Principal's Update

We are always excited to welcome new families to our school community! Our tours offer a wonderful opportunity to explore our award-winning, architecturally designed classrooms and experience the vibrant learning environment we are so proud of. During your visit, you'll see firsthand our commitment to high-level teaching, where passionate educators inspire students through innovative, engaging instruction. We look forward to showing you what makes our school a truly exceptional place to learn and grow.
Our enrolments are now open for 2026! Please visit the website https://students.educationapps.vic.gov.au/s/ to enrol your child. Enrolments close on 25th July 2026.
Cross Country
On Monday 28th April, Cobram Primary School held its annual Cross Country event at the picturesque Thompson’s Beach. With perfect weather and a buzzing atmosphere, students gave it their all across each age group, demonstrating fantastic effort, determination, and sportsmanship.
A special congratulations goes to three standout runners—Mia Newnham, Paige Rowley, and Tanner Speechly—who not only won their events but also broke records in their respective age groups. An incredible achievement!
Here are our 2025 Age Group Champions:
- U/6 Male: Aksel Duhring
- U/6 Female: Lilah Richmann
- U/7 Male: Malakai Burns
- U/7 Female: Darcy Duhring
- U/8 Male: Dyson Cantrill
- U/8 Female: Ivy Kelly
- U/9 Male: Marley Patterson
- U/9 Female: Mia Newnham – New Record
- U/10 Male: Tanner Speechly – New Record
- U/10 Female: Dempsey-Lee Bentley
- U/11 Male: Brayth Koopman-Diwell
- U/11 Female: Macy Carter
- U/12 Male: Caleb Evans
- U/12 Female: Paige Rowley – New Record
Congratulations to Goodman House, the overall winners of the Cross Country Carnival—adding another victory to their tally after also taking out the Swimming title earlier this year. With Athletics coming up in Term 3, the big question is: can Goodman complete the hat trick?
Congratulations to all our competitors for a brilliant day, and thank you to our staff, families, and volunteers who made the event such a success. We can’t wait to see what these young athletes achieve next!
Division Cross Country
Well done to all Cobram Primary students who proudly represented our school at the Division Cross Country in Shepparton on Friday 16th May! It was a fantastic day of competition, and our students showed great determination and school spirit on the course.
Division Cross Country Representatives: Bonnie Cleese, Paige Rowley, Tanner Speechly, Budawi Mohammed, Nathanael Sutton, Brayth Diwell, Caleb Evans, Kyle Edge, Dempsey Bentley, Ava Marrs, Marley Patterson & Mia Newnham.
A special congratulations to the four students who have qualified for the Regional Cross Country (top 12 finish) in Benalla on Thursday 13th June:
🏃♀️ Paige Rowley – 8th place
🏃 Tanner Speechly – 9th place
🏃 Brayth Koopman-Diwell – 9th place
🏃♀️ Mia Newnham – 11th place
We’re incredibly proud of all our runners and wish our regional qualifiers the best of luck as they prepare to take on the next level of competition!
Important Reminder for Parents and Families
We’d like to take a moment to remind everyone of the importance of respectful and constructive communication within our school community. Our shared goal is to create a safe, supportive environment for all students, staff, and families. We appreciate your continued cooperation in following school guidelines, treating others with courtesy, and helping us maintain a positive and inclusive atmosphere. Thank you for being partners in your child’s education.
Have a great week!
Claye Runnalls
Princip