PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENT HANDBOOK 2022 Peter Moyes Anglican Community School A school of the Anglican Schools Commission (Inc.)
I Belong - Everyone Matters - Together We Achieve
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Welcome Welcome to our School community. We look forward to a long partnership in the years ahead. At Peter Moyes Anglican Community School, we aim to be an inclusive, dynamic and future-focussed centre of excellence in teaching and learning, pastoral care, worship and service. We are a caring, compassionate and innovative learning community where everyone matters, and all are inspired to be their best. Our students are empowered to imagine, be creative and achieve their true potential. Our students are blessed with a dynamic environment abuzz with a sense of purpose, accomplishment and excitement about their learning.
Mr Benjamin Lomas Principal
Mr Roderick Wood Associate Principal Primary School
Ms Kellie Shimmings Acting Dean of Students Primary School
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Gymnasium
Allan Shaw Centre
Chapel Secondary School
Main Admin
Year 7 Building Drop off & pick up zone No parking Drop off & pick up zone only
Pre-Kindy & Pre-Primary Parking only
Primary School
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2022 Term Dates Term One Primary Students from Pre-Primary to Year 6 Commence Term 1
Monday 31st January
Labour Day Public Holiday
Monday 7th March
Term One Ends for Students and Staff
Friday 8th April
Good Friday Public Holiday
Friday 15th April
Easter Monday Public Holiday
Monday 18th April
ANZAC Day Public Holiday
Monday 25th April
Term Two Students Commence Term Two
Thursday 28th April
Staff PD Day / Student Holiday
Friday 3rd June
Western Australia Day Public Holiday
Monday 6th June
Term Two Ends for Students and Staff
Friday 1st July
Term Three Students Commence Term Three
Monday 25th July
Term Three Ends for Students and Staff
Thursday 22nd September
Queen’s Birthday Monday 26th September
Term Four Students Commence Term Four
Monday 10th October
Term Four Ends for Students
Friday 9th December
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Daily Times Daily start and finish times for Primary School are as follows: Day start
8.00am- 8.15am
Recess
10.15am - 10.35am
Lunch
12.35pm - 1.15pm
Day finish
2.50pm
After school supervision
2.50pm - 3.00pm
Absences Reporting Absentees If your child will be absent it is important that you inform the School prior to the beginning of the School day. Parents must contact the Primary School Reception by phone, email or using the School App: •
Primary School Reception (Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6) 9304 5566 or primaryschool@pmacs.wa.edu.au
Late Arrivals If arriving at School late, students must report to Primary School Reception for a late note to take to their class teacher.
Leaving Early Students must be signed out at Primary School Reception by a parent or guardian if they are required to leave early for an appointment.
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Periods of Extended Leave The School strongly discourages student absences caused by additional holidays being taken during term time. It is recognised that there are sometimes special family circumstances requiring such extra holidays to be taken; however, these must always be exceptional. Unnecessarily disrupting the learning programme of a student inevitably causes difficulties for students when they return to the School from any such extended absences. Where a family believes that an extended holiday outweighs the learning disadvantages, then parents need to understand that teachers cannot be held responsible for any gaps that develop in the learning of their children. Furthermore, it is not an expectation on staff that they prepare work, or chase up student work, as a result of any such absence. For all these reasons, the timing and duration of any extended absences should be carefully considered by families and, where appropriate, discussed with the School. Please note that should your child/children be absent from School due to a holiday during Term time or illness, Pre-Kindergarten fees will still apply for each session missed.
Anglican Visions and Values Peter Moyes Anglican Community School is one of the Anglican Schools Commission (ASC) system of schools. The School is named after Peter Moyes, the Commission’s first Director and former Headmaster of Christ Church Grammar School whose vision in establishing the Commission was to develop affordable Anglican schools in Western Australia that provided a high quality, socially inclusive and caring Christian education. As an ASC School we seek to demonstrate and advocate to our students, Staff and the wider community the worth of the ASC’s six core values: Faith: Living the Gospel values and Anglican traditions Excellence: Pursuing high standards in all things Justice: Demonstrating fairness, compassion and conviction; advocating for the educationally disadvantaged Respect: Respecting self, others and our world Integrity: Acting with honesty and openness Diversity: Promoting social inclusion and celebrating difference. These values have been used to develop the Vision, Purpose and Values of our School. As a Christian community in the Anglican tradition, the School wishes to engender the following Vision, Purpose and Values within our students, staff and wider community.
