On Friday, 16th August, Year One travelled to the Sydney Olympic Park to study for their Geography unit, the Features of Places. Many of us had been to the park previously but we had never realised the amazing variety of animals, plants and natural features that make this environment special and extraordinary.
We walked along wooden trails through the mangrove forest, looking down at the roots and trees. We tasted salty leaves that soak up the salt from the water, collected different types of seeds and threw the furry seeds into the creek and watched them float downstream where, one day they will grow into more mangrove trees. We observed some Australian native creatures that live around the mangroves or in the dry forest. We were introduced to the friendly long neck turtle, Petal and the Blue tongue lizard, Garigan. We explored a dry forest and identified the different invertebrates and their homes. We had a visit from a friendly kookaburra as we talked around the Yarn time circle.
Back at the Education Centre we used scoops and ice-cube trays to catch water bugs that are so important for the environment. We used magnifying cubes to observe them close up and identify them by looking closely at their body parts and compare them to some identification pictures. We then observed them using a camera that magnified them onto the television screen.
Most importantly of all, we learnt how important this area is to keep for all living things and it is our responsibility to look after our wonderful world that God has made for everyone.
Click on this link to view a gallery of photos from the day.
Christ the King North Rocks
www.ctknorthrocks.catholic.edu.au
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01 Jul 2026
From Facebook
π Year 2 Showcase π Thank you to all the families who joined us for our Year 2 Showcase. We were so excited to share a snapshot of our learning this term. Our prayer songs have been at the heart of our daily classroom life, helping us to pray, show kindness, and remember that God is always with us. The students loved performing three of their favourites: Tickery Tock, God United, and My Lighthouse. We also shared our History learning, where we explored how communication has changed over time from the past to the many ways we connect today, including phones, emails, and video calls. Families also enjoyed viewing our creative clay sculptures, where students had the freedom to design and create their own unique artworks. We are so proud of all the students for their hard work and enthusi#CTKNorthRocks More photos to come:) #cspd2026 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #parracatholic #CTKCommunity #ChristTheKing #CTKNorthRocks
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01 Jul 2026
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π Year 2 Showcase π Thank you to all the families who joined us for our Year 2 Showcase. We were so excited to share a snapshot of our learning this term. Our prayer songs have been at the heart of our daily classroom life, helping us to pray, show kindness, and remember that God is always with us. The students loved performing three of their favourites: Tickery Tock, God United, and My Lighthouse. We also shared our History learning, where we explored how communication has changed over time from the past to the many ways we connect today, including phones, emails, and video calls. Families also enjoyed viewing our creative clay sculptures, where students had the freedom to design and create their own unique artworks. We are so proud of all the students for their hard work and enthusi#CTKNorthRocks More photos to come:) #cspd2026 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #parracatholic #CTKCommunity #ChristTheKing #CTKNorthRocks
30 Jun 2026
From Facebook
βοΈπ CTK Family Winter Sleepout Challenge πβοΈ This July, we invite all Christ the King families to take part in our Family Winter Sleepout Challenge. π Spend some time together outside on a piece of cardboard in your backyard or on your balcony. π Pray for people experiencing homelessness. π₯£ Share a simple meal such as soup and bread. π Reflect on what it might be like to live without a safe place to sleep or regular meals. This is a wonderful opportunity to grow in empathy, gratitude and compassion while supporting the important work of Vinnies. πΈ We'd love to see your family taking part! Send your photos to the school. Together, let's make a difference for those in need. β€οΈ #CTKFamilyChallenge #WinterSleepout #FaithInAction #Vinnies #CompassionInAction
29 Jun 2026
From Facebook
π Congratulations to our Bronze and Silver Award Recipients! π At last week's assembly, we celebrated students who have reached important milestones in our Whole School Reward System. π π These awards recognise students who consistently make positive choices and demonstrate our school values each day. Their dedication, effort and commitment have earned them either a Bronze Award (100 tokens) or a Silver Award (200 tokens)! π We are incredibly proud of all our award recipients and look forward to celebrating more student achievements throughout the year. Keep up the fantastic work! β #ChristTheKing #StudentAchievement #PositiveChoices #BronzeAward #SilverAward #ProudSchoolCommunity
28 Jun 2026
From Facebook
πβ¨ Congratulations to Our First Holy Communion Students β¨π Last weekend, many of our students celebrated the special milestone of receiving their First Holy Communion. πβͺ We congratulate all of our candidates and their families on this sacred occasion and are so proud of the faith, reverence, and commitment they have shown throughout their preparation. π A heartfelt thank you to Fr Ian, our CTK staff, parish community, and families for supporting our students on this important step in their faith journey. π May God continue to bless our students and their families as they grow in faith, love, and friendship with Jesus. πβοΈ #FirstHolyCommunion #CTKCommunity #FaithJourney #Blessed
27 Jun 2026
From Facebook
ππ Celebrating Our CTK Award Recipients! π π Last week, we proudly recognised our amazing CTK students who received awards for their hard work, positive attitude and commitment to their learning! ππ We are so proud of the way you strive to do your best and live out our school values each day. Keep shining and being wonderful role models in our community! β¨π Congratulations to all of our award recipients! ππ
26 Jun 2026
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β½οΈπ¦πΊ WORLD CUP SPIRIT AT CTK! π¦πΊβ½οΈ Our students brought all the energy, color, and passion today to cheer on the Socceroos! The school was absolutely buzzing with green and gold. We are so proud of the incredible team spirit on display. Let's go, Aussies! ππ #socceroos #WorldCup2026 #greenandgold #schoolspirit #GoAussies
26 Jun 2026
From Facebook
A big THANK YOU π to the wonderful mums, grandparents and our gorgeous little toddlers who joined us for our second Toddler Story Time this morning! πβ¨ It was so special to see our little visitors enjoying stories, craft, play and making new friendships in our Christ the King community. π§Έπ¨π We cannot wait to welcome everyone back next term for another fun-filled Toddler Story Time. If you missed out this term, we'd love to see you there! π Thank you for being part of our growing community, we look forward to seeing all of our little visitors again soon! ππ
17 Jun 2026
From Facebook
As part of our Religion and Sustainability learning, the Year 2 students created a picture of their ideal world. They imagined what the Earth would look like if everyone cared for God's creation by looking after the environment, helping others, and making responsible choices. Through their artwork, the students shared their hopes for a cleaner, kinder, and more sustainable world for future generations.
06 Jun 2026
From Facebook
More happy faces enjoying our Biggest Morning Tea. If you would still like to donate, here is the link:) https://www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/fundraisers/ctknr43390
04 Jun 2026
From Facebook
π©π CTK Supports Australiaβs Biggest Morning Tea ππ© Take a look at some of our Kindy and Year 2 students enjoying their Big Morning Tea:) Thank you, thank you to everyone who has supported our page so far. It will be open for a little while yet so please consider donating to this worthy cause. βπ© https://www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/fundraisers/ctknr43390 ππ #cspd2026 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #parracatholic #CTKCommunity #ChristTheKing #CTKNorthRocks #faithinactioncspd
04 Jun 2026
What Your Child Really Learns in the First 100 Days of School
One moment your child is holding your hand at the school gate and before you know it, they're walking in confidently, greeting friends by name, carrying their own bag, and coming home full of stories about 'assembly' and 'sport'. Hereβs what to expect in their first 100 days of Kindergarten.