Billanook Biala

From the Office

Late arrivals and early departures

 

Just a reminder that if your child arrives late to school after 9.00am, they MUST be signed in by a parent/carer on the Compass Kiosk in the office before heading to their classroom. This is essential for their safety and wellbeing and ensures that the school is aware that they have arrived on school property. The Compass Kiosk automatically records your child's time of arrival, updates the class roll and enters an explanation for the late arrival e.g. medical appointment.

 

Similarly, if you need to collect your child early from school between the hours of 9.00am and 3.30pm, they MUST be signed out on the Compass Kiosk in the office prior to collection from the classroom. To minimise disruptions to classrooms and student learning, we ask that you aim to pick up your child at the start or end of recess or lunchtime, if possible. Please also remember to send an email or note in the morning, so your child's teacher can make sure they are packed up and ready to go when you arrive. If a friend or other person will be collecting your child, you must notify the school. Photo Identification may be required if the person is not known to staff.

 

Second Hand Uniform Sale - Friday 28th March 

Dear Families,

 

We will be holding a Secondhand Hand Uniform sale on  Friday 28th March between  8.15am - 9.00am.

 

This will be held at the top of the stairs near the office entrance. 

 

 

The Music Bus classes are back for 2025 - Enrol Now!

 

The Music Bus has opened their term 2 enrolments and are inviting new students to apply.

 

Classes offered are:

  • Keyboard (Prep-Yr 6)
  • Ukulele (Prep-Yr 6)
  • Drums (Yr 1-Yr 6)
  • Guitar (Yr 2-Yr 6)
  • Singing (Prep -Yr 6) 

 

Lessons are:

  • 30 minutes in duration - once per week
  • held in the hi-tech music classroom on wheels on our site
  • cost $22 per week ($24 drums) payable by the term on commencement

 

If you wish to take part, please complete this expression of interest form. https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/ee4627a5204c46158e1ab17e7c8069c6

Tuckshop  on Thursdays at Billanook

 

All children and staff will be able to order a lunch order through TK Tuckshops for Thursday lunchtimes.  

 

All orders need to be placed prior to 8am on Thursdays. You can place your orders via the Spriggy Schools app.  Please see instructions attached to this post for more information.

 

Dear families,

 

We are excited to offer your child the opportunity to receive a custom-fit mouthguard through the SMILE SQUAD program. This initiative aims to protect children from dental injuries while they participate in high-risk sports.

 

 

Important Details:

 

Mouthguard Scanning Day

  • Date: Wednesday, March 26th

  • Location: 1063 Burwood Hwy, Ferntree Gully, Vic 3156

     

During this event, your child will be scanned for their custom-fit mouthguard. The mouthguards will be ready for pick-up two weeks later.

 

Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Dental Examination: Before receiving a mouthguard, your child must have had a dental examination within the last 6 months. Please ensure your child has had this examination prior to the scanning day.
  2. High-Risk Sports Participation: This program is available for students involved in high-risk sports such as basketball, football, BMX bike riding, cricket, gymnastics, and more.

 

How to Book:

  • Step 1: Ensure your child has had a recent Smile Squad dental examination.
  • Step 2: Contact our reception team to book your child’s appointment for the Mouthguard Scanning Day. 

Why Custom-Fit Mouthguards?

Custom-fit mouthguards provide superior protection against dental injuries, ensuring your child can participate in their favourite sports safely. They are more comfortable and effective than store-bought mouthguards, offering a better fit and protection.

Important Notes:

  • The custom-fit mouthguards will be available for pick-up two weeks after the scanning day.

  • If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact our reception team.

     

We are committed to protecting your child's dental health while they enjoy sports. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity!

 

Smile Squad

 

Smile Squad is coming to Billanook Primary School

 

Dear families,

 

The Smile Squad team from EACH are coming to our school from  5th May 2025.

Smile Squad is the Victorian Government free school dental program.

This means all students can get a free dental check-up, preventive services, and treatment at school.

 

How to access free dental care

 

We need your consent before we can provide services. Consent is usually provided by a parent or guardian.

 

Sign up to Smile Squad at: https://bit.ly/smilesquadvic 

 

OR use the below QR code:

 

 

 

 

 

Please complete and submit the consent form, this will be sent directly to EACH.

Paper copies of the consent form are available. Please contact the school office if you would like to request one.

The electronic consent form can be translated into more than 100 languages, and the paper form is available in 13 languages.

 

 Do I need to attend my child’s appointment?

No, you do not need to attend your child’s appointment. You can attend if you would like to, and you can take your child to the community dental clinic if you prefer.

EACH Smile Squad look forward to seeing you soon.

 

Smile Squad electronic consent brochure_schools_ (004).pdf

  

 

 

Can’t make it to Billanook for the Monday afternoon assembly? 

It’s now LIVE STREAMED for everyone to watch from home or work!

 

We would like to invite our Billanook community - parents and grandparents, to tune in online using the link below to see our amazing Billanook kids in action.

 

Time: 2:30pm-3:30pm

Day: Mondays

 

Meeting Link: https://eduvic.webex.com/eduvic/j.php?MTID=meb89713740479d3ac38ba576c434a37a

Meeting Number: 2652 671 7276

Password: Billanook

 

 

Working With Children Checks For Volunteers 

 

A Victorian Government Working With Children Check (WWC) will be required by all adults who undertake any voluntary work at Billanook.  This means anyone working in the school canteen, helpers in the classroom, school camps, computer lab etc. 

 

Holding a Police Check is not enough. WWC is ongoing monitoring of the criminal records of those who hold a WWC Card. Since the 30th June 2008 it is compulsory for all volunteers to provide a current WWC.

 

To obtain a Working With Children Check you must now apply online at https://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/

 

To complete the application form you must have:

  • an email address, so you can contacted
  • the address of every place you have lived in the last 5 years in Australia
  • the name, postal address and phone number in Australia for each organisation you will be doing paid or volunteer child-related work for
  • a printer that will print a legible copy of the Application summary.

After filling in the online form, finalise your application at a  participating Australia Post retail outlet, by presenting your application summary, proof of identity documents and a      passport quality photo. Employee WWC Check applicants need to also pay a fee. Fees are non-refundable.