Our Vision To be a caring, compassionate and innovative learning community where everyone matters and all are inspired to be their best.
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Our Purpose To be an inclusive, dynamic and future-focused centre of excellence in teaching and learning, pastoral
Our Values The following values guide all we do at Peter Moyes Anglican Community School: Faith: Living by Christian values in the service of others. Excellence: Striving to be the best you can for yourself and others. Compassion: Showing empathy, being kind and supporting others. Respect: Valuing self and others and acting with care for the world. Responsibility: Honouring your commitments and being accountable for your actions. Courage: Daring to do the right thing and embracing challenges. Our School seeks to focus on the needs and development of the whole person. These are incorporated in the range of activities experienced principally by our students and Staff, but also by our School families, in the formal and informal elements of the School’s curriculum. The School recognises and believes that: •
All students are able to learn.
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Learning is best conducted in a safe environment, where mistakes can be made without ridicule.
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The focus of School life must be a holistic one that includes the full and balanced development of each member of the School community; intellectual, aesthetic, emotional, moral, physical, social, and spiritual.
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A healthy balance must exist between the demands of School and home life for students, staff and parents.
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Learning best occurs when the learner integrates experience, imagination, information and application.
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Regular support and assistance to learning is vital for teachers, students and parents.
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The greatest success occurs when students, staff and parents work in unison.
“It is our innovative learning community, based on faith and compassion that is at the heart of our School’s vision to inspire courage and develop resilience, equipping our students to be the best version of themselves, so that they can be of service to others and confidently take their place in this rapidly changing world” (Mr Benjamin Lomas, School Principal, outlining his Vision for the School, September 2019)
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Before and After School Care Care for students can be provided on campus before and after School by the team from Atlantis. Before and After School Care is run Monday to Friday, from the Western Foyer of the Primary School, for children aged 4 to 12. (Children under 4 years can attend as long as they are attending Kindergarten at Peter Moyes.) Before School Care is available from 6:30am. Children attending receive a nutritious breakfast and are encouraged to participate in morning exercise activities to “kick start” their day. After School Care is available until 6:00pm. Children have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities including sports coaching clinics, free play, art and craft activities and supervised homework time. They are also provided with a healthy afternoon tea. To enquire please contact the Atlantis Coordinator: Crystal Harrison 0499 949 769 pm@atlantisonline.com.au To make a booking, please visit the School Website using the URL below to download the complete Enrolment Form and EZI Debit Form and return completed forms to Atlantis. www.petermoyes.wa.edu.au/community/before-after-school-care Please note that additional fees apply for these programmes, payable directly to Atlantis.
Birthdays We always enjoy celebrating the children’s birthdays. If you would like to provide cupcakes or a sweet treat to share with the class you are most welcome. Please send individual portions, such as cupcakes or biscuits, as slices of cake are very awkward for the children to manage. If your child’s birthday falls during the holidays or on a weekend, please feel free to bring cupcakes after we return to school. If you are giving out party invitations for the whole class you may give them to the teacher for distribution. If you are only inviting some of the children please hand these out yourself, as those children who are not invited often become upset. If your child has a food allergy you might like to provide a supply of something your child can eat so that he/she doesn’t feel left out. However, please note that nuts and nut products should not be brought to school.
