Welcome to Term Two at Coolbellup Learning Centre!
We’re off to a fantastic start to what promises to be an action-packed and exciting term!

The beginning of Term Two has been a busy one. We’ve warmly welcomed new students and their families into our community, as well as Mr Craig Beard, our new Primary School Principal. Our classrooms are also buzzing with the addition of new Practice Teachers.

In just a few short weeks, we’ve already commemorated ANZAC Day, celebrated our wonderful mums with the Mother’s Day Stall, and kicked off the always-busy report writing period.

Looking ahead, the next two weeks are just as full:

• National Sorry Day – Sunday, 26 May
• Parent Morning Tea – Wednesday, 29 May
• Staff Development Day (no student attendance) – Thursday, 30 May
• WA Day Public Holiday – Monday, 2 June

WA Student Assistance Payment – Now Open
The WA Government’s Student Assistance Payment is now open for applications. All Western Australian students from Kindergarten to Year 12 who are enrolled in a public or registered non-government school, or who are home-schooled, are eligible to apply.

• Kindergarten and Primary students: $150
• Secondary students: $250

Applications must be submitted by Friday, 4 July 2025, via the ServiceWA app. Please note you will need 100 points of ID to set up your account.

To complete your application, you’ll also need your child’s WA Student Number (WASN), which can be found on the front cover of their school report. If you can’t locate a copy, please contact the Centre on 9487 9502 and we’ll be happy to assist.
Late applications will not be accepted.

We look forward to a vibrant and successful Term Two with all the opportunities it brings for learning, growth, and community connection.

Warm regards,
Sarah

LA16- Newsletter

We are excited to welcome you back to a new school term filled with hands-on learning, creativity, and new opportunities to grow and explore.

In literacy, we’re diving into storytelling, exploring characters, settings, and building our vocabulary. We'll be practising reading comprehension, phonics, and beginning to write simple sentences and stories. Our class is also working on active listening and speaking skills through group discussions and show-and-tell.

Numeracy this term focuses on understanding numbers, counting strategies, recognising patterns and basic operations i.e. addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Through games and problem-solving activities, students will build their number confidence and enjoy exploring maths in everyday situations.

This term’s science theme is Earth and Beyond. We are learning about day and night, the weather, and the seasons. A highlight this week was exploring the concept of day and night, along with an exciting rain cloud shaving foam experiment that helped students understand how clouds hold and release rain. We’ll also explore how different types of weather affect the clothing we wear.

Cooking lessons are a fun and practical way for students to learn about measurement, following instructions, healthy eating, and teamwork. This term, we’ll be making simple, nutritious recipes and linking them to our learning in both maths and science.

This term in Visual Arts, our class will be engaging in creative projects that connect with important cultural and commemorative events. Our young artists will explore a variety of materials and techniques as they create meaningful artworks linked to ANZAC Day, Mother’s Day, Sorry Day, and NAIDOC Week. We’ll be working with paints, collage, drawing, and moulding clay to help students express their understanding of these events through art. Each activity is designed to foster creativity, cultural awareness, and individual expression.

We’re looking forward to a wonderful term of learning, discovery, and fun.

Next P & C Meeting

The next P & C meeting time and date is 27th of May at 2pm in the community room. If parents from the Learning Centre are available it would be lovely to have some represent us on the P&C. Membership is only a gold coin donation. 

Uniform Shop 

Please note the uniform shop is open Wednesdays, 2:45pm to 3:15pm.

Term 2 2025

Start time is 8.45am

No arrivals before 8.30am

Pick up time  is 3.00pm

Pupil Free Day in term two is Friday the 30th of May followed by a public holiday on Monday the 2nd of May.

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 5th of June

We currently have space for a community or parent representative. If you know someone who would be interested in joining our school council please ask them to email me- sarah.tower@education.wa.edu.au

Please share any thoughts you have, isues of concern or ideas for Information sessions in the feedback form attched.

Term Two 2025 PLanner 

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. 
• 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.