On Friday the 21st of November, our Year 5 students had a fantastic day exploring the Adelaide Zoo as part of our Science unit “Living things have structural features and adaptations that help them to survive in their environment.” The excursion provided an exciting hands-on opportunity for students to apply their classroom learning to real-life examples in the natural world.

Students participated in a 45-minute program led by zoo educators, where they examined a range of taxidermy animals up close. This session helped them identify key structural features—such as specialised feet, teeth, skin coverings, and body shapes—and discuss how these adaptations help animals survive in their specific habitats.

Throughout the day, students walked around the zoo making observations of a variety of animals. Two clear favourites were the giant pandas and the giraffes, which sparked lots of great discussions about diet, camouflage, and physical adaptations such as neck length and paw structure.

Of course, no excursion is complete without some time to play, and the students thoroughly enjoyed a break on the zoo’s fantastic playground.

A huge thank you to our wonderful parent volunteers who helped supervise and support the students throughout the day. Your time and enthusiasm made the excursion run smoothly and safely, and we truly appreciate your involvement.

Overall, it was a memorable and educational experience that brought our Science learning to life!

Our super excited Reception classes were able to enjoy Marty McBubble’s Scientific Bubble Show in Week 5. This delightful show brought science to life through bubbles—sparking wonder, laughter, and learning across the room. 

Our students explored the following ideas: 

• What makes bubbles form
• Bubble shapes and geometry
• Watching how bubbles reflect light and change form

Marty’s vibrant performance was perfectly pitched at Reception-level curiosity and energy and we congratulate our students for showing excellent audience skills. They listened intently, supported their peers, and demonstrated fabulous behaviour throughout. The highlight of the performance was giving each child the opportunity to step inside a life-sized bubble!

Encouraging deeper inquiry and observation aligns beautifully with our inquiry-based learning approach. We encourage our students to keep asking questions, wondering and learning through play and a hands-on experiences.

Once again, well done to our young scientists for a memorable and educational event. A big thank you to Marty McBubble and Bright Spark Entertainment  for inspiring us all!

Reception Teachers: Katie Haywood, Mahlah Hannaford and Rebecca Thomson

On Thursday, 20th November, our Year 1 classes enjoyed a hands-on cooking experience focused on two important learning goals: making healthy food choices and following procedures carefully.

It began with excitement as students rolled up their sleeves to create their very own pizzas. This activity was not only fun but also educational, as children explored how to select nutritious ingredients and understand the steps involved in preparing food safely. From spreading the sauce to adding colourful toppings, every child had the opportunity to practice independence and responsibility in the kitchen.

After the cooking session, students participated in a series of engaging games designed to reinforce thinking skills and teamwork. These activities encouraged collaboration and problem-solving.

We are incredibly proud of our Year 1 students for demonstrating Bethany Christian School’s values throughout the day. Their enthusiasm, respect for instructions, and willingness to help one another truly shone. It was wonderful to see them apply classroom learning in such a practical and enjoyable way.

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing volunteers who generously gave their time to assist with preparation, supervision, and clean-up. Your support made this experience possible and ensured everything ran smoothly.

This event was a fantastic reminder that learning can be both meaningful and fun. Well done, Year 1, for embracing healthy choices and showing such care in following procedures!

Please note that Monday, January 26 is a public holiday for Australia Day, and the shop will be closed.

Did you know we run a Playgroup every Friday during the school term?

If you have a little one aged 0–5, come along for a morning of fun, connection, and a free coffee on us!

Join us at Base Church from 8:45 am to 10:30 am—we’d love to see you there!

It was a warm day for our State Hot Shots Tennis Carnival, but all of our students arrived well prepared and stayed hydrated, helping them perform at their best. It was wonderful to see so many schools from both metropolitan and regional areas represented on the day.

Our students showed fantastic attitudes and gave their all in every match. They supported one another, and many - even those who don’t regularly play tennis - rose to the challenge and performed at a very high level. Their efforts earned us an impressive 8th place overall in the state for Year 3/4 schools.

Well done, Bethany team! It was great to see you embrace the challenge and enjoy the day!

Mr Grieger & Miss Taylor