Term 4, Week 3 | 2025
BEFORE YOU READ!!!!
- This is a new newsletter template we are trialling in Term 4. We hope that this format is more accessible for our families.
- To access information that is relevant for you, click on the drop down headers to access additional information. There is no longer a need to click through a menu to access different pages of the newsletter.
- LASTLY ... our Community Survey is still live. We are still hoping to get an additional 30-50 responses to make this survey meaningful. Please help us continue to improve our school by accessing the survey below.
Community Survey (Family Voice) | Wyong Public School – Fill out form
A huge congratulations to Ms Scotton, Mrs Bath, and our talented Choral Choir for their phenomenal performances at the Arthouse. The feedback was absolutely stellar, and we’re so fortunate to have such a wonderful venue close to our school. Thank you to the staff for their outstanding organisation and for providing our students with such incredible opportunities.
Our Year 6 students recently enjoyed a fantastic trip to Canberra, supported by Mr Stokes, Mrs Bishop, Mrs Cowley, and Mrs Bourke. From Parliament House to the AIS, it was an unforgettable experience — one that many parents will remember fondly from their own school days!
This week also marks the opening of our Community Survey. Your feedback is highly valued and helps us self-evaluate against the School Excellence Framework. The survey is anonymous and includes an open question for any additional feedback, praise, or queries. We were thrilled with the strong response last time, and I appreciate our student leaders who have been assisting families with this process in the afternoons.
We’re delighted to welcome Mrs Bennett back after her secondment to an external role supporting schools in learning and wellbeing — she received high praise from those she worked with. A huge thank-you to Mrs Buckley for stepping into the complex AP Wellbeing role during this time. She has done a phenomenal job supporting students and families.
Our Kindergarten transition program, “Leap into Learning,” begins very soon. We’re hopeful for around 60 enrolments, which places us in a strong position for 2026 in terms of both funding and staffing.
It’s also been lovely to meet our many new enrolments recently. New students and families have been impressed by the friendliness of our staff and students, as well as the wonderful facilities and opportunities our school offers. Welcome to all of you — we’re so glad you’ve joined our community!
A gentle reminder about maintaining respectful relationships: please remember that our office staff and teachers deserve the same courtesy and professionalism you’d expect in your own workplace. While only a small number of incidents have occurred, it’s important to restate that all communication — in person or via the Sentral Parent Portal — should remain positive and respectful. We are deeply grateful to the overwhelming majority of parents and carers who continue to be supportive and kind — it truly makes a difference.
Lastly, we’ll once again be sending home postcards with 2026 class placements at the end of the year. Your feedback on this process last year was extremely positive. Teachers have now completed their class surveys, and the executive team has begun planning class structures for 2026 — so watch this space!
Warm regards,
Mitchell Welham
Principal
From Mrs Marler and Mrs Bath
Assistant Principals, Curriculum & Instruction
Term 4 | Week 3
🌱 Curriculum Reform Update
As part of the NSW Curriculum Reform, schools across the state are introducing new syllabuses designed to make learning clearer and more relevant for students. The updated curriculum focuses on building strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, helping students apply what they learn across all key learning areas (KLAs).
At Wyong Public School, we’re excited to begin implementing these new syllabuses over the next few years. English is embedded across all KLAs, meaning students use reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in every subject - from science to sport to the arts. This helps them communicate ideas, think critically, and build confidence in expressing themselves in different ways.
We will begin teaching the new Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) curriculum in Semester 1, 2026, followed by the new Creative Arts curriculum in Semester 2, 2026.
🏃 Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)
PDHPE helps children learn how to lead healthy, active and safe lives. From Kindergarten to Year 6, students explore how to care for their bodies, develop respectful relationships, and make responsible choices in a variety of settings - including online environments.
Through movement and play, children practise fundamental movement skills like running, jumping, catching and throwing, and learn teamwork and cooperation. Research shows that physical activity supports both physical performance and brain development
They also learn:
- How to communicate respectfully and manage emotions
- How to stay safe near roads, water, fire and in the sun
- The importance of hygiene, friendships and community connections
- The cultural significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander games and practices
At home, families can support PDHPE learning by encouraging outdoor play, sharing family activities, talking about safety and wellbeing, and helping children manage screen time.
🎨 Creative Arts
The new Creative Arts syllabus includes Dance, Drama, Music and Visual Arts, giving students opportunities to explore their imagination, creativity and self-expression.
Children learn to:
- Create and respond to artworks, performances and music
- Collaborate with others and express ideas about the world
- Develop vocabulary to talk about their creative choices
- Learn about the diverse ways people express culture through art, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural practices
Families can support this learning at home by encouraging children to:
- Sing, dance, draw, paint or act out stories
- Make art from everyday or recycled materials
- Visit performances, concerts, or exhibitions
- Share and celebrate their creative projects with family and friends
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Parents can check their child’s attendance in the Sentral Parent Portal app by following these steps:
1. Log in
- Open the Sentral for Parents app on your phone or tablet.
- Sign in with your registered email and password. (If you haven’t registered yet, you’ll need to use the access key provided by your child’s school to set up your account.)
2. Select the Student
- From the home screen, choose your child’s profile.
