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Coronavirus - Department of Education statement

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 18:55:25 AEDT

The department is working with the Ministry of Health to monitor and respond to the unfolding international novel coronavirus situation.

Get up-to-date information about the department's response to novel coronavirus.

#Ready2020 – a great year starts here

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 13:06:20 AEDT

Starting school is a big moment in a child’s life. Here’s how to make the most of it.

We can’t wait for you to join us for a great year – the first step towards a lifelong love of learning.

Visit the department’s primary school resources for hints, tips and checklists to make a great start to the new school year, whether your child is starting Kindergarten or Year 6.

You’ll find:

Getting ready for primary school booklet – everything you need to be #Ready2020
Daisy’s First Day – the story of Daisy the koala’s first adventure at Kindergarten
advice from teachers – they’ve been through this before.

Video – #Ready2020: First day of Kindy

Duration – 1:00

Staying healthy into the new school year

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 16:20:33 AEDT

Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way to protect your family from harmful diseases this holiday season and into 2020. Visit your doctor for general health and vaccination advice.

Immunisation not only protects you and your family but also others in your community, by reducing the spread of preventable diseases.

Children starting school in 2020 must have up-to-date immunisations to enrol.

These vaccinations help protect children from highly infectious and severe diseases including whooping cough and measles.

Travel health

If you’re travelling overseas during the school holidays, you may need vaccinations or medication – both for general health protection and for region-specific diseases.

If you’re travelling to the Northern Hemisphere, you may even need a flu shot.

Find out more about staying healthy while travelling.

NSW schools respond to bushfires

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 16:47:44 AEDT

Many schools are responding to the catastrophic fire rating that is affecting communities across the state this week.

We are continuously updating the School safety page with a list of government and non-government schools, as well as TAFE NSW campuses that are currently non-operational.

While some schools are temporarily non-operational due to localised fires, many others in high-risk areas are non-operational as a precautionary measure.

Schools in some areas are being used as emergency evacuation centres at the direction of the Rural Fire Service.

For schools that are currently operational, school pickups and dropoffs will continue as usual. If your school is currently non-operational, it will likely remain so tomorrow.

Large scale distressing events affect our school communities in many ways. Headspace’s mental health support resource (PDF 100.52KB) is available to help students, teachers and school staff respond to the bushfires.

Visit the School safety page for updates. The department’s Facebook and Twitter accounts will also provide updates during this period.

Grab a ticket to Schools Spectacular 2019

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 14:15:28 AEDT

Will you be joining us at Schools Spectacular 2019? Tickets are on sale now. Experience our live show featuring a cast of thousands of public school students from across metropolitan, rural and remote regions of NSW.

Students from different ages, cultures and backgrounds will share the spotlight as they dance, play and sing for you. Choose from one of our four massive performances at Qudos Bank Arena on Friday 22 November and Saturday 23 November.

This year's events will feature:

more than 380 schools
5,500 performers
a 3000-strong choir
2,300 dancers
an 80-piece symphony orchestra
a world-class stage band.

Group bookings

Need to make a group booking for over 10 people? Complete the Schools Preview Order Form 2019 (PDF 110KB) to attend the discounted 11am Friday matinee. The Friday matinee is discounted for school students and accompanying teachers.

If you’d like to grab a spot at one of the other three remaining shows complete the Group Booking Form 2019 (PDF 110KB).

Tickets for you and your family and friends

Save you and your family a spot online or by phone on 132 849.

Video – Schools Spectacular 2019

Duration: 0:26

Have your say on before and after school care

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:34:25 AEST

We want to better understand your needs for before and after school care in NSW.

Have your say today on before and after school care.

Fill out the survey by Service NSW to share your specific care needs and to register interest to stay informed of new developments.

Your input will provide insights into where there are gaps in service availability and help us to deliver extra places where they are needed.

You can also contact the team responsible for rolling out the before and after school care commitment at BASCreform@det.nsw.edu.au.

Book yourself in for Reading Hour

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 11:21:11 AEST

This Australian Reading Hour, encourage your child to discover or rekindle their love of a good book. Take the time to learn, escape and relax on Thursday 19 September and read for one hour.

Get involved at home

Join in at home and read your child a bedtime story. Studies show that reading a bedtime story six days a week can give kids almost a year’s head start when they begin school. Reading has also been shown to develop empathy, promote critical thinking and help children find a sense of self.

Join in from the classroom

Bestselling children’s author and illustrator Matt Stanton will broadcast live to primary school children across the country from the Sydney Opera House on Tuesday 17 September. We invite schools to register for the livestream of this free event.

Stanton’s author talk is among more than 140 events happening across the country involving more than 50 authors.

Take the Book Swap Challenge

We all have favourite books that we come back to again and again.

