Primary School

Walpole Assembly - Monday 18 May

On Monday afternoon next week, the Years 3 - 5 classes will come together as a community in The Farrall Centre.  Students will be placed in house groups and will be supported to understand and play games that are from other countries around the world. Families are welcome to come along and watch the fun. Please remember that due to privacy concerns and to respect the photo permission choices of other families we ask you to refrain from taking photos and videos during this activity.

Year 6 Canberra Trip - Monday 18 May - Friday 22 May

Our Year 6 students will visit Canberra from Monday 18 May to Friday 22 May for an educational tour of the national capital. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy. The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist in meeting the cost of the excursion the Australian Government is contributing funding of $300 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards those costs. The rebate is paid directly to the school upon completion of the excursion.

Please do not hesitate to speak to your class teacher or contact the Primary School Office if you have any queries at all about arrangements for the Canberra trip.

Year 3/4 Primary Cross Country - Wednesday 27 May

The Year 3/4 Cross Country will be held on Wednesday 27 May at our Bell Street fields. Students will be transported to the venue at 12.00pm via bus accompanied by classroom teachers. The carnival will conclude at 2.00pm and students will be bused back to school. Parents and friends are invited to attend.  

Approximate times of events:

• 12.30pm: Year 3 Girls
• 12.45pm: Year 3 Boys
• 1.00pm: Year 4 Girls
• 1.15pm: Year 4 Boys

Any further information required, please contact Lisa Di Venuto.

Year 5/6 Primary Cross Country - Thursday 28 May

The Year 5/6 Cross Country will be held on Thursday 28 May at our Bell Street fields. Students will be transported to the venue at 12.00pm via bus accompanied by classroom teachers. The carnival will conclude at 2.00pm and students will be bused back to school. Parents and friends are invited to attend. 

Approximate times of events:

• 12.30pm: Year 5 Girls
• 12.45pm: Year 5 Boys
• 1.00pm: Year 6 Girls
• 1.20pm: Year 6 Boys

Any further information required, please contact Lisa Di Venuto.

Prep Outdoor Education Excursion - Fern Tree Park - Thursday 28 May

On Thursday 28 May, Prep students will be participating in an Outdoor Education Day at Fern Tree Park and completing a walk to Silver Falls. Class teachers, learning assistants and Emily Ardas, our Outdoor Education teacher,  will accompany the students on the excursion. We will be departing school at 9.45am and returning at 1.00pm. The aim of the day is to explore the local bushlands while developing relationships with peers. Students are required to wear their Physical Education uniform and sturdy shoes to walk in and bring a backpack with morning tea and lunch, a rain jacket, water bottle, a warm jumper, beanie and sun hat. No lunch orders on this day. Please update student Paperly profiles before the excursion.

Year 4 Outdoor Education Excursion - Fern Tree Park - Friday 29 May

On Friday 29 May, Year 4 students will head to Rangeview Crescent Reserve for a science-focused Outdoor Education excursion. Students will participate in a number of activities where they will put scientific forces into action. We will depart school at 9.15am and return by 3.00pm. Students should wear sports uniforms on this day, but will need to bring a warm jumper (wool, polar fleece or puffer jacket), a beanie and a waterproof raincoat as it could be very cold. As we will be away from school for most of the day, students will need to bring a large packed lunch (no lunch orders), snacks and water bottle from home. Please update student Paperly profiles before the excursion.

Sings and Strings Concert - Change of Date - Now Thursday 28 May

Come along and support our student musicians as we celebrate all things vocal and orchestral! This concert features a wonderful variety of ensembles from across the Primary, Middle and Senior Schools. The concert starts at 6pm and all are welcome to attend this free event.

For families of performers, please keep an eye out for a Paperly notification in the next week or two, which will contain all the specific participation and permission details.

Co-curricular Opportunities

Discover our Co-curricular Online Handbook—your essential guide to enrichment, clubs, sports, music, service, policies, and key dates across all year levels. Visit the handbook to explore opportunities, plan ahead, and get involved in our vibrant co-curricular life.

Absentees

If your child will be absent from school for the day please advise the Primary School Office (phone: 6210 2228, or email: primaryschooloffice@friends.tas.edu.au) and the classroom teacher before 8.45am. We appreciate your support in this process.

Important Dates 

Term 2 - Tuesday 5 May to Friday 10 July

Monday 18 - Friday 22 May - Year 6 Canberra Trip

Wednesday 27 May - Years 3/4 Cross Country Carnival

Thursday 28 May - Years 5/6 Cross Country Carnival

Wednesday 3 June - Family Breakfast - UN Global Day of Parents

Friday 5 June - Moderation Day - Student free day

Monday 8 June - King’s Birthday public holiday