From the Principal
Mother's Day Celebration
Thank you to all the mothers, grandmothers, aunties and special people who attended our Mother’s Day Assembly and Morning Tea last week. It was such a beautiful morning and wonderful to see so many familiar faces joining us to celebrate the important role you play in the lives of our children. The children were so excited and proud to show you their special book presentation and Mother’s Day video, it was great to see their joy and enthusiasm. I hope you felt celebrated, appreciated and valued for all the countless things you do each and every day.
The morning tea provided an opportunity for our community to come together, connect and share in this special occasion. It was lovely to spend time speaking with many of our mums and families, hearing about your plans for Mother’s Day - most of us just wanted a sleep in so I do hope you all got one!! We hope everyone had a beautiful and relaxing Mother’s Day on Sunday surrounded by love and appreciation and you all enjoyed the handmade gift created by your child; all the children put so much thought, care and pride into making them.
Cancer Council Biggest Morning Tea
Biggest Morning Tea will be held on Wednesday 27th May. Student Voice Council have once again decided to support the Cancer Council fundraiser this year which funds research, prevention and support services for those affected by cancer. Please note for this year’s Biggest Morning Tea the school will provide the morning tea for all the students. Students will be required to bring $2 for morning tea, wear free dress (colourful dress) and bring a gold coin to donate to the Cancer Council.
See the invite from Student Voice Council on page 5 of this newsletter.
Families can donate using this link or the QR code - donations big or small are appreciated!
Australia's Biggest Morning Tea 2026 - Athol Road Primary School's Biggest Morning Tea
2026 Twilight School
Twilight School is coming! This much-loved annual event has been part of our school calendar for over 10 years. While it is usually held during Education Week, this year Twilight School will take place on Thursday 4th June due to the Year 5/6 Camp to Sovereign Hill next week. The day after Twilight School, Friday 5th June, will be a student-free Curriculum Day, followed by the King’s Birthday Public Holiday on Monday 8th June, which means it will be an extra-long weekend just for you!
Twilight School, Thursday 4th June, students start school 12.30pm and finish at 7.00pm.
More details regarding this day will be provided but in summary the day will look like this:
12.15pm – 12.30pm: Students arrive to school
12.30pm – 2.30pm: Learning Space Program
2.30pm – 3.00pm: Afternoon Recess (students bring their own snack)
3.00pm – 4.30pm: Learning Space Program
4.30pm – 5.30pm: Dinner Break (students provided with a meal)
5.30pm – 7.00pm: Glow Party Disco in the Hall
7.00pm: Students dismissed from learning space to an adult family member
PLEASE NOTE: If your child needs to attend Before School Care on Twilight School, please notify the school office on 9547 1224 or email athol.road.ps@education.vic.gov.au
All information regarding Before School Care on Twilight School Day will be sent out on Sentral.
Do you have a child starting school next year?
Key dates for 2027 Foundation (Prep) enrolment include:
Enrolment applications open from the start of Term 2 – Monday 20 April 2026.
Enrolment applications close on the last Friday of July – Friday 31 July 2026.
Schools notify families of outcomes between Monday 3 August 2026 and Friday 14 August 2026.
Families who receive an enrolment offer should respond to the offer by Friday 28 August 2026.
To support families in understanding the enrolment timeline, an Enrolment Information Pack for the Early Childhood Sector has been released.
If you wish to enrol your child at Athol Road PS in Foundation for 2027 please follow the instructions here: Starting at ARPS | Athol Road Primary School
All Athol Road PS Foundation enrolments must be completed online - you will need to go to the Vic Portal here: Home and create a Services Victoria account OR log in to your Services Victoria account.
Ensure you have the following documentation:
- Proof of birth (birth certificate if born in Australia, passport if born overseas)
- Up to date immunisation statement
- Proof of address
- Proof of residency (if applicable)
- VISA documentation (if applicable)
Please contact the school office if you need assistance.
Aussies of the Month
Congratulations to the April Aussies of the Month:
Orlando in Year 1 and Gordon in Year 6. Well done Orlando and Gordon!!
The Key Values of Aussie of the Month are:
Fair go: not just how we apply ourselves but also in providing opportunity for all
Mateship: a generosity of spirit and compassion for those in need
Respect: of self, of others, our community, and the environment
Inclusion: acceptance and respect of difference
Carmel Nigro
Principal