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Head of Primary Message Week 28
- Apr 17
- 4 min read
A Celebration of Student Leadership
This week, I would like to share a special thank you to Mrs. Florence and our exceptional House Captain team. They have done a fantastic job of planning and hosting a series of House Games this year, and it has been a pleasure to watch their leadership skills truly flourish. đź‘Ź đź‘Ź
These games provide a wonderful opportunity for students of different ages to partner up and tackle fun challenges together. Beyond the competition, it is simply an opportunity to have a great time, which is exactly what Primary school should be about! Seeing the smiles and teamwork across the year groups reminds us that some of the most important learning happens through shared joy.
Year 5 students will have the opportunity to apply to be out next House Captains for 2026/27 very soon....
The Symmetry of the ISB Journey
On the same day as we said a fond farewell to our ISB Class of 2026 Year 13 students, we also welcomed a cohort of new parents visiting to enrol their children in our Early Years provision.
There is a great symmetry in these two events occurring on the same day. It serves as a powerful reminder that the ISB community is an enduring one; once you are a part of this family, you always belong. Whether our students are just beginning their journey in Pre-Kindy or preparing to head off into the wider world, the strength of ISB remains in the connections everyone builds.
Eco-Initiatives: Plant-Based Power
Starting next week, our Eco Team will be driving a 'Plant-Based' lunch initiative. The Green Team invites all Year 5 and Year 6 students to join them in the canteen from 20th April to 23rd April.
🎯 The Goal: This is a global initiative encouraging us all to reduce meat intake to help protect our planet.
🍽️ How to Join: Simply bring your plant-based lunch or snacks to the designated area and join the conversation.
On the same Eco and Environment theme, we will be launching our 📸 Wild Brunei photography competition on Earth Day (22nd April). This will be open to our entire community, so start keeping an eye out for those perfect shots of Brunei’s natural beauty. Entry details shared in Seesaw next week, but families are welcome to start taking pictures now to prepare their entries.
Looking Ahead: Dates for your Diary
Celebration of Learning (Friday, 24th April):Â We look forward to welcoming parents into school for a morning of shared discovery. This is a wonderful chance to join your child in their learning environment. Specific details and timings are being sent via your respective Year Group message threads on Seesaw.
Book Week Dress-Up (Monday, 27th April):Â An early heads-up to get those costumes ready! We have planned some truly fun initiatives for that week, with more information to follow shortly.
Thank you for your continued partnership and for making ISB such a vibrant place for our children to grow. If you have any questions about these upcoming events, please do not hesitate to message us in Seesaw.
Mr. Michael Everett
Head of Primary
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Coming Soon
Week 29 (next week)
Tuesday 21st April: BJSL Swim Gala hosted at ISB (selected members of the BJSL squad will be informed through Seesaw).
Friday 24th April: Primary Celebration of Learning. All parents from all year groups invited in to school to join their children from 7:45am.
Friday 24th April: Kindy Swim Gala (Bumblebees 8:20-8:40 & Butterflies 8:40-9am).
Week 30
Monday 27th April: Book Week Dress Up day.
All Week: Various Book Week Activities.
Friday 1st May: Music Showcases for Yr2 to Yr5 (times TBC).
Week 31
All Week: Selected students at FOBISIA Games.
All Week: Year 2 students begin break and lunchtime transition arrangements. Students begin to explore more of the campus at break and lunch times.
Thursday 7th May to Friday 8th: Yr4 Sleepover in Seria. Â (NEW)
Friday 8th May: Year 1 Assembly from 7:45am.
Week 32
Tuesday 12th May: Year 2 Trip (TBC).
Thursday 14th May: Reception & Year 1 Jerudong Park.
Thursday 14th May: Whole School Production Rehearsal (all day).
Week 33
All Week: House Captain applications (open to current Yr5 students).
Monday 18th May: Whole School Production Rehearsal (all day).
Tuesday 19th May: Kindy trip to Kilgus Stables.
Tuesday 19th May: Whole School Production (evening).
Wednesday 20th May: Pre Kindy trip to Kilgus Stables.
Wednesday 20th May: Whole School Production (evening).
Thursday 21st May: Whole School Production (afternoon).
Friday 22nd May: Swim Gala Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 (times TBC).
Friday 22nd May: Whole School Production (evening).
Week 34
Wednesday 27th May: Public Holiday (TBC).
Thursday 28th May: Mid Term Break.
Friday 29th May: Mid Term Break.
Week 35
Monday 1st June: Mid Term Break.
Friday 5th June: Swim Gala Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 (times TBC).
Week 36
Monday 8th June: Year 6 Secondary Experience Day.
Tuesday 9th June: All Year Groups Transition Day (time with new teachers).
Tuesday 9th June: Year 6 Secondary Experience Day.
Tuesday 9th June: Year 6 Music Concert (evening).
Friday 12th June: Reception and Year 1 Music Concert.
Friday 12th June: Year 5 at One Cineplex (short film screening).
Friday 12th June: Year 3 Sleepover (Bandar Campus).
Week 37
Tuesday 16th June: BJSL Netball and Rugby (selected members of the BJSL squad will be informed through Seesaw).
Wednesday 17th June: Public Holiday (TBC).
Date TBC: Year 5 Art Exhibition.
Friday 19th June: Kindy Parents meet Reception Staff Team (time TBC).
Friday 19th June: Pre Kindy to Kindy Parents Stay and Play (8 - 8:45am)
Week 38
Monday 22nd June: New Pre Kindy (26/27 cohort) Stay and Play (1pm - 1:45pm).
Friday 26th June: Year 6 Ceremony and Parade.
Week 39
Tuesday 30th June: Year 6 Bowling trip.
