Gratitude: the quality of being thankful, a readiness to show appreciation for and to return their kindness. Last week was National Boarding Week and it was another huge success for our students and staff at Blackwood House. I am grateful for the care and support that...

Before I move into this week’s news, I would like to pay special tribute to the Music Department for a wonderful Bands Concert, which was held last Friday night. The repertoire and capacity of our students was extraordinary. They have been challenged with the...

As I sat at the Garnsey assembly this week, I was so proud of our leaders and all our students. At the start of the year our School Captains created a motto: Culture, Connect and Courage, and at this assembly I saw this motto put into practice. It is one thing to...

We have had a fabulous week as we launch into Term 2. Many of our students attended ANZAC Day ceremonies around the region on Monday which has been followed by ANZAC Day ceremonies, led by our students whose families are members of the Australian Defence forces. My...

Well, here we are on the last day of Term 1.  I can’t help but want to shout out loud – we made it!!  We entered into this term, not indifferent to a person wanting to jump into an inviting swimming pool but knowing that there was every chance the water would be cold....