To help celebrate Reading Hour take our Book Swap Challenge. We want students, teachers, staff and parents to try reading something new on the day. To get involved, simply pair up with someone and swap your favourite books.

Take a photo and tag it with #ReadingHour so we can see how you got involved.

Video – #ReadingHour authors talk about their favourite place to read

Duration: 0:38

Looking for a good spot to open a book? We asked authors Benjamin Law, Morris Gleitzman, Jacqueline Harvey and Mick Elliott about their favourite place to read.

How to be smart and safe on social media

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:39:50 AEST

Use our new Digital Citizenship toolkit to empower your child to understand how their online behaviour affects themselves and others.

You and your child can find information on:

how to ‘be positive’ by understanding online behaviour and its effect
'be smart’ by thinking critically and being digitally aware
'be safe’ by protecting your security, privacy and wellbeing.

A toolkit to empower you and your child

You can find articles and videos to equip and empower your child to minimise the risks and maximise the opportunities in our digital future.

We’ve partnered with leading researchers to produce a curated toolkit – aligned to the curriculum – which teachers and you can share with the young people in your lives.

Guide your child through important concepts such as:

managing privacy settings in social media
collaborating online
avoiding scams and hoaxes
understanding the law when it comes to online speech
Internet banking, shopping online and much more.

Keep your child safe and happy online

Visit and bookmark the Digital Citizenship website. We’ll continue to add articles and resources to ensure the best possible tools are available to help you guide your child to be positive, smart and safe online.

Influenza A Symptoms

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 10:51:39 AEST

INFLUENZA A SYMPTOMS

If you have influenza, you will have some or all of these symptoms:

fever and chills
headache and muscle aches
feeling tired and weak
sneezing, and stuffy or runny nose
sore throat and cough

Children may also have abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting.

It's a bit like a very bad cold, but a cold doesn't usually give you aches and pains.

If your symptoms get worse instead of better, it's best to see a doctor. You should also get help straight away if you feel chest pain, short of breath, dizzy or confused, or you are vomiting a lot.

Influenza A treatment

If you have influenza, you are likely to get better within a week or so by:

resting in bed
taking mild pain killers to relieve your pain
drinking plenty of liquids
eating light foods, when you're hungry

In some people, the flu can be severe and lead to serious complications like pneumonia. This is mostly likely to affect the very young, the elderly, pregnant women, Indigenous people, and people with chronic health problems.

If this sounds like you, your doctor might give you antiviral treatment to reduce your symptoms and prevent complications.

Preventing influenza A

Influenza spreads very easily from one person to another. If you have influenza, you should stay at home while you're sick, cover your face when you sneeze or cough, and regularly wash your hands.

If you are around someone with influenza, you can help avoid getting sick by regularly wiping surfaces they touch (use a cleaning cloth with detergent) and washing your hands.

It may help to get a yearly vaccination against influenza, before winter. The vaccine is particularly recommended if you are at risk of complications of influenza, or if you live or work with people at high risk of getting the flu.

Should I keep my child home from school?

Here’s a list of common childhood illnesses, including Influenza A, and their recommended exclusion periods.

Is it a cold or the flu?

View this infographic to identify cold or flu symptoms and debunk the most common myths.

Kindergarten Orientation Dates

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 12:02:56 AEST

Kindergarten Orientation

Parent Info Session September 11 at 9.30am

Education Week – Every student, every voice

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 14:02:40 AEST

We are celebrating our students and their powerful voices this Education Week Monday 5 August to Friday 9 August. Every year Education Week celebrates the achievements of public schools, our students and the value of public education.

This year, the theme is Every student, every voice.

Join us for #EdWeek19 as we celebrate our students and their power to shape the world.

Video – #EdWeek19 – Every student, every voice

Duration: 0:34

Creative and Active Kids vouchers now available

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 11:34:55 AEST

Creative kids can now put a $100 voucher towards extra-curricular creative activities outside of school.

Together with Active Kids, this program aims to encourage more NSW children to participate in a range of extra-curricular activities such as coding, languages, circus, performing arts and visual arts.

Parents can apply for one $100 voucher for each child enrolled in school on the Creative Kids website and use it towards the cost of registration, participation or tuition. You just redeem the voucher with a registered provider in your area when making your payment.

This is a great opportunity for your child to become involved in a range of activities that will build on their education, growth and development.

Service NSW is working with industry bodies to deliver the program.

For more information, contact Service NSW on 137 788 or creativekids@service.nsw.gov.au.

The Game Changer Challenge is back

Fri, 31 May 2019 12:21:45 AEST

It’s not too late to become a Game Changer with applications for the Education Week challenge due by 7 June.

The Game Changer Challenge brings 16 teams from public schools across NSW – eight from primary and eight from secondary – to Sydney during Education Week in August for a three-day, intensive design-thinking workshop.

