Dear parents and carers,

As we move into the final month of the school year, there’s a noticeable shift in the rhythm around Subiaco Primary School. Classrooms are still buzzing with learning, teachers are finalising end-of-year reports, and leadership teams and staff are underway in planning for 2026.

It’s also the time of year when our students start to feel the effects of a very full term. They’re tired, they’re working hard, and just as you may see at home, they need a little extra patience and encouragement. Despite the fatigue, they continue to show enormous resilience. We are incredibly proud of how far they have come and of the growth each child has made this year.

This final stretch is a valuable time for reflection, celebration and ensuring every student finishes the year feeling supported, known and proud of themselves.

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Instrumental Music Concert – Perth Modern School
What a wonderful evening we shared at our Annual Instrumental Music Concert on Wednesday night at Perth Modern. It was fantastic to see so many families come together to celebrate our young musicians.

Our students have shown commitment and persistence throughout the year and their hard work truly came together on stage. We enjoyed performances across violins, violas, double bass, flutes, clarinets, trumpets and cellos, and every student should feel proud of what they achieved.

A heartfelt thankyou to our talented IMSS staff:
• Helen Milner – String Ensemble, Violin & Viola
• Kristy Malcolm – Double Bass
• Ela Kwasny – Flute
• Kiara Wild – Clarinet
• Lindsay Timms – Brass
• Alita Monkhurst – Cello

And a special thank-you to our Music teacher, Frank Cianfagna, for coordinating the event so seamlessly.

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Edu-Dance
The music drifting from the undercover area is hard to miss, and I’m doing my best not to peek so I don’t spoil the surprise! Students are rehearsing with huge enthusiasm, and the excitement is really building.

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Junior Playground Update
A major milestone is approaching. On Monday, I will attend the Practical Completion meeting for our new junior playground. Once this step is signed off, the temporary fencing will come down and the playground will officially open. We are very close now, and the students are eagerly counting down the days.

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Public School Review
On Wednesday 2 December, I will be off-site participating in a Public School Review with a School and Principal Review Director. This work provides valuable professional insight and contributes to strengthening school improvement across our system.

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Final Assembly for 2024
Our final whole-school assembly for the year will be held on Thursday 4 December. Everyone is warmly invited. Our Year 3 classes, M1 and M2, will be hosting and performing and they are very excited to finish the year on a high note.

Thank you for your continued support as we head into the final weeks of term. It is a busy time, but also a joyful one, and we look forward to finishing the year together with PRIDE.

Heather McNeil

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Last term, our Years 4–6 students took part in our annual South Australian Wellbeing and Engagement Survey. The wellbeing indicators we receive represent potential levers for school improvement and may provide our staff with information about the Personal and Social Capabilities described in the Australian Curriculum. I would like to share some key longitudinal results from over the last 3 years.

AT SCHOOL

• The term ‘school belonging’ is improving with students indicating that they are feeling more connected and valued at school
• Students feel there is less physical bullying
• School climate improving – overall tone of the school environment, including the way teachers and students interact and how students treat each other

Digging Deeper – a major focus

• Students noted that they feel less of a connection to adults (a student having at least one adult who provides support to them)
• Verbal (3.3% of each year level) and social (3.2% of each year level) reported weekly bullying
• 31% of girls in Year 6 reported low emotional wellbeing

AT HOME

• 89% of students report eating breakfast every day
• More students feel like they are getting a better sleep
• 79 students read for fun 5+ days a week and 49 students for fun 3-4 days a week

Digging Deeper – a focus for home

• 21% of students in the hour before you go to sleep, do you use an electronic device (for example mobile phone, iPad, tablet, PC, game console, TV, music player) every day of the week
• 42 students use a phone or the Internet to text or chat with friends and/or go on social networking sites like Facebook, Instagram, or Snapchat for 5+ days a week

The information gathered gives us valuable insights that help Subiaco Primary and its community to continue to support the wellbeing and engagement of all our students now and into the future.

