School News
A message from Ruth
Hi Everyone,
We have started working on a parent resource area around the corner from the front office area. Here you will find a variety of resources from Parenting SA. These cover a variety of parenting topics in an easy-to-read format as well as relevant websites and other resources. There are also picture books for you to borrow connected to SEL (social and emotional learning) and Wellbeing.
Have a look when you get a chance, and please pass on any feedback to me.
Ruth Zweck (PCW. Monday and Tuesday)
If you have any ideas for parent reference books we can add to our collection, please let Corinne or Tracey know too.
Monty the Monstar Colour Run
Something colourful is coming in Term 2… that’s right, the Colour Run is back for 2026! 🌈
On Friday 27th May, we’re turning up the fun (and the colour!) with a Monty the Monstar Colour Run. This year we’re raising funds for brand new nature play pods for our playground, to play in, decorate, and make our own.
From Friday 10th April, students will be able to set up a profile to collect online donations and unlock prizes. Every student who creates a profile will get their own sunnies and headband for the big day, and just $10 raised earns their first prize.
To create a profile, head to myprofilepage.com.au and follow the instructions attached. Once you're set up, share the link with family and friends to collect online donations. Fundraising is open from 10th April - 1st June.
And yes… there may be some slime‑related milestone surprises along the way. Teachers, staff, Margie... consider yourselves warned.
Most importantly, this event is for every student to enjoy, whether or not they fundraise. We also know not all kids can (or want to) be covered in colour, and that’s totally fine - we'll have options to ensure this is an inclusive event.
More details coming soon - stay tuned!
Uraidla Primary Facebook Group
If you haven’t already heard about it, there is a Facebook group for UPS families, and we welcome everyone to join (parents/grandparents/carers all welcome). Look for “Uraidla Primary School Families” and answer the 3 simple questions on your connection to the school. This group is a friendly way to find the answers for those questions you may have (e.g. when your child tells you at the last minute its casual day tomorrow, and you can’t remember hearing about it from school!), to get reminders on events coming up, find your lost property!, or a way to connect with other families.
It is not run by the school but is supported by the UPS Governing Council, and parent admin (Jodi Braley) will post information regularly. It is designed to be a group with input from all – so contribute in any way you want to. If you do have a question that you don’t want to post yourself, feel free to forward to Jodi (either by facebook message, email jodi.braley@hotmail.com, or in person at school), who is more than happy to help.
Enrolment in Reception
If you have a child turning 5 in the next 12 months, they should have already enrolled or registered their interest to start school. Children either start school at the start of the year or in July, depending on their age.
Our school has now reached capacity, which means that we give priority enrolment to children in our catchment area. Please note that younger siblings of existing students are guaranteed enrolment.
If you are speaking to other families about enrolling in school, they can find their local school through the Find My School website: Find a school zone or preschool catchment area (education.sa.gov.au)
Enrolments for mid-2026 are now overdue, and we hope to have enrolments for the start of 2027 intake finalised by July. Please contact the front office for a registration of interest form today!
If you are still unsure or interested in booking a school tour, please contact the office on 8390 3209.
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