Dear Thornhill Park families,
Term 4 is in full swing, with plenty happening across every year level. Please take your time to read through the newsletter.
Reminder: no school Monday 2 and Tuesday 3 November
There will be no school for students on these two days. Students return on Wednesday 4 November.
The school will be closed on Monday for a staff Curriculum Day and the Tuesday is the Melbourne Cup Public Holiday.
Enjoy the extra long weekend!
Prep 2027 transition program
We are delighted to welcome our 2027 Prep students and families to Thornhill Park. Our transition sessions help children become familiar with their classrooms, teachers and new friends, so the first day of school feels exciting rather than daunting.
We have had two transition mornings already in Week 2 (16th October) and another today (23rd October) with the final prep transition happening on Friday the 6th of November.
How to help your child get ready for school at home:
– Talk positively about starting school and visit the school grounds together
– Practise independence skills: opening lunchboxes, using the toilet, putting on shoes and jumpers
– Read together every day and share stories about school
If you know of a family with a child starting Prep in 2027 who has not yet enrolled, please encourage them to contact the office.
State-wide Step Up Day: Tuesday the 8th of December
On State-wide Step Up Day, every student in Victorian government schools spends time with the class and teacher they are moving into for 2027. At Thornhill Park, students will meet their 2027 teacher and classmates and take part in getting-to-know-you activities.
Grade 6 students will attend orientation at their allocated secondary college for the day.
Students in Prep to Grade 5 will step up into their 2027 classrooms at school.
Building works and disruptions
Building works are continuing at the school and have impacted the play space. You will note some areas of the school are fenced off and out of bounds. Thank you for your patience while we improve our school.
Grade Prep, Grade 1 and 2 Swimming Program at Bright Waves, Melton
Our Prep to Grade 2 students take part in a swimming and water safety program at Bright Waves in Melton from. Our Grade 1 and 2 students have participated in the past fortnight with our preps completing the program next week. Learning to swim and stay safe around water is a vital life skill, and this program is part of the Victorian Curriculum Health and Physical Education.
What to pack each swimming day:
– Bathers worn under school uniform (or packed in a named bag)
– Towel, goggles and a plastic bag for wet items
– Underwear and a change of clothes
– Everything clearly labelled with your child’s name
Other upcoming events include:
Thursday 29th October – Year 5/6 Maths Games
Thursday 29th October – Menstrual Health & Pelvic Pain Education Session (YEAR 6 STUDENTS ONLY)
Friday 30th October – Halloween Dress Up Day
Monday 2nd November – Curriculum Day (Student Free Day)
Tuesday 3rd November – Melbourne Cup Public Holiday
Wednesday 4th November – Year 3/4 Cricket Competition at Aintree PS
Thursday 12th November – Year 3/4 Soccer (selected students only)
Monday 16th November – Thursday 19th November – Glasses for Kids
Wednesday 18th November till Friday 20th November – Year 3/4 Lady Northcote Camp
Friday 27th November – House Spirit Day
Wednesday 9th December – Year 6 Graduation (4pm till 6pm)
Friday 11th December – Year 6 Big Day Out at Funfields!
Friday 18th December – Last Day of Term 4 (early finish at 12:30pm)
Thank you, as always, for your support.
Mr. Bartlett, Assistant Principal