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Celebrating 100 years of Public Education pages 4 & 5 Grossek’s View pages 36 & 37

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Here we come in 2022 ADAPTABILITY is a key theme for schools as we enter into 2022. The past two years have taught us many things, not the least being the importance of retaining one’s optimism in the face of what can seem to be an endless stream of pessimism.

With the threat of further lockdowns and a return to remote learning apparently receding, we can look to the immediate future with renewed hope and inspiration. Those qualities are of prime importance at the moment.

Whilst, the gloom of lockdowns has lifted, the residue remains. Uncertainty - that fans fear and anxiety. Children significantly disengaged from not only school but almost everything else too.

Families under ongoing stress and school staff nervous to say the least. Support services at breaking point in far too many cases. That’s quite a list – daunting to say the least. Nonetheless, not one to extinguish hope.

We’ve learnt a lot in these pandemic times.

Surprisingly to many, student learning as a whole did not fall off the cliff. In some cases, children actually thrived. Remote learning for all its limitations did accelerate digital proficiency across the school sectors and, for many, the relationship between the home and school grew significantly. Parents, on a systemic scale and whether they liked it or not, became directly engaged in their children’s learning like never

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Surprisingly to many, student learning as a whole did not fall off the cliff. In some cases, children actually thrived.

before. That’s all very much cause for hope.

So where to from here? This is where the theme of adaptability kicks in, and on several levels.

Systemically, ensuring that all schools and within those schools, all children are provided with the resources needed to take them forward. That support comes in many forms – material, social, psychological and community-based.

At the individual school level, it translates into weaving the inter-related key aspects of learning and wellbeing into a comprehensive, balanced and fair educational program for all students.

That’s the challenge we all face in our schools.

Henry Grossek, Principal Berwick Lodge Primary School

SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE • Australian FLL Robotics Champions 2013 and Victorian FLL Robotics Champions 2015 • Radio program and film making • Student coaching program in wellbeing • Whole school robotics program • Whole school LOTE Mandarin program • Kevin Heinze Best School Garden Award 2018

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150 years of public education 2022 marks 150 years of public education in Victoria. Read on to discover more about the birth of our education system.

In 1872 the Victorian Government passed the Education Act 1872, which set up the colony’s public school system. This new legislation made Victoria the first Australian colony to offer free, secular and compulsory education to its children.

After 1872 rather than being controlled by religious and other private organisations, most schools were centrally controlled by the government education department.

How was education provided before 1872?

In the first half of the 1800s there were very few schools in the Australian colonies. There were two types of schools: national schools, which were not linked to any religious group; and religious schools, which were linked to a particular church.

The colonial Victorian Government gave some money to both types of schools but local communities had to provide a minimum number of students and some funds towards a school building. Generally churches were better able to organise support for education and often already

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owned buildings that could be turned into schools. This meant that most schools were religious until the 1850s.

The number of people migrating to Victoria increased because of the gold rushes in the 1850s and this meant that there were more children who needed education. In response the colonial government began to try to improve and increase the number of schools in Victoria.

‘I need not here go over the old ground that an educated community is on the whole moral, more law abiding and more capable of work than an uneducated one.’

Charles H. Pearson, education reformer How were changes to the education system made?

Across 1866 and 1867 the Victorian Government held a Royal Commission into education in Victoria. The Royal Commission recommended that the Victorian Government set up a system of secular, government-funded schools. But religious schools didn’t agree with these recommendations and the Victorian Parliament didn’t pass the changes.

In 1872 a large group of politicians again began to promote the recommendations of the 1866 Royal Commission. The Catholic Church, which was the largest private supplier of education in the colony, strongly opposed the changes. But ultimately most politicians agreed to the changes and the Victorian Parliament passed the Education Act on 17 December 1872. Under the new Act children between the ages of six and fifteen had to attend school, and if they attended a government school their education was free.

At the same time all government funding to religious schools stopped. Many religious schools chose to stop teaching religion and become a part of the new government system. But some — mostly all-Catholic schools — continued to run independently. Parents who chose to send their children to private religious schools had to pay school fees.

With the Education Act 1872 Victoria became one of the first regions in the world to offer free, secular and compulsory education. Between 1871 and 1876 government schools in Victoria tripled in number and they became the backbone of the

With the Education Act 1872 Victoria became one of the first regions in the world to offer free, secular and compulsory education.

colony’s education system. At the same time religious schools went from teaching most of the students to teaching less than a quarter.

By 1908 all the Australian colonies had centralised government departments looking after free, compulsory and secular education.

Read a longer version of this Defining Moment on the National Museum of Australia’s website. https://www.nma.gov.au/defining-moments/ resources/free-education-introduced

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Behind the Hidden Gem ‘We want school life to be engaging and fun for Amsleigh students developing lifelong learning and many great memories of their primary school years!’

Our supportive and professional staff build a genuine partnership with parents to support the learning needs of every student. Working together we provide high levels of care and dedication and pride ourselves on our attention to detail, aiming to go that ‘extra step’ for all.

Central to life at Amsleigh, are our school values: Respect, Integrity, Inclusion, Resilience and Motivation. These values underpin all that we do at Amsleigh Park. Students at our school uphold these values with pride and enjoy the sense of belonging they bring. Our welcoming and friendly culture is a source of pride and is evidenced through our active parent involvement in school life and events.

At Amsleigh Park, we believe that positive behaviours are essential for learning and nurturing of the ‘whole child’. We achieve this through school wide positive behaviour support (SWPBS), providing clear expectations for our students so that they can develop important inter-personal skills.

As a further enhancement, we partner with the Resilience Project to deliver teaching that supports emotional growth and wellbeing.

Our comprehensive curriculum is delivered through our inquiry-based, concept driven curriculum and specialist-teaching in Visual Arts, Physical Education, Performing Arts, German Language, STEM (Science Technology Engineering Maths) and Reading Intervention. Technology is emphasised to support student learning and enhanced by a vast array of digital resources including our STEM

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Tucked away in the quiet streets of Oakleigh East, laughter fills the air again as children learn and play across the expansive grounds of Amsleigh Park. A local school of choice, we proudly serve the suburbs of Oakleigh East, Oakleigh, Chadstone, Huntingdale and Mount Waverley. The relaxed setting of our school sets the tone for learning, where students thrive under a safe and inclusive community that fosters resilience, innovation, connection and life-long learning.

lab, interactive whiteboards, IPads, Netbooks, Chromebooks, Mathletics, Maths Seeds and Reading Eggs.

Our Structured Literacy teaching follows contemporary research into the ‘Science of Reading’. The teaching of reading includes explicit instruction in phonics, phonemic and phonological awareness. From 2023 we will be implementing ‘Sounds Write’ to further enhance teaching in Prep – Grade 2. The teaching of reading is supported by resources including decodable readers and incorporates multi-sensory learning such as Cued Articulation.

Our students and staff enjoy state of the art, contemporary classroom learning spaces that offer outstanding levels of comfort through air-conditioning, abundant natural light, ventilation and flexibility. Our learning spaces are complemented by extensive outdoor play areas, which often surprise first time visitors to our school.

I warmly invite you to visit Amsleigh Park PS for a personal tour of the school to see the outstanding school environment and why our school truly is the ‘hidden gem’ of Oakleigh East.

Michael Cormick Principal

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Committed to improving student learning Ballam Park Primary School is committed to improving student learning and the development of its staff.

The school is in a beautiful setting and is nestled away from busy streets in parkland behind the historic Ballam Park Homestead and Ballam Park Reserve.

Ballam Park Primary School’s purpose is to provide our students with the opportunity, motivation, environment and programmes to each reach their full potential as healthy individuals and contributing members of the community; emotionally, socially, creatively and academically. The school’s approach will have as its foundation, the development of productive and cooperative relationships between all members of the school community.

There is a commitment to the development of Digital and Design Technologies and emphasis upon literacy and numeracy across the curriculum provided through flexible learning programmes designed to meet students’ individual needs.

Our programmes are designed to cater for the individual needs of students by providing a differentiated and personalised curriculum. This includes an Intervention and Enrichment programme for each year level, both within and beyond regular classrooms.

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“I chose Ballam Park Primary School for its small class sizes, spacious shady playground, and quiet location.”

Please call (03) 9789 5614 or email ballam.park.ps@education.vic.gov.au to arrange a school tour.

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Bayswater Primary School BAYSWATER Primary School is a happy school with high expectations. At Bayswater we are very aware of the need to treat each student as an individual. Our size enables every child to be well-known to staff and other students. The school has a genuinely bright and positive atmosphere. With more than 142 years of history behind it, Bayswater Primary is large enough to be able to provide comprehensive programs yet small enough to provide more personal care, attention and valuing of the individual. Our School Values are Connection, Respect, Excellence and Resilience.

