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Coronavirus - Department of Education statement

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 19:06:55 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 13:31:10 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 16:52:43 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.

The Shark Cage

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 12:09:11 AEDT

Industrial Action Thursday

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 14:14:34 AEDT

Dear Parents and Carers,

The NSW Teachers Federation has endorsed state wide industrial action on the morning of Thursday 5th December 2019 in the form of a stop work meeting.

On that day, minimal supervision will be provided at our school. During this time, normal classes will not operate and students will be supervised by staff who remain on duty. The school will remain open.

The normal school routines will commence as soon as possible after staff return from their meeting at approximately 10:30am.

At the start of the day, those students who are in attendance should go straight to the COLA for roll marking. Rolls will be marked again when normal lessons commence. Our canteen will be open for orders and sales from the normal time.

Garawa Preschool Information Afternoon

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:09:12 AEDT

Garawa Preschool will be holding a preschool information afternoon on Tuesday 26th November 2019. It will begin at 4:15pm and finishing at 5pm. The information afternoon will be held at Garawa Preschool and the preschool interviews for 2020 will be held across Wednesday 27th November and Thursday 28th November 2019. Please contact the office on 02 4332 2422 if you do not have an interview time as yet. We are looking forward to seeing you there!

NSW schools respond to bushfires

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 17:17:06 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.

Tuning in to Teens

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 12:52:30 AEDT

The Grand Opening of Garawa Preschool's Daydream Garden

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 14:52:40 AEDT

Grab a ticket to Schools Spectacular 2019

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 16:04:44 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 13:38:34 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 11:25:02 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.

Community Disruption Due To Demountable Removal

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 14:25:53 AEST

Dear community,

Thursday morning (12th September) will be quite disruptive for us all. The school is having the old demountable building removed from the site. As a result we will need to close down the bottom half of the school to maintain safety.

We ask that students and parents enter from the top and office sides of the school and if possible arrive at the school after 9am.

We are hoping that all work will be completed by 9am and the rest of the day will finish uninterrupted.

Children who catch the bus will be walked to the top gate.

Thank you for your understanding.

How to be smart and safe on social media

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:45:31 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.

Year 6 Fete

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 12:53:40 AEST

The Year 6 Fete will be held on Friday 13th September. Students can come to school in mufti clothes for a gold coin donation. There will be plenty of stalls to choose from and a jumping castle.

Students will be able to preorder tickets to the jumping castle to use on the day. Students can also purchase tickets during the fete. The cost is $2 for 5 minutes. Orders will be taken until Wednesday 11th September.

A hot dog lunch is also available for preorder. Hot Dogs are $2.50, with orders being taken until Wednesday 11th September.

Education Week – Every student, every voice

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 14:10:25 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

Giving A Helping Hand

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:45:34 AEDT

Creative and Active Kids vouchers now available

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 11:40:32 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 12:26:03 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 15:19:17 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 15:12:23 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 15:22:57 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.

Easter Hat Parade

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 14:46:02 AEST

The Entrance Public School Morning School Bus S737

Fri, 26 Jul 2019 14:29:23 AEST

5 road safety tips for parents and carers

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:32:59 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.

Welcome to our new school year

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 15:43:12 AEDT

Dear parents and carers,

Welcome to 2019 at The Entrance Public School. I hope everyone has had a safe and enjoyable break. The executive team, teachers and support staff have been working hard over the last couple of weeks to prepare our school for the return of students. A big welcome to our many new families and welcome back to all of our returning families.

Holding Pattern
Students returned to their 2018 classes this week. They may have had a different teacher but all students were engaged in quality learning activities. We go into holding pattern to avoid the situation where we form classes and then have to rearrange classes in a few days as additional students arrive. When students move to new classes next week please give the class time to settle. A new class and new teacher can be an anxious time for students but teachers have spent a great deal of time in forming new classes to be an effective learning team. Be positive about the new class, most students settle within a day or two. If you have concerns, please contact your child's new teacher to discuss.

