School Newsletter Week 4 Term 1
From the Relieving Principal
Parent Information Sessions
This week we have been running our beginning of the year parent information sessions for parents and carers to come along, meet the teacher and find out about class programs and routines. If you couldn't make your child's session, please email the office if you'd like a copy of the teacher's presentation.
NAPLAN 2025
Each year the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is undertaken by students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. Students will participate in tests for writing, reading, conventions of language (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and numeracy.
NAPLAN 2025 will take place from Wednesday 12 March to Monday 24 March.
NAPLAN is just one part of our school learning assessment program. The tests assess literacy and numeracy skills your child is already learning at school.
In preparation for NAPLAN, our school will undertake activities to help students become familiar with the format and functionality of the online tests. These activities are not an assessment of student ability and will not be marked. Excessive preparation for NAPLAN is not required nor recommended.
If you have any questions about NAPLAN, please contact your child’s teacher and further information is available via the link below.
Kiss and Go School Zone
As a reminder to our current families and a heads up to our new ones, the area in Warners Ave outside the school operates as a No Parking zone during the hours of 8.30am - 9.30am and 2.30pm - 4.00pm.
This means you can stop for less than 2 minutes if you stay within 3m of your vehicle if you're dropping off/picking up passengers, or loading/unloading goods.
The zones are designed for quick entry and exit, to minimise congestion and confusion, and to give all families the chance to drop off/pick up safely and quickly.
Fines are hefty - expect to pay $227 and lose 2 demerit points if you disobey the rules.
If you need more time to walk your child in and help them settle, please consider walking from home or parking legally in the surrounding streets and walking your child the rest of the way.
Week 4 Update
Code Club
Code Club will commence this term in Week 6 and is available for students in Years 1-6. The Year 1 & 2 session is on Thursday mornings at 8:00 am with Miss Taylor and the Year 3-6 session is on Friday mornings at 8:00 am with Ms Bamforth.
Premier's Reading Challenge
Supporting Stewart House – A Tradition of Giving
Your child will have brought home an envelope this week for you if you would like to make a donation to Stewart House. It can be as little as a $2 coin or you can use the QR code on the envelope to make an online donation.
For nearly a century, public schools across NSW and the ACT have been instrumental in supporting Stewart House provide life changing experiences for children in need. Every year 1600 school children from disadvantaged backgrounds attend Stewart House on Curl Curl beach for a free 12 day stay where they are provided with dental, optical, hearing and medical screening and treatment.
Sport
Year 3-6 Swimming Carnival
We had a beautiful day for our swimming carnival last Thursday at Maroubra. It was great to see students swimming and those representing their houses, cheering along in the grandstand. Congratulations to the students who have qualified for the zone carnival. Parents will be notified shortly with more information about the date, venue and cost.
Freeman edged out Mills to take first place this year. Well done to all our students who participated either swimming or cheering and thank you to the parents who came along to support their children and assist the teachers throughout the day.
Year 3-6 PSSA Sport Trials
A reminder that PSSA winter sports trials will be held on Tuesday 25 February. Students can choose one or two sports to try out. They will make their selections in class on a Google form. Information on the trials and how they will be conducted is attached here. The sports are Rugby League, netball, girls soccer and mixed soccer.
Please note that PSSA teams have only limited places and will incur a cost as well as some minor safety equipment such as mouth guards and shin pads. Students who are not selected will have other options to choose from. More information about the sports available will be released later this term after PSSA selections have been finalised.
PSSA sport will run on Fridays commencing in Term 2 Week 2 until Term 3 Week 6 (9 May- 29 August) excluding school holidays.
Music 2025
School Band
Band starts tomorrow morning at 8am.
If you haven't joined already and would like to, please follow this link or use the QR code to find out more. Don't miss out on this enriching musical experience!
Join the BBPS Recorder Ensemble 2025
Just a reminder recorder ensembles have started for students in Years 2-6.
If you haven't signed up, there is still time. Register here or contact Mr West at school for any enquiries about the program.
Choir
A reminder to all keen singers in Year 3-6 who are would like to join the BBPS Choir, rehearsals are on Tuesday mornings at 8.05am. Meet Cassy at the back playground gate at 8.00am sharp.
Our choir has a wonderful yearly involvement with many local civic events, including Festival of the Winds and Carols by the Sea. We have already been invited to perform at the ANZAC DAY Dawn Service at North Bondi RSL. This is an amazing event with over 3000 people gathered together.
P&C
2025 Welcome BBQ Friday 14 March
Join us at the 2025 Welcome BBQ; Bondi Beach Public School’s annual tradition of welcoming our new Kindy families and all new families of the school.
The event is hosted by the P&C, with help from The Hive, and organised by an awesome group of Year 1 parent volunteers. There will be a FREE sausage sizzle, live music, games, and entertainment.
Please join us on Friday 14 March from 5pm on the front lawn for an evening of fun!
Class WhatsApp Groups
Just a quick reminder to scan and complete the form for your class WhatsApp groups, you can find the posters on the Warners Ave fence until Thursday. I encourage you all to complete the signup form as it makes things infinitely easier for your class parents and teachers and it limits the confusion of having multiple groups and scattered school information.
2025 Class Parent WhatsApp Groups Form
Thanks to all those who have already completed the quick form. On the form you will see you have the opportunity to self nominate to be the Class Parent Representative for your child's class. This is a great way to get to know other parents and your child’s teacher, and be involved in the school community. You are supported by the Class Parent Coordinator, which is actually me, your President.
If you think you might be interested in this role for 2025 please do put your hand up (via the form) and we will be in touch later this week. If you would like to read more about the role look here Class Parents on P&C website.
First P&C Meeting for 2025 will be Tuesday 25 February at 7pm.
Canteen
Change Classes on Qkr!
New school year means new classes, a reminder to please update your child's 2025 class on Qkr! to ensure their lunch order is delivered to the correct class.
Community Notices
Kids Giving Back
Well done to Annabelle A, Nika F, Isla F, Emmeline H, Joshua J-P, Juliet J-P, Luke L, Chloe L, Samuel P, Sunny R, Frida S, Hannah S and Sarah T. These students were among 1170 young people who contributed to making over 6500 meals, breakfast boxes, snack packs, and care packs for vulnerable communities across Sydney. They also wrote thoughtful, encouraging messages to be shared with those in need.
Their kindness, leadership, and willingness to serve truly embody the values of generosity and community spirit. Your commitment and contribution was much appreciated. For further information on volunteering please click here.