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NAPLAN 2026
We are exceptionally pleased with our 2026 NAPLAN results in both Years 3 and 5. Some of the main features worth noting in our Five Year Trend Data are as follows:
- Growth in Year Three READING outcomes in top 50% of students, with strong and steady SCHOOL MEAN results.
- Growth in Year Three SPELLING outcomes in top 50% of students.
- Growth in Year Three SPELLING at the 10th and 25th percentiles .
- Significant growth in Year Three SPELLING outcomes with the school MEAN outperforming State and National outcomes between 2024 - 2026.
- Significant growth in Year Three NUMERACY outcomes at all levels between 2024 and 2026 with a higher than average MEAN result in 2025 and 2026.
- Significant growth in Year Five SPELLING outcomes in top 75th and 90th percentiles of students between 2025 and 2026.
- Significant growth in Year Five NUMERACY outcomes, particularly in the top 50% of students between 2024 and 2026.
We believe these strong testing results can be attributed, in part, to the consistent use of explicit teaching practices. By clearly modelling concepts, providing guided and independent practice, giving timely feedback, and systematically revisiting previously taught content, teachers support students to develop secure foundational knowledge and skills. This structured approach increases students’ confidence and ability to apply their learning independently, which can contribute to improved performance in national assessments.
YEAR THREE | |
Year 3 Reading | 85% |
Year 3 Writing | 78% |
Year 3 Spelling | 78% |
Year 3 Maths | 85% |
Year 3 Grammar and Punctuation | 74% |
YEAR FIVE | |
Year 5 Reading | 93% |
Year 5 Writing | 76% |
Year 5 Spelling | 96% |
Year 5 Maths | 93% |
Year 5 Grammar and Punctuation | 93% |
FINAL STUDENT DAY FOR 2026
Wednesday 16th December, 12 noon finish - We notify parents now that we will have an early finish on our final student day this year. Please note the date has not changed, only the finishing time. This will enable staff to gather in the afternoon of that day to hold their annual 'handover' to the following year's teachers; a process which can often take up to three hours to complete. We hope this does not cause too much inconvenience to families, especially with the early notification. TheirCare will also be notified of the early finish on this day. Thank you for your understanding.
DATES FOR YOUR 2026 CALENDAR
- Monday 23 February - Team Teach - Staff Professional Learning
- Friday 31 July - Religious Education - Staff Professional Learning
- Monday 2nd November - Time In Lieu acquittal day
- Monday 23 November - Time In Lieu acquittal day
- Tuesday 24th November- 2027 Planning - Staff Professional Learning
- Thursday 17 December - Time In Lieu acquittal day
- Friday 18 December - Time In Lieu acquittal day
PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES AT ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL
Parents who are seeking a psychologist for their child are welcome to make contact with Advanced Psychology, who run their sessions in a confidential space onsite. Sessions can take place during the school day. If this is something you are seeking, please make contact with Linda Kollind at Advanced Psychology on 03 7002 8006. Discuss your needs and Linda is able to assist with the right program and / or assessment for your child. Please know this is a completely confidential service.
ADVANCED PSYCHOLOGY BLOG
St Michael's School has partnered with Advanced Psychology with a psychologist working onsite weekly. This link takes you to a blog with podcasts / webinars that deal with a variety of topics which might be of interest to parents and teachers.