The Game Changer workshops, which start on Tuesday 6 August, includes teacher training in the use of design thinking as a teaching methodology and its application for school planning.

It also includes a team competition where schools will work under the guidance of experts from industry and academia to develop a solution to this year’s critical question: How might we humanise technology?

Department of Education Secretary Mark Scott has encouraged students and teachers to get behind the event as it highlights the critical thinking students will need to develop to succeed in the future.

“The Game Changer Challenge is an exciting initiative that helps educate and inform our students and teachers on how to integrate the problem-solving methodology of design thinking into the classroom,” Mr Scott says.

“It embraces the 21^st century skills our students will need to thrive in a globalised world such as collaboration, creative thinking and communication.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for our students at all levels to be involved in discussing and addressing a real-world issue that will affect their future lives. I encourage every school to get involved.”

The challenge is designed to make strong learning and teaching connections to the NSW syllabus specifically in the area of developing general capabilities such as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, communication and problem-solving.

The challenge also provides teachers with an opportunity to gain exposure to the design thinking process and includes teacher resources to introduce this creative problem-solving methodology into the classroom.

Finalists will be selected based on a 60-second video that showcases your team’s vision around the question of humanising technology.

For more information email edweek@det.nsw.edu.au or visit the Game Changer Challenge page.

Your NAPLAN questions answered

Thu, 09 May 2019 15:07:37 AEST

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a point in time assessment for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The tests assess the foundational skills in reading, writing, spelling and numeracy that are essential for every child to progress through school and life.

This year NAPLAN takes place between 14 and 16 May for paper tests and between 14 and 24 May for schools participating in NAPLAN Online.

NAPLAN data is used to help monitor student progress over time against a national measure and to identify areas of strength and improvement. It is used in combination with other school assessments to guide and support student learning.

Watch students ask an expert the tough questions about NAPLAN.

Video – Kids ask the hard questions

Duration – 3:45

Apply now for My Community Project funding

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 15:07:45 AEST

Do you have a great idea to improve your area?

My Community Project is a new NSW Government funding program that is all about local ideas, local projects and local decisions.

You can apply now for grants from $20,000 - $200,000 for projects that will make a difference to your community. Projects could include new playground equipment, sports facilities, paths or ramps to improve access, public art or a community service.

The local community can vote for their favourite projects in July and successful projects will be announced in September.

Project applications close 15 May 2019.

Apply for My Community Project funding

Bring back memories, not measles

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:25:12 AEST

With school holidays just around the corner, it’s time to visit your doctor to check that you and your family are fully protected against measles, before you travel overseas.

Measles is a serious, highly contagious, viral illness that is easily spread through the air when an infectious person coughs, sneezes or breathes. If you and your family are not fully vaccinated, or have never been vaccinated, you are at risk of contracting measles.

Not sure if you’re fully protected?

In Australia, the measles vaccine (MMR) consists of 2 doses. If you’re not sure whether you’ve had 2 doses of the measles vaccine, visit your doctor. It’s safe to receive another dose.

Children born in Australia

If your children were born in Australia, they may have received the measles vaccine at 12 months old and the second dose at 18 months, in accordance with the National Immunisation Program.
If you have a baby under 12 months old, consult your doctor about getting their measles vaccination.

Adults born in Australia

Born before 1966 – you were most likely exposed to measles as a child and are generally considered to be immune. If in doubt, ask your GP.
Born between 1966 and 1994 – you may not have received 2 doses. Talk to your doctor about the free vaccine if you’re unsure.
Born after 1994 – the National Immunisation Program offers 2 doses, and you can check your vaccination status using the Australian Immunisation Register.

For more information about the measles vaccination, visit NSW Health or consult your local doctor.

5 road safety tips for parents and carers

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:16:05 AEDT

Now that students are back to school after a break it’s a good time to chat with your child about safe behaviours when you walk or commute to school.

Here are our top tips to help our students make a safe trip:

1. Be alert and aware

Take note of the dangers you come across on your walk and bring them to your child’s attention. Point out dangers, such as vehicles coming out of driveways. Talk to your child about being alert in a road environment.

2. Hold hands

When on the footpath, at a crossing or in a car park always hold your child's hand. It is advised to do this up to the age of at least 8 years old and closely supervise until at least the age of 10.

3. Choose a safe crossing

Lead by example and choose a safe place to cross the road. Explain why it is the safest place to cross.

4. Set a good example

Your child watches everything you do, so if you cross at the crossing they will too. It is also important to share these messages with other carers who may walk with your child to school.

5. Stop, Look, Listen, Think every time you cross the road

Discuss this important road safety message. STOP! one step back from the kerb. LOOK! continuously both ways. LISTEN! for the sounds of approaching traffic. THINK! whether it is safe to cross.

