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,...
Staying Connected in 2026
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...
Year 6 Memento 2025
This year, our Year 6 students thoughtfully considered how they could leave a meaningful legacy for the school community—something practical, long-lasting and reflective of their journey through primary school. After discussing a range of ideas and voting as a...
2025 Year 6 Graduate Award Winners
This week we proudly celebrate the remarkable Woodend Primary School Year 6 Class of 2025. This cohort has shown resilience, leadership, kindness and a strong commitment to their learning throughout their years at Woodend. As they take their next steps into...
A Practical Display of Our School Values
This morning, we witnessed a truly inspiring example of our school values in action. Following last night’s Christmas event, our school oval was covered in litter. As we considered how best to tackle the clean-up, one of our Year 6 students, Isaac, arrived at...
CHRISTMAS MESSAGE
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...
2025 Celebration Night Schedule
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 & 2026 Class Placements
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
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...
2025 Celebration Night is Coming!
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...
Gastroenteritis Update and New Disco Date
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...
Rugby League
Congratulations to the Woodend Year 5/6 boys who, on Friday 14th November, participated in the Dave Cohen Festival of Rugby League. The team were invited to attend this event as a result of their teamwork and excellent results in a Term 2 competition. The boys...
Auskick Coordinator
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...
Oval Developments – We’d Love Your Feedback!
Earlier in the year, we sought input for the development of our oval space to incorporate active areas that meet the needs of our students, as well as families who use the oval after school and on weekends. There was overwhelming interest in installing an active...
You’re Invited to Our Volunteer Celebration – Thank You for Making a Difference!
At Woodend, our values of Respect, Community and Care shine through the generosity of our volunteers. Every moment you give - whether helping in classrooms, coaching sports teams, supporting on excursions, or lending a hand in the canteen, garden or library -...
2025 Remembrance Day Ceremony
Today, our school held a Remembrance Day Ceremony, thoughtfully led by our students. It was a heartfelt event, acknowledging the sacrifices made by so many that have allowed us to enjoy the privileges we have in Australia today. Our 600+ students were very quiet...
Relive the Magic of ArtBEAT 2025
ArtBEAT 2025 was a special celebration of our students’ talent, creativity, and hard work. From the first note to the final bow, it was wonderful to see our students shine. Every performance was polished, confident, and memorable. The pride on their faces as they...
2026 Musical- Seussical Jr! Expression of Interest
Woodend Musical 2026 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST Seussical Jr Dear families/caregivers, Following a second successful musical this year, in 2026, years 4-6 students have the exciting opportunity to be a part of a musical as part of an extra-curricular program. At this...
Woodend Primary School – Remembrance Day Assembly Invitation
Dear Parents, Families and Community Members, You are warmly invited to join us for our Remembrance Day Assembly as we come together to honour those who have served our country. Date: Tuesday 11 November 2025 Arrival Time: Please arrive before 10:35 am Location:...
Woodend Pop Up Cricket Blast
Woodend Primary School Pop Up Cricket Blast run by SACA. 4 week Cricket program at Woodend starting Thursday 20th November. This program is designed for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 students to provide a pathway into Saturday morning school Cricket. Any questions...
What a fantastic Sports Day
Friday, 31st November was one of those great community days that remind us what makes Woodend so special. The weather was kind (after the trepidation of having thunderstorms, lightning and rain the previous evening), the energy was high, and it was wonderful to see...
Woodend Sports Day
Woodend Primary School Sports Day – Friday 31st October Excitement has been building for the best day of the school year, Sports Day!! This Friday, 31st October, students will come together to compete, cheer, and celebrate in what promises to be an action packed...
Year 4 Bento Master
On Friday, October 24th, 12 Year 4 students took part in the Bento Master at Sheidow Park Primary School. Students started the afternoon listening to information about all the different types of bento (Japanese style lunch boxes). Seeing all the different styles...
A Seussical Night of Fun!
Get ready for a wonderfully wacky night of Musical Bingo, inspired by our musical production of Seussical Jr! Join us for a Seuss-tacular fundraiser filled with music, rhymes, and plenty of laughter. Instead of numbers, listen out for your favourite tunes and...
Woodies Goodies Canteen Sports Day Information
Here is all you need to know about Sports Day from our friendly Woodies Goodies canteen staff: Sports Day - Friday 15 May 2026 MENU The Sports Day Sausage Sizzle is the popular Sports Day lunch item! There are...
Playgroup begins this Friday!
We are very excited to begin our very own playgroup called "Little Sprouts at Woodend"! This will take place each FRIDAY, beginning this Friday 1st May 2026 from 9.00 - 10.15am in the school hall (OSHC building). The exception is Friday 15th May - no Playgroup due...
Mother’s Day Gift Stall
Mother's Day is held on Sunday May 10, 2026. Leading up to this special day, children can purchase a gift/s at our Woodend Mother's Day stall for their special person/s. Please see further details within this blog post. [pdf-embedder...
Commemorating the Spirit of the ANZACs
Dear Families, As ANZAC Day approaches, we reflect together on the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of those who have served Australia. Their commitment, whether in past conflicts or current service, reminds us of the immense responsibilities and difficult...
Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month. While historically called Autism Awareness Month, we now emphasise ‘Autism Acceptance Month’ to promote inclusion and respect rather than just awareness. Today we have moved beyond raising awareness to promoting acceptance and...
Big effort from our SAPSASA Cricketers!
Last Tuesday, our Year 5 and 6 SAPSASA Boys Cricket team took on St. Martins de Porres Primary School in the second round of the statewide schools T20 Knockout competition. After winning the toss, our boys chose to field first. Despite an early wicket in the third...
Myojo visit 2026 ~ Celebrating 20 years!
On Saturday March 21st, 25 students and 4 teachers from our sister school, Myojo Gakuen, arrived from Tokyo. This year's visit was a very special one as 2026 celebrates 20 years of our connection to Myojo and our sister school relationship. What a wonderful 10 days...
Woodend PS OSHC Director Position
Dear Parents and Caregivers, I am writing to inform you that, due to a pending change in the Director position at Woodend Primary School OSHC, we have commenced the process of recruiting for this important role. An advertisement has been placed on SEEK, and we...
Changes to Young Street Garden – Term 2
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...
A Celebration of Harmony at Woodend
Harmony Week is a highlight on the Woodend Primary School calendar - a special time when we come together to celebrate Australia’s vibrant diversity and champion inclusivity and respect. The message at the heart of Harmony Week is simple yet powerful: “Everyone...
Playgroup is here!
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...





