The value the community places on the natural environment and outdoor play, is reflected in our spacious landscaped grounds planted with native species. The fenced off grounds consist of a grassed oval, netball and basketball courts, a soccer pitch, fenced off community garden (complete with chickens) and a variety of safe adventure playground equipment and extensive shade covered areas.

The school offers a challenging, comprehensive and relevant curriculum to all our students.

Teachers use the Victorian Curriculum to plan throughout the year. Our Educational program has a major emphasis of sound foundations in Literacy and Numeracy skills. Specialist programs that are provided for include Mandarin Language and Culture, Visual Arts, Science and Physical Education, with Performing Arts taught every alternate year. Additional programs include Tutor Learning Initiative, Engage (Social Wellbeing program) School Choir, Whole School Concerts (Alternate years), Buddy Program, Cross-Age Whole School Values Program called Connect, Interschool Sport, Swimming, PMP, and a Camping Program (2-6). New Prep Students are thoroughly prepared for school life with an extensive Transition Program.

The school’s dedicated and energetic team of teachers is committed to maximising each child’s potential, providing a nurturing environment where children thrive and develop a love of learning. We recognise that for each student’s learning to be optimised, a close partnership needs to exist between parents and teachers. Our school actively encourages, welcomes and involves parents in school life. Participation in classroom programs, excursions, Fundraising

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The school offers a challenging, comprehensive and relevant curriculum to all our students.

Committee and the School Council, are some ways in which parents are able to express their talents and interests. We are proud of the education we offer and are especially proud of our students. We invite you to contact the school office on 9721-3755 to make an appointment with the Principal, Brooke Cross to discuss your child’s needs and to go on a school tour. Alternatively you can book a tour online by clicking on the contact us tab on our website https://www. bayswaterps.vic.edu.au/.

Bayswater Primary School is proud to be one of 5 local schools that form the Bayswater Education Plan, which is a 10 year strategy to inspire and support children and young people in the Bayswater community to aim higher and achieve more at every stage of their learning journey.

BAYSWATER PRIMARY SCHOOL Connection • Respect • Excellence • Resilience We invite you to contact the school office on 9721 3755 to make an appointment with the Principal, Brooke Cross to discuss your child’s needs and to go on a school tour.

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Alternatively, you can book a tour online by clicking on the contact us tab on our website www.bayswaterps.vic.edu.au Birch Street, Bayswater, 3153 (PO Box 82) Australia P: (03) 9721 3755 bayswater.ps@education.vic.com.au www.bayswaterps.vic.edu.au

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BAYSWATER SOUTH PRIMARY SCHOOL www.baysouthps.edu.au

ADDRESS Enfield Dr, Bayswater VIC 3153 (03) 9729 2862 Principal Mr Bret Mottrom

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Bayswater South is a co-educational Government School in the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. One of the few truly bilingual primary schools in Victoria, we have a proud history of over 30 years of delivering a unique English/German bilingual program.

Our mission is to embrace diversity and develop global citizenship through a vibrant learning community. We do this using our three pillars – Bilingual Education, IB – Primary Years Programme and a schoolwide approach to Wellbeing; leading the way in best practice teaching and learning, with a focus on supporting the academic progress and personal development of each student.

This difference, or addition, to a standard Government school education, is what makes us stand out as a leading choice for your child’s education.

Why bilingual?

We strongly believe that every child deserves a bilingual education.

Language teachers and educational psychologists have long held the view that learning another language increases and enhances students’ deductive and problemsolving skills. Having frequent practice in working out meaning, making links, and drawing conclusions in the language class, enhances these skills in a broader sense, in other areas of the curriculum and in life in general. Knowledge of more than one language has long-term cultural, social and economic benefits. Tolerance, respect and co-operation are all improved through bilingual education, while being bilingual enhances future job prospects.

What is the IB – Primary Years Programme?

Bayswater South Primary School is proud to be an accredited IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP).

At Bayswater South we align our vision and mission with that of the IB, in which we strive to, ‘develop inquiring, knowledgeable and

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caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect’.

As a bilingual school, we are in the unique position within Australia to develop students who are multilingual, internationally minded and who are driven to take action in the local and global community.

Our school’s curriculum framework encompasses that of the Victorian Curriculum, the IB PYP Curriculum and Bilingual Education.

Wellbeing At Bayswater South Primary School, we value student voice, student engagement and connectedness of students and their families from Foundation to Year 6. We are: A connected community Bayswater South Primary School fosters strong relationships with the local German community as well as other organisations and benefits from the support of a vibrant and engaged parent community. With the ongoing contributions from our parents and local partnerships, we have been able to provide playgrounds, learning spaces, Chaplaincy, Connect Groups and a newly formed ‘German Café’, with further development to follow.

Led by students A highlight of life at Bayswater South includes the opportunity for all students from Foundation to Year 6, to lead the school. From SRC, to student-led assembly, to student input in their learning experiences, our students develop as team playing, confident young individuals, who live out our school values of Respect, Empathy, Honesty and Teamwork.

We warmly invite you to take a tour of our school, to learn more about the benefits of an education at Bayswater South Primary School.

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Your child’s transition to school STARTING school is a big step for you and your child. It can be both challenging and exciting. As families, the support you give your child is important because you are your child’s first and most important teacher.

Tips for transition Below are some tips on how you can help your child have a positive start to school.

The year before school Ask your child what they think about starting school.

■ Encourage your child to ask questions about going to school.

■ Help your child stay healthy. Make sure they have regular health and dental checks and keep immunisations up to date.

■ Encourage your child to try to do things on their own such as dressing, going to the toilet, washing their hands, unwrapping their food and opening and closing their drink bottle.

■ Talk to friends and other families about what school is like.

■ Attend transition-to-school programs and activities at your child’s early years service and school.

■ Talk to your child’s early childhood educator about things you can do at home to help your child’s learning and development.

■ Talk to the school about how you can engage in your child’s learning and development at school.

■ Ask the school what time your child starts on the first day and where to take them.

■ During the summer holidays ■ Show your child where the school is and talk about how you will get there.

■ Arrange play-times with other families whose children will be going to the same school as your child. It helps if your child knows another child at their school at the start of prep.

■ Practise the things your child will need to do to get ready for school (e.g. putting things in their bag, remembering to take a hat).

■ Confirm your before or after school care arrangements. Show your child where the outside school hours care facilities are and talk about how they will get there.

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Be positive about starting school and enjoy your child’s excitement.

■ Visit your local library and read books with your child about starting school.

The first day of school ■ Make sure your child knows who will take them to school and pick them up on the first day.

■ Help your child to organise their clothes, hat, shoes and socks the night before.

■ Help your child to pack their school bag with a snack, drink, lunch and a hat.

■ Place a spare pair of underpants and a change of clothes in a plastic bag. Let your child know these clothes are in their bag in case of any accidents at school.

■ Put sunscreen on your child in the morning if it is needed.

■ Show your child where you will meet them at the end of the school day.

■ At the end of the day talk to your child about what happened at school.

The first year of school ■ Find out about what your child is learning at school. By doing this, you can support your child’s learning and find out how your child is adjusting to school.

■ If your child is having difficulty at school, talk to their teacher. Your child can also say what they think might help them.

■ Keep talking to your child about school. Ask them about their new experiences, what they like and what they find hard.

■ If your child attends an outside school hours care service, find a way of sharing your child’s school progress with the staff.

■ Share feedback about your child’s experience of starting school with the school and early childhood service.

■ Organise time for your child and their new friends to play together outside of school.

Local early childhood services and schools will organise their own transition-to-school programs and activities each year. To find out more, talk to your child’s early childhood educator or contact the school where your child is enrolled.

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IT takes a team to build a dream!

We are the team at Beaconsfield Primary School.

Whilst our beautiful classrooms and play spaces and wonderful learning resources enhance your child’s school life and learning experiences; it is our beliefs and the way that we work together that makes Beaconsfield Primary School unique.

The teacher - student relationship is treasured at Beacy, it underpins our work and our beliefs. We believe that every child: should be accepted for who they are unconditionally. should have a safe, positive and supportive environment to learn in. should be respected, recognised and valued for their diverse needs and abilities. should be challenged so that they reach their potential - holding expectations high. should have a teacher that understands them and teaches with passion and commitment. deserves a teacher who models honesty and ethical behaviour so that they in turn learn the value of truthfulness and accountability.

Student voice is encouraged at Beaconsfield Primary School - Every Face has a Place: from Prep to Yr. 6, all children have the right to be heard. They have a voice and opportunities to express their thoughts.

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everyone has the right to express ourselves and an obligation to listen to others and we respect their right to hold their views and share them. we elevate and praise our children, encouraging them to appreciate the efforts of their peers, building friendships and goodwill through appreciations.

