Year 5
Essex Heights Primary School
Term 4 in Year 5
This term, we’re diving into the exciting world of government and leadership! Students will explore how our government works and enjoy engaging incursions with Victoria Police and the Parliament of Victoria. They’ll also discover what makes a great leader as they begin preparing for the exciting opportunity to apply for Year 6 leadership positions!
We’re excited for the following activities this term in Year 5:
- Wednesday 7 October – Division Athletics – congratulations to the students who qualified and participated.
- Thursday 29 October – Showcase
- Thursday 12 November – Cyber Safety incursion
- Monday 23 & Tuesday 24 November – Parliament of Victoria incursion
- Thursday 26 November – eSafety incursion
Year 6 2027 Bomber Jacket Orders
It’s time to order your child’s Class of 2027 Year 6 Bomber Jacket!
Featuring the design chosen by our students and your child’s preferred name printed on the back, it’s a special keepsake to celebrate their final year at Essex Heights!
Key information:
- Order deadline: NEXT FRIDAY, 23 October 2026 at 5:00 pm.
- How to order: Use the ordering links on Compass.
- Name: Enter your child’s official preferred name (as used at school) in the Student Nickname field. Personal nicknames are not permitted.
- Sizing: Check sizing at the Spartan School World Mount Waverley store (corner Essex and Surrey Roads) before ordering, as jackets cannot be refunded or exchanged.
- Delivery: Jackets will arrive at school in Term 1 2027.
Please remember to place a separate order for each student and order before the deadline!
We’re excited to see our Year 5 students wearing their jackets as Year 6s next year!
Captaincy Applications
Students have been preparing to write application letters for 2027 captaincy roles. Students will be given some time to complete these in class with final edits and adaptations being made at home. Letters will be due to classroom teachers by Wednesday 4 November. Letters should be typed, printed and signed. If you do not have a printer at home, students can print on the due date at school.