Dear families, the recent outbreak at Parafield is a stark reminder that we are very much still in the grip of a pandemic and that things can change ever so quickly. We hope that this is brought under control and the spread is contained. From a school perspective,...

Our Remembrance Day assembly this morning was a lovely commemoration of those who have lost their lives in the service of their country during the war. Our remembrance of all those who have served or are serving in our armed forces is important time for students...

  Woodies Goodies Special Lunch Day Sushi and Fruit Box Monday 23rd November 2020 On Monday 23rd November (Week 7) we will have a Special Lunch Day for students.   SUSHI CHOICES:   Sushi – Teriyaki Chicken   Sushi – Cooked Tuna (GF)   Sushi...

The year 6/7 SAPSASA Boy's Cricket team had round 2 of the SAPSASA competition last Friday 6th November at Woodcroft College. Game 1 Woodend was up against a quality Belair team who batted well and bowled consistently. Belair finished 3/122 from their 20 overs....

We congratulate the following four Woodend students who represented Southern Valley last week at the State Softball Carnival. Thais, Jess and Elise were in the Southern Valley girls team and Tom was in the combined Southern Valley/South West boys...

Dear families, We are moving quickly towards the end of the 2020 school year. I think that as a school community, we are all looking forward to 2021 and a better new year. Closing access to a school during a pandemic is easier than opening up safely and in a...

A committee representing Woodend students, staff and parents/carers was formed in August to review our school's Uniform Policy. Amendments were made in line with the Department For Education's guidelines for a Uniform Review including a change of name to 'Dress...

Dear families, Given the number of people who have accessed the Sports Day video, you would be aware of the fun that everyone had, with a moderate level of competition in some events. The teacher vs student event was eventful and it appears that both groups claimed...

Dear families, thank you for your work leading up to Friday. It will be an exciting time for students to get outside, and as long as the weather holds, they will participate in a number of activities arranged by Matthew Hehner and supervised by school staff. If it...

Yesterday our Wakakirri students performed for our school community. This group of students worked hard throughout the year, in their own time, to bring together an excellent performance entitled 'Black Water'. Due to COVID restrictions, the Wakakirri competition...

This term has seen the completion of stage #3 of our playground spaces. Naturally, as each stage has been unveiled, there has been an abundance of students wanting to trial the new spaces. Here are the three completed stages: Terrace Playground redevelopment...

Our children and young people are using the internet more than ever before to socialise, learn and play. The internet is a great tool, however it does come with risks. The eSafety Commissioner promotes online safety education and has a variety of strategies in...