We strive to ensure each child achieves their potential. We will do our best to ensure that our children are: confident learners; that they try their best, challenge themselves and pursue excellence. resilient and bounce back when they experience difficulties. given the opportunity to develop a strong sense of justice, values and beliefs. ambitious, imaginative and academically competent. develop a sense of fun and of wonder. enthusiastic and optimistic about their futures.

For enrolment enquires for Prep 2022, please contact our school office in term 2, 2022. Phone: 9707 1510.

Sincerely, Heidi Inglis (Principal) and the staff of Beaconsfield Primary School

In a school where relationships mean everything!

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Open Day 14th May 10:00am—12:00pm Enrolments open in Term 2 Phone 9707 1510 for all enquiries.

Cnr. Lyle Ave & Princes Hwy, Beaconsfield Website: www.beaconsfield.vic.edu.au

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Boronia K-12 College is committed to developing our students into responsible members of the local, national and global communities that they live in.

Throughout all stages of schooling at Boronia K-12 College we aim to develop learners that strive to be: · Skilled communicators · Constructors of knowledge · Real world problem-solvers · Ethical users of technology To achieve this goal, we offer quality teaching and learning programs delivered by highly skilled, innovative and enthusiastic professionals.

Our contemporary buildings and grounds are second to none and provide a stimulating learning environment where students are able to maximize their potential.

As students transition into schooling at Boronia K-12 College, they experience a challenging, differentiated curriculum designed to allow them to demonstrate their abilities and progress in their learning.

International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program We are proud to be seeking authorisation in 2022 as an International Baccalaureate World School delivering the Primary Years Program. The IB curriculum framework ensures students participating in a rigorous, challenging, inspiring and engaging programme.

The Junior School programs focus on the development of the whole child as an inquirer, both in the classroom and in the world outside. Students are supported in developing 21st century skills, using a constructivist approach where students build on prior knowledge.

The aim of all of our programs is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world.

The IB allows us to offer a much more holistic and collaborative learning culture, reward individual research, community participation, creativity and global citizenship. It equips students with the necessary skills to meet the challenges of higher education and future vocations.

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Carrington Primary School CARRINGTON Primary highlights the importance of positive learning experiences, nurturing and fostering student growth through a range of authentic learning opportunities.

Carrington has a strong curriculum focus and a dedication to developing the whole child. Hands on learning is a priority at Carrington ensuring students utilise materials and resources to engage in daily tasks.

We highly encourage and support the homeschool partnership to ensure clear and consistent communication between all stakeholders, allowing families to share in the learning journey throughout the primary school years. As a community based school we have an open door policy that promotes parental involvement at all levels.

The school is surrounded by lush gardens, providing a warm and welcoming environment.

We have extensive outdoor spaces that are shaded and provide learning opportunities both inside and outside the regular classroom.

Our boutique school provides students with smaller class sizes, therefore allowing us to individualise personal learning and support student needs. Each classroom is well resourced providing rich learning opportunities across all curriculum areas. Our dedicated teachers and educational support staff formulate quality programs to cater for students of all needs. A wide range of technological experiences are incorporated into all curriculum areas ensuring students are capable, proficient and developing the necessary skills to become competent 21st century learners.

The modern Junior Learning Centre is well equipped with resources, cooking facilities, technology and highlighted by the Creative Learning opportunities for students to further explore and direct their own experiences. These foster social, imaginative and creative play interactions.

Carrington Primary School promotes positive learning experiences throughout the school. We are very well resourced with our programs including: ■ Reading and Writing workshop models; ■ Hands on mathematics using a wide range of materials and real world connections; ■ Additional literacy/numeracy supports from

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Foundation through to Year 6; 1:1 Apple iPad program school-wide that provides up to date technology and opportunities to work with coding applications; ■ A wide range of interactive robotics within our S.T.R.E.A.M. program including Beebots, Spheros and Edison bots; ■ Interactive teaching boards within each classroom for instruction; ■ Physical Education, Music/Performing Arts and Visual Arts as specialised classes; ■ Lunch-time clubs including Cheerleading, Gardening, Well-being and Robotics; ■ Student leadership opportunities school-wide; ■ A well organised buddy program to support our Foundation students; ■ Well equipped facilities for recess and lunchtime play; and ■ Cooking and gardening experiences.

As a school we instil our values and vision into our wider school community, promoting individual success, respect, inclusiveness, determination and empathy. Our school Chaplain provides well-being supports for students as well as providing stimulating and engaging lunchtime tasks for student engagement.

The school provides an Out of Hours Care program before and after school, as well as operating throughout the holiday period to cater for busy working families. We look forward to showcasing our school to your family.

Regards, Brett Speed ■

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Cranbourne Primary School CRANBOURNE Primary School is a small school offering students a big future! In our school of 250 students, we leverage our small class sizes and high support ratios to ensure every student is known, seen and extended as an individual.

Our students achieve excellence through our school values – PRIDE (persistence, responsibility, independence, discipline and excellence).

We provide students a safe and nurturing environment, full of educational opportunities.

Cranbourne Primary School provides: ■ An environment where students have input into and take responsibility for their learning ■ Academic programs that help students develop to their maximum potential ■ Highly committed staff who provide a focused learning program for each child in their care ■ A caring and supportive environment where students feel safe and secure ■ A community atmosphere where students, teachers and parents know each other and work together Students have access to a variety of specialist programs each week including PE, ICT, STEM and the Arts. Our students with English as an additional language are also supported by an EAL teacher.

A diverse array of extra curricula activities are offered throughout the year. Students have

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Every student is known, seen and extended. opportunities to access teacher led clubs, camps and excursions. Sport, music and lunchtime club opportunities ensure students interests are catered to both in and out of the classroom. We have a close relationship with Cranbourne Secondary College and use this partnership to help our senior students prepare for their Secondary education journey.

At Cranbourne Primary School our students are involved in activities throughout the school to enhance positive relationships. Playground areas are open to all students which allows siblings and students across various ages to interact during recreation periods. Our Breakfast Club runs many mornings a week and helps our students to bond with teachers and each other while ensuring everyone’s learning is off to a great start.

If you like the idea of your child being known, supported and extended in a small school environment, contact the school to organise a tour today!

Lachlan Yeates, Principal

Cranbourne Primary School

A small school offering students a big future!

Organise a tour with the Principal today by calling 5996 1744 Address: Cranbourne Primary School, 42-58 Bakewell St, Cranbourne VIC 3977

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Doveton College DOVETON College is a vibrant learning community serving the families, children and young people of Doveton. Our multicultural community extends beyond the College. We welcome everyone to engage with the educational programs and activities on offer.

Our primary school for years Prep – 6, provides a stimulating, engaging and student centred learning program, that targets learning for each individual at their point of need. Our Early Learning Centre has 3 and 4 year old kindergarten programs that prepare children for a smooth and successful start to school in Prep. Similarly, children from year 6 transition seamlessly into our year 7 -9 program. Our facilities are state of the art and purpose built to provide a strong academic base in Numeracy and Literacy, enriched through studies in STEM, the Arts and Humanities. These studies are complemented by many opportunities in art, media, music, design, physical education. Our award winning Arts program has been recognised nationally and internationally and we are frequently recognised as for our high level of growth in NAPLAN outcomes.

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who need additional support and extension. The wellbeing team coordinate referrals to the many medical and allied health services that are located at the College. This provides students with timely access to services as required.

Doveton College provides free after school engagement and extension activities for all students. Students can register each term to participate in a wide range of activities such as floristry, basketball, remote cars, soccer, music, dance, tennis, street art, debating, multisport, pottery and more. A homework club operates after school twice a week, where students can attend and receive 1:1 support.

More than just the academic outcomes, we are working with young people and their families to develop the whole person. Social and emotional growth is so important for all young people. Our teachers and support staff make sure that they understand each student as a person, working with their individual interests and needs, supporting every student to reach their potential.

Register for a tour on each Wednesday afternoon at 4:30pm, or book a personalised visit with the Principal Ph 8765 0111. Visit our Open Night on Wednesday 27 April 4:30-7:00pm and see how Doveton College can work for you!

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School tours Wednesday 4:30pm or by appointment

Principal Debra Gibson Doveton College 62 Tristania St, Doveton, 3177 doveton.co@education.vic.gov.au www.dovetoncollege.vic.edu.au

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Essex Heights Primary School has a proud history of over 50 years in the Mount Waverley community. The diversity of students and families at our school provide us with a vibrancy derived from embracing our community. We place great value in working in partnership with members of the community to provide a rich and engaging learning environment that will prepare our students to confidently embrace the wonderful opportunities our society offers them.

