Kalkallo’s newest school has officially been opened, following a ribbon cutting ceremony earlier this month.
Hume Anglican Grammar’s Kalkallo campus opened to students on July 11 for the start of term three, with the official opening held on August 15.
The celebration began with a traditional smoking ceremony, conducted by Wurundjeri man Thane Garvey. The ceremony involved the burning of eucalyptus leaves to cleanse the area and provide protection for the new building, followed by a blessing of the building itself. The ribbon was then cut, officially opening the new building.
Parents were then invited to tour the school building which comprises the prep and year 1 and 2 learning neighbourhoods, as well as ancillary spaces.
The school said it was thrilled to have this new facility for its youngest learners.
Speaking on opening day, assistant principal Kristen Smith said everyone has been loving the new campus.
“Smiles all around … teachers with brilliant beams on their faces, kids were just so excited walking into the new buildings, and our parents have been pretty enthusiastic as well,” she said.
Ms Smith said the design focused on natural elements for a dedicated primary school.
“Children warm to nature in a way that is really calming for them, as well as in a way that promotes curiosity,” she said.
