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...

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...

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* 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:...

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...

  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...

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,...

Dear Families, A warm welcome to all our Woodend Primary School families, whether you are returning or new to our school community! At Woodend, we know that strong partnerships between families and staff create the best learning and wellbeing outcomes for all...

Dear families, Thank you for the amazing way you have supported our school throughout the year. It is always wonderful to see how, together as a team, we support our young people—not only as part of their learning journey, but as they grow towards their teenage...

Classes are busy preparing for our upcoming Celebration Night! The weather forecast predicts 25° and sunny, perfect weather for an evening on the oval. More details about the event are available in an earlier blog post. Below is the schedule for the evening. While...

End of Year Reports Sharing students’ progress with families is an important part of supporting each child’s learning and development. The end-of-year report provides a comprehensive overview of your child as a learner, showing growth both academically and...

Approved 2026 Materials & Services Charge Dear families, As the Chief Executive’s delegate, I have approved the amount for the 2026 school year, of $385. This follows a successful poll where the majority supported the amount of $385 being the 2026 Materials and...

We warmly invite you to join us on Monday 8 December as we come together to celebrate the 2025 school year. Families are welcome to bring chairs or picnic rugs to sit on during the concert, along with a picnic dinner if you wish, to complement what will be...

We would like to provide an update regarding the recent gastroenteritis outbreak. Firstly, thank you for your understanding and support over the past week. We appreciate your cooperation with the need to cancel the disco, for keeping your children home if they were...

Woodend are looking for an Auskick coordinator for 2026, this can be a shared role and the person/people will be supported by the school and SANFL in their role as coordinator. If you are interested in the role please email Matthew Hehner...

We are excited and looking forward to our annual Sports Day event this Friday. Due to the current weather forecast, an alternative Sports Day timetable has been prepared. The number of class activities has been reduced to provide the best opportunity to complete...

Friday mornings in the hall is the place to be! We loved having our "little sprouts" - our younger members of our Woodend community and their families, come for a play on Fridays! Playgroup offers a fantastic opportunity for children to grow and build their skills,...