At Essex Heights we place a strong emphasis on the development of each student’s learning potential through challenge, reflection, lateral thinking and optimal learning experiences.

The whole community encourages high expectations and promotes innovative and contemporary curriculum, differentiated to cater for the needs of all children. The school engenders a culture of connectedness and creativity. Our key strategic priorities are Literacy, Numeracy, as well as Student Engagement and Wellbeing. In addition, we have engaged leading world consultants, such as Michael Ymer to work with our teams to develop contemporary and best practice curriculum.

The school also has very close links with Deakin University and has been part of several STEM related school-based projects.

Our school has an extensive Music program. The classroom music program is designed to engage students and develop a lifelong passion for music. Children are encouraged to sing and to learn music theory. Music extension activities are available for students at all ages. Children perform in year level choirs. In addition, the school has an extensive instrumental music program which caters for all children who would like to learn a musical instrument and play in a band or ensemble.

Through our ‘School Values’ of friendliness, honesty, inclusiveness, persistence and respect, children develop positive attitudes and acquire the necessary skills to equip them for their future.

The welfare of our students is a high priority, as we believe students learn best when they feel safe and secure in a stimulating learning environment. The school has also developed an innovative program (ArtSEL - Art and Social and Emotional Learning) to prepare our students to be confident and self-aware young adults, as they make their way to secondary school and into our complex society.

This active and creative educational program allows children to achieve success in emotional management and academic achievement. ArtSEL is aligned with the Victorian Curriculum.

This year the school is also very proud to have entered a partnership with The Resilience Project.

This renowned and outstanding program builds upon ArtSEL and continues to teach the skills required to create resilient and confident young adults.

At Essex Heights, the children have contemporary, well-resourced and innovative learning spaces throughout the school. These, in addition to the well maintained and excellent outdoor environments, provide an ideal setting for learning both inside and outside of the classroom.

Visit our school to learn more about how Essex Heights can best meet the needs of your child.

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Principal George Perini

Essex Heights Primary School is now taking enrolments for 2023 BE SAFE • BE RESPONSIBLE • BE A LEARNER

School tours for all interested families from Prep - Year 6 are available on Wednesday and Friday each week from 9.30am.

Appointments for tours and all other enquiries can be made by contacting our school office between 9.30am and 2.30pm, Monday-Friday during school terms.

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by Thursday 26th May 2022.

For families seeking Prep enrolment, ‘Transition to School’ information is available following submission of enrolment documents.

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Fleetwood Primary School FLEETWOOD Primary School is located in Narre Warren in the South Eastern growth corridor of Melbourne. We are proudly placed on Bunurong land and pay our respect to leaders past and present. The school was established in 1929 and moved to its current location on Fleetwood Drive in 1996. The student population is made up of children from a diverse range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Our school belongs to the Casey North network of schools with whom we work collaboratively to provide the best education for the students across our local area.

Fleetwood Primary School is an inclusive community that nurtures and encourages learners to pursue their dreams. We are a school where each child is known and valued for who they are.

Students, staff and the community work in collaboration, striving to achieve excellence together. The school values people being responsible, respectful and safe. The school strives for social and emotional development of each individual and the active promotion of mental health, which leads to an environment suitable for academic excellence.

The school is made up of committed Principal class, knowledgeable administration officers, skilled teachers, dedicated education support and passionate grounds and maintenance professionals. The school also employs two community liaison officers to support the local community.

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We are a school where each child is known and valued for who they are.

Students, staff and the community work in collaboration, striving to achieve excellence together. given a high priority. Staff work collaboratively in Professional Learning Communities that allow shared input, decision making and care. We have a full-time psychologist to guide the schools decision making for improved mental health and selfconfidence in the children, whilst a counsellor is available for those requiring individual support.

Parent involvement is highly valued at Fleetwood Primary School as we have a commitment to a strong home-school partnership.

The community is full of diversity, which is a strength that we celebrate and acknowledge.

Parents and carers are invited to join in school assemblies, student support group meetings, fundraising opportunities and they also have an active role on School Council and the associated subcommittees.

Fleetwood Primary School School tours take place once a fortnight each Wednesday at 9:30am

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Please note visitors to the school must be able to show evidence of current COVID-19 vaccination requirements or have a valid medical exemption.

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Frankston Primary School AS the principal of Frankston Primary, I take great pleasure in introducing you to our school. When you first walk into our school, you immediately feel the warm, welcoming feel that is Frankston Primary School. We celebrate the diversity within our school community, and are a close-knit, connected and inclusive school community, focused on positive, caring and supportive relationships.

We place high importance on fostering whole school positive relationships, and believe this is fundamental for developing our highly supportive classroom environments, building positive student relationships and fostering happy, healthy and resilient students.

At Frankston Primary School, we strive for educational excellence. We emphasise high expectations, provided by a team of teachers committed to high quality instruction and catering for each individual students’ learning needs – focusing on the academic, social and emotional needs of every student.

Our students enjoy participating in a wide variety of learning programs, including specialist visual art, performing arts, physical education and French classes. Students also have the opportunity to become involved in a number of extra-curricular programs, including our much loved school choir, aerobic team and Snow Camp.

Our Whole School Production and Christmas concert are also a school highlight.

Our grounds are bright and vibrant and offer a semi-rural feel to the many outdoor spaces. Our students enjoy the active and passive play areas that inter-twine and connect our students together in the outdoors.

We encourage strong connections with our parents, carers and wider community as key partners in your child’s learning, and welcome participation and involvement right throughout your child’s schooling years with us.

Our school values are – Community, Aspire Positivity, Respect, Resilience and Empathy – through these values we care for, unite, work and connect together; we achieve through commitment, focus and positive mind-set; we reflect resilience through difficulties and challenges; we develop friendships through respect, trust and understanding; and we foster

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We encourage strong connections with our parents, carers and wider community as key partners in your child’s learning, and welcome participation and involvement right throughout your child’s schooling years with us.

within ourselves self-management, empathy, pride in self and personal identity.

At Frankston Primary School we strive to maximise opportunities for all students – placing our students in the best possible position for their future.

We are looking forward to seeing you soon at Frankton Primary School!

Frankston Primary School

COMMUNITY • ASPIRE • OPTIMISM • RESPECT • RESILIENCE • EMPATHY

ENROL NOW FOR 2023 PREP 2023 OPEN MORNINGS AND AFTERNOONS

• Tues 3rd May 9.30 – 10.30am • Tues 24th May 9.30 – 10.30am • Tues 14th June 4 – 5pm • Tues 19th July 9.30 – 10.30am

• Tues 9th August 9.30 –10.30am • Tues 30th August 4 – 5pm • Tues 13th Sept 9.30 – 10.30am

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Glendal Primary School I AM very proud of our school’s achievements and standing in the community, being in my sixteenth year as principal of Glendal PS. Over this time, I have seen the school grow from around 600 students to the current 912 students, supported by huge improvements in our buildings, general facilities and grounds.

As a government school we are reviewed every four years by an external reviewer and a panel consisting of the School Council President, two other Principals and a representative from the Department of Education, a process that is thorough and rigorous. I am pleased to share that our recent School Review Report noted the continued improvement in student attainment and progress data as measured by NAPLAN (National Assessment Program—Literacy and Numeracy) and Teacher Judgement data. On a broad range of data our school outperformed Similar Schools, Network Schools and the State in both Top 2 Band achievement and Relative Growth.

This may sound like ‘teacher speak’ however in reality it means that we are a high performing school with hard working teachers, a committed community and students who are keen to learn.

Our philosophy of continued professional learning for teachers, supported by leaders and strategic resource allocation, has led to improved consistency of practice across the school. For example, in Writing we use a structured and scaffolded program which assists students to develop their writing skills; provides bespoke support for students with English as an Additional

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Language (EAL) and stretches and challenges all students.

Importantly, students are given authentic purposes to share and publish their writing to maintain their engagement and commitment and derive continued improvement.

Our culture of ongoing professional learning has underpinned the development in teaching and learning throughout the school. Differentiation of student learning, namely catering for a wide range of student interests and abilities, is embedded throughout our school as a result of teacher professional learning and through the formalised programs to support, intervene and extend students at their point of need.

Our teachers not only invest in their own learning but model the importance of ongoing personal growth and development to students.

Empowering children in their learning has been a priority, supporting our belief that motivated and engaged students, who are responsible for their own choices and learning, will improve their achievement and wellbeing.

We also have fun, because children should enjoy developing friendships and experiencing new opportunities.

For example, every year our Foundation students have a special day in Term 1 where they dress up in their pyjamas, bring their cuddly toys or teddy bears to school and engage in teddy bear mathematics and other fun activities.

