Harrington Park - Highlights

Whole School Events at Harrington Park Public School

At Harrington Park Public School, we believe that strong connections between students, families, and the wider community create a rich and supportive learning environment. Our whole school events play a vital role in fostering engagement, celebrating diversity, and building a sense of belonging for every student.

These whole school events are more than just celebrations, they’re meaningful opportunities for connection, pride, and shared experiences. At Harrington Park Public School, we work together to create a school community where every student is engaged, supported, and inspired to thrive.

Throughout the year, we host a range of special events that bring our school community together, including:

• Kindergarten Orientation – welcoming our newest learners and their families into our school.
• 100 Days Brighter – celebrating our Kindergarten students’ first 100 days of learning.
• Education Week and Open Classrooms – showcasing student learning and inviting families to be part of the journey.
• Harmony Day – celebrating inclusion, cultural diversity, and respect.
• Anti-Bullying Week – promoting kindness, safety, and student wellbeing.
• NAIDOC Week – recognising and honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and history.
• Book Week – encouraging a love of reading through dress-ups, activities, and storytelling.
• Grandparents Day – a special occasion to honour the role of extended family in our students’ lives.
• Care, Believe, Succeed Award Assemblies – celebrating students who demonstrate our core values in their learning and interactions.

Sporting Opportunities at Harrington Park Public School

At Harrington Park Public School, we value the role of sport in promoting teamwork, resilience, and healthy, active lifestyles. Our students are offered a wide range of sporting experiences throughout the year, catering to all interests and skill levels.

Through these opportunities, students are encouraged to be active, try new things, and represent their school with pride. Whether participating for fun or striving for competition, there’s a place for every student in sport at Harrington Park Public School.

Some of the key sporting opportunities we offer include:

• Athletics, Swimming, and Cross Country Carnivals – fostering school spirit and individual achievement
• Gala Days – where students compete in a variety of sports such as soccer, netball, rugby league, and more.
• State Knockout Competitions – providing skilled athletes with opportunities to represent the school in high-level competition.
• Swim Scheme – building water confidence and swimming skills through a structured program.
• Sydney South West Representative Sport Trials – giving students the chance to trial for regional teams across a wide range of sports.
• Weekly K–2 School Sport Program – developing fundamental movement skills in a fun, supportive environment.
• Macarthur Bulls Soccer Incursion – offering expert coaching and a professional football experience for students.

Creative Arts

At Harrington Park Public School, we believe in nurturing every child’s creativity and self-expression through the arts. Our Creative Arts program gives students the opportunity to explore music, dance, drama, and visual arts in meaningful and engaging ways.

These events are a highlight of our school calendar, providing all students with the chance to develop confidence, collaborate with others, and share their creative achievements with pride. At Harrington Park Public School, the arts are for everyone—and every student is encouraged to explore, create, and shine.

Each year, we proudly alternate between two major events that showcase our students’ incredible talents:

• Creative Arts Performance Showcase – a vibrant production where students shine on stage through singing, dancing, acting, and musical performances.

• Art Show – a celebration of visual creativity, where student artworks are displayed for families and the school community to admire.

  These events are a highlight of our school calendar, providing all students with the chance to develop confidence, collaborate with others, and share their creative achievements with pride. At Harrington Park Public School, the arts are for everyone—and every student is encouraged to explore, create, and shine.

Student Opportunities and Activities

At Harrington Park Public School, we are committed to providing students with a rich variety of opportunities to learn, grow, and connect beyond the classroom. Our programs are designed to support students in developing new skills, building friendships, and exploring their individual interests.

• Cultural and Language Program -  Activities such as our Cultural Connection group and the Multicultural Perspectives Public Speaking Competition that celebrate diversity and promote intercultural understanding.
• Excursions and Incursions -  Enriching educational experiences, including visits to places like the Camden Environmental Education Centre or Sydney Zoo.
• Public Speaking and Debating -  Events such as the Premier’s Debating Challenge help students build confidence and communication skills.
• Tournament of the Minds – challenging students to think critically and creatively as they collaborate in teams to solve complex, open-ended problems.
• Student Leadership & Student Parliament – empowering students to develop responsibility, voice their ideas and actively contribute to school decision-making.
• Cantabile Choir Performance – highlighting musical excellence and collaboration.
• Maths Olympiad – extending students with a love of problem-solving through activities that develop mathematical reasoning and strategic thinking.

Our Playground – A Place to Play, Learn and Grow

Our school playground is a vibrant, active space where children can run, climb, imagine and explore. Designed with fun and safety in mind, it encourages physical activity, creativity, and social connection. Whether it’s a game of soccer, building friendships, or discovering new challenges, the playground helps students build confidence, resilience, and teamwork skills, all while having a great time! It’s a place where laughter fills the air and every break becomes a new adventure.

NAIDOC Celebrations - Learning Through Story, Song and Connection

At Harrington Park Public School, we proudly celebrate NAIDOC Week each year with a range of meaningful activities that honour the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our celebrations include a whole-school assembly that reflects on the annual theme, followed by engaging classroom rotation activities where students explore First Nations perspectives through art, music, storytelling, language, and history. These experiences allow our students to build a deeper understanding and respect for Australia’s First Nations peoples.

Book Week - Imagining, Creating and Reading Together

Book Week is a much-loved event that celebrates our shared love of reading and storytelling. Each year, students and staff come together for a vibrant Book Parade, dressing up as their favourite book characters and bringing stories to life. Throughout the week, classes take part in a range of engaging literacy activities linked to the annual CBCA Book Week theme and shortlisted books, encouraging creativity, imagination, and a deeper connection to literature. It’s a joyful celebration that highlights the power of books to inspire, connect, and spark a lifelong love of reading.

Care, Believe, Succeed – Recognising Values in Action

At Harrington Park Public School, our Care, Believe, Succeed Award Assemblies are a special time to celebrate students who consistently demonstrate our school motto ‘Care, Believe, Succeed’, in both their learning and interactions at school.

These assemblies recognise students who show kindness and respect, confidence and perseverance, and personal growth and achievement. By honouring these positive behaviours at a bi-termly assembly, we aim to inspire all students to contribute to a safe, supportive and high-achieving school community.