Welcome Back!

Welcome back to the 2026 school year!

I hope all families had an enjoyable holiday break with their children.

What an exciting, busy start we saw at Greenvale Primary School last week with our students from Year 1 to Year 6 returning to school on Wednesday. We currently have 567 students enrolled from Foundation to Year 6. They were excited to be back, happy to meet up with their friends and looking forward to another challenging year in 2026.

The Foundation students started school one week after the other students to allow each student to take part in some individual assessments with their classroom teacher. We had 76 new Foundation students starting with us this week. We welcome these children and their families and know that they will love their schooling at Greenvale.

I look forward to meeting our new families and to continue building the partnership with all of our current families at Greenvale.

Farewell

Today we said farewell to the wonderful Briohny (office). She is now the Business Manager at another school. We know that she is going to be amazing in her new role. Wishing Briohny all the best on her new position and we will all miss her.

Welcome - We are delighted to introduce our newly appointed staff

Hi everyone! My name is Isabella Grech. I’m so excited to be joining the Greenvale Primary School community this year as a Year 5 teacher. I love creating classrooms where students feel supported, challenged and proud of their learning, and I’m really looking forward to getting to know our students, families and the wider community. Outside of school, I enjoy baking (especially on weekends!) and I’m a proud Western Bulldogs supporter. I can’t wait to get started and be part of everything Greenvale Primary has to offer!

My name is Donna and I have recently moved to Victoria from NSW for my husband’s work. I have 2 school aged children, and we have never lived this far south before. As a family we enjoy the outdoors and netball. I have come from a very small school and am looking forward to working at GPS and getting to know all the students and their families.

My name is Mr EL-Nabbout, and I'm excited to be joining Greenvale Primary School. I've had a great start at GPS and have already felt welcomed by the school community. I'm looking forward to the year ahead and being part of the learning happening across the school. I'm excited to get to know the students, staff and families here at Greenvale Primary School.

Hello Greenvale PS Community! My name is Mia Nosrat and I’m so excited to be joining the school community this year. I bring with me 10 years of teaching experience across a range of settings. I’ll be teaching PE and Italian this year and I’m passionate about creating lessons that are active, engaging, and enjoyable for all students. I’m really looking forward to meeting our students and families and working together to make this year a positive and successful year.

Hi, my name is Talia Yalim, and I’m thrilled to be joining the Year 1 team this year at Greenvale Primary School. I enjoy supporting students as they grow and build confidence in their learning. I am really looking forward to a wonderful year together.

Hi, my name is Beyza Caliskan (Miss Bee) and I am excited to be joining the team at GPS as a Year 2 teacher this year. I previously worked as a kindergarten teacher, which has given me a strong foundation in early childhood development and supporting young learners. I am passionate about creating a warm, inclusive, and engaging classroom where all students feel safe and supported. I am really looking forward to getting to know the students, families, and the wider GPS community.

Joining the team at Greenvale Primary School is an incredible opportunity to merge three decades of technical expertise with a community that breathes life into its values. Bringing 30 years of experience in managing complex school networks, leading 1:1 laptop and iPad rollouts, and serving as a Digital Learning Technologies coach, I am ready to ensure our digital landscape is as robust as our students' ambitions.

My goal is to empower every student and teacher with the tools they need to succeed, ensuring that our technology doesn't just work, but inspires a future built on character and innovation.

My name is Catherine Hanna, and I am delighted to have recently joined GPS. I come to the school with a strong interest in working with young people and supporting a positive, inclusive learning environment. I have really enjoyed getting to know the staff and students and have felt very welcomed since starting. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, going for walks, and spending time with family and friends. I’m looking forward to settling into my role and contributing to the school community throughout the year.

Hi, I am Sophie Gauld! I am excited to be working with the Foundation team this year and getting to know the students and wider community here at Greenvale Primary School. In my spare time, I love to spend time with my family, watch sports, and read. Thank you for welcoming me into the Greenvale community, I am looking forward to the year ahead.

Hello, my name is Josh Howarth and I’m excited to be joining Greenvale Primary School in 2026 as a Year 4 teacher. This year will be my 11th year of teaching and I can’t wait for all the fun and learning ahead. Outside the classroom, I love travelling, cooking, cycling, reading, and spending time with my family and friends. I’m really looking forward to getting to know the Greenvale community and making 2026 a fantastic year.

School Council Elections 2026 - Parents in Partnership

All schools are required to conduct annual elections for School Council during the February/March period.

There are three different categories of members on School Council – Parents, School Employees and a Community Member.

At our 2026 election, we have 4 parent vacancies. The term of office for these vacancies is two years.

School Councillors provide important viewpoints and have valuable skills that can help shape the direction of the school. Parents who become active on a school council find their involvement satisfying and may also find that their children feel a greater sense of belonging. You do not need any special experience to be on School Council. What you do need is an interest in your child’s school and the desire to work in partnership with others to help shape the school’s future and a commitment to fulfilling the expectations of the role.

School Council meets about two times each term i.e. 8 times over the course of the year. School Councillors are also required to be on a subcommittee of School Council – Finance, Buildings and Grounds or Community Links. School Councillors must make a commitment to attend all School Council meetings and to be on a subcommittee.

Can I encourage parents, who would like to be part of School Council, to ensure that they are nominated. Parents may be nominated by another parent, or they can nominate themselves. Nominations open Thursday 12 February and close on Thursday 19 February. Nomination Forms will be available at the Office.

Please see the school website at https://greenvaleps.vic.edu.au/school-council/ to find out more parent information and an election timeline.

Morning Drop Off

BRINGING YOUR CHILD TO SCHOOL IN THE MORNING

Please be aware that in the morning there is NO PARKING allowed on Bradford Avenue or Langdon Way on the school side right around the perimeter fence of the school. From 8.00am to 9.00am the parking areas / bays are 2 minute Drop Off Zones only to allow a flow of traffic as cars pull in, unload and then drive off. We call these Kiss & Drop zones. PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN THESE ZONES AND LEAVE YOUR CAR. You will need to find parking in the surrounding streets and then accompany your child into the school.
The school car park is for staff cars only. There is NO parent parking in the school car park.

Meet and Greet - Parents in Partnership

This year, families will have the opportunity to meet their child’s teacher at the beginning of the year in a Meet & Greet session. This is scheduled for Thursday, 12 February, from 3.45pm until 5.45pm. The Meet and Greet session is not a one-on-one meeting with your child’s class teacher but rather an open classroom and an opportunity for you to speak with the teacher and see your child’s classroom. There will be an information session for each year level outlining details for the year. Students are expected to attend also. If you have more than one child attending our school, you will be able to visit each of your children’s classrooms.

This early meeting is intended to strengthen the ties between the classroom teachers and parents, in that both get a chance to meet each other with the student present. Building better links between our school and your homes encourages positive learning experiences for students. The more you as parents know about our school, the more likely we will be able to support your child’s learning in partnership.

The Meet & Greet is not a typical Parent Teacher Interview where the teacher talks about your child’s academic progress. This will occur mid-year.

Sunsmart Term

Just a reminder that Term 1 is a Sunsmart term.

Students are expected to wear their school hat outside at all times. If your child requires a new hat they may buy it on the Qkr! app or at the Office for $17 or alternatively, from our Uniform supplier, Academy Uniforms.

Please make sure your child’s hat is clearly labelled with their full name.

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Regards

Angelika Ireland

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