The year 6 students recently went to Ern Halliday Recreation Camp—a beautiful bushland setting right in Hillarys! The camp was full of adventure and discovery, with students taking part in exciting activities like archery, the big swing, crate climbing, and team-based challenges designed to build confidence, leadership, and cooperation. It was an unforgettable experience that brought our students closer together and taught them valuable life skills outside the classroom.
Students in A2, B3, B4 and B5 recently enjoyed a fantastic excursion to SciTech, where science, technology, engineering, and maths came to life in the most exciting ways! Science lessons this term have focussed on the area of Chemical Science. The first activity at SCITECH was in the lab. Students observed many chemical experiments and found out that salt glows orange when it burns and copper glows green. This led to them discovering that burning hydrogen, produces a massive amount of energy, and can be used to fuel vehicles. In the Planetarian, the group observed the constellations that appear in our night sky. They also watched a movie detailing the Aboriginal peoples’ connection to the sky, water and land. Archaeological evidence together with Aboriginal oral stories passed down, through thousands of years are deepening our understanding of Aboriginal beliefs and culture. After lunch, students had some free time exploring the hands-on activities. In the Destination Mars exhibit, students discovered interesting facts about Mars.
On Friday 30th May and Friday 6th June Rooms B4 and B5 had a nom! Schools incursion. They learnt about healthy eating, did fun nutrition education activities and cooked up a storm! The classes cooked a few healthy and delicious recipes together, and at the end they all sat down and had a feast. Students were given recipe books to use at home, and we are looking forward to what they cook next with their awesome cooking skills! If you want to know more about Foodbank WA and their programs, go to nom.org.au for more information.
Our amazing student leaders and Mrs Ludovico led our most recent assembly. The energy was infectious as students were guided through a joyful performance that had everyone smiling and clapping along.
French has been fabulous this term! Our Year 5 and 6 students partnered with the Kindy and Pre-Primary classes to share their French book creations. The older students read to their buddies, taught them some French, and even enjoyed playtime together. It was a heartwarming experience for all—and the big kids were just as eager to go back as the little ones!
Luma is one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit organisations specialising in women’s health and wellbeing. The organisation had recently been awarded a Bupa Community Grant to co-ordinate an art project at our school, to educate school children on the importance of environment and culture -‘The River Project’. The artwork was led by Noongar Aboriginal Elder Leonie Bartlett, with assistance from Melissa and Maxine. All students and staff from Hudson Park Primary School contributed to the art piece through hand prints.
As part of our journey to become a Positive Behaviour School (PBS), we’re developing a new mascot and visuals to reflect our school values—Harmony, Excellence, Respect, and Organisation (HERO).
Students have been invited to get creative and design what a Hudson Hero looks like! It could be a person, an animal, a symbol—anything that represents what being a hero means to them.
Designs need to be submitted by Thursday 26 June, with finalists chosen by the PBS committee and voted on by the school community. Parents are encouraged to chat with their children about their ideas. Competition forms are available from the front office.
Congratulations to the students who have been awarded Merit and/or Reading certificates
A few of our Year 5 and 6 students recently had the incredible opportunity to attend the V8 Supercars event, where they were given exclusive trackside access to see the action up close! The day was packed with excitement as students met professional drivers, engineers, and team owners, while also exploring the behind-the-scenes workings of the motorsport world. It was a real-world STEM learning adventure that highlighted the teamwork, innovation, and technology that drive the Supercars industry. This hands-on experience was both inspiring and educational—and one our students won’t forget anytime soon.
We recently welcomed our wider school community to a special Men’s Health Breakfast to mark Men’s Health Week. It was a fantastic morning where dads, caregivers, and community members gathered over a warm cuppa and a bite to eat to chat and connect. The event encouraged meaningful conversations around health and wellbeing, while also strengthening the bonds within our Hudson Park Primary community. Thank you to everyone who came along and helped make the morning so memorable!
