School Update
Curriculum Areas & People Spotlight
Reminder - Gate Times
To help ensure the safety and cleanliness of our school facilities, we would like to remind families of our new gate times.
School Drop Off | Gates Open | 8.35am |
Gates Close | 9.15am | |
School Pick Up | Gates Open | 3.00pm |
Gates Close | 4.00pm |
We kindly ask that all families and visitors have departed the school grounds prior to gate closure times.
Thank you for your ongoing support in helping us maintain a safe and welcoming school environment.
Sport Update
Hobsons Bay Division Cross-Country
On Thursday May 28th, nine of Willy North’s best Cross-Country runners attended the Hobsons Bay Division Championships.
In cool and mild conditions, our students pushed themselves through 2000m and 3000m events, racing against top performing students from across all of Hobsons Bay.
All of our students displayed excellent determination, positivity and sportsmanship, each running to the best of their ability.
Congratulations to all of our competitors, and a special good luck to Zara T, Zara B, Indiana, Alfie, Charlotte and Millie, who qualified for the Region Cross-Country Championships – one level below state representation.
Keep up the training and hard work, and I hope to see you on the track again soon.
Important dates for Foundation (Prep) 2027 Enrolments
We look forward to welcoming new families and a new cohort of Preps into our community!
Prep 2027 Enrolment Timeline
Enrolment applications for students starting Prep in 2027 opened on Monday 20 April 2026. Children can start Foundation if they turn 5 years old by 30 April in the year they begin school. School is compulsory for children who are 6 years old.
School zones can be found via www.findmyschool.vic.gov.au. In Victoria, every child has the right to attend their designated neighbourhood government school (local school). The Victorian government supports school choice. This means that you can apply to schools other than your local school. Schools will consider your application in line with the department’s Placement Policy, and offer enrolment if there are available places.
If you wish to tour our school (optional), please contact the office on (03) 9397 5722.
Submit your application form by Friday 31 July 2026.
You will be notified of the outcome of your application via email between Monday 3 August and Friday 14 August 2026.
If you receive an offer, you should accept the offer via email by Friday 28 August 2026.
If your enrolment application is not successful, and you believe you have appropriate grounds to appeal the decision, you may lodge a written appeal with the school by Friday 28 August 2026 using the Appeal Form, found in the Appeals information pack for parents and carers, available on the Enrolling in school webpage (https://www.vic.gov.au/how-choose-school-and-enrol). We will notify you in writing of appeal outcomes by Friday 11 September 2026.
Transition sessions will be run end of Term 3 2026.
Useful links:
• Find my School – findmyschool.vic.gov.au
• Information on school zones – vic.gov.au/school-zones
• Enrolling in Foundation (Prep) – vic.gov.au/enrolling-foundation-prep
• Enrolling in school – vic.gov.au/how-choose-school-and-enrol
• Disability and inclusive education – vic.gov.au/disability-and-inclusive-education
• Department of Education contact – Call 1800 338 663 or email: enquiries@education.vic.gov.au
Sibling Photo Day 2026
Family/Sibling/Individual catch up photographs will be taken in Term 2 on Wednesday 3rd June. Please contact the office for your family shoot key to place your order, otherwise contact MSP directly on 9115 1642.
Dogs on school grounds
We would like to remind all members of our school community that dogs are not permitted on school premises at any time.
This policy is in place for several important reasons:
Student safety: Even well-behaved dogs can act unpredictably, particularly in busy and noisy environments with young children.
Allergies and health concerns: Some students and staff have allergies to animal fur or dander, which can be triggered by the presence of dogs.
Fear and anxiety: Not all children are comfortable around dogs, and their presence may cause distress or fear.
Hygiene considerations: Maintaining a clean and safe environment is essential, and animals can introduce hygiene risks.
Duty of care and liability: The school has a responsibility to ensure a safe environment, and the presence of animals can create avoidable risks.
We kindly ask that you do not bring dogs onto school grounds, including during drop-off and pick-up times. If you need to bring a dog with you, please ensure it remains outside the school gates at all times.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe, inclusive, and focused learning environment for all students.
Recess & Lunch - What is Nude Food?
Nude Food is food without excess packaging. This reduces the amount of 'stuff' that needs to go in bins to be sent to landfill. Durable, reusable containers are a great way to bring food, as they may last from primary school through to high school and beyond, providing long term cost savings and environmental benefits. Up to 50% of items in school bins comes from food and drink packaging. You can help the environment and help our school reduce waste disposal costs.
PACK | AVOID |
|---|---|
. Snacks in a reusable containers . Reusable utensils (where possible) . Reusable Lunchbox . Reusable drink bottles | . Disposable drink boxes, cans, cartons, bottles . Pre-packaged lunches or single use items . Disposable forks and spoons . Plastic bags, Cling wrap, Foil |
| Examples of Nude Food below. | |
Big Freeze Event
This Friday 5th June, our school will be turning icy as we come together to support Fight MND through our exciting Big Freeze event!
On Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th June, our JRC students will be visiting classrooms selling homemade Big Freeze-themed creations and raffles to help raise money for this important cause. These will be in exchange for a gold coin donation.
On the big day, we’ll also be hosting a whole-school Big Freeze event, where some brave teachers will take on the ultimate Ice Bucket Challenge!
We can’t wait to see our school community join together, have some fun, and help make a difference. If you would like to buy a Big Freeze goodie from our JRC representatives, please come to school with a donation on either Wednesday or Thursday. Willy North Big Freeze badges will also be available for purchase for $3.
WNPS Sunnyside Fete (Save the Date) – Sunday 22 November 2026
After a 7-year hiatus, the biannual WNPS Fete is back and better than ever!
We have a fresh new look, a new name - The WNPS Sunnyside Fete - and new event coordinators who are determined to make this the best fete the community has ever hosted.
The fete will be held on Sunday 22 November 2026 and will be jam packed with rides, delicious food, activities and fun for the whole family.
Be sure to follow us on Instagram (@williamstownnorthps and @wnps.sunnysidefete) and Facebook for updates, announcements, sneak peeks and all things fete-related as we count down to the big day.
Please get in touch with Lauralee & Sharon at willynorthfete@gmail.com if you can contribute to making this a not-to-be-missed event!
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