Ferny Grove State School

25/10/2026

That’s a wrap on the 2026 Ferny Grove Festival!

Thank you to our wonderful and dedicated Ferny Grove State School P&C Association for all your hard work to plan, coordinated and deliver this amazing community event!

See you in 2027!



THAT’S A WRAP ON THE 2026 FERNY GROVE FESTIVAL! 🎡

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came along and helped make this year’s Festival so special.

To our incredible volunteers, sponsors, stallholders, food vendors, performers and entertainers — thank you for giving your time, energy and support. It takes a huge community effort to bring the Festival together, and we’re so grateful to everyone who played a part.

And to everyone who came through the gates, thank you for celebrating with us! Your support is what makes the Ferny Grove Festival such a wonderful community event.

Before we wrap up for another year, we’d love to hear from you. Please take a few minutes to complete our Festival feedback form and let us know what you loved and what we could do even better next year.

👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFFPtEu-TS8tNAbQVpRHM1lfn08154JGaA8P9cq3xgChGjPw/viewform

Thank you for being part of the 2026 Ferny Grove Festival. See you in 2027! 🌟

25/10/2026

🔵🟡Realising OUR Potential in 2026🟡🔵

Here is what's happening in week 4 of Term 4.

Check out other important dates to save the dates for in Term 4. Please keep an eye on eFlash emails and classroom teacher updates for important information throughout the week.

Calendar information can also be found here:

https://fernygrovess.eq.edu.au/calendar.../events-calendar

23/10/2026

We ❤️ Ferny Grove

Let’s show ABC Brisbane how much Ferny Grove is loved!

We're on the search for Greater Brisbane's best suburb starting with the letter 'F'.

Text either 'Ferny Grove' or 'Fairfield' to 0467 922 612 to vote.

Which of our finalists will get your vote?

21/10/2026

🔵🟡 Year 5/6 GALA DAY CANCELLED 🟡🔵

Due to ongoing wet weather, tomorrow’s Gala Day has been cancelled.

18/10/2026

🔵🟡 YEAR 5 and 6 GALA DAY 🟡🔵

FRIDAY 23 OCTOBER - Gala Day Round 1

Reminders:

🔶 Students must arrive at their classroom by 8:15am for roll marking. Students will be boarding buses at 8:30am. Any student arriving after this time will be sent to a buddy class for the day.

🔷 All students will be required to wear their full school uniform; FGSS Polo Top, Shorts/Skorts, shoes and school hat.

🔶 A reminder that futsal students will require shin pads and AFL students will require a mouthguard. Football boots are not allowed for Futsal, AFL, NRL touch or NFL flag. A soft visor is recommended for those playing netball.

🔷 Please note that canteens will not be available at each venue, so we require students to bring their own food and drinks for the day, along with sunscreen, a hat (or visor for netball) and a small bag.

🔶 Students not attending Gala Days will be required remain at school and participate in normal school operations in another year level. These students will need to report to the office in the morning before school commences.

🔷 Have fun!

18/10/2026

🔵🟡Realising OUR Potential in 2026🟡🔵

Here is what's happening in week 3 of Term 4.

Check out other important dates to save the dates for in Term 4. Please keep an eye on eFlash emails and classroom teacher updates for important information throughout the week.

Calendar information can also be found here:
https://fernygrovess.eq.edu.au/calendar.../events-calendar

15/10/2026

🔵🟡Prep - Year 2 Swimming and water safety program🟡🔵

Prep to Year 2 students start their program next week from Monday 19 to Thursday 22 October.

Please refer to the eFlash email sent on Thursday 8 October for detailed information and class schedules.

Important reminders:
⭐Sun safe shirt/rash vest and bathing caps are compulsory.
⭐Please label all your student's belongings

14/10/2026

🔵🟡2027 Prep Parent and Carer Information Session #4🟡🔵

Join us as we showcase all the opportunities your child will have in Prep 2027. Meet the team that will support your child as they venture into the schooling journey and ask all those questions you want to know as you start to prepare for Prep.

🗓 Wednesday 21 October
⏰6:00 - 7:00pm
📍FGSS Library

Register using the QR code below or via the following link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ferny-grove-ss-prep-2027-parent-carer-information-session-4-tickets-1982488546610

14/10/2026

🔵🟡Prep to Year 1 – Supporting a Successful Transition 🟡🔵

As part of our commitment to supporting a positive start to every stage of learning, we’re inviting all Prep families to attend our Prep to Year 1 Transition Information Session ahead of the 2027 school year.

Led by our current Prep and Year 1 teaching team and supported by our Leadership Team, the session will provide an opportunity to learn what to expect in Year 1, ask questions and help your child feel confident and ready for this exciting next step. We look forward to connecting with you!

🗓Wednesday 21 October
🕑5:00pm - 6:00pm
📍FGSS Library

Register via the QR code or the link below.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ferny-grove-state-school-year-1-2027-transition-information-session-tickets-2003177361412

13/10/2026

🔵🟡2027 Prep School Tour🟡🔵

Explore our facilities, meet our friendly staff, and discover what makes our school special. This tour is perfect for families with children entering Prep. Don't miss out on this opportunity to see firsthand what our school has to offer.

🗓Tuesday 20 October
⏰10:00am
📍Administration building

Scan the QR code or register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ferny-grove-state-school-power-into-prep-school-tour-7-tickets-1982486888651

NOTE: The school tour is also suitable for any new families, in other year levels, considering or newly enrolled at Ferny Grove State School in 2027.