Wellbeing

 SWPBS Update

Well done to all these wonderful students who received a certificate over the last few assemblies (sorry for the delay posting them)! Fantastic efforts showing our values during playtimes.

Proudly supporting Bullying No Way! National week of action

This year Newham PS will be participating in the Bullying No Way: National week of action, 17 to 21 August 2026.

Bullying No Way Week is a commitment being made by thousands of schools and supporters across the country. It provides an opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to bullying prevention. It gives us an opportunity to connect with students, staff and school communities to implement workable solutions to prevent bullying. 

The theme for this year's campaign is Small Acts, Big Impact.

It takes a community to address bullying behaviours, within and beyond the school gate.

Students can make a big impact through small acts of kindness and support for others being bullied. Trusted adults are there to guide children and young people as they learn how small, thoughtful actions can create a positive difference and encourage reporting of bullying.

This Bullying No Way Week, we’re encouraging you to embrace the theme Small Acts, Big Impact. Show kindness, support others and take meaningful steps to stand up against bullying. For more information about Bullying No Way Week and bullying prevention, visit the Bullying No Way website.

During the week, we will engage students in meaningful discussions and activities that highlight how small actions can create a big impact. 

Pop of Purple

Next Friday the 21st of August we are encouraging everyone to wear a "Pop of Purple" to show they're a committed Upstander. That could be a tshirt/scarf/badge/ribbon, etc. Students are invited to make a gold coin donation, which will go to Kids Helpline.

Parents Survey

Please complete this survey produced by Bully Stoppers to help us understand your perspective on bullying at our school: Parents Survey - Bully Stoppers - Aug 2026

Staff and students will also be completing surveys. These will all help us to reflect on our bullying prevention and response efforts, and consider any improvements we could make.

For Families

We encourage families to use this time to have open and supportive conversations with their children about recognising bullying, its effects, and ways they can make a positive difference. You can visit the Bullying No Way website for tips around how to have this discussion.

You can access the school’s bullying prevention policy on the school website to learn more about our process for preventing and responding to bullying.

If you have concerns that your child is being bullied, please contact their classroom teacher in the first instance. Please refer to the Bullying No Way website for information on how to report to other authorities and access wellbeing help.

Here is the Bullying No Way guide for families on helping prevent bullying:

Mental Health Support

If you or your child need confidential advice or someone to talk to, here are some readily available support services…

Kids Helpline

Call 1800 55 1800. Or webchat via kidshelpline.com.au 

Kids Helpline is Australia’s free and confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. 

Beyond Blue

Call 1300 22 4636. Or webchat via www.beyondblue.org.au 

Our free telephone and online counselling service is open 24/7 for everyone in Australia. No matter who you are, or how you're feeling, reach out to our free counselling services for support – we'll point you in the right direction so you can get the help you need. 

Women’s Information and Referral Exchange (WIRE)

Call 1300 134 130. Or webchat via www.wire.org.au 

WIRE provides free support, referrals and information on any issue for all women and gender diverse people in Victoria. Telephone counselling is available 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday. Online support chat is available 11am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.

MensLine Australia

Call 1300 78 99 78. Or webchat via mensline.org.au

MensLine Australia offers free professional 24/7 telephone counselling support for men with concerns about mental health, relationships, anger management, family violence (using and experiencing), stress, and suicidal thoughts. 

Family Relationships Advice Line

Call 1800 050 321 Mon-Fri 8am to 8pm; Sat 10am- 4pm

Anyone can call the Advice Line, a national telephone service about family relationships. They help with strengthening family relationships, helping families stay together and assisting families through separation. More information here:  www.familyrelationships.gov.au/talk-someone/advice-line