A Message from Keir and Emma

Supporting Student Transitions into 2027

As we move through Term 4, we are focusing on helping all students feel confident, prepared and supported as they transition into their new classes and year levels for 2027.

Please note that we will not be holding GAS meetings in Term 4. Teachers will be updating Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for previously identified ‘GAS’ students to reflect each student’s individual goals, adjustments and support needs, with a particular focus on a successful transition into the new school year.

A range of whole-school supports will be in place throughout the term, including:

• School Wide Key Understanding: ‘Valuing ourselves and relationships helps us to respond to change’. Our final six weeks of learning will focus on developing the skills and strategies students need to navigate change, practise flexibility, solve problems and adapt to new situations.
• Step Up Program: Over a four-week period, students will attend one session per week designed to familiarise them with their new year level. These sessions provide a supportive environment where students can comfortably adapt to new spaces, people, and daily routines. 
• Class Placements Process: Our class placement process considers student voice, professional judgement and collaboration between staff to create learning environments that support students’ learning, wellbeing and relationships.
• Teacher Handover: Teachers will share detailed information about students’ goals, successful strategies, adjustments and current supports with next years teachers.

Water Festival 

Next Thursday (29th October) is our Water festival and Whole School Production.

Students are very excited to share their learnings about water and their design thinking.

Classroom exhibits  and other spaces around the school will be open from 2.30pm. 

The production will begin at 4.30 on the oval, and we would like all students to assemble in the backstage area at 4pm. As in 2023, students will be performing on a stage that is on the back of a truck. We encourage families to bring blankets, cushions and anything else to make their viewing more comfortable. Please do not bring chairs or anything high, unless you are happy to sit at the edges or at the back of the audience. 

Families may also like to bring some food along, and make a picnic of the event. Some food trucks will be on-site, but we cannot guarantee that there will not be long lines (particularly if it is hot!)

Please check out other sections of the newsletter for any further information, and keep an eye on Sentral over the coming days for any specific details or requests.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Parent/Carer Opinion Survey 

Results from this year’s Parent/Carer Opinion Survey have been released. Our school leadership team and the Education Sub-Committee have been analysing the data, which provides valuable feedback on how families view our school climate, student behavior, teaching, learning, and community connection.

We are pleased to see many positives in the data, particularly regarding school communication, our respect for diversity, and our success in developing students' confidence and resilience. The survey also highlighted areas for growth, which we will take into consideration when planning for 2027.

Thank you to all the parents and carers who took the time to complete the survey. Your insights are invaluable and help to ensure that BNWPS remains a place where all students are valued and supported to achieve their best.