Principal’s Report

Term 1 Focus – Know & Grow our Students

As we move through Term 1, our Know & Grow focus has been central to our approach in ensuring student growth is at the heart of our work. Our staff have dedicated significant time to analysing key data points—NAPLAN results, PAT Reading and Maths assessments, and classroom observations—to gain a clear understanding of where each student is starting their learning journey this year.

By leveraging this data, teachers are making informed decisions about their practice, ensuring they are targeting students at their point of need. Whether through scaffolding learning, consolidating core skills, or extending students into new challenges, this approach allows for meaningful differentiation.

Our school-wide differentiation language—Building Confidence, Feeling Good, and Up for a Challenge—guides this work, ensuring every student experiences growth in their learning. This focus will continue throughout 2025 as we work collectively to embed data-informed teaching that supports and challenges all learners.

Term 1 Key Dates:

Tuesday 25th March: BHS 2026 Open Night
Tuesday 1st April: Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews
Friday 4th April: BHS Fun Run & Term 1 Last Day

Term 2 Key Dates:

Tuesday 22nd April: Day 1 Term 2
Wednesday 23rd April: BHS Athletics Sports Carnival
Tuesday 6th May: Staff Curriculum Day (Student Free Day)
Tuesday 27th May: BHS Multicultural Day (Casual Uniform Day)
Monday 9th June: Kings Birthday Public Holiday
Tuesday 17th June: General Achievement Test (GAT)
Friday 27th June: Assessment & Reporting Day (Student Free Day)

NAPLAN

Our students have demonstrated an incredible commitment to this year’s NAPLAN testing, approaching it with the seriousness it deserves. Their effort ensures we obtain a true snapshot of student performance, providing valuable insights into strengths and areas for growth across literacy and numeracy.

Later in the year, we will undertake a detailed analysis of the results, using the data to identify successes and inform areas for improvement in our teaching practice. This information will also be shared with our school community, reinforcing our commitment to continuous learning and student growth.

A big thank you to our staff for their support throughout this process and to our students for their engagement—it’s this collective effort that helps drive improvement across the school.

2025 Italy Tour

Best of luck to our 13 students embarking on an incredible three-week journey to Italy! This tour is a fantastic opportunity for them to immerse themselves in Italian culture, exploring historic and vibrant cities such as Florence, Venice, and Rome. Beyond the sights, students will embrace the local way of life—practising their language skills, experiencing Italian traditions, and hopefully enjoying plenty of pasta and gelato along the way!

A special thank you to our staff for their dedication in organising this experience. These opportunities provide lifelong memories and invaluable learning beyond the classroom. We look forward to hearing all about their adventures upon their return!

2026 SEALP Applications

Our SEALP Information Evening on Wednesday was a great success, with a fantastic turnout of families eager to learn more about our Select Entry Accelerated Learning Program. It was wonderful to see so much interest in this opportunity, which provides an enriching and challenging learning experience for high-achieving students.

A reminder to families that applications for the 2025 SEALP intake are due by Friday, 28th March. For full details on the application process and program structure, please visit our website: 2026 SEALP Applications

We look forward to welcoming the next group of SEALP students to Belmont High School!

2026 Info Session

Although we are only just settling into 2025, planning for 2026 is already well underway. Over the coming months, we have a range of opportunities for prospective families to learn more about Belmont High School, including our Open Night and small group tours. These events provide valuable insights into our programs, culture, and the many opportunities available to students.

For those interested, you can find more details and book via the links below:

🔹 Open Night bookings: Click here

🔹 Small group tours: Click here

We look forward to welcoming future students and their families as they begin their journey with us!

Belmont High School’s 70th Anniversary Celebration

This year marks 70 years of Belmont High School, and we are excited to celebrate this milestone with our school community! To honour our history and achievements, we will be hosting a special Open Day on Wednesday, 7th May, providing an opportunity for past and present students, staff, and families to reconnect and reflect on our journey.

We invite you to join us for a tour of the school, followed by refreshments:

11:00 AM Tour – followed by light refreshments
5:30 PM Tour – followed by refreshments and a chance to gather

To secure your spot, please book your tour via the following link:

70 YEARS OF BELMONT HIGH SCHOOL – TOUR BOOKINGS

We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you!

Kind regards,

Joshua Baker

Principal

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