The Young Street Garden is a much-loved play area, providing a quiet space for small games on the grass and sand play. Unfortunately, after our recent improvements to the Atrium building, in which the Japanese Glass House and Technologies Rooms were added and the...

We are very excited to now offer a Playgroup to our families! This will take place on FRIDAY mornings during the school term for our preschool-aged children and their families. Please see flyer for more information. We hope you can join us! [pdf-embedder...

On Friday morning, we have been advised there was a concerning near miss on Young St involving a family and a car. Thankfully, no one was harmed, but it is a timely reminder for us all about the importance of using designated crossings and modelling safe behaviours...

School Footy Registrations Just a reminder that school footy (AFL) registrations are open! You may want to give this a go and play with your school friends! Who: Year 2-6 girls and boys When: Saturday mornings in Term 2 & 3 (Starting May 23rd) Where: West...

Dear Families, We are excited to announce that this Saturday, 21 March 2026, we will be holding an Election Day BBQ here at school whilst families come to vote in our school gym. To make this event a success, we are asking for your help! Whether you can spare an...

At Woodend Primary School we value strong partnerships between students, families and staff. These partnerships are especially important as we continue to support every child to grow as confident learners who can reflect on their progress and take increasing...

Harmony Week is a wonderful time, celebrated across Australia each year, where we come together to recognise and embrace the rich diversity within our community. It is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of inclusivity, respect, and making everyone feel...

Woodies Goodies Special Recess Treat ... MILKSHAKES! Tuesday 31st March 2026 (Week 10) Reception to Year 2 Classrooms: 3, 4, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 26, 27 and 30 Wednesday 1st April 2026 (Week 10) Year 3 to Year 6 Classrooms: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 24, 25,...

Parent/Teacher/Student Learning Conversations are an important element of our reporting process and build on partnerships with teachers, students and families. These conversations are about sharing information and strategies rather than just giving information....

Woodend Primary School is exploring the possibility of offering a playgroup for children aged 3–4 years and their families. We value community input and would appreciate your feedback to help us understand the level of interest and potential need for this program....

Here is information about ordering from our Woodies Goodies Canteen. • Lunch orders can be placed on the QKR app or your cash placed in a brown paper bag with your child's order, classroom number and amount of money enclosed, clearly written on the bag • QKR...

What is on our Woodies Goodies menu? What items are available over-the-counter at recess and lunchtime? What hot food lunch items can be ordered? We hope this post answers your questions about our canteen. Below you can see the items and prices.We try our best...

We have had a fantastic response from families showing interest in Pedal Prix for 2026! It is now time to register and pay! To register and pay, please go onto the QKR App and fill in all your child's details. The sooner you register the sooner we can organise the...

Events and celebrations are an important part of life at Woodend, with many special occasions celebrated and commemorated throughout the year. We encourage families to check our calendar and News Blog regularly for details about these events. Next week we observe...

The theme for Disability Inclusion Week 2026 is ‘Be Your True Self’. At Woodend Primary School, inclusion, understanding, and encouragement are part of our daily culture, and Disability Inclusion Week is a wonderful way to reinforce our values of Respect,...

NOTICE OF CHANGE TO BATHBANK ENTRANCE — Monday 23/2 to Friday 27/2/26 From Monday, 23 February to Friday, 27 February, access to Woodend Primary School via Bathbank Crescent will be closed. Ongoing building works at Woodend Children's Centre will involve trucks...

NAPLAN is a national literacy and numeracy assessment that students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 sit each year. It is the only national assessment all Australian students have the opportunity to undertake. NAPLAN assesses the literacy and numeracy skills that students...

Would your child be interested in playing Cricket for our school this year? Cricket season starts soon! It will commence in Week 3 of Term 1 and if your child is wanting to play, it is now time to register your child’s interest! You can do this by phoning the...

About Think U Know Think U Know is a nationally delivered cyber safety program that supports parents and carers to: Understand current online environments and risks faced by children and young people Recognise warning signs of online harm Learn practical strategies...

Families with school aged children who do not have reliable internet at home can apply for free wireless internet to support learning through the Student Home Internet Program (SHIP). To learn more about eligibility and how to apply, visit the department’s...

Woodend Racing 2026 - Expressions of Interest We are preparing for the 2026 Pedal Prix season by inviting expressions of interest from families. If your child is in Years 5 or 6 and is interested in being part of the Woodend Racing team, please complete this...

The Young Street Garden is a much-loved play area, providing a quiet space for small games on the grass and sand play. Unfortunately, after our recent improvements to the Atrium building, in which the Japanese Glass House and Technologies Rooms were added and the...

We are very excited to now offer a Playgroup to our families! This will take place on FRIDAY mornings during the school term for our preschool-aged children and their families. Please see flyer for more information. We hope you can join us! [pdf-embedder...

On Friday morning, we have been advised there was a concerning near miss on Young St involving a family and a car. Thankfully, no one was harmed, but it is a timely reminder for us all about the importance of using designated crossings and modelling safe behaviours...

School Footy Registrations Just a reminder that school footy (AFL) registrations are open! You may want to give this a go and play with your school friends! Who: Year 2-6 girls and boys When: Saturday mornings in Term 2 & 3 (Starting May 23rd) Where: West...

Dear Families, We are excited to announce that this Saturday, 21 March 2026, we will be holding an Election Day BBQ here at school whilst families come to vote in our school gym. To make this event a success, we are asking for your help! Whether you can spare an...