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Bus Service School Bus Service The School has a morning and afternoon bus service for students, provided by West Coast Bus Charters. The bus operates five days a week during the School Term. There are three bus routes to cater for students living in suburbs to the north, east and south of the School. This is a set stop service and does not collect students from their homes. • Northern Route runs from Seatrees, through Two Rocks, Yanchep, down Marmion Avenue past Alkimos, before taking Connolly Drive through Butler and then via Marmion Avenue to the School. Bus departs Seatrees at 6:55am. • Southern Route runs from Tapping, along Wanneroo Road, onto Whitfords Avenue and then via Marmion Avenue to the School. Bus departs Tapping at 7:05am. • Carramar Route runs from Banksia Grove via Carramar onto Joondalup Drive, down Burns Beach Road and then via Connolly Drive to the School. Bus departs Banksia Grove at 7:30am. Bookings must be made in advance and there may be a waitlist to use the bus service on some routes. Unfortunately, it is not possible to choose only some days of the week for travel. Please note that additional fees apply for this service. To enquire or make a booking please contact Main Administration on 9304 5500 or via email admin@pmacs.wa.edu.au.
State Government School Bus Services School Bus Services is responsible for providing eligible rural students and students with special needs free Transport Assistance to travel to and from school on contracted ‘orange’ school buses. For more information or to apply for this service, visit the School Bus Services Website: www.schoolbuses. wa.gov.au/ You will find the ‘How to Apply’ section in the ‘Parents’ section.
TransPerth Bus Service There are several TransPerth bus stops close to the School. Local bus routes can assist students living close to the School or those catching public transport to Clarkson or Butler Train Stations. For more information about public transport, visit the TransPerth Website: www.transperth.wa.gov.au/
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Co-Curricular Programme Years 3 to 9 Our Co-Curricular programme offers students the chance to experience skills and activities in areas that are not within curriculum subjects. Students are encouraged to extend their learning by focusing on individual needs and interests. There are many benefits of Co-Curricular activities, including enhancing the sense of community in our staff and students. It is compulsory for all students from Years 3 to 9 to be enrolled in a Co-Curricular activity, either in the School programme or an activity outside the School. Co-Curricular activities run each term from Weeks 2 to 9 in a 10 week term. There are no Co-Curricular activities in the first and last weeks of each ten week Term. We offer students a wide range of Co-Curricular activities which run before, during or after School. •
Varied activities allow students to explore new pursuits in a safe, caring and supportive setting.
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Presents students with the opportunity to learn a musical instrument.
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Provides opportunities for exhibitions and performances within the areas of visual arts, drama, music, and dance both within and outside the School.
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Fosters student participation in Inter-School sporting competitions.
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Contributes to the holistic development of students through maintaining a wide variety of cultural, spiritual, social, sporting and artistic pursuits.
The programme ensures the range of activities on offer are inclusive as they are varied in type, cost, location and delivery. Co-Curricular enrolments are to be completed each term. Instructions on how to enrol will be advised along with a brochure, before each term commences.
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Communication Communication between home and school is very important. Should anything happen at home to upset your child in any way, we would appreciate you advising your child’s teacher. We will keep you informed about the programme through notes, newsletters, School App, SeeSaw and the parent notice board. The School Mobile App is also a valuable source for reminders and links.
School Newsletter The School produces two editions of the Newsletter each Term. The Newsletter includes notices, messages from the Principal and Chaplain, student news and stories about student activities. It is available to read on the School App, Facebook Page and School Website.
Parent Portal Just prior to your child commencing at the School parents will receive login details for the Parent Portal. The Parent Portal allows parents and guardians to have secure access to key records including reports, homework tasks, assessments, pastoral records and timetable, which will vary depending on the SubSchool. It is also the place where tuition fees are paid. It is important for all parents to have an active Parent Portal account as this is one of the initial points of contact of the School. The Parent Portal should be accessed using Chrome from a desktop computer or laptop. Not all functions are available when accessing the Parent Portal from a mobile device, iPad or tablet. If you experience difficulty with logging into the Parent Portal, or require assistance using it, please email admin@pmacs.wa.edu.au
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School App The School has a Mobile App that provides information and reminders about School Notices, access to the School Calendar, Sports information and the School Newsletter. From the App you can find key School contacts easily and notify the School if your child will be absent. There are also quick links to the Uniform Shop, FlexiSchools lunch ordering, booklists and more. The App is used as one of the main communication links between the School and parents. It is for this reason that we encourage all parents to download it. The App is available for iPhones, iPads and Android devices. To download the App search for “Peter Moyes Anglican Community School” or “PMACS” in your device’s App Store. Once downloaded, please ensure the following functions are enabled: • Visit the settings section to select your preferred subscriptions for year group and sports so that you will receive tailored notices. • Allow push notifications so that you will receive important notices such as alerts.