Deborah Grossek, M.Ed.,B.Sc. Hons, B.Ed., Dip.T. Principal

Glendal Primary School OPEN FOR ENROLMENTS

Glendal Primary offers: • State-of-the-art Robotics and Science Facilities • Language programs in Mandarin and French • Opportunities and excellence in learning • International networks and exchange programs • Happy children who are learning successfully Children flourish and learn at Glendal Please see our website for a virtual school tour Principal: Deborah Grossek Address: 55 Nottingham Street Glen Waverley VIC 3150

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Prevention is better than cure Grossek’s view AS a child, with much to learn, I became accustomed to hearing my increasingly exasperated father say, “prevention is better than cure, son”, moments before he meted out what he hoped was a ‘cure’ for my recurring misdemeanours. The recent public commentary on the state of school education in our country reminds me of that message.

From the Australian Catholic University bleak report on the longitudinal study on principal health and wellbeing to the inflammatory “dud public teachers” remarks of our acting federal Education Minister, Stuart Robert, and almost everything in between, one thing is crystal clear.

We are facing a monumental challenge to repair the damage done on many fronts, to the teaching profession, and by extension to the lives of our children.

Principals are being burnt out by excessive workload demands. For whatever reasons, policies designed to mitigate workload pressures for school leaders, just aren’t arresting this trend of ‘upward and onward’. Then there’s threats of, and actual violence toward school staff by parents at intolerable levels, not that any level is tolerable. Little wonder then, that up-and-coming teachers don’t want the job.

The staffing crisis in schools, a crisis that has been spoken of for years now, has exploded.

Schools everywhere are cannibalising specialist programs and splitting grades to simply cover casual teacher shortages on a scale never seen before at this time of year. We shudder to think of what lies in wait for us in the winter months.

To add insult to injury, reports by Save Our Schools (SOS) illustrate a clear pattern of bias in funding aimed squarely to the advantage of independent schools. Here in Victoria for example, combined Commonwealth and state projected funding estimates show that private schools will be over-funded by about $730 million for the rest of the decade while public schools will be under-funded by nearly $20 billion. NSW projected funding estimates are even worse, showing that private schools will be

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over-funded by $2 billion for the rest of the decade while public schools will be underfunded by $21 billion.

It’s even harder then, to swallow ill-informed “dud public teacher” comments by acting federal Minister Roberts, when the government of which he is a member is busy being so discriminatory in favour of private schools in their funding! All the more so, given the findings of a 2021 study of NAPLAN results showing that public schools do as well as private schools after differences in socio-economic background of students are considered.

The findings of the study, conducted by researchers from the University of New England’s Schools of Education and Psychology, as well as researchers from the Florida Center for Reading Research at Florida State University, were recently shared in an education research brief by public school advocates Save Our Schools (SOS).

The researchers examined whether differences in literacy and numeracy achievement were related to attendance at public or private schools in a sample of 2,762 Australian students in grades 3, 5, 7 and 9 who completed NAPLAN between 2008 and 2018. According to the findings, private schools are not associated with higher average student achievement in standardized literacy and numeracy tests at any grade – nor do they provide greater progress in reading and numeracy from grade 3 through grade 9.

“It said that the results raise serious questions about the worth of a private school education, especially one heavily subsidised by the taxpayer”.

The researchers said the findings lend additional support to the argument that the high investment in private schooling in Australia does not necessarily lead to better achievement outcomes for students attending those schools.

“In terms of equity, our results support analysis from the OECD in indicating that a large independent school sector, underpinned by market values of competition and choice, and supported by high levels of government funding are not optimal features of an equitable education system,” they wrote.

The study further notes that the results highlight old questions about the utility of persistently high levels of taxpayer funding of private schools in Australia. “If private schools do not ‘value add’ in terms of improving achievement in basic skills testing and tend to increase segregation based on student background and family socioeconomic status, some serious policy questions need to be asked about school funding structures,” the researchers wrote.

SOS Convenor Trevor Cobbold said the study adds weight to the large volume of evidence from overseas and Australian studies demonstrating that public schools do as well as, or better than private schools. One example Cobbold points to is the OECD report on the 2018 PISA tests, which found that student achievement in public schools in OECD countries was higher than in private schools.

The Australian PISA 2018 report found no difference in student results in reading and science between public, Catholic and Independent schools after taking account of differences in student and school socioeconomic background. Public school students achieved higher results in mathematics than Catholic school students.

Cobbold says public schools in Australia therefore do as well as private schools despite having far fewer human and material resources than private schools and being disadvantaged by government funding policies that have heavily favoured private schools. “It all suggests that private schools are less efficient than public schools in using their resources”.

Then there’s the issue of “disruptive classrooms” in Australian schools, based on limited, if not questionable OECD findings – the implication being that our teachers aren’t up to the job of managing student behaviour. Of course, this line of argument camouflages an ugly fact. That fact being that our students with disabilities and impairments programs in schools are broken. Simple as that. Waiting lists for student assessments being up to 6 months, a chronic and increasing shortage of skilled psychologists, speech pathologists and social workers available to schools and too often,

inadequate funding to meet the needs of these children is more to the point.

Little wonder then that parents, students and staff are at, and too often beyond, breaking point.

The past two pandemic years have highlighted the fragility of our profession; a fragility for too long papered over by the “love of teaching” mantra ascribed to members of our profession.

Sadly, exploited too I may add.

There are calls for us to “talk up the profession”.

That’s all well and good. However, how much more enthusiastically will we do that when our governments, for their part, start by desisting from painting an inaccurate picture of how well public schools are actually doing in providing our children with a high-quality education?

Equally important, top it off by engaging in more preventive behaviours in future, rather than what too often appears as self-serving, political window dressing.

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We want every child in our community to actively learn how to

shape their world Tucked away in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, our school has been continually serving learners for over 140 years.

Throughout this time, we have worked out that quality learning takes time. So does trust, and the same is true for building relationships. So this is what we do.

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This happens through the ‘3Rs’ and ‘4 Big Ideas’ embedded at The Harkaway School.

The 3 Rs. Relationship - High quality learning happens when trust, respect and care are present.

Relevance - Our learners will go deeper, make stronger

We take the time to know and value every student.

We work out what they know, understand and can do.

Then we lead them to what they’re ready to learn next. connections and apply their knowledge when learning is life-worthy and meaningful.

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We want every child in our community to actively learn how to shape their world. If we want our students to make a difference with their lives - then we need to make a difference in their lives.

Rigour - We are all on a journey from novice to expert. We expect and celebrate excellence.

The 4 Big Ideas Team Teaching Teachers plan, teach and reflect in teams. Like all good learning!

Multi-age Classes Students are predominantly grouped according to what they are ready to learn. They are not grouped simply because of age or year level. Our classrooms are huge and fine-tuned for learning.

DL-2.0 Through our program of inquiry, students co-design, socially construct, have voice and are self-discoverers.

Global Mindedness Our students are part of their planet and are confident to engage with all of its’ peoples and the messy complexity of an interconnected global humanity.

Just 4 kms from the Berwick Post Office

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At Harkaway Primary School, we want our students to practice making rules and allocating resources.

ing able to do the ‘We really liked be e of day’ was a tim y an learning ponse. res on mm co

Our STEAM Room houses a robotics laboratory, green screen studio and enough gizmos and gadgets to make it’s namesake (Sir George Hubert Wilkins) proud. In this space, students have cultivated ideas that have put them on the world stage - including representing our nation at the World Robotics Championships in 2019 and 2021 and developing the Bushfire Safety Manifesto for child centred disaster risk reduction.

It takes time to stop, look and listen to our learners. This is especially true in 2022.

So much has changed for our young people. We asked our students about their experiences in lock-down, and what we can learn from it.

As a result, Fridays have become ‘Playlist Fridays’. This is where senior students can do their learning from a curated list at their own pace. They make time to sit with their teachers and review their learning goals.

They have time to pursue their project based learning unhindered and make connections with experts who are local and from around the world. This has led to our students guest lecturing at universities and at local kindergartens. They’ve presented to national conferences and shared their learning with each other. Real purpose gives our students the power to shape their world.

When we teach our children how to be experts with their own learning and trust them to put that learning into action, they see opportunities to flourish all around, no matter what!

School tours are very welcome. We would love to share what it means to be a Harkaway Learner with you. The best way to do that - is to see in action!

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• HIGHVALE PRIMARY SCHOOL • Highvale Primary School provides a caring, safe and vibrant learning environment where every student is valued as an individual. We welcome and work closely with parents and families to support positive learning, social and physical outcomes for every student.