Communication
Key communication streams:
School app - search for The Entrance Public School in your favourite app store. Turn on notifications.
FaceBook - The Entrance Public School - with the logo as the school picture.
School website: https://thentrance-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
**Morning lines are not a time to talk to your class teacher. This is a time for the staff to settle their classes. If you wish to talk to your class teacher please contact the office and leave a message on 02 4332 2422 **

Staffing
We welcome four new staff members this year. Our new Deputy Principle for Term 1 is Mrs Karen Wardlaw. Mrs Kristie Hamilton who will be our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural teacher. Mrs Tegan Hyslop who will be teaching Year 5. Miss Zoe Burden is re-joining our staff as an Intervention teacher. Once we move into new classes next week I'll update parents on all staffing.

Class Supplies
The Entrance PS provides all students with all classroom supplies.

Family Information Sessions
Each stage team will hold an evening to provide information to families about the year ahead. More details will follow.
Kindergarten - TBA
Stage 1 - Tuesday 12th February 3:30pm - 4pm
Stage 2 - Wednesday 13th February 3:30pm - 4pm
Stage 3 - Thursday 14th February 3:30pm - 4pm

Swimming Carnival
Years 3-6: Please check your child's bag for a swimming carnival entry note.
Year 2: If your child is turning 8 this year AND can confidently swim 50m independently, a note will come home next week.

We have a wonderful, exciting year of learning ahead of us at The Entrance Public School.

Back to school

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 15:02:57 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

Year 6 Shirts 2019

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 13:16:01 AEDT

The Entrance Public School Christmas concert

Fri, 26 Jul 2019 14:49:53 AEST

2019 school budget allocations

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:26:10 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.

Stage 2 Day Camp

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 11:54:52 AEST

Our Stage 2 day camp is almost here Friday 28th September 2018! Final payment is required by Monday 17th September 2018.

On the day:

Students will need to wear full school sports uniform
Comfortable shoes
Bring a disposable plastic cup
Hat
Raincoat (in case of wet weather)

Students will need to arrive at school at 8:15 am to assemble in the hall for the bus to depart at 8:30 am sharp. We will be returning to school by 3:15 pm in time for normal school buses.

If you do not intend on sending your child to the Stage 2 day camp, please notify the office as soon as possible so we can finalise numbers and make alternate arrangements for your child on this day, as ALL Stage 2 teachers will be attending the day camp.

Food Donations

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:42 AEST

Non-perishable food items and toiletries needed to help our Farmer friends in Nowendoc and Somerton during the drought. Any donation of food items, such as tinned food, 2 minute noodles, toiletry items, water bottles, and other non-perishables would be appreciated. Your donations can be placed in the Front Office.

Time to enrol for Kindergarten and Preschool 2019

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:47 AEST

Enrolments are now being taken for children starting kindergarten or preschool in 2019. Please advise the office of your child's name and date of birth and we will send enrolment forms home for you to complete and return. You will also need to provide your child's original birth certificate, statement of complete immunisation from Medicare and proof of your current address. If you have any friends or neighbours who may have a child ready to start school next year, please let them know it is time to contact the school for information.

Thompson Pie Drive Fundraiser

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:47 AEST

TEPS P&C are holding a pie drive fundraiser!

A selection of pies, sausage rolls, lamingtons, finger buns and slices can be ordered. If you would like to order, please return an order form with payment to the office or the canteen.

Order forms have been sent home and will need to be returned by Friday 22nd June. Collection date is Wednesday 4th July.

If you have any more questions please contact the canteen on 4333 5174.

TEPS Annual K-6 Athletics Carnival

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:46 AEST

On Monday 4th June 2018, The Entrance Public School will be holding our annual K-6 Athletics Carnival at the Mingara Athletics Centre. The cost is $3.50 for entry into Mingara, the bus fare is covered by school. The 3-6 carnival commences at 9:15am and the K-2 carnival commences at 10am. Students can either meet at the venue (9:15am yrs 3-6, 10am yrs K-2), OR come to school as normal and be transported to Mingara Athletics Centre by bus. Students in years 3-6 who are competing in the 800m, and are travelling by bus will be required to be at school at 8:30am to catch the earlier bus. These students will meet under the COLA and be supervised by Mr McInnes.

