Dear Parents,

Kinder 2026 Enrolments & Tours

Enrolments for our 2026 Kindergarten class are now open! Our Year 6 students have been doing an outstanding job leading school tours, sharing their experiences and showcasing our wonderful school. The feedback from visiting families has been overwhelmingly positive, with many impressed by both the school’s offerings and our students' insights into school life.

Kindergarten Expo Success

Our recent Kinder Expo was a fantastic morning, with many prospective families joining us in the hall to learn about the many programs and opportunities available at our school. Families had the chance to hear from staff and students about key areas such as Early Learning and Successful Foundations, Gifted Education and the Virtual Academy, the Canteen, Library, Office, P&F, Clothing Pool, Garden Club, Learning Support, Aboriginal Education and EALD, OOSH, Student Council, PB4L, Sport, Music and Religious Education.

A huge thank you to our students, staff, and families for their support in making this such a valuable and welcoming event.

P&F Meeting & Family Engagement

Thank you to our P&F and Class Parents for attending this week's meeting. It is always wonderful to have open and collaborative discussions about upcoming events and family engagement within our school community.

We invite all families to join us for our next P&F meeting on Wednesday 14th May (Week 2 of Term 2). This is a great opportunity to contribute ideas, ask questions, and have your say in shaping school initiatives. We value your input and look forward to seeing you there!

Building Works Update

As mentioned in our previous Newsletter, as we move forward with our quadrangle and library redevelopment, there will be some changes affecting students and families:

Safety Fencing – will be constructed in the quadrangle. This was scheduled to occur this coming weekend, however unforeseen delays will mean this may take place over the coming week or at the beginning of the school holiday period.

Access Changes to the Quadrangle – Primary classes (Years 4-6) in the 1936 building will enter the quadrangle via a fenced walkway next to the new mural, leading to the access ramp and quadrangle verandah outside of Year 4.

Year 3 Access – From Week 11, Year 3 classes, Robo Recess, and Culture Club will be accessed via the Admin Building. Across the week, Year 3 will be making a move to their new classroom spaces in the lower section of the Infants Block. 3 Gold will be relocated in the current Learning Support Room, while 3 Blue will be relocated in the current Kinder Gold play space.

Toilet & Play Space Access – Once safety fencing is constructed, students will no longer have access to quadrangle toilets and play space. All students will use the main playground toilets. We will undertake a trial of all students in the main play spaces with a possible shift to staggered breaks in Term 2 should this be required.

Changes to Afternoon Duties

• Kenrick St Walkers & Union St Bus/Bus 14 – Once safety fencing is constructed, students will meet the duty teacher under the COLA before departure from the school.
• All other afternoon pickup routines will remain unchanged at this time.

Playground & Lunch Adjustments

Once safety fencing is constructed;

• Quadrangle teacher duties will be allocated to the main play area.
• Lunch Club (20 mins) – will be held upstairs in the new Learning Support Room.
• New Hall Activities (3 days/week) – We will be offering alternative play options within the hall at lunch and recess breaks including chess, small games, craft, limbo, colouring, and Just Dance.
• Eating Areas Adjusted – Students in Year 4 – 6 will eat their lunches in the main playground space.
• Lining Up Areas – All students will assemble in morning assembly positions before returning to class with their teachers.

OOSH & Library Adjustments

• OOSH Relocation – OOSH will be moving necessary items into the Hall this week. From Week 11, before and after school care will run from the Hall, with Vacation Care operating off-site at Holy Family.
• Library Pack-Up & Relocation – Library borrowing will cease at the end of this week. Lessons will move into classrooms from the beginning of Term 2. Staff will relocate to the OOSH space, with a modified borrowing system beginning in Week 2 of Term 2.

Proposed Construction Timeline

Demolition of the quad COLA, stairs, and parts of the library will occur over the holidays.

Construction is scheduled to begin in early Term 2, with a completion target of Term 3’s end.

We appreciate your patience and support as we navigate these exciting changes. Further updates will be provided in the coming weeks.

Holy Week & Easter Celebrations

As we come to the end of Term 1, we invite families to join us for our Holy Week events next week.

Thank you to all our families for a wonderful first term. Your support, involvement, and partnership in your child’s learning make our school community so special. Wishing you all a safe and happy Easter break, and we look forward to seeing everyone again in Term 2!

Nicole Charnock
Acting Principal