From the Principal
2025 Contributions (Parent Payments Policy)
School Council endorsed the 2025 Parent Payments Policy at the October meeting. Please visit 2025 Contributions and Parent Payments Policy Payments are made through Compass Pay with a due date for Voluntary Contributions of January 31st, 2025. Parkdale Primary School appreciates your support to continue to provide the best possible education and facilities for your children.
Grade 3 Camp
Our Grade 3 students, along with their teachers and parents, have made unforgettable memories at Phillip Island! The camp was packed with exciting activities, including the thrilling giant swing, challenging low ropes course, precision-testing archery, and Amaze N Things.
The children were enthusiastic and demonstrated teamwork and resilience, while embracing every challenge. Thank you to the staff and parents who attended the camp.
Japanese Day
Next Friday 29th November is Japanese day. Mami Sensei and Mackenzie Sensei have organised an amazing program for the ‘Summer Festival’ themed Japanese Day. The students will participate in a range of festival game activities on the day. The students can also dress up in a Japanese inspired costume as well as order Sushi for lunch. All sushi orders need to be done via QKR.
Preps 2025
We held our first Prep 2025 transition day on Tuesday. We welcome all our new families to PPS as well as our current families who have a child beginning prep. Thank you to the PPA/parent reps for organising the uniform sale, serving tea/coffee, speaking on how parents can become involved in the school and answering general questions. The new prep students had a great time and there were plenty of smiles at the end of the session.
Christmas Concert Rehearsals Are in Full Swing!
Christmas concert – Thursday 5th December, starting time 5pm. Students arrive at 4:45pm.
The sound of festive cheer is filling the air at PPS as Ms. Willis and the children dive into Christmas concert rehearsals. The school is alive with the children singing their Christmas songs and the enthusiasm in every note promises a spectacular performance.
Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate the magic of Christmas through the voices of our talented students.
Curriculum Day
Friday 6th December is a curriculum day. This day staff will be planning for 2025. Their care will operate a pupil free program on this day. Please book directly through TheirCare if you require this service.
Grade 6 Graduation Tuesday 17th December
It is an exciting time for the Grade 6 students who are busy finalising their memory books and preparing for their graduation evening. The ceremony starts at 5pm. Students arrive: 4.45pm
Please Note: Limited Capacity
We understand the desire to include grandparents and siblings in this special event. Unfortunately, due to the large size of this cohort, we are unable to accommodate requests for additional attendees beyond the two adults per student limit. While we would love to include everyone, space constraints mean we’ve had to make difficult decisions. This ensures the safety and comfort of all attendees, including our students. Thank you for working with us to make this event a success for everyone involved.
Last Day of Term 4 – Friday 20th December
The final assembly will begin at 1:00pm and students will be dismissed at 1:30pm.
We will farewell our Grade 6 students who will be dismissed from the basketball court. All other students in Foundation to Grade 5 will be dismissed from their classrooms.
School structure for 2025
Staff are finalising end of year reports and making a start on transition processes for 2025. We have finalised the Grade structure for next year; Foundation x 4 grades, Grade 1 x 5 grades, Grade 2 x 4 grades, Grade 3 x 4 grades, Grade 4 x 4 grades, Grade 5 x 4 grades and Grade 6 x 4 grades. Specialist classes will remain the same – Physical Education, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Japanese and Wellbeing/Digital Technologies.
Kind regards
Leanne Bradney