T3 Weeks 5-6
/👋 LIVE FROM THE HIVE … 👋
Evacuation and Lockdown Drills
Every term, we conduct emergency and lockdown drills to ensure that all children are familiar with the necessary procedures. Participation in these drills is essential, as it helps everything run smoothly in the event of a real emergency.
This term, our evacuation drill is scheduled for Tuesday the 2nd of September, between 3:30 and 4:30 PM. If you need to collect your child during these hours, email us and we will arrange for them to stay at the centre during the drill.
We’ll be holding a lockdown drill on Thursday 4th September, between 4:15 PM and 4:30 PM. We kindly ask that families avoid picking up children during this short window if possible. If you do need to collect your child during this time, just send us a quick email or SMS, and we’ll make the necessary arrangements. Thanks for your support in helping us keep everyone safe and prepared!
Senior Excursions!!
Thanks to the fantastic feedback we received through the anonymous parent survey and from the children themselves, we’ve re-launched our senior excursions! A big thank you to everyone who has already completed the excursion permission slip. If you haven’t had a chance yet, you can fill it out here.
Unfortunately, due to a high wind forecast, we had to postpone this week’s planned outing—but not to worry, we’re all set to head out next week!
As always, we’d love to hear your ideas. Feel free to share any suggestions with our Senior Stage Lead, Coach Matt, at matt@thehivebondi.com.au.
Christmas Closures
As we start looking ahead to the festive season, please note that our centre will be closed from Monday 22nd December and will reopen on Monday 5th January.
With the last day of school being Friday 19th December, there will be no holiday program running in December this year. We’ll be back in action on the 5th of January, ready for a fun and fresh start to 2026!
We’ll also be closed Monday 26th - Wednesday 28th January, for Public Holiday and staff training.
Hive Parent Survey - Results Are In!
A big thank you to everyone who filled out our anonymous parent survey—we really appreciate the time you took to share your thoughts. Your feedback helps us keep improving and making our centre the best place it can be for your children 💛
You can check out a summary of the outcomes here.
👨🍳 🎨 🎲 WHAT HAVE THE KIDS BEEN UP TO? 🏏 🧸 🧪
This fortnight gave us a mix of weather—one very rainy week followed by a warm, sunny one. We embraced the wet days with plenty of fun indoor activities, and once the sun came out, we made the most of every moment outdoors! Here’s what the children have been up to in our ACTIVITY CLUBS:
ART & CRAFT: paper badges, dot paints, toilet roll flowers, dads and lads doodles, homemade pet toucans, paper roll octopuses, origami rabbits, diy picture frames and a colouring competition!
SPORTS: kings and queens, voochey volley, star wards dodgeball, gymnastics, rob the nest, netball and last man standing soccer!
EXPLORE & DISCOVER: diy stylus pens, cardboard cities, paper plane comp, cosmic yoga, dance games and glow in the dark snowflakes
BAKING CLUB: blueberry muffins & choc-chip cookies… a fan favorite.
CONSTRUCTIVE PLAY: cubbies, straw construction, magnatile tower comp, legomasters and the famous beyblades!!
🏖️ HOLIDAY PROGRAM 🏖️
We’ve received lots of questions about our holiday program dates! Bookings will be open by 5pm on Thursday September 4th (Week 7)
🐝 BEES OF THE WEEK 🐝
Clara (Y4)
For being a gentle and positive role model to our kindies. Whether it’s helping with small tasks, offering a friendly smile, or including others in play, Clara is leading by example in a calm and thoughtful way—and that’s something really special!
We see you, Clara!
Javier (Y1)
Javier is our Bee of the Week because he’s always looking out for others in small but meaningful ways. Helping his friends make a paper plane this week was just one example of the kindness he shows every day. Way to go, Javi!
🐌 OUR GARDEN 🌿
Over the weekend, our wonderful Garden Guardian, David, popped in to make sure everything in the greenhouse was well watered—and what a sight it was! The strawberries planted with the children are coming along beautifully, and the climbing peas are growing tall and strong. On Wednesday & Thursday, the children had a chance to enjoy the garden and join in some lovely harvest moments.
The garden is thriving with the help of our little green thumbs—it's such a joy to see it grow alongside the children! 🌿🍓