Upcoming Dates

Inter-School Soccer

When: Monday 27 July

Venue: Chewton Soccer Pitch

A number of our Year 4, 5 and 6 students have elected to join the Taradale mixed soccer team. They will compete against other local schools on Monday.

The team has been training hard throughout Term 2 and the beginning of this term, while having plenty of fun along the way. Please check the Compass post if your child is part of the team.

Prep Transition Session – Campfire and Outdoor Investigations

When: Thursday 6 August, 2:30 pm–3:30 pm

Venue: Taradale Primary School

Families considering Taradale Primary School for 2027 or future years are invited to join our Prep/1 class for a campfire and outdoor investigations session.

This is a relaxed opportunity for children to experience our school environment, meet staff and students, and take part in a fun outdoor activity.

Year 3/4 Camp – Lady Northcote

When: Monday 10 August to Wednesday 12 August

Venue: Lady Northcote Camp

Students in Years 3 and 4 will head to Lady Northcote for two nights and three days. It is a fantastic camp with a wide range of activities and, from what we hear, plenty of food.

Further details about the camp will be available on Compass.

Prep Transition Session – Sandpit Play

When: Friday 14 August, 11:00 am–11:30 am

Venue: Taradale Primary School

Families considering Taradale Primary School for 2027 or future years are invited to join us for a relaxed sandpit play session.

Children will have the opportunity to explore the school grounds, meet staff and students, and enjoy some time playing in our sandpit.

Whole-School Swimming

When: Monday 17 August to Friday 21 August

Venue: Gurri Wanyarra Wellbeing Centre, Kangaroo Flat

All students will take part in our whole-school swimming program across the week.

Further information, including session times and what students need to bring, will be shared through Compass.

Prep Transition Session – Gardening

When: Tuesday 25 August, 2:30 pm–3:00 pm

Venue: Taradale Primary School

Families considering Taradale Primary School for 2027 or future years are invited to join us for a hands-on gardening session.

Children will have the opportunity to explore our school gardens, meet staff and students, and take part in a practical gardening activity.

Wear It Purple Day

When: Friday 28 August

Venue: Taradale Primary School

We will be recognising Wear It Purple Day at school. Students are invited to wear purple as we celebrate inclusion, diversity and the importance of ensuring everyone feels safe, supported and welcome at school.

Prep Transition Session – Art

When: Friday 11 September, 9:30 am–10:00 am

Venue: Taradale Primary School

Families considering Taradale Primary School for 2027 or future years are invited to join our wonderful art teacher for a hands-on creative activity.

This will be a fun opportunity for children to experience one of our specialist classes and become more familiar with our school.