As the new Head of Castle Hill Campus, it has been a pleasure to meet many of you and your children and to see our students settle so positively into a new year of learning across both the Castle Hill and Kellyville campuses.
In just seven short weeks, our College has been filled with energy and excitement as students have engaged in a wide range of meaningful experiences, including camps, Opening Convocation, Week of Worship, Welcome Tea, the Swimming Carnival, Chapel, Excursions, Hills Zone events, Open Days, NAPLAN, and a variety of Creative Enrichment opportunities. We are deeply grateful for the ongoing support of our families and staff in all that takes place both in the classroom and beyond.
What are your favourite stories? Maybe it is a film, a book, a friend’s love story, or a piece of family history.
We all have stories that we hold close. These are the stories that shape us into who we are today. No matter how many times we hear them, even when we know all the ups and downs, twists and turns, there are some stories we never really get tired of.
Our annual Swimming Carnival was an awesome day full of fun, laughter, and sunshine! Students gave their best in the pool and showed incredible support for their houses.
It was fantastic to see our Junior School students getting involved. A special highlight was watching our Senior School students in the pool alongside them, offering encouragement, guidance, and a helping hand when it was needed. The seniors showed wonderful compassion and leadership, and it was clear that the younger students had an amazing time because of their support.
On Monday 2 March, our school was proudly represented by 10 Primary and 15 Secondary students at the Hills Zone Swimming Carnivals held at SOPAC. With many swimmers competing in five or six events each, it was a day full of determination, teamwork, and outstanding performances.
"Parents have an important part to play in role modelling a positive approach to using screens and assisting young people to navigate the content they watch.”
Dr Michael Carr-Gregg
Join us for this meaningful afternoon as we reflect on God’s blessings over the past 20 years and look forward with hope to the future.
Kindergarten has been focusing on the letter Ss and the /s/ sound – sss ! There have been many “wow” moments as students blend sounds, identify beginning sounds in words, clap syllables, and recognise rhyming words.
Our Book of the Week was Grandpa and Thomas , where we loved the playful sounds: “sssplish, sssplosh, sssplash!” Sammy Seal has also been our class mascot while exploring the letter Ss.
Congratulations to Chloe A who was selected to represent the CIS Cricket team, a fantastic achievement.
The team performed exceptionally well throughout the tournament, narrowly missing a place in the final after a heartbreaking loss to Sydney West on the second last ball of their pool game. Showing great resilience, the girls bounced back strongly to secure an impressive 3rd place overall with a convincing win against Sydney North.
Well done to Chloe and the team on an outstanding result!
In Brisbane, Finley P delivered an impressive performance at the Oceania BMX Championships. Competing against 50 of the top boys from Australia and New Zealand, Finley battled through intense heats to secure a third-place finish, showcasing his speed, skill, and determination on the track.
Finley’s achievements don’t stop there. His outstanding performance earned him a spot on the Australian Mighty 11’s BMX team, which will face off against New Zealand in July. With his talent and dedication, Finley is proving himself as one of the rising stars in the BMX scene.
Keep an eye out—this young rider is just getting started!
Recently, Year 11 Biology students visited Long Reef Rock Platform to conduct a field study on the distribution of aquatic animals living on the rock platform.
During the excursion, students observed and recorded different species in their natural habitat, applying the skills they have been learning in class. The fieldwork also formed part of their first Biology assessment task, with students completing worksheets and collecting data on site.
The excursion provided a valuable hands-on learning experience and a practical application of their Biology studies.
Year 12 students have already begun fundraising for their Year 12 Formal with a Valentine’s Day (V-Day) stall selling roses and chocolates. Students were able to purchase them for friends or someone special, with deliveries made throughout the day.
The stall created excitement around the school and helped raise funds for the much-anticipated formal. With a successful start to their fundraising efforts, the Year 12 cohort is looking forward to organising more activities throughout the year.
Earlier this term, our Year 12 students attended their annual retreat at CRU Camp Lake Mac, Lake Macquarie. The retreat gave students the opportunity to prepare for the important year ahead while spending time together away from school.
The 2026 All Schools Triathlon and Aquathlon, held over two days, saw some outstanding performances from our students.
On day one (25 February), James P competed in the Aquathlon, finishing 7th out of 120 competitors. His impressive result qualified him for the School Sport Nationals in Queensland, though James has chosen to focus on his other academic and sporting commitments.
Hills Adventist College celebrates student effort and achievement across all areas of the College life. From 2025, the Excellence Program will recognise students in Academics, Sport, Citizenship, and The Arts. Excellence at Hills is about doing your best and actively engaging in College life, not just results.
We would like to share some fantastic services from private-providers that are available to Hills Adventist College students from Kindergarten to Year 6 during Term 1, 2026. Enrolment details for each service or activity are provided below. Should you wish to enrol your child, please submit your enrolment form to the relevant external service provider.
Please remember that students should not be dropped off at school before 8:00am, as supervision is not available prior to this time.
The only exception is for students who are being dropped off to connect with a college bus service, as some services arrive slightly earlier.
This reminder applies to both the Castle Hill Campus and Kellyville Campus. Thank you for your support in helping us ensure the safety and supervision of all students.
Term 1 is underway, and it’s a great time for children to make new friends, learn new skills, and feel part of our OSHC community. This term, we are supporting children to connect with others, engage in the moment, and step out of their comfort zones to build confidence while exploring new interests and challenges.
Thank you for your continued support as we foster growth, learning, and positive relationships this year!
If you haven’t already submitted an enrolment application for siblings who will be starting in the 2027 school year, please note that the application deadline has now passed. Any new applications received will be placed on a waitlist for a spot.
As a general reminder, we encourage all families to submit enrolment applications as early as possible to assist with planning and to help secure a place.
Did you know that students have access to our online library system where they are able to browse through our library catalogue using the link HAC Online Library
This is a great place to see what Premier's Reading Challenge books we have available to borrow at Hills Adventist College. You are also able to renew and reserve books, leave a review or request a book.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge! Since it began in 2001, millions of students across New South Wales have enjoyed taking part in this wonderful reading journey. Hills Adventist College is proud to be celebrating this milestone and joining in the fun again this year!
Premier’s Reading Challenge (PRC) is a government initiative which runs from Monday 23rd February to Friday 18th September 2026. It is open to students from Kindergarten to Year 10 in 2026. Culture of Excellence points are earned for participation and bonus points for completion.
Open to NSW secondary schools (max. 2 students per school). Students must be 14 or younger on 1 January 2026.
Competitors present a 5-minute prepared speech (topic of choice) and a 2-minute impromptu speech (topic set by the adjudicator).
Local final: 21 July – 7 August (Term 3, Weeks 1–3).
Macarthur Adventist College warmly invites you to sing with us as part of the Sacred Choral Project, a community choir open to anyone who would like to rehearse together and take part in a special evening of praise and worship.
Rehearsal Dates:
• Monday 30 March | 3:00–4:30 PM
• Monday 4 May | 3:00–4:30 PM
Sacred Choral Evening:
📅 Wednesday 13 May 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
Join us for a beautiful evening celebrating faith through music.
For more information or to get involved, please contact Emma at
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[email protected]
Kellyville Adventist Church warmly welcomes the families of Hills Adventist College. As a local church community, we’re passionate about supporting and walking alongside families in every season of school life. Our motto is “Live. Love. Serve.” — living out an authentic faith, loving others as Jesus loves us, and serving our local community in practical and meaningful ways.
