3 July 2026
Welcome to week 11 - Term 2 - 2026!
“Let your hook be always cast; in the pool where you least expect it,
there will be a fish.” Seeding serendipity
IN THIS EDITION:
• Reviewed Student Dress Guidelines
• Staffing Update for Semester 2
• Student Accident Insurance and Private Property brought to school
• Naplan Results
• Food for thought
• NAIDOC Art Club
• Year 5/6 RoboClub
• Upcoming events & promotions
KEY DATES:
- 📅 Pupil free day: Monday 20th and Tuesday 21st July
ASSEMBLY DATES TERM 3:
• 31 July- Leaders Assembly
• 14 August- Year 3 Assembly
• 28 August- Year 2 Assembly
• 11 Sept- Year 1 Assembly
• 25 Sept- Leaders Assembly
Reviewed Student Dress Guidelines
The School Board has recently reviewed and endorsed the updated Coolbinia Primary School Student Dress Guidelines, ensuring they continue to reflect Department of Education expectations while supporting student wellbeing, safety, and a strong sense of belonging. The guidelines are intended to promote equity, reduce peer pressure, and help all students feel connected to our school community.
Importantly, the review has introduced several practical adjustments to provide families with greater flexibility during the colder and wetter winter months. Students may now wear plain white, black, or bottle-green long-sleeve underlayers beneath their school polo shirt, as well as plain black or bottle-green non-hooded puffer jackets for additional warmth. On particularly wet days, raincoats of any colour may be worn when travelling to and from school and during outdoor play. These changes recognise the realities of the winter season while maintaining a neat and consistent school appearance.
The revised guidelines continue to support a positive, inclusive school culture by providing clear expectations for student dress while allowing sensible flexibility for comfort and weather conditions. Families facing difficulties in obtaining uniform items are encouraged to contact the Principal so that appropriate support or alternative arrangements can be discussed.
As part of the review, the School Board also reaffirmed a small number of dress items that are not permitted at school. These include denim jackets, commercial retail hoodies, surf wear, and sports-branded track jackets, as well as clothing displaying logos or insignia unrelated to the school. Thongs and slip-on footwear are also not permitted due to safety considerations. These expectations help maintain fairness, support student safety, and ensure that the focus remains on learning.
We thank our families for their ongoing support of the school dress guidelines. By working together, we help create a positive learning environment where all students can feel proud to be part of the Coolbinia Primary School community.
The Dress Guidelines can be found on the school
website.
Staffing Update for Semester 2
As we commence Semester 2, we have several staffing changes to share with our community.
Mr Luke Erceg has been presented with a wonderful opportunity to take on an Acting Deputy Principal position at Burrendah Primary School for the remainder of the year. This is a fantastic recognition of Luke’s leadership capabilities, and we wish him every success in this exciting role. We look forward to welcoming him back to Coolbinia Primary School in 2027.
We are also delighted to welcome back Krithika Srinivasan, who will be teaching our Year 3 class for the remainder of the year. Many families will remember Krithika from her previous time at Coolbinia, and we are confident she will be a wonderful addition to the team.
At the same time, our Deputy Principal, Aimee Anfuso, is embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime family adventure and will return to Coolbinia in 2027. We wish Aimee and her family a safe and memorable journey.
We are pleased to welcome Hannah Klauz, who will join us in Semester 2 to undertake Aimee’s Deputy Principal role. Hannah brings valuable experience and will work closely with staff, students, and families to ensure a smooth transition and continuity of support for our school community.
These opportunities
reflect the strength of our staff and the positive reputation of Coolbinia Primary School. We are confident that our students will continue to thrive and enjoy a successful second half of the year.
Student Accident Insurance and
Private Property brought to School.
Parents and guardians are reminded that the Department of Education (DoE) does not hold accident insurance, and parents/guardians are responsible for paying the cost of medical treatment for injured students, including the cost of ambulance attendance or transport. There are student accident insurance policies available for parents from commercial insurers. We do not make any recommendations on these policies, and parents are encouraged to find a suitable personal accident insurer themselves if they so desire.
Similarly, the DoE does not hold insurance for personal property brought to schools, and it has no capacity to pay for any loss or damage to such property. Please be assured that we will take all care should a child bring a particularly valuable item to school; however, we cannot be held responsible.
