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What a busy start to term we have had! IEP meetings have been held - only a few to complete next week. Teachers are updating the IEPs based on discussions with you and these will be sent home soon. You will receive 2 copies - one to sign and return the other to keep. You may also make any additional amendments to the plan and return those marked on the IEP for alteration.
I would like to welcome two new students and their families to our school, Kelvin and Rufus. With these enrolments our school is almost full for the year.
Swimming lessons (PP-Yr6) are just around the corner - please send in your money and consent forms ASAP as we need to make up duty and attendance rosters for both the pool and for those remaining at school. Final date for money is Friday March 14th.
Also, please remember that if your child is going to swimming lessons in weeks 9 & 10 they will be off-site from 10.45am so no therapy will be taking place. (If the student is not swimming, I am happy for therapists to continue with their visit). Please share this information with your therapist/s.
Thank you to everyone who has returned their therapy request forms - we have started allocating sessions and therapy has begun for a number of students. We still have a few forms to collect - if you can send those in ASAP that would be greatly appreciated.
A majority of our students have taken quickly to our change to eating and play timing at recess and lunch. The new times are as follows;
These are the new bell times
Recess
10:45 Recess starts – Play time
10:55 Time to go to UCA to eat
11:05 Recess finishes
Lunch
1:05 Lunch starts – Play time
1:30 Time to go to UCA to eat
1:45 Lunch finishes
We have many new families in our school community this year and we thought it would be nice to welcome them with a morning tea. We also love the excuse to catch up with our long term parents and carers too of course. So, we are holding a Morning Tea on March 25th from 9-10am. It would be lovely to see as many of you at the event as possible- we promise to supply some yummy food to wash down with a cuppa. I have included an invitation and an RSVP in this edition -please let us know if you are coming along - I look forward to seeing you there.
Please remember that you can be involved in our school in many ways - via the P&C or by joining our School Council - please feel free to contact me if you are considering either of these roles. In addition, you can make suggestions and/or raise issues via the Schoolzine Newsletter's feedback option.
I know a few families have big things planned for this long weekend and I hope you all enjoy some quality family time.
Stay safe and have a fantastic long weekend!
Kind Regards,
Sarah
CLC Parent/Carer Morning Tea
Tuesday March 25th
9-10am
Join us for a cuppa some cake and a chat.
Meet new friends and catch up with familiar faces.
Please RSVP by Tuesday 18th
Using the link below.
Upload the Schoolzine App
The Schoolzine App for Coolbellup Learning Centre has some great features.
We encourage all families to download the App so that you do not miss any notifications from us.
- You will receive our Newsletter direct to your phone. We no longer send home paper copies.
- You can send us an absentee advice - no need to call the school
- We can send you urgent and/or important messages - direct to your email and the App on your phone.
The feedback we have received from parents using the App has been very positive - they like the fact they don't have to keep checking their emails.
Your family members can also download the App and access our Newsletters too.
Set your App to notify you when you get a new message.
Here are the instructions for downloading for iPhone and Android - it's very quick and easy.
LA3 Newsletter
Wow, what a start! We have been super busy in LA3 this term.
Literacy
We kicked off the term with some fantastic books! We started by reading The Dot by Peter Reynolds, followed by one of our favourite, Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin. In week three, we enjoyed Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister, and finally, in week four, we read Possum Magic. Our book wall is looking great with all these wonderful stories. We've also been learning about the "CH" sound and doing some fantastic reading. Our trips to the library have been a hit, and we love diving into new books.
Maths
In Maths, we've been working on measurement with Ms. Morrisson. We've been exploring concepts of longer and shorter, and some of us have been using tape measures and rulers to measure various objects. Additionally, we've been putting in a lot of effort to improve our understanding of place value.
Other Subjects
Our Art program has started with a focus on how colours mix, which has been very exciting. In Science, we had a blast watching how milk and dish soap react in our experiments. Cooking classes have been all about honing our knife skills, and in Social Skills, we've been working on sharing and playing with others. A big thank you to LA16 for joining us in these activities.
Stay tuned for more updates from LA3!
LA 16 Newsletter
We are thrilled to have 10 extraordinary, energetic, and enthusiastic Year 6 students in our class this year! It’s been wonderful to see them adjust so well to our structured daily routine and engage in a balanced academic program that promotes independence and accountability.
