Welcome Back To Term 2!
We hope the start of term has been an enjoyable one for you and your child.
Book Fair
To start our term, our library at Regency Park has been transformed into a magnificent space where our young readers’ book dreams have come true! We have been overwhelmed by the incredible response from our community, which helps us continue to grow our library collection.
The Book Fair would not be possible without Emma Brown, who does an exceptional job maintaining our library. The logistics involved in bringing the annual Book Fair to life are immense, and we are so grateful for all of Emma’s hard work.
A very big thank you also goes to the many staff members and parent helpers who supported Emma throughout the week. Your generous assistance has been truly appreciated.
Finally, thank you to our Library Captains who went above and beyond in promoting the Book Fair…their enthusiasm was absolutely infectious!
ANZAC Commemorations
Our school community came together to acknowledge and honour ANZAC Day with a number of meaningful commemorations.
Our Year 6 leaders were invited to attend the local service at the Tim Neville Arboretum, where they had the honour of laying a wreath on behalf of our school. They represented our community with pride and respect, and we are incredibly proud of the way they conducted themselves. We extend our sincere thanks to the Rotary Club for their organisation and support of this important local event.
At school, our School and Flag Captains led a commemorative service, demonstrating outstanding leadership and setting a respectful tone. Students were invited to lay flowers at the base of the flagpole as a gesture of remembrance, creating a powerful and reflective moment for our community.
We thank our captains for their leadership and all students and staff for their respectful participation in recognising this significant occasion.
Every Day Counts
The central message from the Education Department, and at Regency Park, is simple: every day counts when it comes to school attendance. As a school, we monitor student absence data closely and work to understand the reasons behind absences.
We absolutely recognise that school is not the place for unwell children, and we understand that special family events or trips don’t always align with school holidays. However, we ask families to be mindful of the impact that frequent absences can have on a child’s learning, social connections, and sense of belonging.
We have also noticed an increase in late arrivals. Our classrooms are open from 8:50am each morning, and this time plays an important role in supporting a smooth transition into the school day. It allows students to settle in, connect with their peers and teacher, and get organised for learning which starts promptly at 9:00am. When students arrive late, they can miss important information and may find it harder to begin the day confidently.
Thank you for your continued support in ensuring your child attends school regularly and arrives on time, because it’s true, every day really does count.
Celebrating Education Week 2026!
Every child, every opportunity…these words truly reflect everything we stand for at Regency Park Primary School. As we look across each week and the exciting opportunities on offer, there is always something to look forward to, something that broadens our students’ horizons and deepens their learning.
The statewide theme for Education Week 2026 is ‘Showcase your School.’ As we celebrate Education Week 2026, our staff have chosen to open our doors and shine a light on our ‘bread and butter,’ the core learning experiences that lie at the heart of education at Regency Park. Our teachers have planned fun and engaging activities for families to join in, offering a glimpse into our everyday teaching.
Like last year, we have streamlined our approach to make it easier for families, especially those with multiple children at our school. We will be open for classroom visits on Wednesday 20th May from 2:00 to 3:15pm. In addition, families are invited to attend selected specialist classes throughout the week.
We will also be marking the occasion with a special Education Week assembly on Monday 18th May at 9:00am.
Further information will be posted on Compass early next week. We look forward to celebrating the many things that make learning at Regency Park so special. Insert general photos of students learning.
Regency Rangers
At our first school assembly for Term 2, the Sustainability Captains shared some exciting news about a new student leadership initiative: the Regency Rangers.
This group is dedicated to promoting a clean and environmentally friendly school, with members proudly wearing a badge to recognise their commitment to keeping our school “clean and green.”
Each class from Year 1 to 6, will nominate one student through a process similar to selecting our SVT representatives, where students present a short speech to their own class and are voted in by their peers.
We are looking forward to working with students who take pride in maintaining a tidy school environment, encouraging others to do the right thing by putting rubbish in the bin.
Taste of Prep
As part of Education Week, we are excited to invite our prospective 2027 Prep students to join us for a “Taste of Prep” session. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to experience the fun and engaging learning that takes place in our Prep classrooms, meet our teachers, and begin to feel comfortable in their new school environment.
The session will be held on Friday 22nd May from 9:15–10:00am. Families are warmly invited to join their child for the session, and children are encouraged to bring along a special teddy for some fun and games.
Families can register their child for the session here. We look forward to welcoming our future Prep students and their families to our school community! Insert flyer
Every child. Every opportunity.
With courage and commitment,
Allyson Kocaj
Principal