Grade 1s begin ‘big school’ at St Dominics Newcastle

Big smiles and excitement filled the morning as St Dominic’s welcomed its newest learners to their first day of 'big school'.

January 15, 2026

Zianne Leibrandt Less than a minute

A collage of photos of grade 1 learners, teachers and parents at St Dominics Newcastle. — St Dominics Newcastle welcomed its newest learners this week, ready and eager to start their 'big school' journey.

Smiles were spotted from far away as Grade 1 pupils entered their new classrooms at St Dominics Newcastle on the morning of January 14.

Eager and ready to learn, the school’s newest pupils showed great enthusiasm as they began their journey into the exciting world of big school.

See photos here:

A photo of a grade 1 learner posing at her desk while she colours in a picture. — A Grade 1 learner posing at her desk while she colours in a picture. (Image:St Dominics Newcastle).

A Grade 1 learner is pictured posing with her mother outside. (Image: St Dominics Newcastle).

A new Grade 1 learner poses for a photo outside with her parents on her first day of school. (Image: St Dominics Newcastle).

A Grade 1 learner poses for a photo with two of her teachers. In the picture is a colour-in book and crayons on her desk. — A Grade 1 learner is photographed at her desk with two teachers. (Image: St Dominics Newcastle).

A Grade 1 learner poses for a photo with her teacher. In the picture is a colour-in book and crayons on her desk. — A Grade 1 learner poses for a photo with her teacher. (Image: St Dominics Newcastle).

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