SSP is excited to announce that our 2025 Sports Carnival will follow a tabloid format, providing an engaging and dynamic experience for all students. Here are the key details for the event:

Date:

Friday 12th September

Venue:

Santiago Park

Time:

8:45am: Children assemble on the top oval with bags, recess, drinks, hats, and sunscreen. They must wear runners and socks all day.

9:20am: Block 1 commences. Pre-primary returns to school at 10:30am; Years 1 & 2 return at 12:05pm.

Parent Viewing:

Parents and spectators are asked to remain in roped-off areas on the western, northern, and eastern sides of the oval.

Access to relay games and house tents will not be permitted.

Toilets:

Public toilets are available on-site.

Recess and Lunch:

Children should bring their own recess and lunch.

To keep the program on schedule, students will not be able to sit with parents during these breaks.

Team Colours:

Children should wear their House shirt. Please note, running spikes are not allowed.

Team Bays:

Children will return to their team bays for recess, lunch, and afternoon events. Parents and spectators are not permitted in Team Bays.

House Captains:

Captains will help set up equipment at 8:00am on the day of the carnival.

Athletic Medals:

Medals will be awarded at the end of the carnival along with the winning team shield. Medallions will be given for each grade level from Years 3 to 6.

Races:

100m Flat Races: Only A & B division runners will compete in the championship race after lunch. Medal awards will be based on performances in Long Jump, Shot Put, Turbo-Jav, 200m, 400m, 800m throughout Term Three, and the 100m sprint on carnival day.

Weather:

There is no backup day for this carnival. We will proceed regardless of weather conditions.

End of Day:

All students must stay at the carnival until its completion to support their House. After presentations, students will return to their class teacher and then head back to school for regular dismissal.

We look forward to a fantastic and fun-filled day!