Our school community is rich in cultural and language diversity, which provides many wonderful opportunities for authentic learning about our local and global environment and inclusive behaviours. Our School Values of Honesty and Integrity, Respect, Responsibility and Commitment provide the framework for how we play and work with each other and are taught explicitly across the school. This proactive approach to wellbeing is known as ‘Positive Behaviour for Learning’ and is central to the calm, inclusive and supportive learning environment you will experience as you tour our school.

Well known as a high performing, medium sized school, our evidence based teaching practices support a long tradition of excellent student outcomes across all learning areas of the Victorian Curriculum.

As well, our extracurricular opportunities and extensive specialist program support high engagement levels and achievement in local, state and national events and competitions. Specialists include our Science, Technology and Arts program known as STEAM, Performing Arts, Physical Education and Languages, Mandarin or German.

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• Exemplary English and Mathematics results • Enrichment, extension and intervention programs • Innovative Digital Technologies • Comprehensive specialist program • Instrumental program and school band • Response to Individual Needs specialists • Preschool to Prep Transition program • Before and After School Care

Virtual tour available at www.highvaleps.vic.edu.au

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Hillsmeade Primary School is located in Narre Warren South. With a current enrolment of 800+ students the school is a dynamic and vibrant educational focus for the local community. Here at +LOOVPHDGH ZH EHOLHYH LQ KLJK H[SHFWDWLRQV RI RXU VWXGHQWV DQG RXUVHOYHV DV VWD൵ DQG DV D UHVXOW aim to provide your child with the capacity to continually grow and learn throughout their primary school journey.

We pride ourselves on providing a caring, safe and supportive learning environment and ensure we work collaboratively with families to provide the best learning opportunities for all students. We also note that learning is beyond the classroom environment and have invested in developing the school facilities over the years, with a brand-new ninja warrior course and rejuvenated year 2-4 playground, our most recent developments. Our Vision is that we aim to continually grow and learn together by supporting individual abilities and excellence in academic achievement, celebrating diverse backgrounds and cultures, and becoming global citizens prepared for the needs and expectations of our every changing society. I invite you to make contact with the school if you would like to participate in a school tour.

School tour dates and additional information can be found on the school website www.hillsmeade.vic.edu.au

Linda Buckeridge PRINCIPAL (03) 9704 6313 82 The Promenade, Narre Warren South 3805 e-mail: hillsmeade.ps@education.vic.gov.au 12534923-CG20-22

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James Cook Primary School LOCATED at the gateway to Endeavour Hills, James Cook Primary is a school with strong values, providing positive learning opportunities and a well-rounded education. Confidence, a sense of belonging, along with a growth mindset are developed through our engaging and challenging curriculum. We enjoy all the benefits associated with our cultural diversity and cater to the needs of all students. Our school provides students with a happy and active start to their schooling in a safe and secure family environment.

James Cook Primary School is the school of first choice for many parents and carers. We enjoy a highly regarded reputation for welcoming our community into our school.

James Cook Primary School is committed to delivering excellence in education in a culture of high expectations. Our dedicated teachers commit to strengthening their capacity for teaching, to ensure your children receive high-quality teaching and learning. James Cook Primary School challenges students to be actively involved in their learning and strive to be the best they can be. Parents work in partnership with our staff to ensure the best outcomes for all learners.

Parents’ support and involvement are essential to the success of our students. We encourage parents and carers to become involved in their child’s learning. Our School Council welcomes your support and interest and is a welcome opportunity to work closely with other parents and staff to enhance the learning experience for our children here at James Cook Primary School.

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Students at James Cook are happy, caring and enthusiastic about their learning.

Our school boasts a range of learning spaces and facilities that enable the delivery of a variety of enhanced learning programs; Four open and flexible learning modules, a multipurpose hall, a Library-Specialists’ Centre, ‘Cook’s Kitchen’ classroom kitchen and a recently renovated Visual Arts Centre. The James Cook Primary School community is committed to environmental sustainability.

Our highly invested Student Voice and Engagement Team, of students from Years 2-6, represent our student body ensures a studentcentred environment. Student-led community activities are a highlight on our school calendar each year, with our school assemblies led by our student leaders each week.

We are proud of our community partnerships at James Cook Primary, including those with Food Bank Breakfast Club, Kids Hope Mentoring, Sporting Schools Activities and TheirCare Before-and-After School services.

Come and see for yourself. We are now taking enrolments for 2022. School tours for families wishing to enrol their children are conducted every Friday at 9:15am. Please contact our reception to reserve your place, on 97002601.

Anne Burgess, Principal

JAMES COOK PRIMARY SCHOOL

Believe to Succeed We fully embrace our school motto, “Believe to Succeed,” as we believe that all children can, and will, achieve to their fullest potential.

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GROWTH MINDSET • RESPECT • EMPATHY • ATTITUDE • TEAMWORK Lynbrook Primary School has developed a set of values that underpin school life and reflect the curriculum capabilities that encourage effective learning.

We celebrate our school’s diversity and different language and cultures that encompass our community by assisting learners on their learning journey.

We support our prep students’ learning by: • teaching reading, writing and spelling through a phonics-based program called ‘Read, Write Inc.’ • enhancing students’ storytelling and writing ability using Talk for Writing’. An approach that scaffolds students understanding of different writing styles.

• incorporating ‘play based learning’ opportunities to develop students’ language, speaking and listening skills, problem solving and teamwork.

• using hands on materials and real word situations to teach mathematics in context.

• running weekly Perceptual Motor Program (PMP) to assist with students’ gross motor development.

• exploring different topics by asking questions and discovering the answers.

Other learning experiences: • Music • Visual Art • Physical Education • AUSLAN • Outdoor Education – our program is the envy of many secondary schools and exists only in very few primary schools. We have: - over 60 school bikes so that we can offer Bike Ed to Years 4, 5 & 6.

- stand up paddle boards, canoes, tents, camp marquees, cooking trailer and other trailers to transport all this equipment to camps.

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Address: 37 Paterson Drive, Lynbrook 3975 Phone: 8787 5390 Email: lynbrook.ps@education.vic.gov.au

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ENROLMENTS OPEN MARCH 1ST AND CLOSE JUNE 24TH Prep classrooms will be open for viewing and tours will be provided to explore the school’s facilities. Lynbrook’s friendly teaching staff will be available on the day for any enquiries.

“Children will experience success every day and develop core values to assist them on their learning journey” Website: www.lynbrookps.vic.edu.au Facebook: facebook.com/LynbrookPS Twitter: twitter.com/LynbrookPS

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Knox Central Primary School /RFDWHG WZR PLQXWHV IURP :HVWÀHOG Knox Shopping Centre, Knox Central Primary School is a small school with a big heart that inspires curiosity and creativity in our students. We offer an engaging and caring learning environment for children from Foundation to Grade Six. Joining a school is a major milestone in your child’s life, and in your family’s too, and we look forward to warmly welcoming you into our school community.

Our school offers a vibrant and challenging curriculum, with extremely high standards and a focus upon achieving the learning goals of each individual child. We ensure that all students are supported, challenged and encouraged to be their best, by designing and providing targeted, differentiated learning programs.

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least 12 months of curriculum growth for each year of schooling. At Knox Central Primary School, we are IRUWXQDWH WR HQMR\ WKH EHQHÀWV RI D small school, which go far beyond the realms of just academic achievement.

Small schools present unique opportunities for social emotional growth, relationship building and high expectations both in and out of the classroom.

Arrange a personal tour of the school with our principal Lisa Burt, by calling RXU RIÀFH RQ RU HPDLOLQJ her directly at lisa.burt@education.vic. gov.au. You will experience the warm, nurturing feel of Knox Central and visit our spacious classrooms, STEM lab, gym, library and green screen studio, sensory garden and large play areas.

We look forward to sharing our school with you.

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Knox Central Primary School “Small school, big heart!”

Contact us on 9801 3289 to arrange your personal tour with our principal Lisa.

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Milgate Primary School MILGATE Primary School is a warm and friendly school community, located in East Doncaster.

Enjoying a rich multicultural community, Milgate’s school wide teaching philosophy is founded upon a commitment to empower students to ensure they will succeed as responsible global citizens and independent self-learners within today’s rapidly changing world - socially, emotionally, physically and academically.

As an accredited International Baccalaureate School offering the Primary Years Program, we provide a dynamic, inclusive learning environment that challenges students to become inquirers, thinkers and caring young people who are able to interact in the global society with respect and intercultural understanding.

Social and emotional learning is embedded across the curriculum and through partnerships with the school, parents and wider community developing student self-awareness, empathy and relationship skills as well as a sense of community and belonging.

Transition and Discovery At Milgate Primary School we have an extensive Transition Program that prepares our Foundation students for school. In addition to numeracy and literacy, we run a discovery play-based program which involves choice, promotes agency and provides opportunities for students to inquire into important concepts and personal interests.