Practise makes perfect

The more supervised practice your child can get the better, so why not make Term 1 the start of a new routine to walk with your child to school more often.

Older children may be ready to make the journey to school independently. Before they take this step, observe if they are road safe and reinforce the road safety messages.

For more information, check out the department’s pedestrian safety advice for students, parents and carers.

Back to school

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 14:54:37 AEDT

The first day of Kindergarten and the return to school in the new year are busy times for your child – and for the entire family. To help you make the most of this time and enjoy the experience, we’ve compiled some useful tips and checklists. We want every student to be known, valued and cared for in our schools.

Our film #FirstDay2019 captures the excitement – and the nerves – of the rite of passage that is the first day of Kindergarten.

Video – Back to School 2019: First Day at Kindy

Duration – 1:00

Annual School Concert 5 December

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 14:58:53 AEDT

The much anticipated Wingham Brush Public School 2018 Annual School Concert will be held at the Manning Entertainment Centre on Wednesday 5 December.

Wingham Brush Public School presents ‘Peter Pan.’

Please don’t worry, please don’t think

it’s the same old story of Peter and Tink.

Our school’s version of this story

is far from ‘done before’ or boring.

Yes of course there’s kids that fly

and Captain Hook will still try

to catch the kids and finish the fairy,

he’ll also probably still be hairy.

But Peter’s shadow is not only sneaky,

it’s also very tricky and cheeky.

There’s Rock’n’Roll and Rockin’ Crocs

Baby Sharks and Dancing Clocks.

Dazzling Mermaids synchronize

and Pirates plan a proper surprise.

Singers, dancers, what a treat!

The Lost Boys’ band won’t miss a beat.

The only thing that may put you to sleep

are some rather cute and clumsy sheep.

Make a note on your calendars, get your tickets, then sit back and enjoy a wonderful evening’s entertainment from our talented and enthusiastic students!

When: Wednesday 5 December 2018

Where: Manning Entertainment Centre

Concert Starting Time: 7pm

Tickets: $15.00 on sale now

Online: $15.00 each - Tickets will be sold through The Greater Taree City Council website at http://mec.midcoast.nsw.gov.au/See-a-show and there is no ticket booking fee for internet purchases through this site. If you do not have the internet at home the website can be accessed at the Town Library. A Credit Card or Visa Debit or Mastercard is required for payment using the website.

Phone: $15.00 each - Manning Entertainment Centre - 6592 5466 (dial option 1 to be transferred to the ticket agency) between 10am and 1pm Tuesday to Friday

In Person: $15.00 each - Manning Entertainment Centre – between the hours of 10am and 1pm Tuesday to Friday

Tickets will be available at the door if not sold out beforehand.

2019 school budget allocations

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 12:24:38 AEDT

Like all NSW public schools, this week we will receive a School Budget Allocation Report with our funding for 2019. The report will help us manage our total budget delivered through the Resource Allocation Model (RAM).

The RAM supports schools through needs-based funding to ensure a fair, efficient and transparent allocation of funds. Our school has the flexibility to make local decisions based on the specific needs of our students.

We will use our 2019 funding to support students and improve educational outcomes. The school executive will continue to work with the school community as we implement the school plan using this needs-based funding.

Learn more about the 2019 RAM funding.

Kindergarten Transition 2019

Fri, 31 Aug 2018 12:39:19 AEST

Kindergarten Orientation Dates

If you have a child who will be in Kindergarten in 2019, please contact the school.

Transition Days will be:

* Wednesday 12 September 9.30am – 11.00am

* Wednesday 24 October 9.30am – 11.00am

* Wednesday 31 October 9.30am – 11.00am

* Wednesday 7 November 9.30am – 11.00am

The Parent Information Session will be held on Wednesday 12 September from 9.30am in the library. Our P&C will provide morning tea at this session.

New kindergarten students are welcome to attend all of the transition sessions.

Naplan

Wed, 30 May 2018 11:41:41 AEST

Naplan 2018 is completed. For the students at Wingham Brush the tests occurred online. We were chosen with another 550 schools to trial the online version for this year. Year 5 completed all test online whereas Year 3 did not do writing online.

The tests appeared to be a success and the children said that they enjoyed the online concept.

Active OOSH is operating now at Wingham Brush Public School

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:20 AEST

Enrolments are now open for

Term 2 at Wingham Brush

Active OOSH are excited to announce our new service opening at Wingham Brush Public School. From 1st May 2018 families from Wingham and surrounds will have access to quality and affordable before school care, after school care and vacation care. A bus service will run to all schools at Wingham and Tinonee.

Enrolments and fees:

To enrol now and find out your daily fees after government subsidies call us on 02 65548905 or email wingham@activeoosh.com.au

OPEN TIMES:

BSC: 6:30am - 9:00am

ASC: 2:45pm - 6:30pm

VAC: 6:30am - 6:00pm

www.activeoosh.com.au

Kindergarten Transition 2018

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:35 AEST

Kindergarten Orientation Dates

If you have a child who will be in Kindergarten in 2018, please contact the school.

