Reminder - Gate Times

To help ensure the safety and cleanliness of our school facilities, we would like to remind families of our new gate times.

School Drop Off	Gates Open	8.35am
School Drop Off	Gates Close	9.15am
School Pick Up	Gates Open	3.00pm
School Pick Up	Gates Close	4.00pm

We kindly ask that all families and visitors have departed the school grounds prior to gate closure times.

Thank you for your ongoing support in helping us maintain a safe and welcoming school environment.

State Cross-Country 2026

On Thursday July 16th, Indiana represented Williamstown North Primary School at the State Cross-Country Championships, held at the Yarra Valley Racing Club in Yarra Glen.

This pinnacle event on the School Sport Victoria calendar is exclusively for the top 80 student-athletes who have progressed through their school, district, division and regional levels of competition, on the pathway to the state final.

In cold, soggy running conditions Indiana displayed excellent courage, perseverance and determination. Running with great athleticism, sportsmanship and positivity, placing 26th in the state.

Congratulations Indiana on representing our school at this event, we hope to see you on the track again in the future.

Important dates for Foundation (Prep) 2027 Enrolments

We look forward to welcoming new families and a new cohort of Preps into our community!

Prep 2027 Enrolment Timeline

Enrolment applications for students starting Prep in 2027 opened on Monday 20 April 2026. Children can start Foundation if they turn 5 years old by 30 April in the year they begin school. School is compulsory for children who are 6 years old.

School zones can be found via www.findmyschool.vic.gov.au. In Victoria, every child has the right to attend their designated neighbourhood government school (local school). The Victorian government supports school choice. This means that you can apply to schools other than your local school. Schools will consider your application in line with the department’s Placement Policy, and offer enrolment if there are available places.

If you wish to tour our school (optional), please contact the office on (03) 9397 5722.

Submit your application form by Friday 31 July 2026.

You will be notified of the outcome of your application via email between Monday 3 August and Friday 14 August 2026.

If you receive an offer, you should accept the offer via email by Friday 28 August 2026.

If your enrolment application is not successful, and you believe you have appropriate grounds to appeal the decision, you may lodge a written appeal with the school by Friday 28 August 2026 using the Appeal Form, found in the Appeals information pack for parents and carers, available on the Enrolling in school webpage (https://www.vic.gov.au/how-choose-school-and-enrol). We will notify you in writing of appeal outcomes by Friday 11 September 2026.

Transition sessions will be run end of Term 3 2026.

Useful links:

• Find my School – findmyschool.vic.gov.au

• Information on school zones – vic.gov.au/school-zones

• Enrolling in Foundation (Prep) – vic.gov.au/enrolling-foundation-prep

• Enrolling in school – vic.gov.au/how-choose-school-and-enrol

• Disability and inclusive education – vic.gov.au/disability-and-inclusive-education

• Department of Education contact – Call 1800 338 663 or email: enquiries@education.vic.gov.au

Dogs on school grounds

We would like to remind all members of our school community that dogs are not permitted on school premises at any time.

This policy is in place for several important reasons:

Student safety: Even well-behaved dogs can act unpredictably, particularly in busy and noisy environments with young children.
Allergies and health concerns: Some students and staff have allergies to animal fur or dander, which can be triggered by the presence of dogs.
Fear and anxiety: Not all children are comfortable around dogs, and their presence may cause distress or fear.
Hygiene considerations: Maintaining a clean and safe environment is essential, and animals can introduce hygiene risks.
Duty of care and liability: The school has a responsibility to ensure a safe environment, and the presence of animals can create avoidable risks.

We kindly ask that you do not bring dogs onto school grounds, including during drop-off and pick-up times. If you need to bring a dog with you, please ensure it remains outside the school gates at all times.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe, inclusive, and focused learning environment for all students.

Recess & Lunch - What is Nude Food?

Nude Food is food without excess packaging. This reduces the amount of 'stuff' that needs to go in bins to be sent to landfill. Durable, reusable containers are a great way to bring food, as they may last from primary school through to high school and beyond, providing long term cost savings and environmental benefits. Up to 50% of items in school bins comes from food and drink packaging. You can help the environment and help our school reduce waste disposal costs.

PACK

AVOID

. Snacks in a reusable containers

. Reusable utensils (where possible)

. Reusable Lunchbox

. Reusable drink bottles

. Disposable drink boxes, cans, cartons, bottles

. Pre-packaged lunches or single use items

. Disposable forks and spoons

. Plastic bags, Cling wrap, Foil

Examples of Nude Food below.

WNPS Sunnyside Fete (Save the Date) – Sunday 22 November 2026

After a 7-year hiatus, the biannual WNPS Fete is back and better than ever!

We have a fresh new look, a new name - The WNPS Sunnyside Fete - and new event coordinators who are determined to make this the best fete the community has ever hosted.

The fete will be held on Sunday 22 November 2026 and will be jam packed with rides, delicious food, activities and fun for the whole family.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram (@williamstownnorthps and @wnps.sunnysidefete) and Facebook for updates, announcements, sneak peeks and all things fete-related as we count down to the big day.

Please get in touch with Lauralee & Sharon at willynorthfete@gmail.com if you can contribute to making this a not-to-be-missed event!

Follow us on Socials

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with the latest news, updates, and highlights from our community.

Instagram – @williamstownnorthps

Facebook – Williamstown North Primary School

Additional Information

Links, Flyers, Community Sport Information

OSHClub Before & Afterschool Care

The Music Bus Term 3

Chess Club Term 3

School Fete - Save the Date