Dear Parents and Carers
Thank You, Room 13!
A huge thank you to Room 13 and Mr Cutler for their brilliant assembly this morning! Their performance, “The Year That Was: 2025,” had it all — humour, acting, and plenty of great information. It was wonderful to see so many budding media personalities and superstars in the making sharing highlights from the year.
Well done to all the students for their creativity, confidence, and teamwork — what a fantastic way to celebrate the year!
Class Placements for 2026
As we reach the end of Week 2, with just eight weeks remaining in the school year, planning for 2026 is well underway.
As mentioned in previous newsletters, some of our classes each year are composite classes, where two year levels are combined in one classroom. Because our funding is based on total student numbers rather than year levels, composite classes are an important and necessary part of our structure.
At East Victoria Park Primary School, we form all classes—composite or single-year—with great care to ensure a balanced mix of abilities, friendships, and learning needs. There is no academic advantage or disadvantage to being in a composite class; students continue to learn the curriculum for their specific year level, and teachers work collaboratively across year levels to plan and deliver programs.
Where possible, we aim to avoid placing students in a composite class two years in a row. If your child is placed in a composite class for 2026, please view it as a positive opportunity for growth and learning. We appreciate your support and encouragement in helping your child embrace their new class with confidence.
Providing Input for 2026 Placements
If you have any information you would like us to consider when making class placements for 2026, please email me at kim.knowles@education.wa.edu.au by Friday, 7 November 2025, using the subject line “Class Placement 2026.”
We will take into account academic, social, and emotional factors when considering placement requests. While every request will be carefully reviewed, please note that it may not always be possible to accommodate all preferences.
If your child will not be returning to East Victoria Park Primary School in 2026, please complete the form at the link below:
Not Returning in 2026 – Fill in form
Please see the Class Placement Policy for further details.
Ensuring Safe Parking for the Well-being of Our Children
The safety of our students is our top priority, and responsible driver behaviour plays a crucial role in creating a secure environment for everyone. We understand that mornings and afternoons can be hectic, but with your cooperation, we can make the school drop-off and pick-up process smooth and safe.
Here are a few reminders:
1. Follow Designated Drop-off and Pick-up Zones: Please use the designated area for drop-off and pick-up. This zone is placed in a way to facilitate a smooth flow of traffic.
2. Do not use the staff car park: This is for Education Support Centre students only and is not to be used at any time for pick up or drop off.
3. Avoid Double Parking: Double parking can create unnecessary congestion and pose risks to pedestrians and other drivers. Please find a legal parking space, even if it requires a short walk.
4. Model Safe Behaviour: As parents and carers, your actions speak volumes to our children. By demonstrating safe parking practices, you set an excellent example for our young learners.
By working together to observe these guidelines, we can create a safer and more organised environment for everyone. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in fostering a culture of safety within our school community.
Please, please follow our guidelines and keep everyone safe.
Have a great weekend
Kim Knowles
Principal
Merit Certificates
| ECE 1 | Nathan |
| ECE 3 | Ruairidh |
| Room 1 | Leo |
| Room 2 | Aashreya |
| Room 3 | Sam |
| Room 4 | Ali |
| Room 5 | Kane |
| Room 6 | Charlotte |
| Room 7 | Tristan |
| Room 8 | Shannan |
| Room 9 | Derick |
| Room 10 | Farah |
| Room 12 | Murat |
| Room 13 | Zan |
| Room 14 | Lena |
| PE Award | Fatima Room 8 |
| PBS Medallion Award | Macy Room 6 |
| PBS Medallion Award | Zadie Room 9 |
Student Voice – What’s Happening Around Our School
Kavithma
This afternoon, our school is hosting a Halloween Disco to have fun and celebrate the spooky season! All students who have bought tickets are encouraged to come along and enjoy the music and lights while dancing with friends. The disco is a chance to have fun, relax, and make the most of the night.
The Kindy, Pre-primary, Year 1 and Year 2 disco will run from 4:15 to 5:30 pm, and the Years 3–6 disco will be from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.
We hope everyone who comes has an amazing time!
Lance
From 21 October to 2 November, Belmont Forum is hosting the first-ever Community Pumpkin Trail, where families can enjoy free entertainment, including face painting and a trick-or-treat hunt.
Room 12’s unique jack-o’-lantern-inspired artwork will be displayed at the Forum, along with pieces from other primary schools. Visitors can follow the Halloween trail to view all the artworks and then cast their vote for their favourite!
Congratulations, Room 12—we can’t wait to see your art on display and hopefully see you voted as one of the favourites!
Johan
The Maths Olympiad is a prestigious competition that challenges high-achieving students in.
Years 5 and 6 across Australia and New Zealand. This year, 30 students from Rooms 7, 8, 9 and 10 were selected to take part in four separate competition rounds throughout the year.