Transition Days will be:

* Wednesday 18 October 9.30am – 11.00am

* Wednesday 25 October 9.30am – 11.00am

* Wednesday 1 November 9.30am – 11.00am

The Parent Information Session will be held on Wednesday 13 September from 9.30am in the library. Our P&C will provide morning tea at this session.

New kindergarten students are welcome to attend all of the transition sessions.

Book Week Fair and Parade

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:28 AEST

Timbertown Excursion K-2

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:54 AEST

This semester K-2 students have been studying history with an underlying theme of how the present is similar, and different, from the past. To further explore this theme the K-2 students will travel to Timbertown on Friday June 23. Permission notes and money need to be returned by Wednesday June 21. Payments may also be paid online using POP.

Timbertown Permission Note (pdf 303 KB)

Snake Tails Show

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:48 AEST

On Monday May 29 'Snake Tails' will be visiting. The K-6 students have the opportunity to attend the show. The show is approximately 1 hour in duration and will allow the children to interact with harmless pythons, lizards and turtles. There will also be a display of four deadly snakes found in NSW (they remain in tamper-proof boxes for visual recognition. Notes and money need to be returned to the classroom teacher by Wednesday May 24.

Great Aussie Bush Camp! Here comes Wingham Brush!

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:33 AEST

Just a reminder that full payment for the camp is due by Friday April 7.

Next term some of the students from Years 5 and 6 will be attending the Great Aussie Bush Camp as our Stage 3 major excursion. The camp is one of New South Wales largest outdoor education providers and is at Tea Gardens. The camp offers an outstanding range of activities in their natural bush setting, as well as offering excursions to the beach and other nearby locations in the area.

Annual School Concert

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:22 AEST

WINGHAM BRUSH ANNUAL SCHOOL CONCERT – THE GREATEST STORY EVER TOLD

The much anticipated Wingham Brush Public School 2016 Annual School Concert will be held at the Manning Entertainment Centre on Tuesday 29 November.

Our theme this year is ‘The Greatest Story Ever Told.' Children from Kindergarten to Year 6 will once again entertain and share their stories with our school community and friends through acts which include singing, dancing and drama. In keeping with tradition, the finale will be a farewell performance by Year 6.

Make a note on your calendars, get your tickets, then sit back and enjoy a wonderful evening's entertainment from our talented and enthusiastic students!

When: Tuesday 29 November 2016

Where: Manning Entertainment Centre

Concert Starting Time: 7pm

Tickets: $12.00 for internet purchases only

Tickets will be $14.00 for phone purchases or in person at the MEC (includes a $2.00 booking fee per ticket)

Tickets are available for purchase now. Please note that tickets are no longer available through Video Ezy.

Online: $12.00 each - Tickets will be sold through The Greater Taree City Council website at www.gtcc.nsw.gov.au and there is no ticket booking fee for internet purchases through this site. Click on "Manning Entertainment Centre" then "See a Show" then click on "Wingham Brush Primary". If you do not have the internet at home the website can be accessed at the Town Library. A Credit Card or Visa Debit or Mastercard is required for payment using the website.

Phone: $14.00 each - Manning Entertainment Centre - 6592 5466 (dial option 1 to be transferred to the ticket agency) between 10am and 1pm Tuesday to Friday

In Person: $14.00 each - Manning Entertainment Centre – between the hours of 10am and 1pm Tuesday to Friday

Tickets will be available at the door if not sold out beforehand.

World Teachers' Day NSW

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:55 AEST

We celebrate World Teachers' Day this Friday 28 October in New South Wales.

Today is World Teachers' Day, an opportunity to acknowledge and thank our teachers for the contribution they make to our students and school communities. Our teaching team at Wingham Brush Public School are dedicated, caring, supportive and are great role models for our students.

The day is celebrated by more than 100 countries and was established in 1994 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation to recognise the role of teachers in society.

Internationally, World Teachers' Day is held on 5 October but since this date usually falls in the school holidays we celebrate on the last Friday of October each year.

Online School Payments

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:37 AEST

It is now possible for parents to make online payments to the school for amounts owing for students, via a secure payment page hosted by Westpac. Payments can be made using either a Visa or MasterCard credit or debit card, and can be made via computer, tablet or mobile phone. The payment page is accessed from the front page of the schools website by selecting $ Make a payment.

Items that can be paid include voluntary school contributions, excursions and sales to students. There is also a category called ‘Other' this to cover items not covered in the previous headings, Other can be used to make a complete payment of a school invoice.

When you access the $ Make a payment you must enter:

the students name, and
class and reference number OR
the students name, and
date of birth.

