Assistant Principal Reports

Hello Everyone,

Survey - WE WANT OUR PARENTS / CAREGIVERS / GUARDIANS TO TELL US WHAT THEY THINK! 

Our school is conducting the annual Parent / Caregiver / Guardian Opinion Survey and is seeking your feedback.

We sent you an invitation to complete the survey via Compass and email on Thursday 29th August. The Parent / Caregiver / Guardian Opinion Survey will remain open online until Friday 19 September 2025.

The survey is available in English and 10 other languages: Arabic, Greek, Hakha Chin, Hindi, Japanese, Punjabi, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Turkish, and Vietnamese. 

If you require assistance in another language, there are survey translation guides available in 29 other languages – ask for one of these at the office.

If you are having trouble accessing the survey at home, there are some iPads available at school for you to use, please ask for one at the office.

Should you have any questions about the survey, please see the office. 

Sun Smart

From around end of August until the end of April, the UV rating in Victoria often reaches above 3. This is why all primary schools in Victoria implement their ‘No hat, no play’ Policy from the 1st of September. Make sure you have the appropriate school hat and write your name clearly on it. 

We also encourage students to apply sunscreen before coming to school and utilizing other methods of sun protection.

Pride and Integrity Raffle 

This raffle recognizes all the students who are attending school on time.  This is to acknowledge the students demonstrating Pride and Integrity by being ready to learn each day.

Every student who is at school, and in their classroom, before the bell (9am) will have their name added to the class attendance box. So, if they are present on time, every day of the week, they will have 5 entries into the raffle. 

Last week’s class winners were: 

FA – Fernanda, FC – Audrey, 1A – Rex, 1B – Jiya, 2A – Zoe, 2B – Yizi, 3A – Precious, 3B – Elsa, 3C – Emric, 4A – Kresdaf, 4B – Adelyn, 4C – Viraj, 5A – Amar-Od, 5B – Nela, 5C – Eva, 6A – Hyab, 6B – Eleesha, 6C - Boston

The raffle winner was Precious from 3A! Congratulations! 

Precious received 15 PACs for Pride & Integrity

2025 Term 3 Challenge of the Week

Week 7: Word Web Challenge 

This week’s topic for the challenge is Art.

You need to find as many words as possible related to the topic/word in the centre of the web. You can continue the web as much as you can.

You must collaborate with at least one other person (a friend, parent, classmate, etc) and no more than 3 other people. If you do not collaborate, you will not receive a PAC for collaboration.

The students collaborating for Week 6’s Word Web Challenge for Zoo earnt 2 PACs cards for their work! 

The students were:

Hargun (& mum) 4A

Sabrina (& mum) 4B

Yawer (& dad) 5A

Boston, Francois & Edward 6C

Kind regards,

Deanne Scott

Assistant Principal 

Reflecting on Our Science Celebration of Learning

This week, we welcomed families into our classrooms for the Science Celebration of Learning, and it was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the incredible work our students have been doing in Science. The event highlighted not only their knowledge but also their curiosity, creativity, and ability to think like scientists.

Science Through Inquiry 2.0

Our Science curriculum is built around Inquiry 2.0, a refreshed approach to inquiry-based learning that aligns with the Victorian Curriculum 2.0. This model encourages students to ask meaningful questions, investigate real-world phenomena, and communicate their findings in thoughtful and engaging ways.

During the celebration, families saw firsthand how students are:

• Conducting hands-on investigations
• Applying scientific methods to explore big ideas
• Collaborating with peers to solve problems

• Presenting their learning through models, reports, and digital media

   

Victorian Curriculum 2.0 in Action

The updated curriculum places a strong emphasis on:

• Scientific reasoning and critical thinking
• Real-world relevance
• Cross-curricular connections
• Digital literacy and data interpretation

Our teaching teams have worked hard to embed these elements into every unit, ensuring students are not only learning content but also developing the skills to apply it in meaningful ways.

Looking Ahead

As we continue to prepare for the full rollout of Inquiry 2.0 in 2026, events like the Science Celebration of Learning remind us of the power of student-led inquiry. We’re proud of the way our students are engaging with science and excited about the future of learning at our school.

Thank you to all families who attended and supported the event. Your involvement helps strengthen the connection between home and school and reinforces the value of learning in our community.

Foundation 2026 Enrolments – Transition Begins Soon!

Early in Term 4 we will begin our Foundation Transition Program for children starting school in 2026.

Enrolments for Foundation (Prep) 2026 at Deer Park West Primary School are still open!Now is the perfect time to enrol and give your child the best possible start to their school journey.

Starting school is a major milestone, and at Deer Park West Primary School, we are committed to supporting families every step of the way. Our school offers a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to learn, grow, and thrive.

If you have a child starting Foundation in 2026—or know someone who does—please contact our school office to learn more about the enrolment process and collect a transition pack. This can also be accessed through our school website. We’re here to make this transition a positive and exciting experience for every child and family.

Kind regards,

Joshua Fielding

Assistant Principal