Fax: (03) 5221 6447
Email: newtown.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au
Aberdeen Street - Newtown, Vic, 3220
Ph: (03) 5229 9730
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About Our School
At Newtown Primary School we believe every individual will learn and flourish with the support of a committed team.
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Newtown Primary School has a strong culture of RESPECT with particular emphasis on respect for self, others, learning and the environment.
Parent Participation
Your involvement and interest in your child’s education is crucial, with research showing it is the single most important factor of student success.
At Newtown Primary School we encourage and promote a healthy, vital partnership between home and school.
Important Dates
2019
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July 15 - September 20, 2019
Term 3
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October 8 - December 19, 2019
Term 4
Principal's Message
Welcome to our website which has been designed to provide you with important information about our school.
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Newtown Primary School is recognised by the wider community as a place where children learn well in a happy and secure environment.
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I am very proud of this school which our students, parents and teachers have created together. It is one where pupils are very thoroughly prepared for a positive and productive future.
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If you would like to see how we can make a difference for your child, please come and visit us.
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If you want to experience the difference, join us.
Please phone me on (03) 5229 9730 to make an appointment.
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Amanda Hay, Principal
Wellbeing
Newtown Primary School offers a suite of Wellbeing programs to support our students with extra needs academically, socially or emotionally. These programs include Literacy support, Young Language groups, and a School Chaplain. We also have the support of a network Psychologist and Speech therapist. A special Mentor program called ‘Kidshope’ is also offered at our school.
Child-Safe Standards
As part of the Victorian Government’s commitment to implementing the recommendations of the Betrayal of Trust report, which found that more must be done to prevent and respond to child abuse in our community, there is a new regulatory landscape surrounding child safety, underpinned by the new PROTECT Child Safe Standards.
Out of School Hours Care
Out of hours care is provided by School Support Services
Before School Care (7am-9am) includes a nutritious breakfast
After School Care (3.30pm–6.30pm) includes a healthy snack.
Vacation Care (holiday program) - 7.30am-6.00pm
International Students
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Newtown Primary School is an accredited provider of education for International Students. Accreditation is provided through the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students.
(CRICOS Provider Code: 00861K)
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We are a Better Buddies School
The Alannah & Madeline Foundation's Better Buddies Framework is an initiative designed to create friendly and caring primary school communities where bullying is reduced.
betterbuddies.org.au
Not Hat, No Play, No Fun Today
Newtown Primary School is a SunSmart School. Please remember to wear your hat from September to April.
We are a One-Star Sustainability School
We have a strong commitment to providing an education that reflects a local and global responsibility to our environment. MORE