Alan Ramsey

The energy is building, the moves are coming together, and the rhythm is in full swing! Yes – it’s nearly time for our Edu Dance Concerts! 💃🕺

📍 Location: Undercover Area
👥 Audience seating by: 2:05 pm
⏰ Students seated by: 2:10 pm
🎭 Concerts start promptly at: 2:15 pm
 

Please check below for the dates, times, and classes performing in each concert.

(Note: Classes are not listed in performance order.)

Friday 12 December Edu Dance Red Start 2.15 pm	Monday 15 December Edu Dance Blue Start 2.15 pm	Tuesday 16 December Edu Dance Green Start 2.15pm
Yr 5 U5 Yr 4 L1 P/P EC4 Yr 1 LP5 Yr 2 L6 Yr 1/2 LP2 Yr 3 M1 Yr 6 U7 Yr 6 U8	P/P* EC3 Yr 4/5 U4 Yr 5 U2 Yr 2 L5 Yr 3 L9 Yr 3 L2 Yr 1 LP1 Yr 6 U3 Yr 4 M4	Yr 2 L3 P/P EC1 P/P EC2 Yr 4 M3 Yr 6 U6 Yr 5 U1 Yr 3 M2 Yr 1 LP3 Yr 2 LP4

🌟 “Bring your applause and your dancing shoes – it’s showtime!” 🌟

Peter Hayward

WOW November you have delivered the good times!

We would like to thank the entire school community for helping make 2025 such a successful year for the P&C. 
A huge thanks to our Subiaco families, staff and children who attended events, volunteered their time and paid their voluntary contributions. The P&C and what it contributes to the school is only as strong as the people that support it - without you, none of this could happen.  If you would like to find out more about the P&C, what we do and how you can get involved, take a look at our page on the school's website.

🌈Thank you, thank you, thank you! 🌈
Our Family Colour Fun Run on Saturday 9 November was an absolute blast — a bright, joy-filled explosion of colour, laughter, and community spirit!

A huge thank you to every single volunteer who helped make the magic happen. Whether you were setting up, manning stations during the run, throwing colour like a pro, corralling kids, packing away, cheering kids on, or helping behind the scenes — we could not have done it without you! Your time, energy, and enthusiasm turned this into another awesome afternoon for our school community.

Events like this are what make our school special, and we are so grateful for the support, smiles, and hands-on help that kept everything running smoothly.

And....

💦 What a Splash! 💦
A huge thank you to everyone who came along to celebrate the opening of our school pool for the summer season! It was such a fantastic afternoon — the perfect kick-off to months of sunshine and swimming.

With music playing, kids splashing, families relaxing, and plenty of food and fun to go around, the pool was buzzing with energy from start to finish. Your enthusiasm and support made the event feel truly special.

We’re so glad you could join us, and we can’t wait to see you back at the pool throughout the summer. Here’s to many more warm afternoons and cool dips! ☀️🏊‍♀️💦

This is your reminder that pool passes are now available for purchase online, OR at the uniform shop Tuesday & Thursday 8.30am – 10.30am.

• 2025/26 Season family pass - $200 - allows you and your immediate family to visit the pool as many times as you like.
• Ten visit pass - $65 - a pass is required for each person swimming in the pool, regardless of age but is no longer required for non-swimmers.

Pool Party, Fun Party – Book Now!
Looking for the coolest way to celebrate a birthday, sports wind-up or summer catch-up? Our Subiaco Primary School Pool is open for PARTY BOOKINGS, and it’s the perfect place for guaranteed fun!

💧 2-hour party: $350
💧 3-hour extended splash session: $450

You get the whole pool area to yourselves — music, sunshine, laughter and BBQs included!

Beat the heat, make a splash, and create the easiest party you’ll ever host. Spots will fill fast, so dive in and book your summer pool party today! 💙🏊‍♂️

BOOK NOW to secure your date!

