Prep Enrolments for 2020

Dear Families,

All enrolment packs can be collected from the office during school office hours. Please contact the office should you require further assistance.

After School Music

DAN-SING – AFTER SCHOOL PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM

Dear Families

Expressions of interest are now being taken for the Term 3 2019 ‘Dan-sing’ after school program for term 3. This program is open to children in Grade 1 & 2 who love to sing and dance!  

The program is designed to develop confidence and self-esteem in a positive environment. We share singing as a whole group in conjunction with children taking part in smaller ensemble pieces. Children will also learn basic dance steps and simple movements to perform while singing. We explore a variety of songs from different styles of music to develop their appreciation of a wide range of music.   

After School Science Expression of Interest Term 3

Dear Parents and Students,

We are so excited to offer an After School Science Program that will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3.15pm – 4.15pm. The opportunity to participate is offered to students from grade 1 to grade 6.

A deposit of $30.00 will be required by Wednesday 26^th of June to allow time for the purchase of materials and to secure your child’s place in the program. The cost of each session will be $10.00 and there will be 9 sessions throughout the term. If would like to pay in full the cost is $120 including the deposit.

Please note that all payments need to be made in cash, NO BPAY and sent to Mrs. Kenny (LS7) or Miss Hruschka LS3).

Dates: Term 3 2019

Beginning week 1 of Term 3 and concluding in week 9

We will send home a letter if you are successful in your expression of interest. We will select students on a first in priority basis, so please get notes in as soon as possible. Please complete the attached form below to indicate interest and we will contact you.

Our school zone

Our school zone is available on findmyschool.vic.gov.au. Findmyschool.vic.gov.au hosts the most up-to-date information about Victorian school zones for 2020 onwards.

Students residing in this zone are guaranteed a place at our school, which is determined on the basis of your permanent residential address.

The Department provides guidance through the School Placement Policy to ensure that students have access to their designated neighbourhood school and the freedom to choose other schools, subject to facility limitations.

You can find more information and answers to frequently asked questions on the Department’s website under School zones.  

If you have a question about school zones call the Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA) Hotline on 1800 896 950 or email: vsba@edumail.vic.gov.au

Compass School Manager

Parents/Carers: When visiting Altona Primary School to help in the classroom, please be sure to sign in/sign out at the Compass Kiosk, which is situated at the front of the office. This is in case of an emergency at school, as we then know to look for you and ensure your safety while on the premises. 

Children's late arrivals: When dropping off your child/ren, parents must come to the office to sign their children in at the Compass Kiosk. If parents have entered the drop off on Compass themselves for their child's late arrival, the children must still come to the office to collect a late pass.

Children's early departures: Parents must always come to the office to collect their child early, even if you have entered it yourself on Compass. You can also enter the early departure at the Compass Kiosk.

Compass Communication: All communication between parents/carers and APS is now done via Compass. If you do not currently have the Compass App or are not sure how to use it, please call in or contact the office for assistance.

Visits from ex-students

Term 2 2019
We love to welcome back ex-students to Altona Primary School, and have a few guidelines to ensure the visits work well for all concerned.
Returning Students are asked to:

• Pre-arrange their visit  with individual teachers
• Sign in at the general office on arrival and sign out on departure
• Not use mobile phones whilst on the premises.
• Not leave the school grounds without signing out.
• Follow the school rules and enjoy their time visiting Altona Primary School

Children who have not pre-arranged their visit will not be able to attend on that day.

Visit times are now 11.30am - 1.30pm.

Lost Property

Dear Families,

Our School's Website is Mobile Friendly

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