Student opportunities and activities

Student Leadership

At Kemblawarra Public School, we take great pride in nurturing confident, compassionate, and responsible student leaders. Our Student Leadership Team play an active and valued role in shaping our vibrant school community.

Our leadership structure includes several tiers:

• School Captains – selected from the Year 6 cohort, representing our school with pride and integrity.
• Student Representative Council (SRC) Leaders –  representatives from each class, providing a strong student voice and leading key school initiatives.
• Class Captains – an accumulative leadership opportunity where new captains are nominated each term, ensuring a variety of hardworking students have a chance to contribute.
• Sports House Captains – elected by their house peers to inspire teamwork, school spirit, and participation across sporting events.

Sporting Events

Sport is essential for primary school students as it plays a crucial role in their physical, mental, and social development. Participating in sports helps children develop fundamental movement skills which are vital for overall physical health.

Engaging in sports also contributes to improved focus and academic performance. Active children tend to be better at concentrating, retaining information, and managing stress, which can positively influence their classroom learning.

At Kemblawarra we strive to offer a well-rounded approach to child development, promoting physical fitness, emotional well-being, and social skills, while instilling values of teamwork, respect, and fair play.

Sporting Opportunities:

• Swimming Carnivals
• Cross Country Carnivals
• Athletics Carnivals
• Sport Incursions
• P-2 Gala Days
• 3-6 PSSA Gala Days
• Movement Breaks
• Sport house and vice captains
• Representative Trials
• NSW Schools Knockouts

Dance Festival & Southern Stars

DANCE FESTIVAL

Each year, our students proudly represent our school at the Dance Festival. It is an incredible celebration of creativity, teamwork, and storytelling through movement. The experience gives our students the confidence to perform on stage and the opportunity to express themselves through dance. The effect of our participation in dance festival can be seen by our students increased persistence, confidence and willingness to give new opportunities a try. Our teachers create the music, choreography, and costumes, thoughtfully linking each routine to their class’s learning for the year. It is a true showcase of passion, imagination, and collaboration!

SOUTHERN STARS

Each year, our school proudly takes part in Southern Stars. It is an inspiring regional performance that brings together thousands of students from across NSW. This wonderful experience gives our students the chance to work with professional dance teachers, learn choreography, and perform on a grand stage. Beyond the lights and costumes, Southern Stars helps our students build confidence, teamwork, and lasting friendships as they collaborate with children from other schools. It’s a highlight of our school year and a celebration of creativity, dedication, and pride in performance.

After School Clubs

At Kemblawarra Public School, learning doesn’t stop when the bell rings! Our After School Clubs program offers students exciting opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills, and connect with friends in a supportive and engaging environment. Led by our dedicated teachers and support staff, these clubs encourage creativity, teamwork, and curiosity across a wide range of activities.

Students are invited to choose from a variety of clubs, including:

• Cooking Club  – Budding chefs learn to prepare delicious meals and snacks, often using fresh ingredients harvested from our own permaculture garden.
• Dance Club  – Dancers work together to choreograph routines and perform as a troupe at major events such as the Dance Festival and Southern Stars.
• Chess Club  – Students develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with support from an expert chess coach who visits each term. Members also have the chance to represent the school at local and regional chess tournaments.
• Sport Club  – Active and energetic, this club focuses on building sporting skills through fun and engaging games from a variety of sports codes.
• Homework Club  – A calm and supportive space where students can complete homework with guidance from teachers and support staff.
• STEM Club (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics)  – Innovators and creators come together to explore coding, robotics, and hands-on experiments that spark curiosity and problem-solving.
• Craft Club  – Students design and create using a range of materials such as fabric, wood, clay, and paper, bringing their creative ideas to life.
• Art Club  – Under the expert guidance of our art teacher, students experiment with clay, papier-mâché, watercolours, paint, and pastels to produce unique and expressive artworks.

Our After School Clubs provide students with meaningful ways to extend their learning beyond the classroom, build friendships, and discover passions that may last a lifetime.

Trips and excursions

Our students enjoy getting out of the classroom to explore, learn and try new things. These experiences help them grow, build confidence and see how their learning connects to the world.