Several of our committee members will be moving on next year, so we are looking for eager volunteers to fill these roles in 2026. If you enjoy being part of our school community and want to make a real difference (without taking on too much!), we’d love to hear from you!

🌟 Events Admin Coordinator – Love planning, lists and organising from home? This behind-the-scenes hero helps prepare everything before the big day.

🌟 Events Ops Coordinator – Prefer being hands-on and feel like you’re a doer? This role is all about bringing the event to life, guiding volunteers, and creating that fun buzz on the day.

General Events & Fundraising Committee members:
Join a great team of volunteers to help organise our fantastic events and fundraising activities If you have events, graphic design, communications or events experience or just enthusiasm to get involved in our school community, please contact our Events & Fundraising Coordinator Veronica Wilshaw at events@subiprimarypc.com.au

Vice-President/Uniform Shop Coordinator:
In 2025, we will be introducing a second Vice-President role to represent the P&C and support the Coordination of the Uniform shop and other P&C roles and committees. If you think you might be interested, please email Jo van Gorkum at president@subiprimarypc.com.au

Co-Secretary:
Responsible for issuing agendas and taking minutes for P&C meetings, twice a term, and maintaining P&C records. If you’re organised and think you might be interested, please contact Co-Secretary Daisy Rowe at secretary@subiprimarypc.com.au

CLP Coordinator:
The CLP Coordinator shares information with the CLPs and supports them in fulfilling their role. They also provide a link with the school administration and P&C Executive. If you’d like to find out more about this role please contact Catie Parsons – clp@subiaco.primary.pc.com.au

There will be plenty of support for the new roles from current and former P&C members, and the outgoing members will provide handovers and assistance as required. Subiaco Primary has a wonderful school community, and we encourage you to be an active part of it!

Penrhos College scholarship applications for students entering Year 7-9 in 2027.

We have a full suite of scholarships on offer to celebrate students for their academic and/or extra-curricular strengths, including our Foundation Impact Scholarship that offers an incredible 95% remission of tuition. This scholarship has been designed for students who would thrive in Penrhos’ stimulating environment but would otherwise be unable to attend for financial reasons.

For more information about Penrhos College scholarships, visit penrhos.wa.edu.au/scholarships.

Applications close on Wednesday, 4 February 2026 at 9.00pm (AWST).
If you have any questions about our 2027 scholarships or require additional information/material, please don't hesitate to contact our Enrolments Office via enrol@penrhos.wa.edu.au or 08 9368 9668.

Birthday Celebrations
If your child’s birthday falls on a school day and you would like bring in a treat for the class, please consider healthy, nut free alternatives. Commercially bought, individual cup cakes are acceptable but due to our healthy eating policy we would rather parents not provide chocolates or lollies.

Student Absences
Enter an Attendance Note on Compass
A parent explanation is required for all student absences. Please enter this on Compass. Parent reminders will be emailed every Monday for any unexplained absences.

Updating School Records
If your address, telephone number or email address has changed, please contact the school office.

Publications Permission
Upon enrolment, parents decide whether to give consent for their child’s name, photo or work to be published in school newsletters, school related activities, promotional material for the Department of Education and articles for the West Australian and community newspapers. This consent continues for your child while enrolled at our school. If at any stage you want to change the permission status, then you will need to notify the office in writing.

Uniform Shop Trading Hours for the Commencement of School in 2026.
Wednesday 28 January 8.30am-12.30pm (new families’ priority shopping)
Thursday 29 January 8.30am-12.30pm
Friday 30 January 8.30am-12.30pm

Monday 2 February 8.30am-12.30pm (first day of school)
Tuesday 3 February 8.30am-12.30pm
Wednesday 4 February 8.30am-12.30pm
Thursday 5 February 8.30am-12.30pm

Thank you to all the parents who have donated good condition uniforms for the preloved rack. I am still seeking Gold Polos in all sizes, Kindy/Pre-primary polos, skorts and shorts in larger sizes. If you are donating, please ensure the items are washed and in good condition for another child to enjoy wearing.

