Centre School for Excellence 2023-2026
A Place to Learn, Belong, Achieve and Thrive
Dear Parents and Carers,
As we approach the end of Semester 1, there is a great deal happening across our school. Students have been busy participating in a range of learning opportunities, special events and programs, and it has been wonderful to see their enthusiasm and engagement. Thank you to our families for your ongoing support throughout the semester. Working together helps ensure that Caladenia remains a place where every child can learn, belong, achieve and thrive.
First Responder Day
On Wednesday, 10 June, we recognised First Responder Day and took the opportunity to acknowledge and thank the many people who work tirelessly to keep our community safe. Police officers, firefighters, paramedics and emergency service personnel play an important role in supporting our community, often in challenging circumstances. Many classes participated in activities that helped students learn more about the work of our first responders and the qualities of service, courage and compassion they demonstrate. Further information and photos are include later in the newsletter.
Semester 1 Reports
Semester 1 reports will be available shortly via Connect. Information will be sent to families explaining how to access your child’s report online. Should you experience any difficulties accessing the report once they are released, please contact the school office and we will be happy to assist.
Group 3 Swimming
Today marks the final day of Group 3 swimming lessons. We would like to thank students, staff and families for their flexibility throughout the program. Looking ahead to 2027, we have requested Riverton Leisureplex as our preferred venue and are hopeful that our request will be successful.
Premiers Reading Challenge
The Premier’s Reading Challenge concludes today. We hope that families have enjoyed participating in this initiative and sharing the joy of reading together. Reading for enjoyment is important for all students as it supports vocabulary development, comprehension, imagination and a lifelong love of learning. Thank you to all students and families who embraced the challenge and made reading a regular part of their daily routines.
In the next few weeks…
Next Friday, 19 June, selected students in Year 5 and 6 will represent Caladenia Primary School at the Interschool Winter Carnival. Students will join teams from other schools to compete in netball, soccer, AFL and League Tag. We wish all our students the very best and hope they enjoy the opportunity to demonstrate good sportsmanship and teamwork throughout the day.
The following week, our school Cross Country will be held on Tuesday, 23 June. This event will take place on the oval and involve all students in Years 1 to 6. We warmly welcome parents and carers to come along and cheer on their children as they participate. We look forward to an enjoyable day of fun, fitness and friendly competition.
Also, Ms Dos Santos’ Year 2 class will have the exciting opportunity to participate in the Channel 9 Weather Watch on Monday, 22 June. This is a wonderful experience for our students and a chance for them to represent Caladenia Primary School on television.
We encourage families to tune in to the Channel 9 News to see our students in action and share this special occasion. We are sure they will do a fantastic job and make our school community proud.
Kind regards,
Paula Asplin
Thoughts: “It is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” – Queen Elizabeth II
Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability
Each year, all Australian schools take part in the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD). This process records the supports already provided to students with disability, in line with national legislation.
The NCCD helps schools review and improve support for students and assists governments in planning funding and services.
Schools share limited information with the government, including:
· Year level
· Type of disability
· Level of support provided
All data is provided without identifying individual students, and privacy is strictly protected.
For more information, visit the NCCD website:
https://www.nccd.edu.au/for-parents-guardians-and-carers
E BIKES AND SCOOTERS
A reminder that E bikes and Scooters are for students aged 16 years and over, not to be ridden over 10km/hr and be mindful when riding around schools of pedestrians
Traffic Flow and Parking
School News
Our applications for Kindy 2027 are now open.
If you have a child born between 1st July 2022 to 30th June 2023, you are now eligible to enrol for Kindy in 2027.
Application forms can be collected from the front office. All applications are by appointment only and accepted between 9am and 2pm. Please call 6258 9350 to book.
Student Achievement
At Caladenia, we love showcasing our students’ sporting achievements and events, as well as any other interests that they would like to share with our Caladenia Community.
If you have something your child would like to share, please email along with photos to the email address below:
Justine.arnold@education.wa.edu.au
Thank a First Responder Day
On Wednesday 10th June, our school proudly recognised Thank a First Responder Day. Students across the school took time to learn about the important role first responders play in keeping our communities safe and to reflect on the service, dedication and courage they demonstrate every day.
Throughout the day, students participated in a range of classroom activities, including creating thank-you cards, letters and colouring sheets for local police officers, firefighters, paramedics and other emergency service personnel. Our Pre-Primary students enjoyed dressing up as first responders and exploring the different roles they play within our community. The Senior Choir also performed Everyday Heroes, a song they are currently rehearsing for the upcoming OBV Festival and a fitting tribute to the first responders being recognised throughout the day. These activities provided a meaningful opportunity for students to recognise the contributions of first responders and express their gratitude for the valuable work they do.
