From the Office
WHOLE SCHOOL TRANSITION MORNING – Tuesday 13th December
On Tuesday 13th December we will have our Whole School Transition morning.
All new students and those returning to Woodend Primary School in 2023, will spend the morning session in their 2023 classroom and where possible, with their 2023 teacher.
Please note the following:
- Please ensure your child arrives at school on time to be ready for the transition
- All 2022 Year 4 students need to be at the Woodend campus for the morning transition and CU1 & CU3 will then head out to Carlsruhe at the end of recess.
- All 2023 Year 4 students will be catching the bus to our Carlsruhe Annexe for the morning transition session and return to Woodend PS sometime during recess.
- Students from ALL YEARS, not returning to Woodend PS in 2023 will be supervised separately, whilst the transition sessions are taking place.
PARENT PAYMENT & BOOK REQUISITE INFORMATION 2023
Payments are able to be made anytime from now via QKR.
Woodend Primary School is looking forward to another great year of teaching and learning and would like to advise you of Woodend Primary School’s voluntary financial contributions for 2023.
Schools provide students with free instruction to fulfil the standard Victorian curriculum and we want to assure you that all contributions are voluntary. However, when there is a shortfall in these contributions, funds earmarked for school improvement projects are diverted to address this.
Your financial support in 2022 has allowed us to purchase the following items which are of direct benefit to students at our Woodend and Carlsruhe campus -: Ninja Playground, iPad replacement, Kiln for Art Room, block out blinds in classrooms plus seating, picnic tables and additional bike racks in the yard.
We appreciate the ongoing financial support from our school community as it allows us to continue to allocate funds to these important improvements, which are all aimed at delivering the best possible learning environment for our students.
| CURRICULUM CONTRIBUTIONS - items and activities that students use, or participate in, to access the Curriculum | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Booklist Requisites - ALL requisites for students in ALL year levels, will be bought in bulk for 2023.There will be no requirement to lodge an individual booklist. All items will be purchased in bulk at the best possible price and be made available for students at the beginning of the school year. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Netbook Program (Yr 5 & 6 only) - Woodend Primary School is committed to providing learning environments that will engage our students and provide independence and flexibility in their learning.We believe students should be able to learn in teams, collaboratively, as a class, a whole community or alone. Our Netbook Program aims to expand the learning environment beyond the walls of the classroom. It gives students the capability to collaborate, share information and experiences and take control of their learning in ways not previously possible, whilst also preparing them for 21st century learning. The fee covers the cost of using the device and technical support for the year. (Yr 4) – Please see separate information regarding the Bring Your Own Specified Device Program for Year 4, 2023.Further information covering the netbook distribution process, will be provided. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS - for non-curriculum items and activities | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Carlsruhe Bus – (Yr 4 only) - the cost of transport to and from our Carlsruhe Annexe, 4 days a week, will be $100 per child. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
School Improvement Fund Woodend Primary School continues to welcome your voluntary contributions to support our school. This year’s contributions will once again be channelled to the classroom/education, grounds, buildings & the library, which were the areas identified in the 2019 parent survey. Payments can be made via Qkr and the recommended amounts this year are based on a family rather than per student. When entering the ‘School Improvement Funds’ menu on Qkr you will be asked to select the number of children. The recommended fees are listed below or select a different amount if that is what you wish to contribute. $140 for one child............................. $250 for two children...................... $330 for three children................... Tax deductible contributions If you would like to claim a tax deduction, please direct your contribution to the Building and/or Library Fund, NOT the School Improvement Fund. A separate receipt for tax purposes can only be issued for donations to either the Building or Library Fund. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Extra-Curricular Items and Activities |
Woodend Primary School offers a range of items and activities that enhance or broaden the schooling experience of students and are above and beyond what the school provides, in order to deliver the Curriculum. These are provided on a user-pays basis. Excursions and Camps – Throughout the year, excursions and camps may be organised for specific year levels. Details will be provided via Compass when an event has been scheduled. Instrumental Music Program - Various outside tutors provide tuition to students on a wide range of instruments. The program is an extra-curricular activity where participation is optional and tuition fees are set by and paid direct to the music tutor. Please contact the school for further information. Instrument Hire – The school owns a variety of instruments which are available for hire, if participating in the Instrumental Music Program. Please contact the school for further information. |
Financial Support for Families
Woodend Primary School understands that some families may experience financial difficulty and offers a range of support options, including:
- the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund
- a confidential discussion about accessing financial assistance or if you would like to discuss alternative payment arrangements for any activity, contact:
- Diana Ellis - Ph: 03 5427 2455 Email: diana.ellis@education.vic.gov.au
Payment methods – please note – No individual accounts will be issued.
Via QKR (free app) – for payment of Booklist, Netbook Program, Carlsruhe Bus, School Improvement Fund and Building & Library Fund Contributions. Also for Canteen & Uniform Shop orders.
Refunds
Parent requests for refunds are subject to the discretion of the school and made on a case-by-case basis. Refunds will be provided where the school deems it is reasonable and fair to do so, taking into consideration whether a cost has been incurred, the Department’s Parent Payment Policy and Guidance, Financial Help for Families Policy and any other relevant information.
PARENT PAYMENTS POLICY (one page review - please see pdf)
Sue Turner - Business Manager