From the Principal
As we come to the end of a full term in lockdown, we should be so proud of what we have achieved as a Pymble family.
College Highlights
From the Deputy Principal – Academic (K-12)
Additional Learning Discussions in Term 4.
From the Director of Student Learning (11-12)
Last Friday, NESA announced that all HSC exams would go ahead starting on November 9. This is great news for our students as I am always amazed at the growth that can be achieved between Trials and the HSC exams.
From the Director of Student Learning (Years 7-10)
Information about NAPLAN results, Year 9 assessments and Year 10 examinations.
From the Chaplains
As we enter into Week 10 of our term during the Sydney lockdown, we come to the place where we bid farewell to our Year 12 students.
HSC Fitness Program
Transition from lessons to independence. An important guide for Year 12 girls and their families about the structure of their Term 4 learning and assessment.
Pymble Research Conference and Launch of the Pymble Institute
You are warmly invited to the 2021 Pymble Research Conference, including the launch of the Pymble Institute, the College’s home of research, innovation and professional learning.
Spotlight on Classroom Excellence
Each week in ‘Spotlight on Classroom Excellence’, Mrs Melissa McMahon, our Director of Teaching Excellence, will give you a window into some of the engaging and innovative teaching and learning happening in our classrooms across the College.
From the Lead – Psychological Services
School Holiday Supports and Resources.
Around the Grounds
From the Preparatory School
In reflecting on the term that has been and the approaching finishing line, my feeling is that we focus on the race itself rather than the end point when celebrating achievements, goals and personal bests.
From the Junior School
As we head into the holidays, we wish you all a safe and happy break from the routine of online learning and the school day.
From the Middle School
Welcome to our final week of Term 3. It has been such a journey and I am so proud of our girls and the tremendous support that the Middle School Leadership team has provided to them.
From the Upper School
As I write this newsletter, my final one as Head of Upper School, I’m reflecting on the fact that I’ve spent 3,088 wonderful days in the Upper School and had the incredible privilege of seeing more than 2,000 students move through Years 9 and 10.
From the Senior School
What a huge final week to end a very busy, and very strange, Term 3.
From the Boarding School
We made it! It has been such a different term with much uncertainty. I am, however, filled with admiration for our Boarders who have made the most of our changed circumstances while ensuring they enjoyed their extra time at home.
Co-curricular
Co-curricular Administration
The End of Term 3 Registration period opened at 12.00pm on Wednesday 1 September. but only Term 1 2022 Saturday Sport registrations have opened at this point
Hockey
Week 10 in Hockey
Performing Arts
From the Director of Co-curricular Performing Arts.
Dance
Week 10 in Dance
Language Arts
Week 10 in Language Arts
Music
Week 10 in Music
Student Voice
Pymble Pod
Welcome to the launch of The Pymble Pod! This new podcast is brought to you by students across Secondary School, and with guests from our Pymble community.
College Notices
Dads and Daughters Online Event
For all fathers, father figures and their daughters. A special event not to be missed.
Pymble Online Dance Tutorials
Take a step inside the first series of Pymble Online Dance Tutorials!
Managing Screen Time Webinar
School holidays can present substantial challenges for families when it comes to managing their children's technology use. Our Cyber Safety partner Family Zone are running webinars for parents on Managing Screen Time during the Holidays.
Online Uniform Shop
We are pleased to announce the Online Uniform Shop is open for click and collect. Please get your order in ASAP for our return to campus.
Relax and Explore
Our wonderful team in the Conde Library have created some wonderful materials for your family to Relax and Explore.
From Out of School Hours Care
Pymble Ladies’ College OSHC provides quality care for children from Kindergarten to Year 6 in the Junior School campus next to the John Reid Building.
Careers Information
Careers and courses information.
Cyber Safety Hub
Your family, your school and cyber safety.
COVID-19 Update (last updated 16 September)
Updated information regarding NSW Health regulations and requirements around the College. Thank you for playing your part in keeping our Pymble community safe.
Community
From the Director of Community Engagement
Read on for information about our College Shop hours, our Pymble Dads and Daughters event and more.
Where are they now? Lexi Ibbotson (2012)
My journey since leaving Pymble has taken several twists and turns, with many and varied experiences and opportunities in Australia and overseas.
105 Years of Pymble
Find out which of the five Schools was the first to use a computer program as an aid to learning in the 1980s at Pymble. Plus, the story behind our giving tree, the jacaranda, and historic photos from the construction days of the Jeanette Buckham Centre for Physical Education.
Pymble Business Directory – Now Live
The Pymble Business Directory invites current families to advertise their business or service to our Pymble family. The Directory can be viewed on the Pymble website. List your business today!
Pymble Publications
School Magazine 2020
Compiled by our talented girls, enjoy the highlights and achievements of 2020 at Pymble through their eyes. The Magazine features 320 pages of beautiful images of the girls participating in all that the College has to offer, as well as an in-depth showcase of their work, including student artworks, creative writing pieces, student leadership visions and House reports.
This is Pymble College
From day one, Pymble has forged paths for women where there were none. We have educated scientists, artists, community leaders, politicians, doctors, lawyers, musicians, athletes, entrepreneurs, Olympians and countless influential and compassionate women. Read about our past, present and future as we celebrate 105 years.
Parent Handbook 2021
Our Parent Handbook provides a quick and easy reference for families on all things Pymble. We encourage all our families to familiarise themselves with the handbook.
