Wellbeing
Welcome back to Term 1 2026! We hope that everyone enjoyed their summer break.
Back to school is an exciting time for students and families. Find tips on how you can help your child have a positive start to school. Click on this link below for further information.
https://www.vic.gov.au/tips-starting-school
It was lovely to see many families attend the school to meet with their child's (ren) teacher. It is important for parents / carers and schools to continue to work collaboratively to promote and ensure best outcomes for your child's (ren) learning and wellbeing.
It was great to start the year with our first parent information session on "brain food, healthy eating habits and parenting routines." In summary, the wellbeing team presented on:
For additional information, support and advice:
Parenting in the North ‘What’s On Guide’ - Term 1 2026
News and Information on programs and services to support parents and carers across the Northern region of Melbourne.
Parenting Support Podcasts
https://www.anglicarevic.org.au/our-services/family-and-parenting-support/parentzone-pods/
Wellbeing activities and conversation starters for parents of primary school-aged children. Please click on the link below.
https://raisingchildren.net.au/school-age/nutrition-fitness/breakfast-lunches/healthy-lunches
Find the latest information to help you manage online safety issues.
If you would like to have a chat or seek some guidance and assistance in connecting with any of the supports provided by Anglicare Victoria or other support services please reach out to the school and ask to speak to Mrs Linda Coughlan (Wellbeing Leader / Social Worker).
Wellbeing Team
Social Worker - Mrs Linda Coughlan (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs and every second Friday)
Student Social Worker (ACAP) - Ms Laurian (Mon-Fri)
Student Counsellor - Mrs Fatima Ghazzaoui (Tues, Wed & Thurs)
Play Therapist - Ms Elly Levis (Wed)
Speech Pathologist - Mrs Jane Hill Waterson (Mon & Tues)
Disability Inclusion Assistant- Ms Maja Sormaz (Tues & Wed)
Disability Inclusion Officer - Mr Chris Brettargh (Mon-Fri)