Thank a First Responder Day encouraged students to reflect on the importance of helping others and showing appreciation for those who serve our community. We are incredibly proud of our students for the thoughtful and respectful way they participated and thank our school community for supporting this important event.
Reconciliation Week at Caladenia
Reconciliation Week was a special time across our school, with students and staff coming together to learn, reflect and celebrate from the 27th May – 3rd June. Year levels explored what reconciliation means and why it is important, helping build understanding, respect, and connection to Country.
A big highlight of the week was our Wear It Yellow Day! Students and staff proudly wore yellow and showed amazing generosity, raising over $600 for Children’s Ground. These funds will help provide materials and supplies that support children learning on Country—an incredible effort from our school community!
Our Year 1 students got hands-on with their learning by focusing on Caring for Country. They worked together to pick up rubbish around the school and talked about simple ways they can look after the environment. To finish, students made their own commitments to continue caring for Country both at school and at home.
It was a wonderful week filled with learning, action, and community spirit—we are proud of the way our students embraced the message of reconciliation.
Out of This World! R19 Connects with Australian Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg
On Wednesday 27th May, the students of R19 had the incredible opportunity to take part in a live webinar with Katherine Bennell-Pegg, the first Australian to train as an astronaut under the Australian Space Agency flag. We were thrilled to join around 30 other schools from across Western Australia for this special event.
Katherine shared the fascinating story of her journey, detailing the hard work, determination, and intense training required to pursue a career in space. However, her core message to the students was that you do not actually have to become an astronaut to be part of the space industry. She encouraged everyone to get involved in life, join clubs, stay active, and passionately study whatever they love. From space law and space medicine to space farming and space engineering, every single job will be needed for the future of human endeavour in the stars.
“Follow your passion, and then just put the word ‘space’ in front of it.”
During the interactive session, our students listened intently and even had the chance to engage directly with Katherine. Excitingly for our class, everyone taking part was able to submit questions beforehand and Raffaele’s (Y4) question was the first one to be asked! He wanted to know what the biggest threats of failure are once a rocket has launched. Katherine answered in detail, leaving Raffaele with the biggest smile in the room!
Class News
Pre Primary Room 1 – Mrs Harper
Where does it come from?…
Room 1 has been investigating about the processes and production of our everyday items.
Last week we learnt about where milk comes from and how it makes its way to the super market. We learnt that female cows are milked 2 times a day and the milk is sent to a factory to be cleaned and bottle before being sent to the supermarket.
This week we moved on to wool. Where does wool came from? Sheep.
An interesting fact that Room 1 learnt this week was that the wool from 1 sheep can make 8 woolly jumpers. WOW!
I wonder what we will learn about next week… maybe bread or eggs.
Year 6 Room 42 – Mr Johnson and Miss Harrington
Ascending and Descending: Exploring the Limits of the Human Body
This term, students investigated the remarkable ways the human body adapts to extreme environments. Through the study of mountain climbers ascending to high altitudes and divers descending into the depths of the ocean, students explored the challenges posed by changes in oxygen, pressure and temperature. They then applied their scientific understanding by creating detailed scientific diagrams, using labels and explanations to communicate how the body responds to these demanding conditions. The task encouraged students to combine scientific knowledge with visual communication skills while examining the limits of human endurance.
P&C and Community News
Book Club Issue 4
Orders are online only
Orders Close 14th June
Volunteers are urgently needed to help distribute Book Club books and also assist at the upcoming disco. If you are available to help, please contact the P&C via email CaladeniaPandC@outlook.com
Willetton Basketball Stadium
April School Holiday Camps
First Week
Monday 6th – Friday 10th July 2026
9 years and under [eg minimum 6 yrs]
[ 9.00am – 3.30pm daily]
Second Week
Monday 13th – Friday 17th July 2026
9 years and over [ 9.00am – 3.30pm daily]
Please visit www.willettonbasketball.com.au via the ‘’ Program ‘’ page
where you will find Holiday Camps
Upcoming Events |
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| 17 June | Senior Assembly |
| 18 June | Dream Job dress up day – Charity fundraiser |
| 19 June | Interschool Carnival |
| 23 June | Caladenia Cross Country |
| 24 June | Junior Assembly |
| 25 June | Kindy and PP Disco 1.30-2.30pm |
| 26 June | P&C Disco (see details attached) |
| Week 11 Tues to Thurs | School Photos |