School Facebook Page The School has a Facebook Page, where we share School events and announcements, news and activities, photographs and student achievements. It is not used for reminders, as reminders are sent out via the School App. To like or follow the page use this URL: www.facebook.com/peterMoyesACS/ (Please Note: This is the only official School Facebook page so make sure you like or follow the correct page.) Upon your first visit to the Facebook Page please take a few minutes to review the Terms of Use in the Notes section.
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Excursions and Incursions Excursions, incursions and guest speakers are a part of the class programme. They assist teachers to reinforce skills, teach new skills, develop concepts and provide ‘real life’ experiences. Notices will be sent home via email to inform you of the details of each excursion or incursion. Excursions will require parent approval through Consent2Go. Extra parent help is required on our excursions but regrettably, younger siblings cannot attend.
Health and Wellbeing In case of a medical emergency it is essential that we are able to contact you. Please ensure that we are notified of any change of emergency contacts, as well as personal telephone details. It is essential that contact details are updated regularly. Please inform us of any condition, that could affect your child’s wellbeing, and equally of any circumstances that might affect his/her behaviour on a particular day. This helps us to cater for the needs of your child. Do not send your child to school if he/she is unwell. Should your child be unwell or involved in an accident at school, you will be notified.
Medication As a matter of general policy we do not administer medications. You are most welcome to come to the School to administer the medication yourself. Please detail, in writing, any allergies your child may have on the School Medical Information form which is located on the Parent Portal.
Sun Protection You may wish to apply sunscreen to your child before school, particularly during the first and fourth term. Please do not send sunscreen to school in your child’s bag.
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Parent Help Parents’ and Friends’ Association Your child’s enrolment at the School includes membership of the PMACS Parents’ and Friends Association. The P&F plays a significant role in fostering a spirit of friendship and co-operation within the School community through organising events, activities and projects, and providing valuable assistance and funding for the School and its students. We value the support and help of families and encourage you to become involved in P&F activities.
The P & F Levy Each family will be charged a P&F Levy of $30 at the beginning of each School year.
Volunteering Parents and guardians are encouraged to help within the School. You can provide assistance in classrooms, at sports carnivals, on excursions, in the libraries, during examinations, at School camps, as a Committee Member and in many more ways.
P & F Meetings In order to find out more about P&F events and be a part of discussion concerning how P & F funds, raised through the Levy and fundraising activities are used within the School, all parents and guardians are invited to P&F Meetings, the details of which are displayed on the School website and app.
Enquiries Should you have any further queries regarding P & F activities or the P & F Levy, please contact P & F Administration by emailing pf@pmacs.wa.edu.au.
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School Policies The School has a variety of policies and procedures in place to ensure we provide a positive and harmonious work and learning environment. The documents are available via the Parent Portal and the School Website: www.petermoyes.wa.edu.au/school-policies-and-procedures Please note that they are subject to change and may be updated without notice.
School Cafe WAVES Café provides students and staff with delicious and nutritious foods throughout the School year. They focus on incorporating fresh and wholesome ingredients into the Menu, with nearly everything prepared on site in the modern, industrial kitchen. There is a wide selection of hot and cold meals, snacks and drinks available for recess and lunch. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are also available on request. For Primary School students, parents will need to order their lunch online as they do not have direct access to the Café. Primary School lunches must be ordered using the FlexiSchools website by 8:20am each morning. Visit www.flexischools.com.au to place an order. The order will be delivered to your child’s classroom in time for lunch. It is not possible to place orders by phone or email. The Café makes every effort to support students and their allergies; however, cannot guarantee that all items are free of substances that may cause an allergic reaction (such as nuts, eggs, shellfish or gluten). The School encourages students with allergies to be sensible and vigilant when purchasing food from the Café. It is recommended that students with severe allergies bring food from home and do not purchase from the School Café.
