Dear parents, families, students, and community members, 

Thank you to all those who came along to celebrate a fun and successful Term 1 at our assembly on Wednesday. I think Cooper and Lachlan summed it up beautifully when they said:

“We have had an amazing first Term of the year, full of excitement. Swimming, NAPLAN, Swan Vs Oyster, SPSSA, A Little Athletics visit, the bKinder leadership conference, an orchestra performance, the new GaGa Ball pit, free dress day, Brixhibition, and new signage around the school. Even with this all going on, we still have time to notice and celebrate some amazing students.”

Teachers and Teacher Assistants have done an amazing job of facilitating the new UFLI (Early and Middle Primary) and Word Origins (Upper Primary) programs with our students this Term. UFLI is an explicit and systematic phonics program that introduces students to the foundational reading skills necessary for proficient reading. The next step after UFLI is Word Origins. This spelling and word study program is designed to provide spelling, reading, and vocabulary instruction. Feedback for Teachers and students has been positive, and we are already seeing gains in learning.

Some other news shared at assembly was that the Easter Raffle organised by the Student Leaders raised over $1300! Thank you to Swansea Primary families, local businesses and community members for making it happen. Congratulations to the 6 prize winners.

More good news! There are 104 schools and Child and Family Learning Centres around Tasmania that have been approved for playground and sports court upgrades. We can confirm that Swansea Primary School has been successful in receiving a $50,000 grant to upgrade our netball/basketball court. Our school is on the list to have this start sometime in 2025 or 2026.  Another win for Swansea Primary is that we will be receiving a Remote Sporting Schools grant of $10,000 to increase sporting programs for Terms 2 and 3 at school.

Can I remind families and students to please take extra care in our car park. There has been a couple of close calls reported, so please be cautious when reversing, only drive at a walking pace and make sure that it is safe before letting your child out of the car.

Have a great Autumn break. let’s hope the weather stays just right for camping adventures.

See you in Term 2!

Anna Heath

Acting Principal

Thinking of volunteering?

2025 Volunteer Requirements

In preparation for a new term, we want to remind our school community about the important requirements for volunteering at our school. 

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students, it is mandatory for all volunteers to have their RWVP (Registration for Working with Vulnerable People) and to have completed the Your Obligations – Safeguarding Training 15-minute video before engaging with children and young people in a volunteer capacity at our school. Certificates for the training video are valid for 12 months from the date of completion. These steps are essential in helping us maintain a safe and supportive environment for our children.

To apply for a Registration for Working with Vulnerable people, please visit: Apply for registration to work with vulnerable people | Service Tasmania

To complete the Your Obligations – Safeguarding Training 15-minute video please visit: Compulsory Safeguarding Training for workers - Department for Education, Children and Young People

Volunteers are a vital part of our school community, and we are excited to collaborate with you in the year ahead!

A very special helper of Easter Bunnies has hopped into Swansea Primary this afternoon for a visit. Happy Easter!

Easter Raffle Winners 

1st Prize - Deb Beresford

2nd Prize - Alannah Hugo

3rd Prize - Ellie Woolnough

4th Prize - Wendy Power

5th Prize - Maggie Nichols

6th Prize - Pepper Anderson

Total Raised $1358.60

Important date to add to your calendar FREE Preventive Dental Program Royal Flying Doctor Service will be onsite at Swansea Primary School Term 2 from the 12th of May.  Permission forms will be sent home in week 1 of Term 2.

e-Safety sessions coming to Swansea Primary School in May!

With the school holidays fast approaching, it is a good time to reflect on the importance of keeping our children safe online. Technology is an integral part of our daily lives, so it is vital to prioritise the online safety of our children and young people. This helps them understand how to safely navigate the digital space.

Here are some tips and resources to help you when considering e-safety for your children.

⭐ Educate: Teach your children about the potential risks online, including cyberbullying and privacy concerns. Explain how to recognise suspicious behaviour and the steps they should take if they encounter something uncomfortable or threatening. Encourage them to think critically about the content they view and share, and the people they interact with online.

For e-safety education resources designed for children, see Kids | eSafety Commissioner

For resources designed for teens, see: Young People | eSafety Commissioner

⭐ Monitor: Keep an eye on their online activities and use parental controls to set boundaries. Check out the Parental Control factsheet on the e-Safety Commissioner website for more details on steps you can take to improve e-safety through parental controls.

⭐ Communicate: Encourage open discussions with your children about their online experiences and reassure them they can come to you with any issues. It is important to have ongoing conversations about digital safety – with the online landscape changing rapidly, children and young people are often the first to adopt these changes. Continually touching base on these topics allows you to monitor what is happening while also ensuring their safety.

To find comprehensive info on e-safety, as well as some great links and resources, check out:  DECYP Staying Safe Online fact sheet

There’s so much school holiday fun happening at TMAG from 12-17 April for Lift Off! Children and Young People’s Festival. ?✨? To kick off the exciting program of events and activities, on Friday 11 April, we have a special ticketed event: Lift Off Up Late! ? ?? ? ? ?️ ? ? Photo-booth selfies, a silent disco, yummy snacks, and galleries by torchlight: experience TMAG alive after dark! Book this special adult-free event for young people aged 10-15. ✨Lift Off Up Late ?️ Friday 11 April 2025 ⏰ 6:00pm - 8:00 pm ?️ $15.00 per person and includes a drink/snack and entry to all activities across the evening. Bookings for Lift Off! Up Late is essential - head to https://www.trybooking.com/DABRP to grab your tickets!

Open Space Survey

Open Spaces Walking and Cycling Survey

Glamorgan Spring Bay Council is developing an Open Space, Walking, and Cycling Strategy. As part of a comprehensive consultation process, the community survey aims to gather important insights about how local residents use, perceive, and prioritize open spaces, parks, and walking/cycling paths throughout the Glamorgan Spring Bay region. By collecting data on demographics, recreational habits, and open space usage, the survey will help identify areas for improvement, highlight gaps in infrastructure, and enhance the overall experience for the community.