These details are entered each time you make a payment as student information is not held within the payment system. There is also the option to enter the Student Registration Number and Invoice number if you are aware of them, these are optional fields.

This is a secure payment system hosted by Westpac to ensure that your credit/debit card details are captured in a secure manner, these details are not passed back to the school.

You have the ability to check and change any details of the payment before the payment is processed. Receipts can be emailed and/or printed.

Details of the payments are passed daily to the school where they will be receipted against your child's account. As a receipt has been issued from the payment page a further receipt will not be issued by the school. Permission notes sent home will provide details of payment options available for each event.

For any enquiries regarding the Online Payment process please contact the School Administration Office.

Parent/Carer Instructions (pdf 63 KB)

Pop Parent Information (pdf 506 KB)

SKOOLBAG - Mobile Phone App

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:47 AEST

Wingham Brush School has subscribed to SKOOLBAG, a mobile phone app which provides schools with an easy way to tell parents and carers everything they need to know about school news, newsletters, events calendar, cancellations, school notices and much more.

At the moment the school has over 50 users of this app.

If you wish to download this app is can be found by clicking on the following link - SKOOLBAG

Bullying No Way!

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:29 AEST

Bullying No Way! (doc 135 KB)

Our school is participating in the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence on Friday 21 March. Follow this link for more information - Bullying No Way

Year 6 Farewell

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:56 AEST

School Captains Olivia and Travis cutting the Farewell Cake.

Year 6 students gathered at the Wingham Services Club on Tuesday 11th November for their Year 6 Farewell. Mr Rees congratulated the Yr6 students on their fabulous efforts this year and wished them well for their future. Olivia and Travis both spoke on their time at Wingham Brush Public School.

After the formal activities the students enjoyed a disco with music provided by Mr Reeves. The school community joins in bidding farewell to our year 6 students and wish them every success at high school and into the future.

P & C Donate $2,000 to the school library.

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:39 AEST

P & C Donate $2000 to Library

At the Annual School Concert night held on Tuesday 5th December the P&C presented a cheque for $2,000 to the school library. Miss Squires introduced Mrs Edwards who presented the cheque to Mr Clifton. This is the second consecutive year that the P&C has made such a substantial donation to the library. Last year many of the students were able to choose a book from a large selection which was then purchased for the library from the donation.

The donation this year will be spent on additional furniture for the children. Below are images of the furniture to be purchased.

Generous donations such as this ensure we remain a very well resourced school.

Rugby Union

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:44 AEST

Rugby Union

On Wednesday 5th December representatives from the Rugby Union community visited school to give the students in Y3,4&5 and opportunity to practise and develop skills in the game.

Raising Resilient Children Seminar

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:42 AEST

Raising Resilient Children - a Triple P seminar for parents.

Wingham Brush Public School - Sat. 3 Nov. 12pm

Much as we would like to, we cannot always protect children from the hardships and difficulties we all encounter in life. What we can do is help them to build skills in emotional resilence to enable them to face and resolve difficult issues. The seminar will explore the six important building blocks or life skills that children need for emotional resilence.

The seminar will be facilitated by Triple P Faciltator Barbra Squire, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who works as a child and adult counsellor at Intalink Therapy Solutions. Co-presenting with Barbra, will be parents from the Wingham Brush and Wingham Public School communities. "All parents experts on their own children. We all have ideas and experiences to share about how we have helped our children through troubled times. This seminar is an opportunity to meet other parents and talk about that."

The seminar will be FREE and includes a BBQ lunch and activities for the kids. If you plan to attend please book (see contact details) and let us know how many people (adults and kids will be attending). We'd hate to run out of sausages!

Where: Wingham Brush PS School Hall
When: Saturday 3rd November from 12pm

Bookings: Text Di on 0416078930 or Barbra on 0427506229 or email barbrasquire@intalinktherapysolutions.com.au

Download Seminar Brochure (pdf 1168 KB)

Bike Safety Day

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:25 AEST

Bike Safety Day:

Friday 3rd August the student took part in Bike Safety Day.

A number of bike courses were designed allowing the students to practise their bike riding skills and hopefully in doing so become more competent and safer riders.

Figure 8 Course

The "See-Saw" on the Obstacle Course

Ready to cross "The Bridge" on the

Obstacle Coursr

Navigating the Slalom Course

Bike Safety Day Postponed

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:23 AEST

With a forecast for periodical showers throughout the day it was decided to postpone the Bike Safety Day scheduled for 1st June to a future date.

A date has yet to be decided for the rescheduled event however once a decision has been made students will be advised of the new date.

Any inconvenience that the postponement of the Bike Safety Day has caused is regretted.

We look forward to holding the event in the not too distant future hopefully on a clear and sunny day.

