NPPS Back to School Newsletter january 2024

Principal's Message

Welcome back to a new school year. I am thrilled to reconnect with our students, parents, and staff as we embark on another exciting journey of learning and discovery. Our dedicated team has been working diligently to prepare for the upcoming academic year, ensuring a positive and enriching experience for our students.

We are thrilled to announce we are officially entering the 125th year of our wonderful school. To commemorate this remarkable journey, we invite all our students, alumni, families, and friends to join us at our special Anniversary Fair on Saturday 16 March. This promises to be a day filled with fun, nostalgia, and a celebration of the rich history that has shaped our school into what it is today. We encourage you to mark this special occasion on your calendar and spread the word among friends and family. Let's come together to celebrate 125 years and create more great memories in the history of North Perth Primary School.

I look forward to a fantastic school year filled with achievements, growth, and memorable moments. Here's to a year of learning, collaboration, and success.

P&C Welcome Back BBQ

Classes and Educators 2024

We are pleased to extend a warm welcome to the latest additions to our team at North Perth Primary School this year.

  • Amanda Haines – Music Specialist
  • Sarah Lee – Year 1 Teacher
  • Olivia Egan – Year 3 Teacher
  • Cheryl Cullen – Education Assistant
  • Kimberley D'Silva - Pre-Primary Teacher (Wednesday)
  • Kuki Chatora - K/P Teacher (Wednesday)
  • Wini Zakria – Student Wellbeing Officer (Tuesdays and alternate Fridays)

Parent Information Sessions

To facilitate a seamless beginning to the school year, there will be parent information sessions held for each year level during Weeks 2-4. These sessions aim to provide parents with comprehensive school-wide information, along with specific details related to your child's classroom. Teachers will communicate dates and times with you.

Please be aware that the proposed industrial action by the State School Teachers Union of Western Australia may have an impact on these meetings. We will keep you informed of any developments.

Key Upcoming Dates

  • Wednesday 31 January - Students commence
  • Friday 9 February - First whole school assembly (Year 6 student leaders announced)
  • Friday 16 February - Year 4-6 Swimming Carnival - Beatty Park
  • Monday 19 February - 5.00pm - School Board Meeting
  • Monday 26 & Thursday 29 February - School Photos
  • Monday 4 March - Labour Day Public Holiday
  • Saturday 16 March - 125th Anniversary Fair 2.30pm - 8.00pm
  • Wednesday 13 March - Friday 22 March - NAPLAN Year 3 & 5
  • Thursday 28 March - Term 1 concludes

2024 Term 1 Planner

Some Key Dates for Later in the Year

  • Wednesday 24 April - ANZAC Ceremony
  • Friday 19 July - Kindy 2025 applications close
  • Friday 30 August - Athletics Carnival Year 1-6
  • Wednesday 4 September - Early Childhood Sports Day
  • Monday 14 October to Wednesday 16 October - Year 6 Camp at Woodman Point
  • Wednesday 27 November - Night of Celebration
  • Monday 9 December - Year 6 Graduation Ceremony