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Life at WGS

Extracurricular activities

At WGS, we believe education extends far beyond the classroom. Our extracurricular activities give students many opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills and build lifelong friendships.

Sport and athletics

Our annual athletics carnival is an eagerly awaited event that showcases our students’ athletic abilities. With sprints, long jump, high jump and an exciting tug of war, it is a day of fierce but friendly competition.

Students in sports uniform pulling a rope in a tug of war on the school oval while classmates watch

Book Week

Every year we celebrate Book Week with creative flair. Students from Kindergarten to Year 12 dress up as their favourite book characters, bringing the magic of literature to life in our school community.

Four Book Week photos of students in costume as book characters, including a group dressed as Where’s Wally

Science Week

Science Week is a week of exploration and discovery, when students dive into fascinating scientific topics through hands-on activities and competitions. It is a chance for our young scientists to shine.

Debating and public speaking

Debates are held throughout the year to showcase students’ talents and communication skills, earning recognition and praise. Our debating and public speaking teams consistently do well in inter-school competitions.

Four photos of WGS students at debating and public speaking events, including students holding medals and a shield

Youth forums

Our students take an active part in annual youth forums, such as the Blacktown Council Youth Forum, where they discuss important youth issues and share their ideas. It is a platform for them to make their voices heard.

WGS students with council representatives in a council chamber, in front of the Australian flag

Wellbeing events

Our commitment to our students’ wellbeing shows in the events and initiatives we organise to support their physical, emotional and social development, such as disability centre visits, a homeless run, cyberbullying workshops and parenting programs.

Upcoming events are announced in our newsletter, published twice a term.

Students in high-visibility vests handing out food at night, and a group seated in a meeting room