Thursday, September 18, 2025

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

AYR STATE SCHOOL WELCOMES COMMUNITY AT OPEN DAY

Ayr State School threw open its doors to the public on Thursday, September 11, for its annual Open Day, welcoming families, friends and community members to experience firsthand what the school has to offer.

From 4pm, parents and visitors were given a chance to tour classrooms, chat with staff, and observe student work on display. Teachers said it was a valuable chance to show the learning environment in action and to share the achievements of their students.

The event was also a hit amongst younger visitors, with messy play, face painting, science experiments and even pony walks proving popular. Food stalls kept the crowd satiated, serving spaghetti cups, a sausage sizzle and sweet honey puffs.

The school announced on Facebook how proud they were to showcase a school community that they describe as welcoming, supportive and inspiring. “It was wonderful to see so many families come along and be part of the afternoon,” one staff member said.

With enrolments for 2026 now open, the Open Day also served as an opportunity for new families to meet teachers, explore facilities, and get a sense of the close-knit environment the school provides.

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