The Blakehurst Public School Podcast

In Episode 4 of the Blakehurst Public School Podcast, we share important school updates, celebrate our PSSA and Cross Country students, recognise recent PBL award recipients and hear from 1/2D as they explain the process of cotton milling. We also share Harmony Day information, community news, jokes and this week’s riddle challenge.

In this episode, students from 1/2H explore online shopping as a digital system and how it supports users. We also dive into binary code in our science segment, enjoy a library book reading. The episode features a fun round of Agree, Disagree, Defend, some great jokes, and a maths challenge to get your brain working.

In this episode, we explore executive functioning and how it helps students stay organised and focused at school. Students from 1/2M share their learning about designing kitchens for different users, we enjoy a library book reading, and take on a debate about student choice in learning. There’s also a fun round of Agree, Disagree, Defend, some great jokes, and a short segment recognising ANZAC Day.

It’s our Welcome Back to Term 2 episode! Hosts Zara and Reha talk all about getting back into routine and settling into school life again. Plus, some of our Stage 3 students share their learning about volcanoes and solar energy. Add in our usual laughs, and you’ve got the perfect way to kick off the new term.

Our Easter special episode is packed with fun and learning! Enjoy a hilarious Easter story, a chocolate-themed debate, and some great student learning — including volcanoes, survival partnerships, and how our choices impact the environment. We also celebrate Eid, Easter and Harmony Day, plus there are jokes and a riddle to solve!

Episode 8 is packed with big ideas and exciting learning! Students take on a debate about whether every Year 6 student should have a turn in leadership and play a fast-paced round of Agree, Disagree, Defend. Jax explores Mount Vesuvius, Mia and Deanna investigate how coal impacts the climate, and Cody shares how petrol-powered cars affect the environment. The episode also includes some great jokes and a fun riddle to solve.Don’t forget to enter the amazing colouring competition hosted by the SRC, featuring Bluey our podcast mascot!

Episode 7 features a library book reading, a lively debate about whether kids under 12 should have to earn their screen time by helping around the house, and a fun round of Agree, Disagree, Defend played by the hosts. Students from 1/2D also share their learning about a giant kangaroo that lived in Australia long ago, and we recognise International Women’s Day by celebrating inspiring women and their achievements. The episode wraps up with some great jokes and a maths challenge involving time.

Episode 6 of the Blakehurst Public School Podcast features a library book reading, a thoughtful debate about student wellbeing, and a fast-paced round of the game Agree, Disagree, Defend. Students also explore science by comparing coastal weather with inland conditions, share some great jokes, and challenge listeners with a riddle to solve.

Presented by Zara and Leonard, Episode 5 of the Blakehurst Public School Podcast is packed with bold ideas and brilliant thinking. This week includes a library spotlight from a student reader, a lively debate on whether students should be allowed to use AI for homework, and a fast-paced round of Agree, Disagree, Defend!. Leonard explores the fascinating tools meteorologists use to predict the weather, Kindergarten shares what plants need to survive, and a student delivers a fresh round of jokes. The episode finishes with a multi-step maths challenge and a bonus weather quiz to stretch your thinking.

Join hosts Reha and Lilia for Episode 4 of the Blakehurst Public School Podcast! This episode features a library book spotlight with Mila, a lively debating challenge between Bryan and Hayley, and a science segment from Deanna explaining the greenhouse effect. Students from 1/2H share their learning about the life cycle of a bird, Zara delivers fresh jokes, and Leonard finishes the episode with a riddle for a Bluey Token (remember tokens are only given out in STEAM!).

Join hosts Layla and Jess for Episode 3 of the Blakehurst Public School Podcast — a fun, fast-moving episode packed with student voice and big thinking. This week features a library story spotlight, a Rebuttal Relay debating showdown with Mila and Reha, descriptive writing from Dora and Ana, hilarious jokes from Lilia, a science spotlight with Hayley explaining Earth’s four spheres, and a STEAM maths challenge prize opportunity with Mrs Chumkovski. Stories, laughs, arguments, and smart ideas — all in one episode!

In Episode 2 of the Blakehurst Public School Podcast, hosts Deanna and Bryan bring you a fun-filled episode featuring voices from Kindergarten and Class 1/2M. Enjoy a bite-size story reading by Luke from 5/6N, laugh along with jokes from Layla in 5/6B, and hear what our Kindergarten students love about school. The episode also includes a lively Would You Rather debate and a riddle challenge with a STEAM prize for listeners who solve it.

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Blakehurst Public School Podcast for 2026! In this episode, our student hosts kick off the year with holiday highlights, tips for getting back into morning and classroom routines, and a fun goal-setting activity to help students make 2026 their best year yet. We also share friendship tips, special advice for Kindergarten from our Year 6 senior leaders, and a welcome message and key dates from Principal Mrs Savellis. Tune in to hear what’s coming up this term and how you can be part of the podcast this year. 🎧

Get into the festive spirit with our latest episode of The Blakehurst Public School Podcast! Join Reha and fellow students as they share Christmas stories, jokes, poems, cookie recipes, and special holiday traditions. Plus, don’t miss a fun Christmas-themed maths challenge and a warm, heartfelt message from Santa Claus himself—straight from the North Pole! Perfect listening for the whole family, this episode is full of holiday cheer, kindness, and laughter to brighten your summer holidays. Tune in and celebrate the season with us!

Episode 6 of The Blakehurst Public School Podcast is now live! In this episode, our debating team shares insights from a recent workshop, followed by exciting travel stories from Sydney, Greece, and Hawaii told by our students. Plus, there’s a fun riddle challenge with prizes to win. Don’t miss the chance to join in the fun and learn something new!

Join your host Layla in Episode 5 of the Blakehurst Public School Podcast as 1/2M take us on a journey into the fascinating world of urban planning, sharing their creative ideas for designing better towns and cities. Then, listen to Evelina, Liam, Kosta, and Faith from 3/4B present their research on Indigenous Australian customs, including the captivating story of Tiddalik the Frog. Plus, Layla reveals the answer to last episode’s riddle and challenges you with a new maths problem for a chance to win a prize!

In Episode 4 of the Blakehurst Public School Podcast, Briella hosts a fun and informative show featuring 1/2H sharing their creative ideas for a dream school, The Bilbies exploring the important topic of empathy + a book recommendation, and KP's Little Lunch Club discussing healthy lunch choices. The episode also reveals the answer to last episode’s Maths challenge and ends with a tricky riddle to solve next time!

In Episode 3, Zara welcomes listeners and begins by revealing the answer to the riddle from the previous episode. The 1/2N class then explores how to look after the special places everyone loves. Classmates share their thoughts on what makes places feel special, why it’s important to keep them clean and safe, and simple ways everyone can help whether at the park, the beach, or at school. Listeners will hear brilliant ideas and tips on caring for the world and each other. Be sure to listen until the end, when Zara presents a maths problem for listeners to solve!

In Episode 2, Callum welcomes listeners and shares a riddle for everyone to solve. Kindergarten students share and reflect on their first year at big school. We will hear about their favourite things to learn, the fun games they play at recess and lunch, and the advice they have for next year’s kindergarten students. This episode is all about making friends, discovering new things, and the excitement of beginning the big adventure of school. Make sure to listen until the end to hear Callums riddle.

In this inaugural episode, hosts Ali and Zara introduce you to the exciting opportunities at Blakehurst Public School. Hear firsthand from students involved in dance, debating, and PSSA sports as they share their experiences and what they love about their activities. Discover how our Buddy Program helps build connections across the school community. Whether you’re a parent, student, or teacher, this episode offers a great snapshot of what makes Blakehurst a place to learn, grow, and belong.