Important Notices

Farewell Miss Brooke

As shared on Compass a few weeks ago and during assembly, today is Brooke Slopak’s last day at KPS before she begins a role with the Department of Education as an Education Improvement Leader (EIL) for Diverse Learners. Brooke is one of the few staff members who have been with KPS since the very beginning, and many of our families will know her as having had children in her class. Brooke has supported our teachers and students enormously, and she will be greatly missed by staff, students and families. Her new role runs until the middle of next year, and we know she’ll make a real difference in it. Thank you, Brooke, and good luck!

Colour Run - Friday 13 November

Our Colour Run is on next Friday, 13 November, and families are very welcome to come along and cheer on our runners. As an extra incentive, every student who raises over $500 will go into a draw for the chance to slime Mr Cook! Thank you to everyone who has already been fundraising.

World Teachers Day 

Last Friday, 30 October, we celebrated World Teachers’ Day. I want to acknowledge every teacher and staff member at KPS. Their dedication is remarkable. The way our staff collaborate and support one another has built a culture stronger than any I’ve seen before. Our staff go the extra step every day. They are always refining their practice and learning, so that our students get the very best. Above all, I see it in the classroom, the patience, warmth and care they show every child, and the way they make each student feel known and able to succeed. 

Thank you, team KPS.

Prep 2027 Transition

Our first Prep transition session is next Tuesday, 10 November, at 9:30am. We can’t wait to welcome our new Preps and their families to KPS.

Remembrance Day: Wednesday 11 November

On Wednesday our school will mark Remembrance Day by pausing for a minute’s silence at before play 1 to remember those who served and those who lost their lives in war and conflict.

2027 Class Placement Requests: Now Closed

Requests for 2027 class placements closed on Wednesday 4 November. Thank you to the families who got in touch. Please remember that your requests help us with the placement of students, but we can’t guarantee that your child will or will not be placed with the students you have named. Most of our classes include 2-3 classes, so balancing students across classes is complex. At KPS, we want to make the most positive choice for every child when it comes to class placements. When forming classes, we consider:

• class sizes and the balance of year levels
• a balance of girls and boys
• each student’s learning needs and the support they require
• wellbeing and social-emotional needs
• friendships, so every child has at least one familiar peer
• separating students where that’s in their best interests
• teacher knowledge and recommendations

• requests from families

   

Classes for 2027 will be announced at the end of the year.

Collecting Children During the Day

If you need to collect your child early, please notify the office in advance so we can have them ready for you. Schools are busy places, and it can take time to locate students, particularly if they are in specialist classes or other learning areas.

To minimise disruptions, please avoid collections during:

•    Play 1: 10:58 - 11:28

•    Play 2: 1:14 - 1:44

During these times, children may not hear PA announcements, and buildings are locked for safety, making it difficult to collect belongings.  

Term 4 Clubs 

Term 4 Assembly Dates

Next week we're reverting to assemblies on even weeks for the rest of the term. Please see the timetable below.