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Staff Principal
Mr Benjamin Lomas
Deputy Principal
Mr Roger McNamara
School Chaplain
Reverend Jean-Pierre Schroeder
Associate Principal Primary School
Mr Roderick Wood
Acting Dean of Students Primary School
Ms Kellie Shimmings
Acting Head of Department Lower Primary, Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2
Ms Ashley Lazarus
Acting Head of Department Upper Primary, Year 3 to Year 6
Mrs Melissa Lawton
Primary School Counsellors Primary School Reception
Mrs Lucy Hinson & Mrs Michelle Pestel Email: primaryschoolcounsellor@pmacs.wa.edu.au
Ms Claire Long Telephone: 9304 5566 Email: primaryschool@pmacs.wa.edu.au
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Uniform For a copy of the School Uniform Policy, please visit the School Policies and Procedures Webpage: www.petermoyes.wa.edu.au/school-policies-and-procedures Pre- Primary to Year 2 Summer and Winter Uniform •
Emerald green polo shirt with School crest
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French navy School rugby shorts or French navy School trackpants
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French navy tracksuit top with School crest
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School striped white ankle sock in Summer, School striped navy ankle sock in Winter
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Black leather sports shoes. Velcro only for Kindergarten and Pre-Primary; Velcro or laceup for Years 1 and 2
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Navy legionnaires hat with School crest
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French navy School bag with School crest
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School scarf (optional) to/from school only
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French navy fleece lined waterproof jacket with School crest (optional) to/from school only
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Years 3 to 6 Summer and Winter Uniform Girls’ Summer Uniform (Terms 1 & 4)
Boys’ Summer Uniform (Terms 1 & 4)
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School dress with School crest (knee length)
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Emerald green polo shirt with School crest
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Emerald green jumper with School crest
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French navy tailored shorts with School belt
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School striped white ankle sock
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Emerald green jumper with School crest
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Navy hybrid hat with School crest
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School striped white ankle sock
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Black, flat sole and low heel, leather, full
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Black, flat sole and low heel, leather, full cover
cover shoes in lace up only
shoes with lace up only
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Navy Hybrid hat with School crest
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Navy hybrid hat with School crest
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Medium French navy School bag with
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Medium French navy School bag with School
School crest
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Girls’ Winter Uniform (Terms 2 & 3)
Boys’ Winter Uniform (Terms 2 & 3)
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White short sleeved shirt with School crest
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White short sleeved shirt with School crest
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French navy skirt (knee length) or French navy
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French navy tailored trousers with School belt
trousers with School belt
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French navy tailored shorts with School belt
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Emerald green jumper with School Crest
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Emerald green jumper with School crest
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French navy socks with trousers
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School striped navy ankle socks with trousers
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School striped white ankle socks or black nylon tights with skirt
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or School striped white ankle socks with shorts •
Black, flat sole and low heel, leather, full cover
shoes in lace up only
shoes in lace up only
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School Scarf (optional) to/from school only
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Medium French navy School bag with School crest
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School scarf (optional) to/from school only Medium French navy School bag with School crest
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French navy fleece lined waterproof jacket with School crest (optional) to/from school
Black, flat sole and low heel, leather, full cover
French navy fleece lined waterproof jacket with School crest (optional) to/from school only
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Navy Hybrid hat with School crest
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Navy Hybrid hat with School crest
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Sports Uniform Girls and Boys
Additional Items Girls and Boys
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School sports polo shirt
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Homework Bag
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School sports shorts
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Library Bag
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Inter-house sports polo shirt
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Art Apron
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School tracksuit
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School striped white ankle socks
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Appropriate, closed supportive sports shoes with laces
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School sports bag
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Uniform Shop Our School Uniform is designed to be smart and distinctive. It incorporates the colours French navy and emerald green, with a striped blazer and tartan dress. Our Uniform Shop sells new Uniforms for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. The only item which is not available in the Uniform Shop is shoes. Students from Year 3 to year 12 have a Summer, Winter and Sports Uniform. The School Uniform differs slightly across each Sub-School. It is expected that students come to School each day in correct Uniform. For a copy of the School Uniform Policy please visit the School Policies and Procedures Webpage: www.petermoyes.wa.edu.au/school-policies-and-procedures For information about uniform pricing, please visit the School Website: www.petermoyes.wa.edu.au/community/uniform-shop
Location
The Uniform Shop is located on the ground floor of the Administration Building on Elliston Parade. Please enter using the external door.