Literacy and numeracy remain the core foundations of our students' academic growth, equipping them with essential skills for success in all areas of learning, from problem-solving to communication. This term, our literacy program focuses on reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and creative writing. Numeracy activities emphasize hands-on learning with counting, problem-solving, and basic arithmetic, all aimed at strengthening these foundational skills and boosting student confidence.
We believe physical health is just as important as academic growth! Our daily fitness program, including stretching, running, and group games, keeps our bodies active and healthy. The Jiggle Jam fitness sessions have been the highlight this term, energizing students with fun dance routines and activities that promote coordination, teamwork, and physical fitness, all while keeping them cool and active on warm summer days.
We’re encouraging healthy habits through our "Crunch & Sip" program, where students enjoy a mid-morning break with fresh fruits from our garden beds, as well as additional fruits generously provided by our local Woolworths store. This initiative supports healthy eating and helps maintain focus throughout the school day.
In Chemical Science, students are diving into exciting hands-on experiments that explore materials, reactions, and the states of matter. This engaging approach sparks curiosity and deepens their understanding of the world around them.
Our classroom is also embracing digital technology, offering students a chance to explore educational programs like Starfall, Top Marks, ABCya, and Google Music Lab. These tools foster an interactive and engaging learning experience, broadening students’ understanding of digital technology in an enjoyable way.
Through our Community Access program, students participate in real-life experiences outside the classroom to develop essential social skills, build confidence, and connect with our local community. These activities encourage personal growth and create meaningful learning opportunities.
We’ve been focusing on fine motor and sensory skill development through activities that enhance hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and sensory processing. Students have been engaging in various hands-on exercises that are crucial for their overall development and well-being.
We are excited about the progress students are making in all these areas and look forward to more growth and learning as the term continues.
Next P & C Meeting
The next P & C meeting will be the AGM on the 25th of April at 1:30pm.
Uniform Shop
Please note the uniform shop is open Wednesdays, 2:45pm to 3:15pm.
Term 1 2025
Start time is 8.45am
No arrivals before 8.30am
Pick up time is 3.00pm
Parents/carers requiring adjustments to these times must speak with the Principal in advance.
- Please remember to let the school know if your child is away sick and include information on reason. You may do this via the Schoolzine App.
- Important information and updates on any changes will continue to be on the website or sent via the schoolzine App/newsletter/email/communication books.
- The Centre phone number is 9487 9502.
- Please do not phone the Primary School number.
- School Fees and charges can be paid by cash through the front office or via direct debt;
- Account:Coolbellup Learning Centre
- BSB: 016-267
- Account number: 3408-66353
- Students arriving late must be signed in via the front office before taking the student to class– They will be given a Late Note and then may be taken by the parent/Carer to their class.
- Collection earlier than 3.00pm will require an authorisation note from the office before parents/carers collect their child from their classroom. Staff will ask for a collection note.
- Students with ongoing, planned early departure or late arrivals due to Therapy etc. may be collected direct from the classroom - without an early collect or late arrival note once written confirmation of the changed times is recieved by the principal.
- Communication Books - it remains important for you to share information about your child's well-being etc via your Communication Book. Please continue to use this book to stay in touch with your teacher. Please remember to initial each entry, as will we, so we both know our messages are being read.
- Lunch Deliveries - If you need to drop off lunches etc please do so at the Admin office - we will ensure your child gets their food.
- Vacation Absences - If you choose to take your child out of school during term time for family reasons, holidays etc please make sure you make a written request to the Principal outlining the absence type and reason. Extended time out of school during term must be approved by the Principal in advance of the leave. You can provide the information in your child's Communication Boook or by email direct to the Principal at sarah.tower@education.wa.edu.au
- Therapy Changes - any changes to Onsite or Offsite Therapy times/days must be approved by the Principal.
- All Therapists must work in classrooms - this is a condition of their being onsite. It is also written into the Application document signed by therapists and parents. Session arrangements remain the same all year and don't require confirmations each term.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
CLC School Council Meeting
Our next meeting will be
Thursday 27th of March
Please share any thoughts you have, isues of concern or ideas for Information sessions in the feedback form attched.
School Council Ideas