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“Everyone has settled in well, and the transition days have really paid dividends.<\/p>\n
“I would like to thank the children, staff and families for making it a positive start to the year.”<\/p>\n
It has been a similar experience at Holy Rosary Primary School.<\/p>\n
Teacher Ashlea Rigg said the students had settled in well following transition sessions held last year.<\/p>\n
“The children are enjoying learning and making friends,” she said.<\/p>\n
Student Jessie said she was enjoying the new activities, while Roy said his favourite part of school was learning about maths patterns.<\/p>\n
Remy said he loved the playground, Hallie enjoyed sport, and Lyla said her favourite place was the sandpit.<\/p>\n
Principal Jen Roberts said she was pleased with the start to the year.<\/p>\n
“All the children have settled in well and are engaging with each other,” she said.<\/p>\n
“They are very happy, and we are glad the weather has been kinder this week.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
NEW foundation students at Heathcote and Holy Rosary primary schools have settled in well, enjoying a range of activities and making new friends. At Heathcote Primary School, the playground has quickly become a favourite spot for students. Foundation teacher Kirsty Hamilton said her class had been excited to start the school year. “We had lots […]<\/p>\n