Participants
Evee, Austin, Patrick, Johan, Toby, Uudam, Hanna, Nathan, Zachary, Casey, Edith, Kavithma, Hugo, Jared, Tien, Zumsel, Zenta, Lance, Zadie, Charlotte, Theo, Amber, Mujtuba, Alice, Tyler, Bogdan, Sofia, Rachael, and Sameeha.
Congratulations to these amazing mathematicians—let’s give them a round of applause!
In our team, we had two top scorers—congratulations to Evee (Room 9) and Austin (Room 8), who placed first in our team and ranked in the Top 40% of all teams in the competition. Please come forward to receive your High Achiever Medallions (presented by Mrs Knowles). Congratulations, Evee and Austin!
A special mention also goes to Patrick and Johan from Room 9, who placed second in our team and ranked in the Top 40%, and to Toby from Room 10, who placed third and ranked in the Top 50%.
Congratulations again to all our Maths Olympiad competitors!
🚲 Ride to School Day – Tuesday 4th November! 🎉
Get ready to roll! On Tuesday 4th November, we’re encouraging all students to ride their bikes to school as part of the YourMove initiative promoting active, healthy travel. Feel free to decorate your bike— Bring your brightest bike bling. 🎨✨ Everyone who rides will receive a prize, thanks to YourMove. While there won’t be a formal event or group ride this year, it’s a great chance to celebrate healthy habits and independent travel. Make your journey to school fun, healthy and an adventure! Organised by the Safer Roads Group of P&C.
Community Pumpkin Trail at Belmont Forum
We are excited to share that Room 12 has proudly taken part in the first-ever Community Pumpkin Trail at Belmont Forum! In celebration of creativity and community spirit, Belmont Forum has partnered with local primary schools to create unique jack-o’-lantern-inspired artworks. These vibrant pumpkin creations will be displayed throughout the centre from October 21 to November 2.
Families are invited to visit Belmont Forum, follow the Pumpkin Trail, and vote for their favourite design! The school with the most-loved creation will receive a $500 Belmont Forum Gift Card, and voters also go in the draw to win a $250 Belmont Forum Gift Card. Our Room 12 pumpkin is ready and on display Wednesday, so be sure to visit, enjoy the trail, and show your support by voting for our school’s entry!
Massed Choir Festival
In Week 10 of Term 3, just before the September holidays, our talented Senior Choir proudly represented EVPPS at the Massed Choir Festival. It was an incredible experience, with 13 schools and around 550 students coming together to perform at the Perth High Performance Centre in Mount Claremont. The Senior Choir worked hard to memorise 11 songs and actions to perform. The concert was a wonderful celebration of music, teamwork, and joy — a memorable highlight to finish the term!
Alison Motherwell
Music Teacher
EVPPS Metronet Artwork
“From little things big things grow”…. This awesome art display features on Long Park’s pylons and playground, under the train line from Carlisle Station to Oats St station- created from drawings that our Year 1 students did last year! They’re famous! How FABULOUS is that?!🤩
Communicare
At EVPPS, we’re passionate about supporting families in “Growing Great Kids in Victoria Park.” That’s why we’ve partnered with Communicare to bring you a series of Pop-Up Family Afternoons: friendly, informal events designed to connect families with local services that promote positive parenting and child development.
✨ Our next session is happening Wednesday 29th October, from 2:30–4:00pm on Mrs Gerovich’s Kindy verandah.
It’s the perfect time to drop by – at school pick-up or while the kids enjoy some playtime on the playground. Come along, say hello, and discover what Communicare has to offer your family.
Uniform Concepts
We would like to welcome you to our Willetton Super Store conveniently located at
30 Kembla Way, Willetton, WA 6155. A one stop shop for all your quality school uniform requirements. Our friendly, experienced staff will make buying uniforms a breeze!
DURING TERM 4 2025
All new students are encouraged to make an appointment with the uniform shop for a
fitting during Term 4, thus avoiding long queues in January. Appointments can be made by
contacting the uniform shop on 9270 4669. Please note that the most popular times for appointments are after 3pm weekdays and Saturday mornings so book early to avoid disappointment.
Why not take advantage of our $20 Layby service?
Visit our store during Term 4 and secure your Back-to-School uniform order with just a $20
deposit, pay off the balance and collect your order before 24 January to avoid the rush, long queues, and last-minute panic!
Online Ordering available by visiting our website: nellgray.com.au
OPENING TIMES
Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri: 9am – 5pm
Thursday: 9am – 6pm
Saturday: 9am – 1pm
Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays & partly during term breaks.
Please telephone for details. Closed for the Festive Season from 6pm on Thursday 18 Dec 2025 until 9am on Monday 5 Jan 2026.
Tel: 08 9270 4669 Email: willetton@uc.nellgray.com.au Website: nellgray.com.au