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Leaving SMPS?

Do you know if you will be exiting the school at the end of this year or early next year? Please send our Office Administration team an email at south.melbourne.ps@education.vic.gov.au.  Alternatively, please pop in to the office to let Ms Kirsty or Miss Emma know of your intentions. Knowing this information in advance will assist the school with planning, budgets and staffing. 

You will need to fill in an Exit Form.  This information allows us to ensure a smooth transition to their new school and for us to finalise their time with us. 

Code Camp Scholarship

Win a place at the upcoming holiday program!!

We have one scholarship to give away to a lucky SMPS student. The winner will be randomly drawn. Only one entry per child can be accepted. See the Services and Wider Community Page for info on dates available.

Enter the Draw here for your child's chance to win a free holiday camp

Guidelines for Elevator Use

South Melbourne Primary School is committed to supporting the well-being and safety of all students, especially those with injuries, mobility limitations, or health concerns. To ensure fair and safe access to school facilities, we have set specific guidelines for elevator use and outdoor play restrictions for students who are temporarily or permanently unable to fully participate due to medical conditions. 

To maintain fair access to the elevator in our multi-level campus, we ask families to follow these guidelines: 

• General Use: Students should use the stairs unless a physical injury or impairment prevents safe stair use. 
• Notification and Documentation: Parents must inform the school as soon as possible if their child requires elevator access. A medical certificate is needed to specify the injury and the expected duration of elevator use. 
• Supervision: Students who require the lift (e.g., those using wheelchairs, crutches, or moon boots) must be supervised by an adult at all times for safety. 
• Planning and Support: For serious or long-term conditions, we will adjust staff schedules to supervise lift use and create a Student Health Support Plan. Minor injuries will be managed with families for appropriate support. 
• Emergency Procedures: Alternate safety procedures are in place to ensure students who cannot use stairs are included in emergency evacuation plans. 

Outdoor Play Restrictions 

To support students who are temporarily or permanently unable to participate in outdoor play due to medical conditions, injuries, or illness, we ask families to follow these guidelines: 

• General Participation: All students are encouraged to participate in outdoor play during recess and lunch unless medically restricted. 
• Notification and Documentation: Parents should notify the school as son as possible if their child is unable to play outside. A medical certificate is required, detailing the nature and duration of the restriction. 
• Supervision Arrangements: Students with outdoor play restrictions will be supervised indoors during recess and lunch. We will adjust staff schedules to provide appropriate supervision and alternative activities. 
• Planning and Support: For students with serious or long-term medical needs, we will collaborate with parents and healthcare providers to develop a Student Health Support Plan. For minor injuries or short-term restrictions, we will work with families to provide suitable support. 

Additional Information for Medical Practitioners 

If your child’s medical practitioner is recommending limited or no stair use or restrictions to their normal activities, please inform them of our school’s multi-level layout and outdoor facilities. This will help them provide accurate recommendations regarding recovery and support. The sooner we receive this information, the better we can make necessary arrangements to keep your child safe and engaged. 

Thank you for helping us support your child’s health and well-being during the school day.