From the Principal

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE AT POPS

At POPS, we are proud to achieve consistently strong results, an achievement that reflects our evidence based teaching practices and our staff’s deep understanding of how students learn best.

Our success is also supported by a dedicated students and parent community that values academic excellence and actively contributes to their children’s learning journey.

The 2024 Annual Report highlights this shared success, with our students performing above similar and state schools in NAPLAN, the Victorian Curriculum Achievement Standards, and Student Wellbeing measures.

While we’re proud of these outcomes, we remain committed to continuous improvement and delivering the best possible education for every student.

Please take the time to read the Annual Report

and share with members of the wider community the excellent achievements of our students.

OPEN NIGHT: CELEBRATING CULTURES                     

We’re excited to invite all families to our 'Celebrating Cultures' Open Night on Wednesday May 21 from 5:30–7:00 pm. This special evening is a chance for families to come together and explore the rich diversity of cultures from around the world.

Different areas of the school will represent various continents, each offering fun and engaging activities for students and their families to enjoy. Students will receive a passport to collect stamps as they visit each continent. Once completed, passports can be placed in a box in the Arts Centre to go into a prize draw.

At 6:40 pm the evening will conclude in the Arts Centre with musical performances and the drawing of the winning passports.

A big thank you to TheirCare for generously donating sausages for a fundraising BBQ. Funds raised will go towards purchasing prizes and cultural classroom resources that celebrate different cultures. You can purchase a sausage and juice box or water for $1 each. The BBQ will be outside the Pettet Centre between 5:45- 6:20 pm 

We look forward to seeing you there!

CURRICULUM DAY

On Monday, May 19, staff will take part in a professional learning day with Donvale PS, Templestowe Valley PS, Warrandyte PS, and Wonga Park PS. 

The day will focus on the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model, including the research and neuroscience behind learning and effective teaching. There will also be sessions on student and staff wellbeing. We are looking forward to a engaging day and strengthening connections with our neighbouring schools.

SISTER SCHOOL VISIT

Exciting News!

Nanjing Jinling Primary School will be visiting POPS from 28 July to 3 August, spending four days at our school.

Homestay Opportunity

Thank you to the families who have already offered to host students. We are still looking for more families to host two students and one teacher from 29 July to 1 August. Host families will receive an allowance to help cover meals and transport.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build intercultural connections and create memorable experiences.

If you can host two students for four nights, please contact bronwyn.garrity@education.vic.gov.au.

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

School Values Award: Congratulations Henry L (5/6M) for demonstrating Kindness, Respect and Excellence and caring for our school environment.

Harvey G (5/6M):  Harvey and his mother, Kate, have formed a team as part of the Starlight Foundations Super Step challenge, where they have to walk a certain number of steps a day and fundraise for the Foundation. This is their team link Starlight Super Steps - Stride & Shine

Please share with the school community your 

child's achievements big or small. To share a student achievement please email

bronwyn.garrity@education.vic.gov.au. 

Have an enjoyable weekend,

Ms Garrity

• Go to the From the Classroom page to read about some fun times in Year 1/2.
• Please visit the Student Wellbeing page to read about Respect.

Key Dates Week 4:

Mon May 19: Curriculum Day (Student Free Day)

Tues May 20: District Cross Country/ School Council Meeting 7: 00 pm

Wed May 21: Open Night 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Fri May 23: Walk to School 8:30am

Foundation 2026 Enrolment 

If your child is starting Foundation (Prep) in 2026, you are now able to make an application for enrolment. 

To get started: 

• Create an account and complete the online application form by Friday 25 July 2025.