Welcome to our Two New Alpacas

Meet Our New Alpacas!

We’re excited to welcome two very special new members to our school community — our alpacas! These gentle, woolly animals have quickly become beloved by children and staff alike, and we can’t wait for everyone to get to know them better.

Names: We have not chosen them as yet.
Breed: Huacaya Alpacas – known for their soft, fluffy fleece and calm personalities.

Why Alpacas?
Alpacas are not only adorable, but they’re also great for creating a calming, nature-friendly atmosphere on site. They are gentle, quiet animals that enjoy being around people, making them perfect companions for outdoor learning, mindfulness breaks, and even lessons about biology and animal care.

What They’ll Be Doing at School:

• Participating in educational programs about animal science and sustainability
• Helping promote well-being through animal-assisted activities
• Inspiring art, writing, and science projects across different year levels

🦙 Fun Facts About Alpacas

They’re not llamas!
Alpacas are often confused with llamas, but they’re smaller, fluffier, and have a more gentle nature.

They hum to talk.
Alpacas make soft humming sounds to communicate with each other — like their own secret language! Keep your ears open next time you’re near their paddock — you might hear them chatting to each other.

Super soft fleece.
Alpaca wool is warmer, softer, and lighter than sheep’s wool — and it’s hypoallergenic!

They love to live in groups.
Alpacas are very social animals and get lonely if they don’t have a buddy — that’s why it’s great to have two!

They’re super clean.
Alpacas use a designated “bathroom spot” in their paddock, which makes cleaning up after them easier.

They come from the Andes Mountains.
Alpacas are native to South America — mostly Peru, Bolivia, and Chile — and are well adapted to high altitudes.

They can “spit” — but only when annoyed.

Alpacas rarely spit at people, but they may spit at each other if someone steals their food!

They don’t have top teeth in the front.
Instead, alpacas have a hard gum pad — so their bites are harmless.

Each one has a unique personality.
Some are curious and playful, others are shy — just like students!

They’re eco-friendly grazers.

Alpacas nibble grass without pulling it up by the roots, which helps keep the pasture healthy.

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We encourage everyone to stop by their enclosure, located at the bottom of the field, and say hello. Just remember to be calm and gentle around them — they’re still getting used to their new home!

Stay tuned for more updates and alpaca adventures throughout the year!