Dear Parents/Carers,

OPEN NIGHT- TUESDAY16TH MAY 2023 5.30PM

The school Open Night is on Tuesday 16th May 2023 from 5.30pm. Parents will visit their children’s classroom, have an opportunity to purchase books at the book fair. There will be a draw for prizes for those in attendance and a free sausage sizzle will also be available. We hope to see as many students and their families as possible.

EDUCATION WEEK 15TH-19TH May 2023

Education Week is next week- with the theme is ‘Active Learners: Move, Make, Motivate’ which celebrates physical activity, hands on learning and student voice in education.

Classes will be specifically working on these themes and their displays for the open night.

ATTITUDES TO SCHOOL DATA - 2022 (Survey Year 4-6)

Warrnambool Primary School was in the top 5 improved schools for Year 4-6 across our Network from 2021-2022.

The Year 4/6 students completed their surveys in Term 3 last year which is held across all government schools in Victoria.

Schools are measured by positive endorsement answers –that being strongly agree or agree. Our results are compared to similar schools- that being enrolment/socio economics, the Network- neighbouring schools in the Great South West Coast Network and the State.

Effective Teaching Practice for Cognitive Engagement for Students in Year 4-6- (Students feel motivated and appropriately challenged and engaged in their lessons)

WPS 91%; Similar Schools 85%; Network 85%; State 84%

Sense of Inclusion- (Students feel that this school is inclusive of them and their needs)

WPS 92%; Similar Schools 89%; Network 88%; State 87%

Sense of Connectedness- (Students feel pride in their school, teachers and classmates)

WPS 79%; Similar Schools 78%; Network 77%; State 78%

These are very pleasing results and it reflects the hard work that students and staff have undertaken to create a safe and vibrant school community.

ENGLISH ON LINE INTERVIEW

Students in Foundation and Year 1 undertake the English on Line Interview at the end of Term 1 to track their development in Reading, Speaking/Listening and Writing.

Foundation

Reading- WPS 40%; Similar Schools 23%; Network 34%; State 32%

Speaking/Listening- WPS 37%; Similar Schools 32%; Network 40%; State 37%

Writing- WPS 33%; Similar Schools 31%; Network 32%; State 33%

Year 1

Reading- WPS 56%; Similar Schools 44%; Network 55%; State 50%

Speaking/Listening- WPS 48%; Similar Schools 43%; Network 52%; State 48%

Writing- WPS 50%; Similar Schools 53%; Network 59%; State 55%

We are pleased with the development of our younger students in Literacy and will continue to work towards outstanding outcomes in all Year levels.

PUPIL FREE DAY - MONDAY 15TH MAY 2023

Monday is a Pupil Free Day. Staff are working with a consultant around Mathematics teaching and delivery. Students are NOT required at school. TheirCare will be operating for those families who require care.

WALK SAFELY TO SCHOOL DAY - FRIDAY 19TH MAY

Well it’s that time of year again when our school seriously starts talking about walking! Walk Safely to School Day asks that we all consider our transport habits and try to incorporate more walking as part of a healthy, active way to get around. Remember, Active Kids are Healthy Kids so get planning your own Walk Safely to School Day journey for Friday 19 MAY 2023!

NATIONAL ROAD SAFETY WEEK - SUNDAY 14TH to SUNDAY 21ST MAY

Road safety awareness should be a daily priority for everyone, but this week/month we are emphasising its importance even more...

As we navigate our daily lives, it is crucial to prioritize road safety for our children! Whether they are walking, biking, or riding in a vehicle, it is important that we, as caregivers and enforcers, emphasise the importance of safe practices. Leading by example is key, as children often emulate the behaviours of their parents. Let's work together to ensure that our children are protected on the roads and that we are promoting safe practices daily.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Peter Lee

Principal

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