As we head toward the second half of term 4 we are beginning to plan for the 2026 school year, looking at staffing and class structures.  In a school our size each student number impacts our staffing allocation which then impacts what classes we can offer next year.  If you or someone you know are changing their plans for 2026 (may not be here or are moving into the area) please contact the School Office so we make sure we do the very best we can for the benefits of all students here.

Once we have class structures finalised we then start looking at student placement which takes into consideration teacher judgement and observations about:

• The needs of the child (educational, social, emotional and behavioural)
• The balance of student abilities within the class

We value the support of our parent community and give you the opportunity to provide information, in writing, which you believe the school needs to know that will help in placing your child for 2026.  Please email or send a letter to myself of your request by Friday 21st November.  All information will be kept confidential.

If you would like to have a conversation about this I am very happy to meet to chat.  Please check with the School Office to make a time or I am always out and about before school each day.

Mrs Leanne Smith
Principal

Friday 31st October marked the recognition of ‘Day for Daniel’. Day for Daniel is a national event dedicated to child safety education and awareness.  The theme for this year was ‘how to be safe online’.

During wellbeing lessons we examined the importance of being safe online.  We watched a cartoon about a young child who encountered some challenges while playing an online game. We discussed the challenges and what they could have done differently to support online safety.

For further information and resources for parents, you can visit www.danielmorcombe.com.au and www.esafety.gov.au/kids

ptunarra Child and Family Learning Centre - November