Easter Bonnet Parade

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:31 AEST

Easter Bonnet Parade - Kindergarten, Year One and Year 2

On Thursday 5th April students in KIndergarten, Year One and Year Two held an Easter Bonnet Parade.

Many parents were present as the students paraded their Easter Bonnets they made themselves in class.

Congratulations to all those students on such colourful and creative bonnets.
Mrs Murray also made presentations to the parent helpers who had assisted the Stage 1 students in Term 1.

More photos of the Easter Bonnet Parade can be found in the Photo Albums section of the website.

Movie - Athletics Carnival

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:36 AEST

Movie - Athletics Carnival

A video of some of the 100m running races and some children involved in the sack races.

Athletics Carnival - HIgh Jump Video

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:22 AEST

Mrs Newman assisting students in the shot put.

Junior Girls High Jump

Interviews with Zone Representatives, Lily and Ronan

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:58 AEST

Lily Traverso and Ronan Meaker have been selected in Zone Teams to represent our Manning Valley Schools at Zone Carnivals. We wish them well at their respective carnivals.

School Leaders Induction

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:45 AEST

The School Leaders were inducted at a special assembly on Friday 24th February.

The Assembly began with a Welcome to Country by Katelyn Robins, followed by a welcome by Mr Rees.

Tatyana Fowler 4N, spoke about student expectations of leadership.

Anna McFarland gave an address about the special leadership qualities of each of the elected school leaders.

Wingham High School Captains, Nick Horgan and Jessica Crowe, former students of WBPS spoke about the roles and responsibilities of Student Leaders.

Sydney Swans Visit

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:52 AEST

On Wednesday the students had the pleasure of a visit from two players from the Sydney Swans. The players explained the skills involved in playing AFL and had the opportunity to ask questions of the players.

Swimming Carnival Champions

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:49 AEST

On Wednesday 15th February Mr Newman presented trophies and awards to the School Swimming Champions. Winning House, Rosellas, Captains, Katelyn and Harry.

Junior Champions Allie & Sam 11yr Champions Jayden and David

Senior Champions, Talea and Scotty

Swimming Carnival Video

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:52 AEST

Video of students participating in the Swimming Carnival.

School Dux 2011

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:44 AEST

Allie James with her award for being the Dux of Wingham Brush Public School 2011.

2012 School Leaders

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:19 AEST

School Leaders for 2012 announced at Annual Presentation day.

Mr Rees announced the School Leaders for 2012.
Girl Captain: Olivia Stewart
Boy Captain: Travis Cross
Girl Leaders: Annabelle Hansen
Kate Bevitt
Boys Leaders: Ryan Smoothy
Sam Madden

Year 6 Slide Show

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:58 AEST

Year 6 slideshow as shown at the Concert Night and at the Year 6 Farewell.

Intensive Swimming Scheme

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:33 AEST

Intensive Swimming Scheme

Students who attended the Intensive Swimming Scheme received their certificates from Mr Rees.
The intensive swimming scheme ran for 2 weeks during Term 4.
Mrs Newman together with other Austswim qualified swimming teachers conducted the swimming instruction.

P&C Donation to the Library

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:41 AEST

Student from 6M holding the cheque from the P&C

Students from 6M are holding a cheque for $2,0000 from the P & C.
Mrs Zanardi and Mrs Stewart on behalf of the P&C presented the cheque to Mr Clifton at the annual school concert held at the Manning Entertainment Centre on Tuesday, 6th December.

Mr Clifton gratefully accepted the cheque on behalf of the staff and students. Mr Clifton thanked the P&C for choosing the library to be the recipient of such a generous donation.The cheque will be used to purchase books for the library.

Next year the school will be celebrating the National Year of Reading, so the additional funds provided by the P&C will boost the number of books to support the initiative.

Interview with Mr Rees

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:34 AEST

Rhiannon and Ally have interviewed our new Principal, Mr Rees.

You can view that video by clicking on the "Brush Clippings" link.

Video Farewell to Mr Putland

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:55 AEST

Farewell Mr Putland

Below is a video of student representatives wishing Mr Putland farewell. The video was played at Mr Putland's Farewell Assembly.

The BRUSH TUCKERBOX

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:54 AEST

After some great suggestions from staff and students, it was agreed at the P&C meeting last Monday night to rename our canteen

The BRUSH TUCKERBOX. Congratulations to Courtney Morgan for this very catchy title.

Click this link to see the very first BRUSH TUCKERBOX Menu!!!

BRUSH TUCKERBOX SPRING MENU 2011 (pdf, 159 KB)

2011 Parent & Community Surveys

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:19 AEST

2011 Parent and Community Surveys are now available online. These are an invaluable component to out year end data collection and integral to our 2012-2015 planning cycle.

