Principal Report

World Teachers' Day - Friday 30th October

On Friday, we celebrate World Teachers' Day, a wonderful opportunity to recognise and acknowledge the incredible teachers and education support staff we are so fortunate to have at our school.

We are incredibly proud of our dedicated teaching team and the passion, care and commitment they bring to our school each and every day. Their efforts in ensuring every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to achieve their personal best are truly appreciated.

On behalf of our entire school community, I extend a heartfelt thank you to all our wonderful teachers and education support staff for everything they do. Happy World Teachers' Day! We are very lucky to have you.

Changes to Our Student Reports

The Victorian Department of Education’s updated reporting format will formally commence in Semester 1, 2027. In preparation, we are endeavouring to align this year’s Semester 2 reports as closely as possible with the new format. Families may therefore notice some changes to the way their child’s learning, achievement and progress are presented as we begin this transition.

The updated approach aims to provide a clear, concise overview of each child’s learning while simplifying the report-writing process.

What does the updated format include?

A shorter, more concise overall teacher comment.

This comment highlights key aspects of your child’s learning and progress, supported by the achievement information and ratings included in the report.

Alignment with the updated Victorian Curriculum

Reports reflect the Victorian Curriculum F–10 Version 2.0 achievement standards in the learning areas where the updated curriculum has been introduced. These standards describe the knowledge and skills students are expected to demonstrate at each level and provide the basis for teachers’ judgements about achievement.

Clear information about achievement and progress

Reports show your child’s achievement in the curriculum areas taught, their progress since the previous report and a five-point rating. Where an age-expected scale applies, ratings range from well below to well above the expected level. 

Students can also make meaningful progress within a curriculum level. A child whose reported level stays the same may still have developed valuable new knowledge and skills during the semester.

Overall ratings for effort and interactions with others

The updated primary school format includes overall ratings describing your child’s effort and how they interact with others. These provide a simple overview of their approach to learning and participation in the classroom, alongside their academic achievement.

Working together to support your child

Semester reports are one part of our ongoing communication with families. Conversations with teachers provide opportunities to explore your child’s strengths, discuss areas for further development and consider how we can work together to support their learning.

When reports become available, we encourage you to read them with your child, celebrate their achievements and discuss their learning. 

Thank you for your support as we work towards introducing the updated format in 2027.

We acknowledge the Bunurong people, the Traditional 

Owners of the land on which Baxter Primary School resides, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.