At Woodend Primary School, we believe technology should strengthen teaching and learning through purposeful and engaging experiences. Used well, it supports creativity, collaboration, problem solving, and personalised learning. BYOD Policy Update From 2026, our...

Dear Families,   It has been wonderful to see our new enrolments coming through. Many families have already accepted places for Reception 2026, both for Term 1 and Term 3, and we’ve also welcomed new students at other year levels during this year.  ...

A huge congratulations to the Woodend girls on an outstanding Netball season. Our Year 4/5 team had an incredible run, finishing it off by winning the Division Grand Final and proudly bringing home the trophy. This is a special achievement, as it has been 18 years...

It’s almost time for us to celebrate STEM Fest at Woodend Primary School!   This year, from 13–17 October, STEM Fest will take us on a journey through the design thinking process and explore the puzzles, patterns, and possibilities of the natural world.  ...

Join us on Wednesday, 24 September (Week 10) as we celebrate 30 years of Woodend! Along with a special assembly and activities throughout the day, adults and children alike are invited to step back into the 90s and dress for the decade. The 1990s were all about...

On Thursday 28th August, five keen technology enthusiasts from Woodend Primary School attended DigiFest at Scotch College, a unique event where students take the lead in learning, sharing their skills and knowledge. They started the day by delving into innovative...

We are excited to celebrate a milestone Birthday for our school! Woodend Primary School has turned 30 years old and we would like to invite you to be part of the celebrations! We will hold Birthday festivities on: WEDNESDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER 2025 These are the...

On Thursday, 28th August, 34 Woodend students from Years 4–6 proudly represented our school at the Southern Valley Athletics competition. Despite some tough and wild weather conditions, every student gave their best effort and should be proud of their determination...

Since Term 2, our school’s Garden Custodian team have given up some of their lunch play time to build scarecrows. The students designed, created, and decorated the scarecrows to enter in this year’s competition at the Royal Adelaide Show. We wish them luck and if...

What a spectacular Book Week we had at Woodend Primary! The theme, "Book an Adventure," really came to life. Our annual Book Week Parade was a massive highlight! The effort and creativity put into everyone's costumes was simply amazing. We had explorers ready for...

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and to help celebrate, Parent Network is 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...

Woodies Goodies Special Lunch Treat MILKSHAKE Tuesday 9th September (Week 8) Reception to Year 3 Classrooms: 3, 4, 7, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27 and 30 Wednesday 10th September (Week 8) Year 3/4 to Year 6 Classrooms: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 24, 28...

Last Tuesday, the 12th of August, 68 brave, hardworking and oh-so-talented Woodend students took centre stage at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre – the biggest indoor stage in South Australia! Our Performance Team brought the house down with their incredible...

Celebrating Our Amazing SSOs for SSO Week The role of a School Services Officer (SSO) is constantly evolving. When Woodend Primary School first opened 30 years ago, SSOs primarily supported with administration tasks - photocopying, preparing resources and assisting...

Thank you to the Canteen staff at our Woodies Goodies Canteen as they are busily making Book Week treats to sell! There will be some surprises on sale at the front counter this Thursday 21/8 and Friday 22/8/25! These surprise treats are linked to children's picture...

Congratulations to the Woodend students who participated in the Statewide Schools Basketball competition at the State Basketball Centre on Thursday 14th August. A big thank you to Sienna who stepped into the team on the morning of the competition to help the...

On Wednesday, 6th August, eight of our Year 6 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...

At Woodend Primary School, we are committed to supporting our families in navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape. Last week, we were thrilled to host the Growing Up Online parent workshop, presented by renowned cyber safety expert Susan McLean. With over 60...

Book Week 2025 – “Book an Adventure!” Get ready to Book an Adventure as we celebrate Children’s Book Week 2025! From Monday 18 August, our classes will be diving into the wonderful world of books through a variety of creative and engaging literacy-based activities....

Last Saturday 2nd August, our nineteen riders completed their final race event at 'The Bend', Tailem Bend. This totals three races for the year: 1. Saturday 17th May at 'The Bend' 2. Friday 13th June at 'Victoria Park Racecourse' 3. Saturday 2nd August at 'The...

We are thrilled to announce the return of ArtBEAT in Term 4! This special event will highlight the incredible talents of our instrumental and music program students, showcasing the skills they’ve developed throughout this year. ArtBEAT will be held on Thursday, 6th...

In less than two weeks, on Tuesday 12th August, our amazing Woodend Performance Team will take to the stage at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre as part of the Schools Challenge Australia event. Since Term 1, our students have been working with dedication and...

Congratulations to Chloe Lozada, a year 5 Woodend student who on the 28/29th of July competed in the SAPSASA Under 12 Golf competition played at West Beach Golf Course (Exec Course). Chloe placed 5th for the Metro Finals on Day 1 and tied 4th overall on the second...

During Week 10 of Term 2, 52 of our Year 6 students embarked on an unforgettable four-day educational adventure to Canberra. This experience is part of a proud tradition at Woodend Primary School, dating back to 2007, where students engage with our nation’s capital...

SHOWDOWN DONUTS TO ORDER! It's nearing AFL Showdown time where the Adelaide Crows play Port Power in Australian Rules Football. This also means our Showdown Donuts are on sale again! Whether you have an interest in the Showdown or not, the donuts are a yummy treat!...

This is a session not to be missed! Whether your child is just starting out online or already deeply immersed, this event will empower you with the knowledge and tools to confidently support them in today’s complex digital world. 📍 Woodend Primary School Gym 📅...

On Monday, 16th June, the Woodend SAPSASA soccer team played their first round of three matches at South Adelaide Panthers Soccer Club. In the opening match, the team faced off against Reynella and secured a hard-fought victory with a 2-0 win, the game was marked...

Why We’re Walking to School This Friday—And How to Do It Safely As parents, we all know the morning rush can sometimes feel a bit like a marathon—packing lunches, hunting for lost shoes, and navigating the busy school drop-off zone. But this week, we have a perfect...

Our year 4-6 students have been invited to take part in the Wellbeing and Engagement Collection survey. The survey is open until the end of week 5 of term 2 (Friday 29 May 2025). Purpose of the survey Young people’s wellbeing is an important part of how they learn...

It was wonderful to see so many families engage with our first Board Game Expo for 2026. The morning was a celebration not only of the students’ final products, but also of the learning journey that brought them to life. Throughout the process, students...

The biggest and best day of the school calendar is only 1 week away and the count down is on to the 2026 Sports Day on Friday 15th May. Students have been learning their class games in their PE lessons and have been taught their team chant by the 2026 team...

Congratulations to the 18 Year 5/6 girls who represented Woodend today in challenging, wet and windy conditions at the Southern Valley Netball Carnival. Woodend had 2 teams compete today and both teams did an excellent job at encouraging each other and showing...