STEAM Week Highlights 2024
Once again, we started Term 4 with an amazing STEAM Week at Woodend! We thoroughly enjoyed coming together as a community to celebrate STEAM Week and we trust that you and your family were engaged and inspired by the variety of experiences on offer. Thank you to...
Sports Day Menu 2024
It's nearing Sports Day and you want to make sure your child has ordered their food and drink for the day. It's also important that you know what is available for yourselves as spectators! Sports Day is on Friday 1st November 2024 (Week 3) QKR orders have opened...
Calling Woodend Artists!
YOU have an exciting opportunity to have your artwork on the cover of the Festival of Music Songbook for 2024. For 2024 one of Woodend's students was a Runner Up! Her design was featured on the back cover.. All information and forms can be found on the Festival of...
UPDATE: The sandpit area has been cleared
Dear Community, We would like to update you on the progress towards identifying the origin and nature of the mysterious egg. This afternoon, at around 2:15 pm, the egg was collected by a member of the police and has been taken away for further investigation, along...
Archaeologist’s Follow Up Statement
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Get excited! Colour Run 2024 is coming!
This year, we will be holding a School Colour-Run as our major fundraising event! Organised by our SRC and Parent Network, this event is designed to raise much needed money towards a new playground near the office. About the Program: The School Fun Run promotes...
The Case of the Mysterious Egg
An exciting discovery was made at Woodend this morning. Ken arrived at school early to find a large, unusual egg-like object in the sandpit near the gym. The egg, significantly larger than any common species in the region, has raised curiosity about its origin. As...
ArtBEAT Tickets – On sale NOW!
Our performers have been hard at work preparing for ArtBEAT 2024, a celebration of the performing arts at Woodend. Please refer to the schedule below for details about which acts will be performed at each show. All Woodend families are welcome to purchase tickets...
Welcome Back to Term Four
Dear families, As we begin the first week of Term 4, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for your continued support and involvement in our school community. This term is always filled with excitement and energy as we approach the end of the school year....
UPDATE – NEW DATE! Madhavi Nawana-Parker at Woodend Primary School
UPDATE - NEW DATE!!!! Please be aware the date has changed for our upcoming session with Madhavi Nawana Parker. Feel free to share with family and friends. Parents, families and community members are invited to join us for a free seminar with the...
Southern Valley Track & Field
Congratulations to the 6 Woodend students who were selected to represent Southern Valley at the State Metropolitan Track & Field Championships on Tuesday 17th September. Cleo - Shot Put Bryson - High Jump Charlie - Shot Put Elijah - Discus Jordon - Shot Put...
Woodend Shines at the Adelaide Festival Centre!
We are thrilled to share the remarkable success of our recent Festival of Music choir performance! Our talented senior choir students captivated the audience last Saturday with their beautiful voices and impeccable skills, showcasing their musical abilities,...
Success at Schools Challenge Australia!
Excitement filled the air as 70 Woodend students took to the Entertainment Centre stage on Tuesday, September 10th. They danced with elegance, power, and precision! The judges’ comments focused on how professional they looked, especially considering they were...
Wittunga Botanical Gardens Reception Excursion
On Tuesday September 10th, Reception students visited Wittunga Botanical Gardens. In our STEAM learning we have been investigating pollination, pollinating insects, animals and plants. The Wittunga Botanical Gardens provided the perfect outdoor learning environment...
School Sport Australia 12 Years and Under Netball Championships
Congratulations to Levi Marriott, a year 6 Woodend student who has represented South Australia in the under 12's Boys Netball Team. Levi has been in Melbourne competing and their team has finished the week in 2nd place. The boys played against Victoria, New South...
Get Ready for STEAM Week 2024!
It’s almost time for us to celebrate STEAM Week at Woodend Primary School! This year, we will explore how species survival is more than sustainability, as we showcase our future-focused thinking, problem-solving, and the challenge of thriving in a changing world....
Book Week Writing Challenge 2024
This year during Book Week we held a whole school 'Writing Challenge' to promote writing across the school. Students were given the writing prompt "A wonderful and magical place..." and were able to create writing pieces of their choice. Some students made books,...
Time to order your Special Lunch Treat!
Woodies Goodies Special Lunch treat for Term 3 is something new to try! See below for further details: Woodies Goodies Special Lunch Treat MILKSHAKE Tuesday 17th September (Week 9) for Reception - Year 3 Thursday 19th September (Week 9) for Years 4 - 6 ****** 3...
Under The Sea We Go! 2025 Musical Announced
After a successful 2024 season of 'We Will Rock You - Young @ Part' we are excited to announce our 2025 Musical; Disney's The Little Mermaid Junior. Please see all the current information on the attached PDF and click on the link below to register your child's...