There are 4 surveys in total:

Literacy - http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WBPSLiteracySurvey

Numeracy - http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WBPSNumeracy

Leadership - http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WBPSLeadership

Parent Satisfaction - http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WBPSSatisfaction

You are asked to complete each survey by following the links. Each should take only a few minutes.

Many thanks for your cooperation.

WBPS 2011 Evaluation Team

Kite Flying in Central Park

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:35 AEST

View video of children flying their kites in Central Park.

Education Week Flyer 2011

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:31 AEST

Education Week Flyer 2011 (pdf, 459 KB)

Bike Safety Day - Video

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:24 AEST

Bike Safety Day - Video

10th June 2011

NASA Video Conference

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:37 AEST

NASA Video Conference.

On Friday 20th May, 30 students had the opportunity to video conference with NASA in Houston, Texas.
The video conference went for about 1hr 15min and the students were able to interact with a NASA scientist as he explained the Solar System.
Below is a short video of part of the video conference.
The video show the conclusion of the conference where the students were able to ask questions of the presenter.

Jump Rope for Heart Video

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:35 AEST

View Video of the "Jump Off Day."

If experiencing difficulty with playback click here.

Community Engagment Survey

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:30 AEST

Click here to take survey..........

As part of this school's involvement in the National Partnerships Program for Low Socio Economic Status Schools, we need your input and opinions about our school. We are keen to find out what you think we do well and what we need to do better!

The information you provide will help to guide our school towards effective use of significant federal funding which has been provided to assist schools to improve outcomes for students. Wingham Brush Public School has been fortunate to be included in this program throughout 2010, continuing into 2011. We look forward to making the most of this opportunity, with your help and cooperation.

Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey.

Tim Putland

Principal

Book Week Costume Parade Video

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:27 AEST

View Video of Book Week Costume Parade

If experiencing difficulties with playback click here.

Mrs Foletta's Retirement.

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:36 AEST

Mrs Foletta addresses the school for the last time, at a special assembly on Friday 2nd June.
Mrs Foletta retired after 10 yrs of dedicated service to the school.
The students, staff and community members presented Mrs Foletta with certificates, songs, poems and certificates to wish her well as she begins her retirement.

SURVEY

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:49 AEST

2009 PARENT SURVEY

Sydney Uni Sleek Geek Prize

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:53 AEST

The following students received Certificates of Participation in the 2009 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize.The competition requires students to produce a 1-3 minute video conveying a scientific concept.
The participating students were: Shania Bailey, Erin Ferry, Sophie Smyth, Thea Wespi, Samantha Draper, Genevieve Blenkin, Taylah Zanardi, Rachel Atkins and Maitlan Brown.
Click here to view winning entries from the competition

Mrs McQuilty to retire

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:37 AEST

Our beloved Mrs McQuilty will be retiring at the end of this year. After Presentation Day on Tuesday 15th December parents are invited to come back to the school for a Morning Tea and Assembly to celebrate the teaching career and input into student's lives of this wonderful teacher. Sandwiches will be provided but please bring along a plate of something else to help us celebrate this occasion. Those of you who know Trish will realise she has a 'sweet tooth'.

Student wins Art Competition

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:49 AEST

Amber's winning design has been featured on this year's Water Wise T shirt.

Timbertown Excursion

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:54 AEST

Years 1 and 2 had an excellent Excursion to Timbertown in the last week of term 3.

The Brush has Got Talent

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:53 AEST

A concert to display the diverse talent at Wingham Brush School was held at the school at the end of Term 3. Pictured are some of the talented artists.

Jeans for Genes Day

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:34 AEST

The school recently held an art competition to raise money for the Jeans for Genes Day.

Girls Self Esteem Day

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:32 AEST

On Friday 12th September the Senior girls participated in a Enhancing Self Esteem Day. The day included yoga, nutrition, healthy eating, body image and positive thinking.
Organising teacher Mrs Osborne would like to thanks Bent of Food, Ashlea Road, Clinical Psychology Solutions, Taree and Wingham Brush P&C for their generous donations and support of such a worthwhile program.
All girls involved enjoyed the day and hopefully took away a range of ideas to help them in the future to lead happier and healthier lives.

Book Week

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:28 AEST

On Thursday 27th the students took part in a Costume Parade to celebrate Children's Book Week. Congratulations to all those who took part.

Bike Safety Day

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:25 AEST

Bike Safety was the focus at the school recently when students had the chance to practise their skills and to learn new ones.

Farewell Mr Tysoe

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:32 AEST

BBQ and School Assembly Friday 10th July

John Tysoe retires

Wed, 30 May 2018 12:12:34 AEST

After 29 years at Wingham Brush Public School, John Tysoe is retiring. His last day at the school will be Friday, July 10. A special BBQ and School Assembly will be held to honour his time at the school. All past students and parents are invited to attend. Please contact the school if you wish to order a BBQ lunch.