Opening Hours
The Uniform Shop is open twice a week during the term, at the following times: Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:45am to 12:00pm Please check the School App and Newsletter for details about special School Holiday opening hours.
Second Hand Uniforms
You can buy and sell second hand Uniforms through the Uniform Shop.
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Historical Background Information
School Patron Peter Morton Moyes (9 July 1917 - 27 July 2007) was the fourth of six children born to John and Helen Moyes. He was educated at St Peter’s College in South Australia and The Armidale School in New South Wales. In 1939, he graduated with an Arts Degree from Sydney University. His teaching appointments included Canberra Grammar School (Assistant Master), King’s School UK, Winchester College UK (Latin and History Teacher), Geelong Grammar School (Senior History Master) and Christ Church Grammar School (Head Master from 1951 to 1981). Mr Moyes served the wider educational community through Chairmanship of the Headmasters’ Conference in 1973-75 and was three times President of the Association of Independent Schools of WA. In 1982, after retiring from Christ Church Grammar School, Mr Moyes joined the Catholic Education Commission to develop programmes for handicapped and disadvantaged youth, a position he held in a part-time capacity until 1985. It was also at this time that Mr Moyes began to devote himself to the establishment of the Anglican Schools’ Commission. He was the Foundation Chairman in 1985 and his vision of co-educational, low-fee Anglican schools came to fruition in 1986 with the establishment of St Mark’s Anglican Community School. In his time as Chairman, from 1985 until 1993, the Commission successfully established five low-fee Anglican schools. In 1999, Peter Moyes Anglican Community School in Mindarie, a northern beachside suburb of Perth, was named in his honour, becoming the fifth school established by the Anglican Schools Commission. Mr Moyes took an active interest in the development of the school until his death, regularly meeting over afternoon tea with Mr Allan Shaw, the Foundation Principal. In recognition of his service to the community, Mr Moyes was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1982, a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 1995 and Western Australian Citizen of the Year for the Professions in 1991. His professional awards include a Fellowship of the Australian College of Education (FACE) in 1969 and Life Membership of the Anglican Schools Commission in 1994. In honour of Mr Moyes, Peter Moyes Day is celebrated annually at the School, usually early in Term 3.
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History of the School 1997
The Anglican Schools Commission determines the need for a campus in the Mindarie region
1998
The School’s site is purchased by the Anglican Schools Commission and Marcus Collins Architects are appointed as the School’s architects March: The School’s Foundation Principal, Mr. Allan Shaw, is appointed and in June construction of Stage 1 of the School commences January: Construction of Stage 1 of the School, being the Primary School Building is completed and the School opens.