All other students will assemble at normal morning time of 9:15am at school where class rolls will be marked. The year 3-6 students, plus those students in Year 2 who are competing, will then travel to Mingara in class groups first at approximately 9:20am, followed by the K-2 students at approximately 10:15am.

Once at the athletics centre, Year 3-6 will split into age divisions. These students will compete in track and field events on a rotational roster and will remain with that group until the end of the carnival. On arrival K-2 will compete in non-competitive tabloid based activities organised by our 'Sport in Schools' professionals.

Before being bussed back to school the classes will reform and class lists will be marked to make sure everyone is accounted for. If you wish to take your child home from Mingara you will need to inform your child's classroom teacher and/or the teacher supervising your child/children at the time so that their names can be crossed off.

If any child is going home with a relative or friend they will need to bring a note to the class teacher before the carnival. We will be returning to school in time for the normal finish of school.

Students are expected to wear sports uniform. The students should bring water, a hat and sunscreen, as well as adequate protection from possible cold weather. Shoes must be worn in all events.

P&C will be running a BBQ offering bacon and egg rolls and sausage sandwiches. Canteen facilities will also be available.

Students who are asthmatics are required to bring their puffer with them.

If the athletics carnival is going to be cancelled due to wet conditions, students will be notified on the school Facebook Page and via the office from 8:30am.

After School Code Club

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:41 AEST

AFTER SCHOOL CODE CLUB IS STARTING THIS WEEK!

The Entrance Public School is a registered Code Club Australia venue (http://codeclubau.org). Our after school Code Club program is commencing this week. Students will be following Code Club Australia's new curriculum throughout the year. They will be learning problem solving and computational thinking skills while completing projects that are designed to be fun and creative. Initial projects are created using the https://scratch.mit.edu/scratch2download/ Students aged 9 and above are eligible to attend. Places are limited to 25 students. Permission slips will need to be returned to Mrs Tolman by 2nd May if you would like your child to participate.

WHEN: First Code Club is on Thursday 3rd May from 3:15pm to 4pm and will continue each Thursday afternoon during the school term.

WHERE: STEAMLAB Studio (upstairs near the top music room)

Students must go directly to the STEAMLAB as soon as the bell rings at the end of the day. They will be required to sign in each week.

Students must be picked up in person no later than 4pm by the adult(s) named on the permission form.

Students will be accepted on a first in basis. If you have any further questions please feel free to contact Lianne Tolman via the school office.

Bearfoot Yoga

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:41 AEST

Yoga is a fun and engaging way to help students:

Develop focus and concentration
Increase body awareness and coordination
Reduce stress and anxiety
Boost self-esteem and confidence
Enhance self-regulation and support sensory integration

..... and it's coming to TEPS next term!

Commencing week 2 of Term 2, we will be offering weekly yoga sessions before school to students in grades K-6. The 8 week course is specifically designed to meet the needs of the target age-groups and will be delivered by a qualified yoga instructor from Bearfoot Yoga. Details are as follows:

When: K-2 Wednesdays 8:30am start

3-6 Thursdays 8:30am start

Cost: $30 for 8 weekly sessions, commencing week 2

Sessions will take place in the hall. Students will need to wear comfortable uniform which allows full range of movement. They will remove their shoes and socks for yoga.

Permission notes can be returned to the office by Friday 4th May.

TEPS Mothers Day Stall

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:43 AEST

TEPS will be holding a Mothers Day stall on Wednesday 9th May in week 2 of Term 2.

Gifts are $2 and $5, there is a beautiful range for Mum.

Beautiful Mothers Day raffle tickets will also be on sale. Tickets are 50 cents each or 3 for $1.

(Limit of 3 tickets per child)

TEPS Movie Night Under The Stars

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:46 AEST

Our annual movie night under the stars will be on Friday 18th May.

Tickets are $5 per person.

Each ticket will give you access to the movie and a ticket to play a game on the RYSS bus Playstation or Xbox, access to the movie and a lucky door raffle ticket. (Tickets will be sent home on the day of the movie.) Bring your family, a picnic blanket and some blankets to keep warm if it's chilly. Come and enjoy a movie with your family under the stars. There will be show bags and glow sticks to buy on the night. Gates open at 5pm with dancing available on the lawn with music from our big screen, the movie will start at 6pm.

