Principal's Message

Wominjeka from Justin Lania

Welcome back to Term 4! We have a wonderful term of learning ahead.

 

Dear Wollert PS Families,

 

We have an exciting term ahead with many school events and learning opportunities, including the 2026 Prep Transition, Graduation, Christmas Joy Concert, and various incursions and excursions. We believe we have a fantastic way to finish 2025 with plenty of valuable learning experiences and a well-structured transition process for 2026 classes.

 

I hope everyone had a wonderful break and spent quality time with their loved ones. The dedicated staff at Team Wollert have noticed that students have returned calm and focused in the learning environments. Well done to the Wollert PS students on Week 1; keep up the great work. 

 

Over the next couple of weeks, teachers will be working on the assessment and moderation of student learning, with an upcoming Numeracy Common Assessment Task (CAT) that will be shared with families shortly. Please keep an eye out for communication from your classroom teacher.

 

 

Last week, we celebrated World Teachers' Day by recognising the incredible work our teachers do every day at WPS to guide and nurture the development of our students. A big thank you to the dedicated educators at Wollert Primary School for making a difference in the lives of our students and in our school community. Hats off to the staff and we hope you enjoyed the special morning tea. 

Student Excellence at WPS

Congratulations to the following students in Mahlia (English), Fahmi, and Sash (Mathematics) from Years 5/6 who have been selected to participate in the Victorian High Ability Program this term. This initiative, offered by the department for Years 5-8 students, aims to extend the learning of students excelling in Literacy and Numeracy through a 10-week online enrichment program delivered by Virtual School Victoria. Students are chosen based on their NAPLAN results, semester curriculum scores, and assessments across the state. We commend these students on their pursuit of excellence, and we are very proud of your achievements!

Upcoming School Events and New Initiatives at WPS

Family Time (New Initiative) - Focus on Connection 

 

Family Timewill be held on Wednesday, October 22nd, in the Art Room from 3:20pm to 4:00 pm. All families are welcome attend and have the opportunity to work with their children on art or craft activities. This is a chance for Wollert families to meet each other and connect. Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer to attend the session.

 

Student Leadership Positions for 2026

 

Our Year 5 students will have the opportunity to be selected for leadership positions in 2026 as we build our student leadership program at the school. Both students and teachers are very excited about this opportunity, as we know our students are eager to take on leadership roles within the school. These positions will help students develop their leadership skills for high school and beyond.

 

Upcoming School Events in the next couple of weeks:

  • Curriculum Day- Monday, 3rd of November (Student Free Day)
  • Melbourne Cup- Tuesday, 4th of November
  • School Tours for Potential New Families at the School: 

    Tuesday, 28th of October, 9.30am-10.30am & Thursday, 6th of November, 12.30pm-1.30pm

For more information on all whole school events for Term 4, please visit the 'What's On' page in the newsletter.

Planning for 2026

2026 Student Exits: If your child is currently in Foundation to Year 5 and will not be attending Wollert Primary School in 2026, please notify us in writing via the school email at wollert.ps@education.vic.gov.au as soon as possible. We require this information promptly to establish grade structures for the beginning of the new school year.

 

2026 Foundation Enrolments: Parents can visit the school office during opening hours or call the main office to get more information about Foundation enrolments for 2026.

Below is the link to express your interest in enrolling at Wollert PS in 2026:

 

Wollert Primary School - Expression of Interest for 2026 Enrolment

 

Please refer to your Pitter Patter booklet for helpful tips for preparing for the start of the school year, including advice on how to pack your school bag for the first day at Wollert Primary School.

Sun Safety- Reminder

As mentioned in a recent Compass update, we would like to remind all families about the importance of sun safety at school. Please ensure that your child brings a broad-brimmed school hat each day during Terms 1 and 4. According to our SunSmart policy, students without a hat will be directed to shaded areas during outdoor play and activities. Thank you for your support in promoting sun-safe habits and protecting all students throughout Term 4.

 

To help keep everyone safe in the sun, we also encourage the following:

- Apply sunscreen before school each morning

- Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated

 

Finaly, to our school community members celebrating Diwali next week, we wish you a Happy Diwali surrounded by your loved ones.

 

Have a lovely week. We look forward to our students leading Storytime next week and announcing our 'Be Joy' certificates.

 

Kind regards, 

Justin Lania 

Principal

Wollert Primary School 

 

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