1999 2000 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2008 2009
June: Design work begins on the Middle School and Science buildings
2009 2010 2011 2011
Construction of new Library and Resource Centre commences
2011 2011 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2016 2016 2017 2018 2019
December: Construction of Middle School and Science Buildings is completed February: Design work begins on the Creative Arts Building April: Construction begins of Creative Arts Building January: Construction of Creative Arts Buildings is completed June: Design of Allan Shaw Centre commences August: Construction of Allan Shaw Centre commences August: Construction of Allan Shaw Centre is completed Design of new Senior School commences January: new classroom areas in School’s old Library opened February: Opening of the new Library and Resource Centre and Student Courtyard between Science Block and Art Studio Northern Oval extended Primary School Covered Sports Area constructed June: Construction of new Senior School commences Construction of the Doug Swingler Senior School is completed with Official Opening on Monday 14th May 2012 September: Design of new Gymnasium completed Construction of the Gymnasium begins Design of the new Administration Building commences February: Construction of Administration Building commences May: Opening of School Gymnasium on Monday 16th May 2016 September: Completion of the Administration Building Planning begins for construction of School Chapel Construction of the School Chapel build commences July: Completion of School Chapel
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Story of the Crest
The Bishop’s Mitre shows the connection between the School and the Anglican Church. The Bishop has authority over the School, so the Bishop’s Mitre sits at the top. The shield contains several important symbols. The waves of the left panel indicate the geographic position of the School near the ocean. They also represent one of the meanings of the word ‘mindarie’, which is ‘place of green water’. The right panel contains three rushes/grass tree stems. This symbol has several meanings. It represents another meaning of the word ‘mindarie’, which is ‘dry leaves from a grass tree’. It also creates a link to the family name of Peter Moyes. ‘Moyes’ is Old French for the Hebrew word ‘Moses’. Moses as a young boy was hidden from the Egyptian Pharaoh’s men in the bulrushes by the edge of the river Nile. The open book represents learning. The Greek letters Alpha and Omega are early Christian symbols representing ‘the beginning and the end’, showing that learning continues all through life. The motto, ‘Act justly, honour God’ directly refers to two important parts of life. The first phrase, ‘Act justly’, sets a high ideal for all to aspire to in life, treating all as we would like to be treated. ‘Honour God’, the second phrase, indicates the spiritual aspect of life that is important in order to lead a full and rich existence. To ‘Act justly’ and to ‘honour God’ require us to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to be able to act in this manner. Learning to acquire the attitudes, skills and knowledge to be able to ‘Act justly, honour God’ is our aim.
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School Houses The School has five houses. Four were established during the School’s foundation year and Florey was introduced in 2013.
Cuthbert
Cuthbert House is named after Betty Cuthbert (1938-2017) who, as an Olympic athlete and winner of 4 Gold medals, showed the values of courage, determination and ambition. Betty was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and then dedicated her life to helping educate others about Multiple Sclerosis and promoting research into it. She has used her faith in God to assiste her in dealing with her disease.
Durack
Durack House is named after Dame Mary Durack (1913-1994) who saw her fair share of hardships, whilst young, which encouraged her to survive and develop a positive attitude to life. Her positive attitudes towards learning, equality and kinship have influenced society. Durack believed in knowledge and insight as shown through her thorough research of topics presented in her novels. She also strongly believed in equality and compassion for all, as she was dedicated to gaining Aboriginal rights, and her success in literature was through personal confidence and competence.
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Florey
Florey House is named after Baron Howard Florey of Adelaide OM FRS FRCP (1898 –1968), who was an Australian pharmacologist and pathologist. During his remarkable career in science, he shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1945 with Sir Ernst Boris Chain and Sir Alexander Fleming for his role in the development and mass production of penicillin. Florey’s portrait appeared on the Australian $50 note between the years 1973–1995.
Hollows
Hollows House is named after Professor Fred Hollows (1929-1993). As an eye surgeon, he helped those living in poverty prevent and overcome blindness. He accomplished this through his passion to help others. He created the Fred Hollows Foundation which has continued his work after his death. It helps others that cannot afford surgery by running as a non-profit organisation and can be found in many places throughout the world. His achievements have allowed many people to see again and created hope for those less fortunate than ourselves.
Lingiari
Lingiari House is named in honour of Vincent Lingiari OAM (1908-1988) who was a member of the Gurindji people from the Victoria River District, Northern Territory. He worked for many years to improve conditions for Aboriginal people working on cattle stations. He led a strike of indigenous stockmen that would eventually reshape the agenda of relationships between indigenous Australians and the wider community.
Important Note
The information provided in this handbook is correct at the time of publication in December, 2021. Please check the Parent Portal for up to date information during 2022.
Phone
(08) 9304 5500
Address
Elliston Parade, MINDARIE WA 6030
Postal
PO Box 240, QUINNS ROCKS WA 6030
admin@pmacs.wa.edu.au
Website
www.petermoyes.wa.edu.au