Yoga Comes to TEPS

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:47 AEST

TEPS Cross Country 2018

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:46 AEST

TEPS will be holding our school cross country on Friday 6th April at school. The carnival is compulsory for all students from Year 2 (Year 2 students turning 8 this year) to Year 6.

Our wonderful P & C will be running a barbecue and selling cool drinks. Sausage sandwiches will be $2.50. They will also be selling a meal deal including a sausage sizzle, cold drink & ice block for $5.

More information will be sent home shortly.

Circle of Security - Parenting Program

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:42 AEST

TEPS & Uniting would like to invite you to join us in this great parenting program over 8 weeks in Term 2.

Get Kids Cooking

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:42 AEST

We now has a fully functional commercial grade mobile kitchen as our newest addition to the school. It will provide teachers and students with a great opportunity for culinary education which has strong curriculum links to numeracy, science and literacy. It will also provide students with critical thinking skills and sustainability practices.This fun, hands on learning experience will be a great addition to our school and we look forward to all the fun cooking creations that our students will create from our new mobile kitchen.

Year 6 Fun Day

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:47 AEST

Year 6 breakfast & fun day is on 15th December 2017. Please make sure you bring your swimmers & a towel. Please bring a spare t-shirt if students would like it to be signed. Thank you for a wonderful year, we wish you the best in high school next year!

Stage 3 Walking & Wheels

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:46 AEST

Walking & Wheels is on for Stage three Thursday 14th December at 10am. Please make sure students bring sunscreen, a hat & water. It's going to be lots of fun!

TEPS Christmas Concert 2017

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:46 AEST

Wednesday 6th December

Santa 4-5pm

Concert 5-6:30pm

Sausage sizzle & refreshments available.

Show bags $6

Glow in the dark products $3

Year 6 School Fete

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:47 AEST

Year 6 are holding a school fete on Friday 10th November. The fete is open for Preschool to Year 5.

Easter Hat Parade

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:42 AEST

TEPS EASTER HAT PARADE

Our Easter Hat Parade will be held on Thursday 6th April The hat parade will be for all students in Preschool, Kindergarten and Years 1-6. The parade will commence at 12.00 noon. Parents are invited to view the parade and join their children for a picnic lunch afterwards. The P&C will be running their sausage sizzle and will be drawing the winners for their Easter raffles. So come along and join in the fun.
Please bring a chair as there will be limited seating available.
Due to health and safety issues eg allergies - students are not to bring eggs to school to share with other students.

NSW Teachers Federation has called a Stop Work Meeting

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:44 AEST

The NSW Teachers Federation has called a Stop Work Meeting for Thursday 8th December. Please read the attached letter to parents from our Principal, Mark Rudd for further information.

Info for Parents (pdf 12 KB)

Code Club Special Visit

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:42 AEST

Last Monday The Entrance Public School code club was lucky enough to have a visit from the co-founder of Code Club, Claire Sutcliffe, and the CEO of Code Club Australia, Kelly Tagalan, and Phil. Students enjoyed the visit and showcased their coding skills with a range of Scratch, Python, HTML/CSS and Makey Makey projects. It was a great opportunity for students to not only share their learning but to ask questions and find out more about these great role models and their role in Code Club.

School Band Program - Introduction

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:45 AEST

An expression of interest form for the TSA school band program has been sent home with students in years 3-6 today. More information on the program and an enrolment pack will be sent home with students containing detailed information about TSA's school band program. Below is an outline of how the TSA Band program works and what the costs are to you. Additional information can also be found on the TSA website at www.teachingservices.com.au. Expressions of interest need to be returned within 5 days to the school office.

How the Band Program Works:

A professional musician/teacher conducts a weekly band rehearsal for 30-45 minutes usually before or after school. In addition students are required to enrol in either private or group tuition. Group tuition (30 mins approx 5 per group) takes place during school time and is timetabled in conjunction with the principal and class teachers. Private tuition is available both during and after school hours depending upon school & parental preference. Home practice is also essential.

