Wellbeing and Engagement Collection Survey
Our year 4-6 students have been invited to take part in the Wellbeing and Engagement Collection survey. The survey will be open in weeks 2 to 5 of term 2 (Monday 5 May to Friday 30 May 2025). Purpose of the survey Young people’s wellbeing is an important part of...
Time to order a Showdown Donut!
It is nearing that time on the football calendar for 'The Showdown'. Port Adelaide will play the Adelaide Crows in the Australian Rules Football League. We have the annual Crows and Port donuts available for a special Showdown recess treat. We also offer a Gluten...
Mothers Day Stall
Mothers Day is just around the corner, and to help celebrate, Parent Network is excited to once again host a Gift Stall in honour of Mother’s Day. Our aim is to offer students an opportunity to say ‘Thank You’ to the special...
Pupil Free Days & School Closure Day
Dates for the Diary Pupil Free Day Friday, 7 March Friday, 6 June Friday, 29 August Monday, 10 November School Closure Monday, 1 September
End of Term One Message
Dear parents/caregivers As we come to the end of what has been a busy and fulfilling term, I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for the incredible support you have shown our school community. The strength of a school lies not only in its staff and...
Reports tabled at the 2025 Governing Council AGM
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Reminder Early Dismissal on Friday, 11 April 2:05 pm
On Friday, 11 April is an early dismissal 2:05 pm for end of term. Term 2 commences on Monday, 28 April. Enjoy the holiday break.
Football Star Academy Soccer Program
Football Star Academy is excited to bring soccer programs to the students of Woodend Primary School and the surrounding community. We offer programs for boys and girls aged 5-7, catering to all skill levels—from beginners to more experienced players. These sessions...
Musical Bingo Fundraiser Night
Enjoy a night of great music with a few rounds of musical bingo. If you love your 80's, 90's and 00's music, then this is for you! That's right, you read correctly; after our feedback from last year, this year we are doing 3 rounds for an extra dose of good music...
Help us make a splash at our musical fundraiser
Dear Woodend Primary community This year, a number of our Year 4, 5 & 6 students are diving under the sea for our production of “The Little Mermaid Junior”. We have been busily rehearsing and will be performing our show in June. Tickets will be available in...
Milkshake Day is coming!
Woodies Goodies Special Lunch treat is coming up at the end of this term! See below for further details: Woodies Goodies Special Lunch Treat MILKSHAKE Tuesday 8th April (Week 11) Reception to Year 3 Classrooms: 3, 4, 7, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 25, 26, 27 and 30...
Celebrating Harmony Week 2025
Today, our school came together to celebrate Harmony Week, a special time to recognise and embrace the diversity that makes our community so vibrant. A highlight of the day was our Harmony Week Disco, which was a huge hit with both junior primary and primary...
OSHC Staff
Our OSHC service is looking for both qualified and unqualified staff for our casual pool. Below are the requirements, if you or someone you know is interested please contact Emilie on 0447 292 909 or Emilie.Rogers790@schools.sa.edu.au Qualified requirements Diploma...
OSHC Administration Support Officer
Woodend Primary School OSHC are seeking an Administration Clerk. The role will be a casual position, 10 hours per week at a (current) pay rate of $33.96/hour. These hours would be worked during school hours in term time and continue during the vacation care period....
Parent / Student/ Teacher Learning Conversations
Parent/Student/Teacher Learning Conversations (or Parent Teacher Interviews) are an important element of our reporting process and build on partnerships with teachers, students and families to ensure successful learning. These conversations are occurring in...
Statewide Inclusive Education Parent Forums
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2025 Harmony Week Celebrations
Next week, our school will come together to celebrate Harmony Week with a variety of engaging activities in classrooms across the school. On Wednesday, we encourage everyone to wear orange as a symbol of our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. The...
Big effort from our SAPSASA Cricketers!
Last Thursday 6th March, our Year 5/6 boys team hosted Tatachilla Lutheran College in SAPSASA Cricket Round 1. Woodend won the toss and fielded first. Our team had a good start with an early wicket by Harry and a spectacular boundary catch from Tazzie. We fielded...
Wear What Makes You Comfortable Day
On Thursday 6/3/25 we will wrap up a fun and engaging Disability Inclusion Week with a casual day. The theme is 'Wear what makes you comfortable'. Your child might like to wear PJs, dress ups, lounge wear, casual clothes, sports uniform, school uniform....anything...
Our Woodies Goodies Canteen Menu!
Here is a list of items that are available over the counter at recess and lunchtime. Below you can see the items and prices. We try our best to make as many of our 'over the counter' and 'menu' items, homemade. Our mac and cheese, lasagne, vegan pasta, pizzas,...
Learn more about a Woodend School Sport!
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Woodend Governing Council Annual General Meeting – 2025
Governing Council Annual General Meeting (AGM) is on Wednesday 2nd April 2025 at 6:30pm in the Staffroom Dear parents/caregivers Woodend School Governing Council is seeking parents and caregivers to join as parent representatives. There are parent/caregiver...
Canteen News!
Here is some information to better understand processes regarding the Canteen: Lunch orders can be placed on the QKR app or cash in a brown paper bag with your child's order and classroom number clearly written on the bag QKR closes off at 8:55am each morning for...
Disability Inclusion Week
Week 6 is Disability Inclusion Week at Woodend Primary School. Next week we celebrate all of the diverse ways that we learn, and how learning and thinking differently makes us special. Throughout the week students will be engaging in a range of activities to...
NAPLAN Update – Year 3 & Year 5
The 2025 NAPLAN window is approaching, with the first test scheduled for Wednesday the 12th of March, followed by the remaining tests in the days after. Preparation will begin this week as Year 3 and Year 5 students participate in the Coordinated Practice Test....
2025 Assembly Schedule
We invite families to join us for this year’s assemblies, where our students will showcase their learning in a range of areas. Assemblies are held on Wednesday mornings at 10am in the Gym. Each class will work with one other class from their learning team to plan...
Expressions of Interest for the Woodend Performance Team for 2025 are now open.
Click here to register your interest Our 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 combination of dancing, creative movement and acting to pre-recorded music. We...
Special lunch time treat!
This term's Special lunch time treat is a popular one! On Wednesday 5th March, your child can enjoy a: 'Sour Popz' - sour grape flavour - iceblock with a sour grape twist to their taste OR 'Swing' - cola flavour - frozen cola water ice They are $2.50 each and must...
Shaping Our Oval Play Spaces: Join Us for Our Next Grounds Committee Meeting
We invite you to join us for our next Grounds Committee meeting, where we will explore ideas for enhancing our oval play area. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape this community space and create fun, engaging, and welcoming areas for our young people and...
FREE 2 day Autism Workshop for Parents and Carers
FREE 2-DAY PARENT AND CARER WORKSHOP Join other local families at a FREE face-to-face workshop at the Marion Hotel. Staff and Woodend families have attending this training previously, and have given extremely positive feedback - if you can spare the time it...
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...


































