Woodend turns 20!

To celebrate Woodend Primary School’s 20th Birthday we have a number of events occurring during the year. As the official Birthday date is Friday 22 May, our first event will be a day of celebration on that day. The first event is a whole school Assembly from 9:30...

Play at Woodend

Our teachers have always recognised that play was an important aspect of child development. However, it has also been challenging for teachers to provide enough time for play while working to develop formal literacy and numeracy skills. We are now really trying...

What is in a balanced lunchbox?

As the new school year commences, families return to morning routines. One routine required almost every weekday morning is packing your child’s lunchbox. Parents/caregivers ask themselves the same questions: What can I give me child today? What will they feel...

Attendance – Every Day Matters

It is important that students develop regular habits of attendance. This enables them to maximise their educational opportunities and to actively participate in their learning. LATE FOR SCHOOL? There are occasions when your child is late for school. When this...

Child Protection Curriculum

In all Department for Education and Child Development sites, there is a Child Protection in Schools, Early Childhood Education and Care Services policy. Included in this policy is a requirement that all children and young people in preschools and schools will access...