Galungfest

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:42 AEST

GULANGFEST 2016 WEDNESDAY 23RD NOVEMBER

Tuggerah Lakes Learning Community, in Partnership with Kuriwa (AECG) wish to invite The Entrance Public School community to Gulangfest, 2016. An Aboriginal Cultural Concert and Art Exhibition.

When: Wednesday, 23rd November, 2016
Where: Dolphin Theatre, The Entrance Senior Campus (opposite Bateau Bay Square)
Time: Concert commences at 5pm (sausage sizzle from 3:30pm)

Aboriginal Students from The Entrance Public School will be performing on the night and have entered Aboriginal artwork into the exhibition.

We look forward to seeing you there to help celebrate this annual event.

The Entrance Link Day

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:47 AEST

The Entrance Link Day is on Wednesday 23rd November 9:30 am to 11:00 am located in The Entrance Public School Hall. Linking locals and families with services and support in our community. There will be a free morning tea. Come along, grab a cuppa and have a chat. Food hub will be available. Sponsored by Benevolent Society.

Year 6 Fete

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:47 AEST

Friday the 18th November year 6 will be holding their school fete during school hours. This is an opportunity for year 6 students to raise money for their year 6 Farewell and for a gift they will present to the school at the Farewell. This fete is for students only and is not open to parents, caregivers or members of the community.

Preschool enrolments for 2017

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:45 AEST

High School Orientation Day

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:43 AEST

Year 6 students have a high school orientation day for TLSC - Tumbi Umbi Campus on Wednesday 16th November. On this day students will travel to and from high school using the mode of transport they will typically use next year. Over the course of the day students will meet teachers from the high school and students from other partner primary schools who will form year 7 in 2017.

NAIDOC Assembly

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:44 AEST

This Friday the 29th of July we will be holding our NAIDOC assembly in the school hall at 9.30am. All parents and family members are welcome to attend. NAIDOC Week falls during the school holidays. It is a time to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements and is an opportunity to recognise the contributions that Indigenous Australians make to our country and our society. This year's NAIDOC theme is Songlines – the living narrative of our nation.

This Friday is also a mufti day and it is encouraged that all students at our school come dressed in the colours RED, BLACK and YELLOW. There is no donation requested to wear these coloured clothes. There will be RED, BLACK and YELLOW cupcakes and lolly cups for sale for $1.00 at both recess and lunch to celebrate this important cultural event.

Book Fair

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:42 AEST

Next week we will be having our annual Book Fair with Scholastic Books. This is a great opportunity to view and purchase quality books whilst earning learning and literacy resources for our school. The Book Fair will run from Monday 1 August and close on Thursday 4 August 2016.

The library will open before school from 8.45am and remain open after school until approximately 3.45pm. Students will visit the Book Fair during their normal library sessions, where they will be given the opportunity to view the books and write a ‘Wish List' for some of the books they are interested in. Please note, students will be advised that this list is a ‘Wish' list and not a guarantee that they will receive the book. Perhaps they could do some chores around the house to earn some money towards purchasing a book.

Payments on the day can be made by cash, cheque (made payable to The Entrance Public School) or by credit card. Alternatively you may wish to pay in advance either by phone or online.

Online Payment: www.scholastic.com.au/payment. Be sure to choose Book Fairs payments, not Book Club. Phone Payment: Call 1800 557 908. Press 2 for Fairs payments.

TEPS Bingo Night

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:46 AEST

Doors open at 4:30 pm.

Calling starts at 5 pm.

Come and join our family Bingo night. Fabulous prizes to be won!

Tickets start from $5

(One is an adult book and one is a child book)

Extra books can be purchased:

Extra adult book (six boxes): $3.00

Extra child book (three boxes) $2.00

Please not that tickets will be given out on the day

The canteen will be selling coffee, tea, drinks and cakes at break time.