We use the environment as the third teacher and through our different learning spaces students can investigate, problem solve, create and represent their learning in a variety of ways.

Facilities Situated within the peaceful and leafy Milgate Park Estate in East Doncaster, Milgate PS offers outstanding grounds and classrooms equipped with modern technology to support 21st century learners.

Our commitment to maintaining our facilities is evident when you enter our school grounds.

We take great pride in our school as we feel it represents the hard work and commitment of our learning community.

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gymnasium, synthetic soccer pitch, oval, outdoor courts and a vegetable and sensory garden.

Specialists Our Specialist programs provide rich learning experiences for all students at Milgate Primary School. The Visual Arts and Performing Arts programs allow students to express themselves creatively and celebrate their learning with the wider community through the Art Show and School Musical. Our Phys Ed and Outdoor Education program introduces students to fundamental motor skills, and progressively develops skills in camping, adventure activities and social interaction. The Mandarin Language program develops students’ language awareness and skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing Mandarin.

Enrolments at Milgate Primary School are open now for students starting Foundation next year. Please see our website for enrolment forms and procedures. Our virtual tour is also be available to view on our website. We welcome enquiries by email or telephone if you have any queries about enrolling your child at Milgate.

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Mount Eliza North Primary School Our Vision Mount Eliza North Primary School strives to create a community of learners who are empowered to inquire, achieve and contribute to the world around them.

About our School Mount Eliza North Primary School is an accredited International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program school (IB PYP).

The IB PYP develops active global citizens. We develop skills which enable students to become lifelong learners with positive attitudes towards learning. The IB program provides a concept driven, inquiry-based framework for teaching and learning which allows for every child to maximize their learning potential.

Sound evidence based practice underpins the teaching of Literacy and Numeracy at Mount Eliza North Primary School. Mount Eliza North Primary has maintained consistently high levels of achievement in these subject areas over many years.

Students acquire knowledge and apply understanding through high quality programs as well as extensive specialist classes including Physical and Outdoor Education, PMP, Performing and Visual Arts, Language Other Than English (LOTE) program and Library. Our students are also able to access individual or small group instructional lessons for instruments such as flute, clarinet, trumpet, saxophone, drums, guitar, violin, keyboard and singing.

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vast grounds provide ample provision for outdoor activities and Physical Education. The playground includes the Developmental Play Shed, an oval, synthetic turf soccer pitch and games area, an outdoor basketball/netball court, cubby houses, large sandpit, additional asphalt areas and purpose-built play equipment for each sub school. The school has a fullsize gymnasium with an adjoining music/band room complex.

“We are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in Learning and Wellbeing” At Mount Eliza North Primary School our outstanding NAPLAN results indicate that a large percentage of our students are consistently performing above the expected level. Our year 3 data reflects that between 2019 and 2021, 61% of students performed above standard in Numeracy, 75% performed above standard in writing and 80% performed above standard in reading. Our Year 5 data also reflects that 60% of students performed above standard in reading and achieved above state averages in Writing and Numeracy.

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Solway Primary School As Principal of Solway Primary School, I am extremely proud of our wonderful school community. Solway is at the centre of a connected community, actively involved with the school and valued for the generosity of time, energy and expertise that its members bring to the school.

‘OUR BEST ALWAYS’ Solway’s motto exemplifies the school’s work ethic and is reflected through the entire school community.

Our purpose is to challenge and stimulate all students to reach their full potential in a safe and supportive environment.

And they do - consistently achieving academic results above the state benchmarks in both English and Mathematics.

AN ENGAGING CURRICULUM All student learning needs are met through a developmental approach to curriculum delivery and differentiated classroom teaching programs. Extension opportunities and additional learning support is provided.

Solway engages its students through an Inquiry approach to learning and offers a 1:1 (Bring Your Own Device) iPad program. At Solway, we are committed to the development of globally aware, civically minded life-long learners. To achieve this, we recognise the importance of educating the ‘whole child’, which includes a strong emphasis on wellbeing.

School tours for prospective parents commence in March, at 9:30am on select days. Appointments are necessary and can be made through the School Office.

I encourage new families to visit the school and see for themselves the wonderful learning environment Solway has to offer. A transition program for new students awaits.

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MODERN FACILITIES AND SPACIOUS GROUNDS Solway Primary School boasts modern, flexible learning spaces and outstanding facilities for students and staff.

Our extensive and well-maintained grounds provide students with safe, fun and varied play spaces, including: • A designated Prep area with large shaded sandpit and playground • Plexi-paved netball and basketball courts • Mini soccer field • Wildlife corridor • Kitchen Garden STIMULATING SPECIALIST PROGRAMS Our students are encouraged and supported to explore their passions and extend their skills through specialist programs and enrichment activities.

• Performing Arts • Physical Education • Visual Arts • Japanese • Science • Library EXTRA CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES To support the school’s curriculum areas, some of the many programs offered include: • Swimming Classes • Tech Club & Robotics • Lego Club • Chess Club

• Art Extension Program • Hoop Time (Basketball) • Japanese Club • Singing Club • Instrumental Music Tuition • Camps • Student Leadership Program • Japanese Homestay Program SUSTAINABILITY Solway is incredibly proud to have achieved its 5-star sustainability accreditation and promotes the value of responsible energy use, water efficiency, waste management and environmental awareness through whole school programs and practices.

OUT OF SCHOOL HOURS CARE An accredited before and after school care program is conveniently located here at Solway Primary School, with extended hours to help you juggle work and home. www.teamkids.com.au

We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant school community.

To book a tour, phone 03 9813 9700 or email solway.ps@education.vic.gov.au For more information, please visit www.solwayps.vic.edu.au

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SPRING PARKS PRIMARY SCHOOL RESPECT - ENGAGEMENT - ACHIEVEMENT COMMUNITY - HOPE Spring Parks Primary School delivers every child, every opportunity for learning and excelling. We are proud of our Literacy and Numeracy programs which are our key priority areas. These aim to provide children with the best learning outcomes.

• Accessing robotics and STEM programs • Delivering, on average, more than a year’s growth in English and Maths • Supporting parents and families through needs based programs • Providing small class sizes with extra support staff in all learning spaces • Extending children’s social and emotional development

Spring Parks Primary School has demonstrated well above average gains for Numeracy in NAPLAN over the past 3 years

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Foundation 2023 Information Night Wednesday May 25th 2022 7 p.m. at West Campus or via an online platform https://eduvic.webex.com Meeting number: 2650 918 3109 • Password: spps5538

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Syndal South Primary School SYNDAL South Primary School is located within the City of Monash in Mount Waverley, in a leafy, park like setting. We sit in amongst the houses in a local neighbourhood. Many of our students come from families who speak a language other than English enriching the cultural diversity of the school.

At Syndal South Primary School we provide educational excellence through vibrant teaching and innovative learning programs in an affirming, secure and stimulating learning environment. We offer a cohesive and sequential program that reflects current research on how students best learn, developing all students’ capacity as learners through our commitment to quality teaching, personalised learning, and a differentiated curriculum.

Our curriculum is challenging and relevant and caters for the diverse abilities and needs within our learning community. We aim to develop in our students a love of learning, strong communication skills, the ability to be confident, responsible, creative, and critical thinkers and to be socially connected, independent and resilient.

We celebrate a history of strong academic achievement. We provide specialist programs in Science, Art, Music, Physical Education, LOTE (Japanese).

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In addition, we provide a varied range of enrichment opportunities, competitions, and programs to students of high potential and talent.

Instrumental tuition is available. Design and technology and digital technologies are integrated purposefully, and continuous improvement of student and teacher learning is embedded in our school culture, demonstrated by learning that is meaningful and rigorous.

Extracurricular opportunities are offered in academic, performing arts, visual arts, and sport.

All students are valued, and differences are accepted within an inclusive and supportive school environment; one which promotes selfesteem, collaboration, learner agency, and a strong student voice. Throughout the year, students participate in programs which practice and embed human values and encourage a sense of community and personal responsibility.

The school highly values education as a partnership of students, staff, parents, and the local and wider community. Parent participation in classrooms and extra-curricular activities is strongly encouraged and valued.

It is our ethos that every student has a successful, enriching, inspiring learning experience every day.

Syndal South Primary School Learning Together Towards Tomorrow

2023 ENROLMENTS are now open

To arrange a School Tour contact the school office 03 9802 5277 www.syndalsp.vic.edu.au email: syndal.south.ps@education.vic.gov.au 14 Montgomery Avenue, Mt Waverley Vic 3149 12502537-JW20-22

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Young children learn Math through play MATHEMATICAL Playworld is a new teaching model motivating young children to engage in mathematical problem solving. The model, developed by Dr. Liang Li and Dr. Leigh Disney of Monash University, was used in a recent study, published in the Mathematics Education Research Journal, to understand the most effective means of supporting young children’s maths learning in a play-based program.

