Literacy & Numeracy News

From Mrs Bath and Mrs Carter

Assistant Principals, Curriculum & Instruction

Welcome back to Term 2 ! We would like to update you on some changes in our team leading literacy, numeracy and new curriculum learning this term. Mrs. Carter will be joining Mrs. Bath in the Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction role, while Mrs. Marler will be working alongside Mr. Stokes in the Assistant Principal Engagement role.

Mrs. Bath will continue supporting teachers and students in K-2, K6M, and K6B classrooms, while Mrs. Carter will be partnering with students and teachers in the 3-6 classes and K6P. We look forward to working together and supporting your children’s literacy and numeracy development throughout the term.

K-2 Literacy and Numeracy News

Early Stage 1 students have recently completed their first “Spelling Pitstop” assessment. This gives teachers the chance to check in with each student’s knowledge of the sounds and matching letters that our Kindy students were introduced to last term. s a t p i n

We are now learning to blend these sounds together to read and write small words such as: it, pin and sat. It’s so exciting to see the progress that our youngest students are making after their first term of learning at school! We are so proud to share some photos of the wonderful word work and writing in Kindy classrooms!

The key to success, when learning early phonics skills, is regular practice of these sound and letter patterns. There are so many ways that you can support your child with this foundational learning. Why not go on a sound hunt and find the matching letters at the shops or on street signs when you’re walking to and from school?

I Spy! Is a fun game that you can play anywhere, anytime!

Parent/ Carer: “ I spy something beginning with (say the sound) s”

Child: “sky”, “socks”, “sunnies”

Year 1 students will commence the Number Screening Check from next week (Week 4). The Year 1 Number Screening Check is a short statewide assessment that tells teachers how your child is progressing in early number sense. Some children find developing number sense challenging, so it is important these children are identified quickly. The main purpose of the screener is to provide your child’s teacher with information which will allow them to plan for your child’s learning and any specific support they may need. The screener normally takes between 10- 15 minutes and is carefully designed not to be stressful for your child. They will be completing the screener with their own class teacher. Click here for more information. Year 1 Number Screening Check Parent Info

We will aim to complete all number screening assessments in Week 4 however, any students who are absent will be assessed by their class teacher between weeks 4-6.

Year 2-6 students have commenced two online PAT assessments – Progressive Achievement Tests in Reading and Mathematics. PAT is an online multiple choice test, that provides valuable insight for teachers of each student’s understanding of key concepts. PAT Maths covers each focus area of Mathematics as well as problem solving skills, while PAT reading assesses comprehension skills. PAT tests are implemented across the school in Term 2 and Term 4. These assessments have helped teachers to identify areas of strength and areas requiring additional support. One of the most exciting features of PAT is to showcase student growth and celebrate success. We can’t wait to share our success stories throughout the year!

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Information on School Refusal

How do I check my child/ren's attendance?

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.

How do I notify the school of an absence?

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.

How do I apply for approved leave?

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

• 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.

• 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.

What is the Got It! Program

Meet the Team

Mental Health Kids Hub (Tuggerah, Central Coast)

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

Important Contacts for Families

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.