Dear Families,

I would like to extend a huge thank you to our wonderful community members, for your support of the school, participation and support of the events and celebrations held this term.  I would also like to sincerely thank the staff at MWPS for your dedication and commitment for providing a dynamic and engaging curriculum, so that our students thrive.

The following lists many of the events and celebrations across Term One, it’s been busy and productive:

Connect to School Program (Week One); Parent Teacher Conferences; Started ‘The Resilience Project’ (Whole school Monday mornings); Started the SPARK (cross age program run fortnightly – Friday afternoons); Whole Staff Curriculum Day on ‘Skilled Feedback’ with CT-Ed; Weekly School Tours for 2026 Foundation (started and running until late May); New School Council formed – Nicole Clowes remaining as President; NAPLAN testing for Years Three & Five – completed; Inclusive Classroom Training for staff; Junior School Cross Country; Senior School Interschool Sports; Regional Swimming Sports; Year Four Camp – Oasis; Grip Student Leadership Conference; Kaboom Tabloid Day; School Photos and Harmony Day.

Harmony Day – What a fabulous day our students enjoyed for our multicultural Harmony Day on Thursday April 3^rd. Students were able to join in with a variety of tasks, learning about other cultures and enjoying sharing knowledge about their own culture. Many thanks to all the families who supported the event by helping students with their outfits and attending the concert in the gym. A special thanks to Ms. Bonacci and Ms. Wilcox for organising the day.

Junior Cross-Country – Another recent event was the Junior School Cross Country, held on Thursday 27th April.  It was a fantastic event and students gave their best. Thanks to all the staff and families who helped out and Ms. Newbury for the organisation and running of the event.

2026 Prep Enrolments – Tours for the 2026 Foundation enrolments, have been running since the start of March – with large interest from prospective families.  These tours are run after recess (11:30am each Tuesday) and will continue until late May – school holidays not included. For families that are interested in enrolling their child in Prep at Mount Waverley Primary School in 2026, please see the information below. 

How to enrol at Mount Waverley Primary School:

• Digital enrolments for Foundation/Prep 2026 open online on Tuesday 22 April 2025.  
• Please click here to submit your digital enrolment after Tuesday 22 April 2025.
• Enrolment applications need to be submitted (for Foundation/Prep 2026) by Friday 25 July 2025.
• You will be notified of the outcome of your application between Monday 28 July and Friday 8 August 2025. If you receive an enrolment offer, you should accept the offer by Friday 22 August 2025. Please note – all in zone student enrolments will be immediately accepted on receipt of student enrolment.
• We will invite families to participate in our Foundation/Prep 2026 Transition programs, starting in Term Four, 2025.
• For further information, from the Department of Education, about enrolling in Foundation/Prep for 2026 please click here.  

Pupil Free Days / Public Holidays in Term Two:

• 21^st April, Monday (Easter Monday – Public Holiday)
• 25^th April, Friday (ANZAC Day – Public Holiday)
• 6^th June, Friday (Pupil Free Day – Teachers only at school)
• 9^th June, Monday (Kings Birthday – Public Holiday)

COMPASS Calendar – Please note that the calendar on compass has all known dates for the remainder of the 2025 school year. We add dates as soon as we know them.

Happy Holidays - After a very busy and productive term, we hope you can find time to relax and enjoy the company of your family and friends. 

Campbell McKay

Principal

Why It Is Important to Work Together for Student Wellbeing 

Understanding Student Behaviour 

Student behaviour is a complex matter influenced by a variety of factors, including emotions, past experiences, social dynamics, and developmental stages. Addressing behavioural concerns requires time, patience, and a tailored approach that considers the individual needs of each student. At MWPS, we take a proactive and restorative approach to student wellbeing, focusing on helping students understand the impact of their actions, develop empathy, and repair relationships where needed. 

Our Restorative Approach 

Rather than focusing solely on punishment, a restorative approach encourages students to take responsibility for their actions and engage in meaningful conversations about how their behaviour affects others. This approach fosters a sense of accountability and helps students develop conflict resolution skills that will serve them well beyond the school environment. Through guided discussions, reflection, and support from teachers and wellbeing staff, students learn to manage their emotions, resolve conflicts constructively, and build positive relationships with their peers. 

Supporting Self-Regulation Skills 

One of the key areas of student wellbeing is self-regulation—the ability to manage emotions, thoughts, and behaviours in different situations. Many students require explicit teaching and guidance in developing these skills. At MWPS, we integrate self-regulation strategies into our daily routines, including mindfulness activities, structured reflection time, and the use of positive behaviour supports. Families can also reinforce these skills at home by helping children recognise their emotions, set personal goals, and practice calming strategies when faced with challenges. 

Working Together for a Positive School Experience 

The journey to building strong, resilient, and well-adjusted students takes time and commitment from all of us. By fostering open communication, showing patience, and reinforcing positive strategies both at home and at school, we can create a supportive environment where every student feels empowered to grow and succeed. 

If you have any concerns or questions about your child's wellbeing, please reach out to their classroom teacher or the school leadership team. Together, we can continue to nurture a community where every child feels safe, supported, and ready to learn. 

Warm regards, 

Ramya Deepak Kumar 

Assistant Principal – Student Wellbeing and Student Led Learning 

Mount Waverley Primary School 

Hello Parent Community,

There are some upcoming events that the PAF are running.  

Please sign up via the links below.  All volunteers need a WWC check so please forward a copy to the School Office.

Thank you,

Parents and Friends

Mother’s Day Morning Tea - Wednesday 7th May
We will need some helpers to help prepare the food the afternoon before the event and serving the mum’s and their kids on the morning of the event.
https://forms.gle/n7b3mrTn4KXEftvv9


Mother’s Day Stall - Wednesday 7th May - Friday 9th May
We will need some helpers to help with setting-up, running and packing up the stall.
https://forms.gle/HJSe43pChi7YgUuh6


Book Fair - 5th, 6th, 7th, 12th, 13th, 14th of May
We will need 2-3 helpers to manning the sales tables, taking payments, writing receipts, taking orders, helping students find books, keeping the books and displays organised and keeping an eye on things generally.

https://forms.gle/FqUR6cvJf1w9BgvP6

Election Day Sausage Sizzle
Keep your eyes peeled... but when election is called, we are looking to run a sausage sizzle on voting day!


If you have any queries, please feel free to email mwpspaf@gmail.com

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