As the end of Term approaches rapidly, enjoy shopping for your child’s requirements before the Uniform Shop closes on Thursday 18 December. Every uniform requirement is available now!

During Term the Uniform Shop is open Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8.30am till 10.30am or you can order online at shop.subiprimarypc.com.au and I will deliver the items to your child’s classroom promptly.

Shan
Uniform Shop Coordinator

Low Waste Christmas Workshops
Have a merry low waste Christmas with these hands-on workshops! Grab tickets for yourself and a friend to enjoy a fun, festive, and informative session, and come away with unique sustainable gifts ready to go under the tree.

Beeswax Wraps & Furoshiki Gift Wrapping
Town of Mosman Park
Date: Wednesday 10 December
Time: 6pm - 7:30pm
Location: Alf Adams Pavillion
Cost: $5
Book here: https://events.humanitix.com/low-waste-christmas-mp?mc_cid=308dac76db&mc_eid=8d757e583b

Coffee Scrub & Foaming Cleanser
Town of Claremont
Date: Wednesday 3 December
Time: 2pm - 3:30pm
Location: Bay View Community Centre
Cost: $5
Book here: https://events.humanitix.com/low-waste-workshop-claremont?mc_cid=308dac76db&mc_eid=8d757e583b

Christmas at Subiaco Library
Festive cheer has hit the shelves at Subiaco Library! From a bauble counting competition to a special post box all the way from the North Pole - there's plenty of fun to be had. Post your letters to Santa and pick up your responses from our front desk elves. Visit in person to enter our bauble counting competition and to find out more.

Twilight Trail
The Subiaco Twilight Trail is back to light up the night, with eight spectacular large-scale installations that weave a trail through the heart of Subiaco.This year, the trail includes the iconic golden tree, a big Santa with a present, and a giant gold and red hot air balloon. Plus, don’t forget to scan the QR code at each installation to unlock augmented reality magic as part of the Twinkling Treasure Hunt!

Santa is coming to Subiaco
Join us for our end of year Christmas Storytime with special guests Santa and his awesome elf helper. A fun session with Christmas stories, songs, summer snacks, giant games and sensory activities. Perfect for families with little ones under five.

Tuesday 9 December | 10.30am
Rankin Gardens | Free

Carols in the Park
VoiceworksPLUS invites the community to the annual Carols in the Park. Bring a picnic, relax, and sing along!

Wednesday 10 December | 6.00pm
Lake Jualbup | Free

Have your say on the new civic building and gardens
The City is eager to hear from the community about the indoor and outdoor community spaces at the new civic precinct. To have your say on this project visit the City's website and complete the survey or attend an upcoming listening post event.

www.haveyoursay.subiaco.wa.gov.au/civic-precinct

Community consultation will be open from Friday 14 November to Wednesday 31 December 2025

"Winni Wizard and Her Magical Smells"
After sell outs in Melbourne and Sydney, The Wacky Wizard goes West with her hilarious hijinx stuffed with even more enchantment, calamities and laughs that make you fart.

Venue: The Old Mill Theatre, Mends St, South Perth
Dates: Wed 21st – Sun 25th January
Times: 2.00pm Wed- Fri, 11.30am & 2.00pm Sat & Sun
Running time: 50mins
Target age: 4 - 12 year olds
Tickets on sale now: Fringe World Childrens Events

20% off promo code to use: FRIENDSOFWINNI.

For other community classes, activities and events that are available to families in Subiaco please click HERE.

SUBIACO PRIMARY SCHOOL
271 Bagot Rd, Subiaco WA 6008.
Phone: 08 9207 7900
Email: subiaco.ps@education.wa.edu.au