Senior School, Term 4 Week 4 2026

A big well done to our Year 12 students for the way they have commenced their final examinations, approaching this important period with focus and commitment. We wish them well over the coming days. Our Year 10 and 11 students have also continued to approach their learning positively, maintaining their school routines, working hard in class and engaging in the many opportunities and activities on offer at Pulteney. It has been pleasing to see their continued effort and involvement across the Senior School.

Year 11 Exams: SWOTVAC Friday 20 November with exams commencing Monday 23 November

Year 11 exams will commence in Week 7. In the lead-up to this, students will take part in sessions during Activate time focused on time management and effective exam preparation. These sessions are designed to help students approach their assessments with confidence and clear strategies for success. The exam timetable is below:

Senior Art and Design Exhibition – Friday 6 November, 6-8pm

Speech Night 2026
Thursday 26 November starting at 7.00pm

Attendance at Speech Night is compulsory for all Year 9, 10, 11 and 12 students, held at the Adelaide Convention Centre.

Students must be dressed in formal winter uniform on the evening and are asked to arrive prior to 6.15pm. On arrival, non-prize winning students are to make their way to the foyer of Halls M&N, where they will be marked off the roll and then seated in their Houses, being supervised by members of staff, before the commencement of the ceremony at 7.00pm.

The evening is expected to conclude by 9.15pm and students can be picked up from then. Please arrange a suitable location for pickup with your child.
If you child is unable to attend the evening, an email to their Head of House must be forwarded to negotiate their non-attendance.

We ask that families please make arrangements around co-curricular commitments and part time work to prioritise this important event in the School’s calendar. There will be no exams on the day of or the next morning after Speech Night to accommodate students’ attendance.

We invite the Pulteney Community to attend and booking can be made HERE. Year 9-12 students do not need to book tickets for the evening.

Prize winning students and all Year 12 students will be required to attend a rehearsal during the day and these details will be communicated soon.

Year 9 Transition to the Senior School: Friday 13 November

Transition Day is a full-day program designed to introduce Year 9 students to the opportunities and community of the Senior School. The day begins with a welcome in the Chapel, followed by a range of team-building challenges and opportunities to connect with Senior Heads of House and other students. Students will also take part in House-based activities before coming together for a final wrap-up in the Chapel. The program is designed to build connections, confidence and excitement as students prepare for their transition into Senior School.

Osmond St Cafe

This Friday, our Year 10 Creative Industries students will be selling coffees and other products at the Osmond St Café. Please come along and enjoy a hot drink, some conversation and support our students. I hope to see you there.

Zac Savage
Head of Senior School