If a child must bring a phone to school, it is a ministerial requirement that we ask them to hand it to the teacher or the office for safe keeping, being returned at the end of the day.
NAPLAN Results
A number of parents have recently enquired about the release of this year’s NAPLAN results. We have been advised that student reports are expected to arrive during the first week of next term and will be distributed to families as soon as they are received by the school.
We understand that many families are eager to view their child’s results, and we appreciate your patience. I will provide a further update to the community once we return from the school holidays and have confirmation of the delivery date.
While NAPLAN provides a useful snapshot of student learning, it is only one part of a much broader picture. We are incredibly proud of the growth, effort, and achievements our students demonstrate every day, and we look forward to celebrating their continued progress throughout the remainder of the year.
Thank you for your ongoing support. I wish all families a safe, restful, and enjoyable holiday break.
Food for thought
Encouraging Curiosity and Opportunity in Our Children.
Recent research has shown that children can develop important traits like being proactive, having a sense of humour, being open to new experiences, and trying new ideas that help them discover unexpected opportunities.
These traits aren’t fixed; they can be nurtured and developed over time. When children take initiative and think ahead, they’re more likely to find themselves in situations where exciting opportunities can arise. These behaviours help them overcome challenges and open doors to future success. In fact, studies show that these qualities are linked to better job prospects, higher incomes, and even long-term success for young entrepreneurs.
By encouraging these habits at school and at home, we can help our children build a strong foundation for a bright, adaptable future.
NAIDOC Art Club
Our NAIDOC Art Club has been buzzing with creativity as students came together at lunchtime to celebrate this year's NAIDOC Week through art. It has been wonderful to see students from across the school sharing ideas, learning about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and creating vibrant artworks inspired by this important celebration. Well done to everyone who took part!
Year 5/6 RoboClub
Finishes a Fantastic Term!
The Year 5/6 RoboClub has wrapped up a fantastic Term 2, with 23 enthusiastic students spending the past ten weeks developing their skills in robotics, coding, engineering, and problem-solving.
Throughout the term, students worked with LEGO SPIKE Prime and LEGO EV3 robotics kits, learning how to build and program their robots to move accurately, make turns, drive geometric shapes, and navigate obstacle courses. As their confidence grew, students tackled more advanced challenges by integrating touch, colour, and distance sensors into their programs, enabling their robots to respond to their surroundings and complete increasingly complex tasks.
One of the highlights of the term was our RoboClub Open Session, where parents, siblings, and other family members were invited to visit and see the students' learning in action. It was wonderful to see so many families attend, with students proudly showcasing their robots, explaining how they programmed them, and inviting family members to participate in some of the challenges. The afternoon was a great success and a fitting celebration of the students' hard work and achievements throughout the term.
Congratulations to all of our Term 2 RoboClub students on their enthusiasm, creativity, and persistence.
We now look forward to the Term 3/4 RoboClub, where a new group of selected Year 5 and Year 6 students will begin their own robotics journey and explore the exciting world of coding, robotics, and engineering.
Upcoming events and promotions
Mount Lawley School Dental Therapy Centre July 2026 School Holidays
The Mount Lawley School Dental Therapy Centre will remain open during the July school holidays, except Monday 13 July 2026.
Emergency dental care only:
Mount Lawley DTC: (08) 9271 5561 (8:00 am–4:00 pm)
Monday 13 July only: Tuart Hill DTC – (08) 9344 1585 (8:00 am–4:00 pm)
Outside these hours: Emergency Dental Helpline – 1800 098 818 or contact your private dentist.
The dental staff wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday!
Chess For Life – School Chess Club (Years 2–6)
Would your child like to learn chess, build confidence, and make new friends?
Chess For Life has been running primary school chess clubs and tournaments for over 25 years at schools including Subiaco PS, Wembley PS, and Wesley College.
Chess helps students develop:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Concentration and memory
- Creativity and planning skills
- Confidence and friendships
- Healthy engagement away from screens
Students in Years 2–6 are welcome to join.
Cost: $175 per term
Bookings and information:
www.perthchessschool.com.au
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