art
• Musical performances by First Nations artists
• Welcome to Country ceremonies led by local Elders
• Student-led speeches on culture and community

Sarah Redfern Multicultural Parade

This event is where our students celebrate diversity of cultures in the school's community through parades, performances, food and art.

Parade of Nations: where our students walk together carrying flags from their countries of origin or heritage, as a way to visually represent our school's diversity of cultures. Our students, staff and community are also encouraged to wear their cultural dress to contribute to the spirit and the importance of this great event.

Our students present traditional dances, music, and a range of cultural performances. This special event brings our entire school community together to celebrate the richness of our diversity.

Inclusive Sports Day Excursion

Students recently participated in the NSW School Sport Unit’s Inclusive Sports Day, a fantastic event celebrating participation, teamwork, and inclusion.

The day provided students from K–12, across support, SSP, and mainstream settings, with the opportunity to experience a wide range of sports in a supportive and encouraging environment. All activities were modified and adapted to suit the needs of every student, ensuring everyone could take part, have fun, and experience success.

Students rotated through a variety of sports including AFL, basketball, cricket, football, goalball, netball, table tennis, and more, learning new skills and enjoying the spirit of friendly competition.

The Inclusive Sports Day was a wonderful reminder that sport is for everyone, and our students represented our school with enthusiasm, teamwork, and pride.

Our students attending a farm excursion

Junior AECG (Aboriginal Education Consultative Group): This group provides Aboriginal students with an opportunity to share their cultural knowledge, engage in leadership, and advocate for the needs of their community.

Mana Crew: This group is dedicated to learning about, engaging with, and celebrating South Pacifica cultures. Our learners are provided with the opportunity to explore the rich traditions, histories, and contemporary expressions of South Pacifica peoples, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of their diverse cultural heritage. It’s an empowering initiative that promotes unity, cultural pride, and leadership within our school community.

Drumming Group: Through rhythm and performance, our Drumming Group fosters teamwork, coordination, and cultural appreciation, while providing students with an avenue for self-expression.

Desi Dance Group: This group celebrates the cultural diversity of South Asia through dance, giving students the chance to explore traditional forms of movement while developing their creativity and confidence.

School Choir: Our esteemed school choir offers high potential and gifted students, in the creative domain, an exceptional opportunity to showcase their vocal talent at prestigious community and official events. Each year, our choir performs at the renowned Cantabile Music Festival at the Sydney Opera House, a highlight of the year that provides our singers with a truly unique and unforgettable experience. This platform allows our students to shine, building confidence and artistic excellence while connecting with a broader musical community.