- If you have multiple children linked, you can switch between them.
3. Access Attendance
- Look for the Attendance or Daily Attendance option in the menu.
- Tap on it to view your child’s records.
4. Review Records
- You’ll see a breakdown of absences, lateness, partial absences, and full-day attendance.
- Many schools colour-code the entries (e.g., green for present, yellow for late, red for absent).
- Some schools also allow you to submit explanations for absences directly in the app.
5. Notifications
- If your school has enabled push notifications, you may also get alerts when your child is marked absent or late.
- You can usually send an absence note via the app straight to the school.
1. Open the App & Log In
- Open the Sentral for Parents app.
- Sign in with your registered details.
2. Go to the Absence Section
- From the home screen, select your child’s profile.
- Look for Absences, Attendance, or sometimes Notifications (the exact wording depends on your school’s setup).
3. View Unexplained Absences
- You’ll see a list of absences marked as “Unexplained”.
- Tap on the absence you want to explain.
4. Add Explanation
- Enter the reason for your child’s absence (e.g., “illness”, “family reasons”).
- You may also need to select whether it was a full day or partial absence.
- Some schools allow attachments (e.g., medical certificates).
5. Submit
- Tap Submit (or Send) to forward the explanation to the school.
- The absence will then change from Unexplained to Explained once processed.
Extra Notes
- If you can’t see the option to submit explanations, your school may only accept absence notes through phone/email.
- You can usually also lodge future absences (e.g., family holiday) if the school has allowed this in Sentral.
1. Collect the Leave Form
- Parents/carers need to request a leave application form from the front office.
- This is often called an Application for Extended Leave – Travel/Exemption form.
2. Provide Supporting Information
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The form must be accompanied by relevant details, such as:
- Travel itinerary (if going overseas/interstate).
- Reason for leave (e.g., family event, cultural reasons).
- Dates the student will be absent.
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Supporting documents (e.g., flight details, invitation letters) should be attached.
3. Submit to School
- Return the completed form and attachments to the school office before the leave begins.
- The school staff will record the application and pass it on to the Principal.
4. Principal’s Approval
- The Principal must review and sign the leave application.
- Only the Principal (not classroom teachers or admin staff) can authorise student leave.
5. Notification
- Once approved, the office will notify parents/carers.
- The leave is then entered into Sentral as an “Explained Leave” with the Principal’s authorisation.
✅ Key Point:
Short absences (1–2 days) can usually be explained directly through the Sentral Parent App.
Extended leave (5+ days, especially for travel) requires the formal leave application process outlined above.
The right support early makes the biggest difference.
Find the care your child needs to help them be the best they can be.
What We Offer
- Access support for children (0-12 years) without the need for a diagnosis or referral.
- Timely advice and support that best suit your family’s needs.
- A friendly, safe place for everyone.
How We Help
- Provide a timely initial triage process that facilitates access and referral to services
- We build a therapeutic partnership with the whole family unit to ensure that both children and their families are supported during their engagement with the Kids Hub
- Provide family support and education when other services are not available
- Provide current or up to date evidence-based treatment and therapies over the short term when other services are not available
- Care navigation and supported transition to connect your child to the right services during their time with or after their discharge from the Kids Hub
- Our team consists of several specialist services including mental health, allied health, care navigation, peer work and Aboriginal health
Do I need to come in for appointments? After an initial assessment at the Kids Hub, the team can meet with you at a location that suits you. This includes your school, home or in the community.
Who Can Refer? The Central Coast Kids Hub is a self referral service. You can self refer via phone or by walking into our friendly hub at Tuggerah.
Eligibility | Any child aged 12 or under who is experiencing
mild-moderate mental health or behavioural health challenges can be referred to the Hub.
Exclusion criteria:
- Child is already engaged with an alternate provider
- Child has access to a package of care that addresses the presenting concern (including NDIS)
- Childs needs are not mild-moderate in nature
- Child is not a resident of the Central Coast
At Wyong Public School, the Student Support Officer (SSO) is a non-teaching member of the wellbeing team who works closely with students, families, staff, and external agencies to strengthen learning and wellbeing outcomes. The SSO supports students through individual, small group, and whole-school programs that build resilience, positive relationships, and social skills. They help families by attending enrolment and support meetings when requested, coordinating initiatives such as the Breakfast Club, and establishing referral pathways to youth, health, and family services. The SSO also assists with transition programs, community partnerships, and crisis support, while maintaining regular communication with parents and carers. By connecting students and families with appropriate supports, the SSO plays a key role in fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.
Our 2025 SSO, Nic is now working in another Central Coast school.
Our new SSO, Red will start at Wyong PS in 2026.
Mental Health Line – 1800 011 511
Kids Helpline – 1800 551 800
Parent Line – 1300 130 052
Lifeline – 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467
Emergency Accommodation – 1800 152 152
Police (non Emergency) – 13 14 44
Child Protection Helpline – 13 21 11
Domestic Violence Helpline – 1800 656 463
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support – 13 YARN
Family Relationships Advice Line – 1800 050 321
Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia (PANDA) Helpline – 1300 726 306
Where there is immediate risk of harm to self or others, call 000 or present to the Emergency Department.
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