general informationAbsences
If your child is going to be absent from school we would ask that you phone or text the school office before 8.45am each day to let us know. Unexplained absences will be followed up by a phone call following the roll call at 9am. Your co-operation in this matter will ensure the safety of all our children. |
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Leaving School
Should it be necessary for your child to leave the school during the day, please ensure the office and the class teacher is advised of this before the child leaves.
Should it be necessary for your child to leave the school during the day, please ensure the office and the class teacher is advised of this before the child leaves.
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School Hours
School day commences at 9am Morning Break: 11:00 - 11:20am Lunchtime: 12:40 - 1:25pm School finishes at 3:00pm, the buses leave at 3:05pm Before school and after school policy: Children should not be onsite until 8:30am and offsite by no later than 3:15pm. |
Lost Property
Please ensure that all clothing is clearly marked with your child’s name. Any items of clothing that are not labeled are put into the Lost Property Box, which is located in the school hall and may be checked for missing articles at any time. Items of value should not be brought to school.
The school accepts all care but no responsibility for lost property.
Please ensure that all clothing is clearly marked with your child’s name. Any items of clothing that are not labeled are put into the Lost Property Box, which is located in the school hall and may be checked for missing articles at any time. Items of value should not be brought to school.
The school accepts all care but no responsibility for lost property.
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All belongings are displayed from time to time and classes have the opportunity to view it. Unclaimed clothing is disposed of to charities at the end of each term.
Anything that is named is returned promptly, so it would be appreciated if all clothing could be clearly named. |
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Communication between Home and School
Woodlands School reports the progress and achievement of all its students in a variety of ways. From informal chats with teachers on a daily basis to portfolios of achievement (sent home Term 1 & 3). Also from twice-yearly parent-teacher interviews to mid & end of year written reports.
Other formal meetings may be arranged with your child's teacher by contacting the school office.
Communication will also take the following form:
1. School Newsletters will be sent home every week and a link emailed.
2. Website updated on a regular basis.
3. Facebook page, with posts and photos from events, school trips and classroom learning.
4. Board of Trustees news will be added to the school newsletter when necessary.
5. Learning Showcase Evenings. During the school year there will be some evenings for children to share their learning with parents/caregivers.
Woodlands School reports the progress and achievement of all its students in a variety of ways. From informal chats with teachers on a daily basis to portfolios of achievement (sent home Term 1 & 3). Also from twice-yearly parent-teacher interviews to mid & end of year written reports.
Other formal meetings may be arranged with your child's teacher by contacting the school office.
Communication will also take the following form:
1. School Newsletters will be sent home every week and a link emailed.
2. Website updated on a regular basis.
3. Facebook page, with posts and photos from events, school trips and classroom learning.
4. Board of Trustees news will be added to the school newsletter when necessary.
5. Learning Showcase Evenings. During the school year there will be some evenings for children to share their learning with parents/caregivers.
Sporting Opportunities
At Woodlands School we offer a variety of sports, the development of these sports relates directly to children's interest. Throughout the year we have the possibility of your child competing in Flippaball (Waterpolo), Touch, Football, Netball, Swimming, Hockey or Basketball. (The local Woodlands Rugby Club caters for rugby interests).
We also offer an annual School Ski Trip.
Information through newsletters will inform you of the sports available, teams and times.
At Woodlands School we offer a variety of sports, the development of these sports relates directly to children's interest. Throughout the year we have the possibility of your child competing in Flippaball (Waterpolo), Touch, Football, Netball, Swimming, Hockey or Basketball. (The local Woodlands Rugby Club caters for rugby interests).
We also offer an annual School Ski Trip.
Information through newsletters will inform you of the sports available, teams and times.
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Library
This facility gives children access to a large selection of books through class visits. Children are allowed a maximum of three books out at a time. If books are not returned in a reasonable timeframe and are not able to be located we will invoice parents for the books replacement cost. Once a month senior students also have access to the local Book Bus. |