We have a fantastic group of boys in our class this year. As the year progresses, the level of leadership we are seeing is impressive with many of our boys taking on important roles around the school and in the wider community. A big part of this development...

We hope you all had a great family break and you managed to stay warm and out of the chilly winds. We look forward to another big productive term full of perseverance, challenge and excitement about learning. We love the way students are getting into the...

The Australian Government is committed to delivering NAPLAN online from 2017, with all schools across the nation transitioning over a 2 to 3 year period. The government anticipates that this will provide each child with a more personalised learning experience and a...

We are deeply saddened to acknowledge the recent passing of Janet Harper. Janet was our first PE teacher and was at Woodend for 11 years. She was a very passionate advocate for Physical Education. Janet had a strong influence on our school's approach to healthy...

The first teacher librarian at our school was Lyn George. Lyn set up the library and made many strong connections with staff, students and parents during her 9 years at our school. Sadly Lyn passed away recently. Those of us who knew her are deeply saddened by...

We know money is tight for many families this year and therefore we really do want to thank you for your efforts at home, in the neighbourhood and at the workplace, to contribute for the benefit of others. We most wanted a team effort and that was always going...

With winter well and truly here, the students are enjoying some popular hot menu items from our winter canteen menu. Has your child tried our tasty lasagne? This is one of many items that are freshly made at the canteen and we source the brands with the least...

I will always have fond memories of my eleven years as Teacher-Librarian at Woodend as this has been a special chapter in my “Book of Life.” Over the years it has been my pleasure and joy to guide students in their learning journey, developing as readers, thinkers...

What is democracy ? How might you engage your child in a discussion about democracy? Many of you will cast your vote in our school gym on Saturday. It important that we use community events to help students make connections and develop their understandings. With...

Many of us love science and would love to see students take greater interest in science. Our school focus on improving students' numeracy skills is closely aligned to providing more opportunities for students to explore and make sense of the world through...

Governing Council has approved the following Student Free Days and Closure Day. Schools are entitled to 4 Student Free Days and 1 School Closure Day each year. Our Student Free Day 1 was on 3 June. THE school will be closed on these days. OSHC is available on...

Year 4/5 Touch Rugby On Wednesday, 15 June, 20 students combined from year 4/5 went to represent our school and compete in the 2016 Primary School Touch Football championships. We had a boys and girls team participate in the event and played with great effort and...

Thanks everyone for your great support so far. We are are hoping to purchase some fantastic new equipment for all students to enjoy and learn with in The Studio, our new multimedia exploration room. The money is now due by Monday 4 July in time for the Prize...

This is not about spending time at school. This is about parents learning about learning and helping each other better understand about how to engage in learning with your child. Our Governing Council, Parent Network and staff are focused on this and seeking...

Dear Parents and Caregivers You will receive your child’s mid year student reports at the end of this term and we wish to draw your attention to important aspects of our assessment and reporting practices that will be reflected in the achievement grades. We hope...

So, what do parents need to know about coding? Ultimately CODING is all about creating precise instructions for digital devices to operate in routine ways to meet our needs. Whenever we use our phones, computers, or just about any other devices that has automated...

The school jump rope team High Velocity has just completed a very successful performance schedule of schools on the Fleurieu Peninsula and Murray Bridge. School visits provide a fabulous opportunity for our team to showcase their amazing rope skills and...

We had a wonderful experience on 10 June as students from Don Zampogna and Merry Whelan's classes provided numerous entertaining and edifying "Fringe" type performances in multiple venues for classes across the school to enjoy. It was a fantastic experience for...

Our major fundraiser for the year, a ‘Codeathon’ is next week! The Codeathon will take place on Wednesday 22 and Friday 24 June. We are hopeful Woodend families will generously support this fundraiser. The money raised will provide some exciting and different...

Teachers make many adjustments to differentiate the learning program and support student learning success. We have commenced a ten week period where teachers across Australia are monitoring and recording their adjustments, which provide a national picture...

On Monday 30 May, 12 Year 7s represented Woodend at an inter school Japanese Quiz afternoon. They were placed in teams with students from other schools. This was a great opportunity to share their knowledge with other students and also learn some new things from...

We hope that every student will look back in years to come and remember that they got their hands dirty and planted something in their school grounds at the end of May 2016. We were investing in every student making connections with their spaces, their buddies,...

Governing Council last week approved increases in OSHC and Vacation Care fees. All OSHC users have been informed of these increases via email, however, we are aware that the timeline for notification of this increase was very short. Consequently we are pushing...

Students can enjoy the excitement of riding a human powered vehicle (HPV) and compete in our school team against other schools in the PEDAL PRIX competition. Pedal Prix is a very special opportunity for parents and children to work together. For students it...

Come in to the Uniform Shop to grab a bargain. All Track Pants and Bootleg Flares have been reduced to $15 Gold Polos still available for $15. Uniform Shop Opening Hours Wednesday 3.00 - 3.30pm Thursday 9.00 - 9.30am Friday 9.00 -...

This year Woodend along with our local partnership of schools and pre-schools continues our involvement in the Local Partnerships Teaching for Effective Learning (TfEL) PILOT. Our students will continue the exciting and innovative work co-designing learning...

Each year at Woodend our major fundraiser is an ‘athon’, which is organised and run by a class or two (or three!), to raise money for programs and improvements to our school. This year, rooms 17, 18 and 25 will be coordinating a ‘CODEathon’ during the week...

Today was our annual Showdown donut day! Students could wear their favourite sporting colours and by choice, have their donut. There was the choice of an Adelaide Crows, Port Power or OMG gluten free cinnamon choice. Thank you to the Canteen staff for preparing...

Over the next few weeks Autism SA are offering some evidence-informed workshops which will help you support your child. Upcoming workshops include: Managing screen time Self advocacy matters To see all of the workshops available at Autism SA, please visit the...

There has been a considerable interest in Auskick at Woodend this year! The program commences this Thursday 31st March at 3:15pm on the Woodend School Oval and it goes for six weeks - three weeks this term and the first three weeks of Term 2. Auskick is for those...

Would your child be interested in trying Australian rules football for Woodend? Your child does not need any prior experience, just a willingness to have-a-go. There are so many benefits to trying a team sport! We would love to encourage more Year 2 and Year 5/6...

Please see information attached about free parent webinars presented by Calm Kid Central and Developing Minds Clinical Child Psychologist Kirrilie Smout. Learn to help children with a tendency towards worry or anxiety. Parenting Webinars 2022...

Thank you to all who have shown patience and found creative solutions for drop off and pick up with the heavy traffic and congestion around the school at the moment. Marion Council have advised that Berrima Road will have one lane reopened to traffic beginning next...

We are sharing this information on behalf of our friends at Credit Union SA as part of our School Community Rewards program. This offer is available to all members of our school community, if you would like to learn more, please reach out to Credit Union...

It is that time of the year again where we have a Special Showdown Donut Recess! These treats have been very popular even if your child does not follow the football. The donuts are yummy! We are also having a Casual Day on this day. See the details below....

“Our friends at Credit Union SA have two exciting Easter giveaways coming soon! Follow the School Community Rewards Facebook and Instagram pages for updates on how to enter. We are sharing this competition as part of our School Community Rewards...

Wellbeing and Engagement Collection (WEC) 2022 - Parent Letter[62]

Formal Learning Conversations (or 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 classes this term from Monday 28/3 -...

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