Leadership
Steiner program clarification
In August last year, I notified the community through the Dhumbadjirri that from 2027 we would no longer be taking prep enrolments into the Steiner stream and that all current students would continue their Steiner program until the end of their primary school years.
I am aware of rumours that the Steiner program will cease completely next year, however there is no basis to this, and nothing has changed from what was communicated last year that the program will continue. This is still dependent on student numbers in each year level and a decline in current Steiner enrolments would have an impact on the formation of classes for next year. If you have any further questions or you do hear of something that has not been officially communicated by the school, please get in contact with me at David.Wells@education.vic.gov.au.
Child safety and wellbeing at Thornbury Primary School: information for families and the school community
Thornbury Primary School is committed to providing an environment where students are safe and feel safe. We have a zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to protecting children from harm.
Our comprehensive child safety framework outlines our school’s strategies to support student safety and wellbeing. The framework includes the following policies, codes and procedures:
· Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy
· Child Safety Code of Conduct
· Child Safety Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy and Procedures
· Student Engagement and Wellbeing Policy
· Yard Duty and Supervision Policy
Our students and their families are important partners in keeping our students safe. We value feedback and ideas on how we can continuously strengthen our child safety framework.
If you have any suggestions or comments, please contact me at David.Wells@education.vic.gov.au.