From The Principal
As we observe SASS (School Administrative and Support Staff) Recognition Week, I want to take a moment to celebrate and acknowledge the invaluable contributions of our School Administrative and Support Staff. Their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering support are the backbone of our school’s daily operations and play a vital role in creating a positive and effective learning environment for our students.
This week offers us a special opportunity to thank our non-teaching staff members for their hard work behind the scenes- from managing administrative tasks to supporting student wellbeing and maintaining our facilities. Their commitment ensures that our school runs smoothly and that our students receive the best possible educational experience.
Please join me in recognising and appreciating the vital role our SASS team plays in our school community, yesterday we hosted a lunch to recognise and celebrate how valuable they are at GRPS. Their efforts truly make a difference every day.
Congratulations to Rose H in Year 1 for being selected as one of the winners of the Truck Art Competition! Rose’s creative entry promoting the important message "Food waste goes in the green bin" truly stood out. Well done, Rose, on your fantastic achievement and for helping to raise awareness about food waste recycling!
We would like to inform families that formal three-way conferences have not been scheduled for this term. However, parents and carers are always welcome to make an appointment with their child’s classroom teacher if they wish to discuss their child’s progress or have any questions.
Our teachers are committed to supporting every student and are available to meet with families throughout the year. We value your involvement and encourage open communication at all times.
We plan to reinstate formal three-way conferences next year, in Terms 1 and 3, to provide dedicated opportunities for students, teachers, and families to connect and share learning progress.
Thank you for your understanding and for your ongoing partnership in your child’s education.
Enrolments Now Open for 2026 School StartersIf your child is starting school next year, we are excited to announce that enrolments are now open. To secure your child’s place, please visit our school website and complete the online enrolment form as soon as possible. This helps our team to begin planning for the upcoming school year and ensures a smooth transition for your child.
If your family does not live within our school's local intake area, you can still apply by completing an out-of-area enrolment form available on the website. Please note that out-of-area applications are considered based on available space and specific criteria, so early submission is highly recommended.
Once your enrolment form is submitted, our staff will get in touch to arrange a pre-enrolment meeting. This meeting is an opportunity for you and your child to meet our team, ask any questions you may have, and discuss the enrolment process and what to expect in the first year of school.
We look forward to welcoming our newest students and families to our school community in 2026 and supporting them on their exciting learning journey!
If you have any questions or need assistance with the enrolment process, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office or visit our website for more information.
Kindergarten 2026 Transition
We are excited to invite prospective Kindergarten students for 2026 to our Kindy Transition Days! These sessions are a wonderful opportunity for your child to become familiar with our school environment, meet future classmates, and engage in fun learning activities.
Please mark these important dates in your calendars:
- Kindy Transition 1: 21 October
- Kindy Transition 2: 28 October
- Kindy Transition 3: 4 November
An online enrolment form must be completed prior to attending these sessions. We look forward to welcoming our new Kindy students and making these days memorable for everyone involved. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our Admin Team.
Celebrate the Legends: Join Us for Fathers & Great Blokes Day BBQ
We’re excited to invite all GRPS families to join the P&C in celebrating our Fathers and Great Blokes at the upcoming Breakfast BBQ on Friday, 5 September. The event will be held on school grounds from 7:30 to 9:00am- a wonderful opportunity to come together, enjoy a delicious meal, and acknowledge the important role these special people play in our community.
Please remember that tickets are required for everyone who wishes to eat and drink. Tickets are on sale now and can be collected on the morning of the event. Secure your spot here.
As this is a P&C- run event, a gentle reminder teachers will not be supervising students before 9am, so we kindly ask parents to look after their children during the breakfast.
Please see poster below.
Book Week Competition Winners: Future Publishers!
Congratulations to Finn R and Nicholas S for winning the recent Book of the Year competition by correctly predicting the CBCA Judges’ Book of the Year! We are thrilled to celebrate their achievement and as a special prize, both Finn and Nicholas will be joining a delicious Principal’s Morning Tea in the coming weeks. Well done!
Important Reminder: Student Supervision Starts at 9am
A gentle reminder to our school community: Supervision of students begins at 9am each day. For the safety and wellbeing of all, students arriving on-site before this time must be accompanied by an adult. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us keep our students safe.
Cyber Safety Information Session for Parents/Carers
Protecting our children in the digital world is an ongoing challenge for many Australian families. To support our parent community, we are pleased to host an important online education session with ySafe, Australia’s leading provider of online safety education.
This webinar will offer practical tips for keeping children safe online, insights into social media and gaming, guidance on managing screen time, and a step-by-step approach to creating a cyber-safe home for children of all ages.
If you’ve struggled with managing your child’s device use, have concerns about the games they play, or worry about excessive time online, this session is for you!
Join us online on Wednesday, 10th September. Please pre-register here.
We encourage all parents to take advantage of this valuable opportunity.
Kind regards,
Clare Baptist - Rel. Principal