Movie Under The Stars

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:44 AEST

Our annual movie under the stars night will be on this Friday 20th May. Tickets are $5 per person and tickets will be sent home on the day. Bring your family, a picnic blanket, even a blanket if it seems chilly, and enjoy the movie with your family under the stars. There will be show bags and glow sticks to buy on the night. Gates open at 5pm and movie starts at 6pm. Movie title to be advised. Each guest will be in the draw for a lucky door prize.

Mother's Day Stall

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:43 AEST

On Thursday 5th May TEPS will be holding a Mother's Day stall. Gifts will be $2 and $5 for students to purchase.

Honouring our Anzacs

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:43 AEST

At our ANZAC assembly today, Mr Les Mackie, Treasurer of The Entrance Long Jetty RSL Sub Branch spoke to the students and donated $100 worth of books to go to our school library. We thank Mr Mackie for speaking at our assembly and The RSL Sub Branch for their kind donation.

School Photos this week!

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:45 AEST

Our school photographs for 2016 will be held on Thursday 10^th and Friday 11^th March 2016.

All students will need to wear full school uniform. To view the schedule click on this link: School Photos (docx 48 KB)

Safer Internet Day 2016

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:45 AEST

Tuesday 9th February is Safer Internet Day. Safer Internet Day aims to raise awareness of online issues and this year the theme is "Play your part for a better internet" reflecting on how we all have a role to play to make the internet a safer place.

To get you started here are 8 easy ways to help keep your kids safe online from the School A-Z website:

http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/technology/cybersafety/keeping-kids-safe-online

You can find further parent resources here on the Office of the Children's eSafety Commissioner website:

https://www.esafety.gov.au/education-resources/parent-resources

Happy Holidays!

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:43 AEST

What an incredible year! Farewell to our Year 6 students, we know you will do really well in high school. We are also looking forward to welcoming our Year 1 to 6 students on 28th January 2016 and our Kindergarten students on 3rd February 2016. Don't forget to note in your calendar that school closes on 16th December 2015 and reopens on 28th January 2016. Have a happy and safe holiday break.

Google Expeditions visits TEPS!

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:47 AEST

Around the world with Google Expeditions!

This week TEPS students had the opportunity to participate in the "Google Expeditions Pioneer Program". Only a small number of schools in each state were selected to participate in this event. Students had a fantastic time wearing their Google Cardboard goggles to experience virtual reality field trips. There were approximately one hundred destinations to choose from. Throughout the day, classes went on field trips to the Great Barrier Reef, the Amazon rainforest, Mars, Buckingham Palace and Cambodia just to name a few.

New Canteen Menu Is Now Available

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:44 AEST

A New Canteen Menu is now available.

Centenary Celebrations - Celebrating 100 years of quality education.

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:42 AEST

The Entrance Public School will be celebrating its Centenary on 20th & 21st November, 2015.

We look forward to welcoming officials, past & present students, families and community members to two full days of celebrations. Click on the link to view the full program of events.

Centenary Invitation (pdf 392 KB)

Stage 3 girls- Robogals of the future!

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:45 AEST

This week all girls in Stage 3 attended robotics workshops conducted by the Newcastle University Chapter of "Robogals". Robogals is an international student run organisation that aims to encourage more females into the fields of Science, Technology and Engineering.

The day began with an inspiring presentation about the many different kinds of engineers and how some form of engineering is involved in almost every thing we use in our everyday lives.

The girls then went on to work in teams to complete a Mission to Mars robotics challenge.

Stage 2 students attend "Flight School" with the Paper Pilots!

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:45 AEST

Last week all Stage 2 students had the opportunity to attend "Flight School" with the amazing Paper Pilots Dylan Parker and James Norton. A great time was had by all. Not only did the students learn about the science of flight, they also learnt how to create and fly their own paper planes. The day ended with a whole school paper plane flying competition!! Our school champion pilot award for 2015 was won by Blake P in Year 4. Congratulations Blake!! We now look forward to training our pilots in preparation for the 2016 State Titles.

New Canteen Menu

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:44 AEST

A new Canteen Menu for Terms 2 and 3 is now available.

View our School Plan 2015 - 2017

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:39:47 AEST

The Entrance Public School's School Plan is now available for viewing on this website.