Preparatory School
Vacation Care Program
The April 2025 Vacation Care program will run from Monday 14 April to Monday 28 April.
A detailed breakdown of the booking progress can be found here.
Scholastic Book Club 2025
We are excited to offer the Scholastic Book Club for Years Reception to Year 6 in 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for our students to explore new books and engage with reading in a fun and exciting way. Parents can place orders online using the LOOP system which allows you to pay by credit card.
For any questions regarding Scholastic Book Club, please contact the Preparatory School Librarian, Emily Feetham efeetham@westminster.sa.edu.au
What you need to know
How to Order
Browse the catalogue (available Week 5) with your child and select the books you'd like to order.
Visit the LOOP website at scholastic.com.au/LOOP or download the LOOP app from the App Store or Google Play.
Complete the order by following the instructions on the website or app.
Important Information
No cash orders will be accepted.
Book club participation is optional; there is no obligation to purchase.
Books will be delivered to the school and sent home with your child approximately two weeks after the order closing date.
Each order helps the school earn free books and teaching materials for our classrooms.
Benefits of the Book Club
Great selection of books to nurture your child’s love of reading.
Earn free books and resources for the classroom with every order.
Simple, cashless ordering experience for convenience.
Pancake Day
Pancake Day will be held on Shrove Tuesday, 4 March, raising funds for UnitingCare, an agency of the Uniting Church that supports people in need.
Students can purchase pancakes via the Qkr! app for $2.50 each or $5.00 for two.
Adding to the tradition, the inter-House pancake tossing relay will take place on the Prep School oval at approximately 12.10 pm. Parents are welcome to come and watch, though unfortunately, we are unable to provide pancakes for adults.
For any enquiries, please contact Preparatory School RAVE Specialist, Sue Whiffen, on 8276 0374 or via email at swhiffen@westminster.sa.edu.au
We look forward to a wonderful day of House spirit and shared enjoyment.
Weekly Sports Wrap
Westminster C Tennis
Over the summer, significant work has gone into strengthening Tennis at Westminster, with much of the credit going to Head of Tennis, Nick Garrett. On Saturday 15 February, our Primary C Tennis team took on PAC, a school known for fielding a strong team of six players. Representing Westminster were Seb, Ethan, Abigail, Giselle, Isabella and Zara.
The team has made impressive progress, developing a strong understanding of the game and positioning themselves well in matches. This improvement was evident as they claimed several sets against PAC – a rare achievement last year. Playing at number one, Seb secured a 6-2 win in his singles match, while Ethan, ranked at number two, edged out his opponent 6-5. The pair also teamed up for a doubles victory. We look forward to seeing more progress next week against Blackfriars.
Westminster Prep Swim Team – Final Trials
The final swimming trials for Westminster’s Prep Swim Team will take place on Tuesday 25 February from 7.45 to 8.15 am at the Westminster Pool. This is the last opportunity for students born in 2013, 2014 and 2015 to secure a timed result.
Events include:
- 100m Freestyle
- 50m Freestyle
- 50m Breaststroke
- 50m Backstroke
- 50m Butterfly
If you have not yet completed a trial, please come along. The final team will be announced on Wednesday 26 February.