Principal's Message

Let's finish strong with the Wollert Way!

Dear Wollert PS Families,

As we reach the midway point of the term, I would like to thank everyone for their efforts. The teachers are putting in a tremendous amount of work for student reporting and assessment as we measure the growth of our learners and our teaching practice. Students have also been striving for excellent attendance, so please keep up the great work.

It’s important for students to attend school every day, especially during the last session, as this allows them to engage with our inquiry topics. On the Teaching and Learning page, we will provide updates on the work for each year level. Additionally, please be mindful when picking up students; it is challenging to allocate students in the playground when parents arrive during break times. 

If you have appointments, we kindly ask that you avoid collecting students during the following times:

• 11:10 am - 11:50 am
• 1:50 pm - 2:20 pm

Class Placement for 2026

Thank you to the families who have completed the student friendship survey for 2026. The information you provide will help us place your child in their class for 2026. This survey is for students in Years 1 to 5 and will help us as we begin the process of creating classes. We will also consider any requests for student separations. If you need to communicate separations, please contact me, Justin Lania, at wollert.ps@education.vic.gov.au, including your child's name and their 2025 grade.

Transition Process- Step Up for Success as a Learner

We have included the following dates and initiatives to support our learners as they transition into the new year and new classes. We believe these programs will support our students' well-being and academic needs. Our teachers will be holding meetings to share important information with your child’s new teachers for 2026, ensuring a smooth handover and continued growth for each student.

The transition process for 2026 will include the following sessions:

2026 Prep Transition Sessions:

• Thursday, November 13, 9:30 am - 10:30 am
• Thursday, November 20, 9:30 am - 10:30 am
• Thursday, November 27, 9:15 am- 10:45 am

2026 Prep Information Session for Parents/Carers

• Monday, December 1, 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm

Step Up School Tour for New Students in 2026

• Tuesday, December 2, 9:30 am - 10:30 am

   

State Schools Year 7 Transition Day for current Year 6 students

• Tuesday, December 9, All Day

Step Up Years 1-5

• Tuesday, December 9, Sessions 3 and 4 (11.50 am- 1.50 pm)

School Working Bee & BBQ- Shout Out!

Just a reminder about our upcoming community event on Friday, November 28, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, we will have a school working bee. Everyone is welcome, so please bring your family and lend a hand! A BBQ will be provided for all helpers. If you can, please bring a shovel, rake, or wheelbarrow.

Family Time- What an Amazing Start to Family and School Connection.

Our next Family Time session will be on Wednesday, November 12. We will release the theme closer to the date, but we are excited to build on the success of the last session! Families had a wonderful time connecting with each other at the last session.

Kiss and Drop Area- Important Community Information

This is a reminder that the Kiss and Drop parking area is designated for student pickup, and vehicles should not be left unattended before or after school hours. This will ensure that more families can effectively utilise the parking spaces.

Lastly, we will honour Remembrance Day on Tuesday, November 11, by conducting a service over the PA system to remember those who have served, suffered or died in all wars and peacekeeping operations. The annual observance also acknowledges the service of Australian Defence Force members on active deployment. Remembrance Day also marks the date in 1918 when World War I came to an end. 

We will also acknowledge this significant event during our upcoming StoryTime assembly event on Thursday, 13th of November.

Thank you for your continued support. 

Kind regards, 

Justin Lania 

Principal

Wollert Primary School 

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