Success at Southern District Hiragana Reading Competition
On Wednesday 8 of our students took part in the annual Southern District Hiragana Reading Competition, held at Reynella East College. It was a highly sort after position and after lunch time try outs the 2 teams were chosen to take part in the event. Along with 22...
Student Leaders and the Youth Environmental Leaders Program
This year, we have 14 elected Year 6 student leaders who regularly work with our Student Representative Council (SRC) to plan and undertake student-led initiatives. The student leaders collaborate with the SRC to determine areas of focus for our projects. These...
Congratulations to Our Presenters at ‘DigiDo 2024‘
On Tuesday, 11 of our amazing students from Years 3, 5, and 6 represented our school at the 2024 DigiDo Student Led Technology Conference at Scotch College! This fantastic event brought together students from a variety of public and private schools to learn about...
Master Blaster Cricket “Come and Try”
Woodend Master Blaster Cricket Come and Try When: Thursday 12th September (Week 8) Time: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Cost: Free Where: Woodend Primary School Oval What we do: Modified 8 a side game of cricket using plastic equipment and modified rules, all equipment...
Neurodiversity Book List
Last week we celebrated a busy and fun filled Book Week. A positive representation of diversity is important in all aspects of school life, and this includes the books we read. This year there were three shortlisted books that touched on themes of diversity,...
Auditions Open for our 2024 Arts Showcase!
We are thrilled to announce that this year we will be hosting a live arts showcase. ArtBEAT 2024, a celebration of the performing arts at Woodend, is scheduled for Thursday, October 24th. This special event will highlight the talents of our students, with...
Term 3 Update
Dear families, EduTECH Conference Each term is always a very busy time for teachers, students and parents. This term has been no exception. We have been planning for quite some time to extend the knowledge and understanding of our staff in relation to the impact of...
Parent forum for parents and carers of children with disability
Parent forum for parents and carers of children with disability Parents and carers of children with disability are invited to join a free parent forum on Thursday 12 September 2024. The forum will focus on department services and processes available to support...
Book Week Canteen Surprises!
To add to the Book Week festivities, our Woodies Goodies Canteen will be offering some surprises this Thursday 22/8 and Friday 23/8! There will be some surprise treats on sale linked to children's picture fiction books that your child may enjoy. Come and see! Be...
Fathers Day Stall
Parent Network volunteers are excited to once again host a Gift Stall in honour of Father’s Day. Our aim is to offer students an opportunity to say ‘Thank You’ to the special people in their lives who care for them. All Woodend classes are rostered to visit the...
Woodend Performance Team Expression of Interest Open
Expressions of Interest for the Woodend Performance Team for 2026 are now open.Click here to register your interestOur Woodend Performance Team is a group of dedicated year 4-6 students who are interested in learning an 8-minute performance to tell a story using a...
Cricket information 2026
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...
Think U Know Parent/Carer Presentations – Blackwood, Marion, Noarlunga
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...
Student Home Internet Program
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
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...
Give Basketball a try in 2026!
Is your child interested in playing basketball for Woodend this year? Registrations will be opening this week after Acquaintance Night on Tuesday 3/2/26. You can find out more information by joining this Basketball Facebook page, checking the sports section of the...
2026 Student Free Days and School Closure Information
Dear Families, We would like to clarify our upcoming student free days and planned school closure dates for 2026. Our aim is to ensure all families are fully informed and able to make the necessary arrangements well in advance. It has recently come to our...
AFL opportunity Term 1 2026
*AFL opportunity Term 1 2026* Please register your interest at the front office by next Thursday Feb 5th if your child is keen to participate in this Term 1 Gather Round Schools Aussie Rules football opportunity. For years 3-6 Venue: Wirreanda High School Dates:...
Thriving in the Heat: A Positive Start to the 2026 School Year
Dear Parents and Caregivers, What a hot but fantastic start we’ve had to the school year! On behalf of all staff, we extend a very warm welcome to both new and returning families. Our newest Receptions have settled beautifully into their three classes, making a...
Instrumental Music Lessons in 2026
Is your child interested in learning guitar, drums, violin or piano in 2026? These instrumental lessons are offered by private providers at a weekly cost and take place during school hours. Payments and communication regarding lessons are managed...
Acquaintance Night – Tuesday the 3rd of February
Join us next Tuesday for Acquaintance Night — a relaxed community evening and a great chance to meet your child’s teachers, learn more about our programs, and visit classrooms and specialist learning areas. Acquaintance Night is the perfect opportunity to mingle,...