Dr. Li says, ‘Early mathematics learning is a powerful predictor of children’s mathematics achievement in school and previous studies have shown that young children have significant capacities to learn and master mathematical concepts at a very early age.’

‘Past research indicates the importance of problem solving as a mathematical process yet there is little research on the ways young children engage and process this information. This particular study focuses on how young children process mathematics information through playbased problem solving in early childhood settings.’

Mathematical Playworld takes its lead from Conceptual PlayWorld, a model of intentional teaching developed by Laureate Professor Marilyn Fleer also of Monash University.

According to the researchers, ‘The playworld begins with a selected story, whereby children and adults build emotional connections with story characters before they collectively enter the playworld.’

‘Previous research shows imaginative play is the leading activity for pre-school aged children.

The world of imagination and storytelling enables children to imitate the roles of adults and to explore cultural knowledge, such as mathematical concepts, and develop their conceptual thinking.’

Mathematical Playworld engages the teacher as a co-player and co-creator in the collective ‘Playworld’ to motivate children to develop mathematical problem-solving skills. The study showed that children’s meaningful learning process can be improved by active engagement with teachers. As Dr. Li explains, ‘Teachers play a pivotal role as active co-players and co-creators engaging in the sustained shared collective imaginary situation with the children.’

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Mathematical Playworld engages the teacher as a co-player and co-creator in the collective ‘Playworld’ to motivate children to develop mathematical problem-solving skills. repeating patterns in play - found that, ‘Young children’s problem-solving process became personally meaningful for them in the Mathematical Playworld activity setting.’

The study builds on previous research which showed, ‘Exploring patterns in the early years is seen as an important introduction to algebraic thinking as children begin to notice similarities and differences between and among patterns, create rules to describe relationships, and eventually represent those relationships using symbols.’

According to the researchers, ‘The improvement of children’s mathematical thinking is achieved by the appropriation of cultural tools in meaningful contexts. Learning is embedded using narrative frameworks to dramatize the maths problem and engage children in the problem-solving process.’

In an initial engagement between teachers and students for the study, teachers chose to begin with the storybook, Room on a Broom (Donaldson, 2003) because they observed the children were very interested in stories about witches. ‘The teacher’s believed the story context would motivate the children whilst also linking closely to mathematical concepts, such as, “How much room on the broom?” The story evolved with the teachers and children both playing character roles and bringing the story to life. The teachers then dramatized an emotionally charged mathematical problem, i.e. “How many people can fit on the broom to go the witches’ party?” and the children were fully engaged in the mathematical problem solving.’

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Wantirna Primary School Our Vision WANTIRNA Primary School provides a safe, caring and supportive learning environment, encouraging students to become independent and confident lifelong learners. Our school is proud of its reputation of delivering a high quality, balanced educational curriculum for all students.

We actively promote social responsibility, resilience and tolerance and support each individual’s development of the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for success.

Our Programs In the classroom. All students access a broad range of knowledge, understandings and skills outlined in the Victorian Curriculum. High quality teaching, assessment and reporting provide the basis for the delivery of a high-quality curriculum for all students.

Learning stimulates children’s innate curiosity in a natural manner, which promotes challenge, satisfaction and joy. Our children learn in a positive environment that encourages co-operation, risk taking and effective communication between students and teachers.

Within this environment, students are expected to develop positive self-esteem, work co-operatively with others, take pride in their school and their work, value achievement and respect staff and other students. As a consequence of their educational experiences, students develop high self-esteem and connection to the school environment.

Our curriculum emphasises achievement in English and Mathematics. For optimum learning to occur, children need to develop confidence that results from high quality relationships between themselves and their teachers and a genuine partnership between parents and the school.

Parental involvement is encouraged in many areas such as classroom help, celebrations, open days, assemblies, learning expos, sporting activities, and school excursions and our Parents and Friends Association.

Specialist Programs Specialist learning areas for STEM, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education and Chinese Mandarin are provided. We provide a Before and After School Care Program through our partner CommunityOSH. Supplementary extra-curricular

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Our children learn in a positive environment that encourages co-operation, risk taking and effective communication between students and teachers. programs are offered at lunchtimes and after school and vary according to the needs and interests of our school community. Clubs such as gardening, chess, coding, basketball clinics and dance to mention a few.

A Community School Our school is committed to providing each child with a genuine sense of belonging, competence and worth. We believe that all children have the ability to learn and the right to reach their potential. Our teaching staff ensure that each child is accepted and catered for as an individual.

‘We value partnerships between school, home and community,’ shares Laura Caddy, Principal, ‘and provide a safe stimulating environment that is warm and inviting, yet also challenging, motivating and conducive to learning.’

Prospective parents are invite to get in touch to book a personalised school tour.

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Continued from page 60 The researchers, both with backgrounds as early childhood teachers, say the study was motivated by their own classroom observations and the belief that, ‘It is important children have a sense of ownership in their learning.’ Dr. Disney says, ‘The teaching of mathematics needs to focus on the process of problem solving rather than drill and practice of mathematical skills at an early childhood level. It requires a frame where children are part of the learning process as active and engaged learners and where teachers can imbed teaching practices in play.’

The study by Li and Disney was conducted over a seven-month period and based on observations of children and teachers interacting with the program in an early childhood setting.

‘One of the aims of the project was to explore how the Mathematical Playworld creates conditions that support children’s mathematical thinking and conceptual learning in play-based early childhood settings.’

‘The study contributes to understanding young children’s mathematical problem-solving processes in the collective imaginary situation by considering how learning processes become personally meaningful for children and by exploring teachers’ role in play for supporting children’s mathematisation.’

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The story evolved with the teachers and children both playing character roles and bringing the story to life.

The researchers say the teaching model, ‘Builds motivating conditions for young children to learn mathematical concepts in play and provides children with a solid foundation for entering the school environment.’

Li and Disney believe Mathematical Playworld has the potential to be a key learning tool for early childhood teachers within play-based settings.

They plan to extend their current successful study to include more early childcare settings.

Li, L. & Disney, L. (2021). Young children’s mathematical problem solving and thinking in a playworld. Mathematics Education Research Journal.

For more information or an interview, please contact Dr. Liang Li at Monash University at liang.li@monash.edu and Dr. Leigh Disney at Monash University at Leigh.Disney@monash.edu

Westall Primary School community values are: • Fairness • Kindness • Excellence • Creativity At Westall Primary School we believe all students have the right to equal access to a high quality education and that all students can achieve their potential through building strong partnerships between parents and teachers.

The school promotes educational activities and initiatives that help to create a learning environment that is engaging for students and integrates with the social and creative life of the community.

We place a high priority on developing our authentic, meaningful curriculum that includes; • Personalised learning involving student collaboration.

• Explicit teaching, time for practise, real life experiences and Inquiry learning.

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Contents Amsleigh Park Primary School .............................. 6 & 7 Ballam Park Primary School .................................... 8 & 9 Bayswater Primary School .................................... 10 & 11 Bayswater South Primary School ..................... 12 & 13 Beaconsfield Primary School .............................. 16 & 17 Belgrave South Primary School ................................... 19 Berwick Lodge Primary School ..................................... Front cover, 2 & 3 Boronia K-12 College ............................................... 20 & 21 Carrington Primary School ................................. 22 & 23 Celebrating 150 yrs of Public Education .......... 4 & 5 Cranbourne Primary School .............................. 24 & 25 Doveton College ........................................................ 26 & 27 Essex Heights Primary School .......................... 28 & 29 Fleetwood Primary School ................................... 30 & 31 Frankston Primary School ................................... 32 & 33 Glendal Primary School ........................................ 34 & 35 Grossek’s View ............................................................ 36 & 37 Harkaway Primary School ................................... 38 & 39

Highvale Primary School ..................................... 40 & 41 Hillsmeade Primary School ........................................... 43 James Cook Primary School .............................. 44 & 45 Knox Central Primary School ............................ 48 & 49 Lynbrook Primary School .................................... 46 & 47 Milgate Primary School ............... 50, 51 & back cover Mount Eliza North Primary School ................ 52 & 53 Puzzle pages ................................................................ 68 & 69 Solway Primary School .......................................... 54 & 55 Spring Parks Primary School ............................. 56 & 57 Syndal South Primary School ............................ 58 & 59 Victoria School Guides Website ................................. 18 Wallarano Primary School .............................................. 61 Wantirna Primary School ..................................... 62 & 63 Waverley Meadows Primary School .............. 66 & 67 Westall Primary School .................................................... 65 Young children learn Math through play ................................................... 60 & 64 Your child’s transition to school .................................. 15

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