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Department of Education and Children's Services T/A South Australian Government Schools CRICOS Provider No. 00018A www.internationalstudents.sa.edu.au
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F R O M T H E P R I N C I P A L
Our rich heritage and vision for the future
orwood Primary School is a highly regarded,
Reception to Year 7 School of approximately
405 students. Norwood is a category 7 school,
with a culturally and socially diverse cohort, having approximately 50% of
students from non-English speaking backgrounds. It is an inner metropolitan
school with a proud heritage, strong traditions and identity dating back to
1877. It is also a school with a strong sense of Community demonstrated
through an emphasis on:- Community, Diversity, Creativity and Opportunity. The school is
situated close to the Norwood business precinct. The school adjoins the historic Norwood
Oval, which was once part of the school’s property. The oval was transferred to the City of
Norwood Payneham and St Peters in 1928. An agreement is in place from that time which
allows the school access to, and use of, Norwood Oval most school days under established
agreements and conditions.
Norwood is acknowledged as a school with a strong heritage, tradition and identity. This is
built on a firm foundation of multiculturalism, a strong sense of community and a
celebration of diversity. These aspects of our school’s history continue to influence the
development and operation of our school.
The school offers a strong Language program. Italian is our language of study for all
students and we provide lessons in Hindi and Chinese Mandarin for students who are
eligible for First Language Maintenance. We also have small numbers of International
Students and a small enrolment of indigenous students.
The school’s buildings and facilities reflect its diversity and are highly valued by the local
and wider community for their heritage value. A major and extensive school redevelopment
was completed at the beginning of 2010 which has successfully brought the school more in
line with flexible approaches to C21st. learning. The addition of a new, architecturally
designed Performing Arts Centre, as part of the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Building the
Education Revolution’ scheme, has greatly enhanced student learning opportunities. In
2015, we redeveloped our Year 7 learning spaces to accommodate changes to pedagogy in
line with the development of C21 skills.
There are several joint user agreements in place – with the Norwood Out of School Care
Program, the DECD Instrumental Service, Primary Schools Orchestra, the Norwood
Football Club and various external hirers.
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Norwood is an Arts Focus School. It implements a highly successful school musical
program, an art show, a stringed ensemble group and choir programs which contribute to
the school’s successful curriculum fabric.
Our curriculum priorities across 2016-17 through the school’s Site Learning Plan are
implemented through an Inquiry based approach. The focus is on
‘’Developing Powerful Learners’
Our priority areas include:
Literacy
Numeracy
Student Voice/Engagement
TfEL, Assessment for Learning & C21 skills
Communication
The school community is also very clear about other valued aspects of the school,
including:
Its strong sense of community
Its social and cultural diversity
The encouragement of creativity
The provision for opportunity
Its high expectations of student achievement
Its concern for the individual
We wish all students, staff and their families to feel very much an integral part of the
Norwood Primary School community.
Nicola Brelsford, Principal
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Norwood Primary School Enrolment Protocols
Norwood Primary School numbers have risen considerably since the beginning of
this year and we are still receiving many enquiries daily. We are now over 80%
capacity which places us under significant enrolment pressure. We are zoned and
will shortly be implementing an Enrolment Management Plan.
Please note, any new enrolments from out of zone siblings will be on hold and no new
International students (full fee paying) will be accepted.
DECD ‘Proof of Residence Requirements’
If you own your own home, a copy of the contract of sale for the property or a recent council rates notice, and a recent gas or electricity bill for that property.
If you rent a home, a rental agreement and a bond receipt lodged with Consumer and Business Services showing the current place of residence—the rental agreement should cover at least the first 12 months the child will be attending the school, and a recent gas or electricity bill for that property.
Renting a room or rooms at a property for your child, does not constitute a primary place of residence. Families must rent an entire property in order for it to be their primary place of residence.
The Principal is responsible for determining whether proof of residence has
been satisfied and may use professional judgement in circumstances where
families are not able to meet these requirements.
It is the responsibility of the parents to verify that the information provided
is true and factual.
Upon receipt of evidence to the satisfaction of the school, the processing of
the enrolment application may be finalized.
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NORWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL
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TEACHING & L EARNING AT NORWOOD PS
orwood Primary School is proud to be at the leading edge of educational practice. The latest
thinking in education is used to explore and develop models of best practice in student learning.
Our school caters for students of diverse background and ability. Our teaching staff provides broad
curriculum options and opportunities for all students. Additional specialist teachers are provided in
the Arts, Physical Education, Italian, STEM, English as an Additional Language, Special Education and
Learning Assistance Program (LAP). We also provide First Language Maintenance for eligible students
in Hindi and Chinese Mandarin.
Our school has excellent resources and facilities to support our teaching & learning programs. A
comprehensive Library collection services the needs of students and teachers. Students from
Reception to Year 7 use information communication technologies (ICTs) as an integral part of the
curriculum. These include a mixture of desktops, laptops, tablets and ipads as well as interactive
whiteboards and digital cameras.
Norwood Primary School aims to foster a love of learning and the development of the individual’s
capacities. Students are encouraged to strive for personal excellence in all areas of the curriculum.
We have a strong focus on the development of the General Capabilities contained within the Australian
Curriculum, as well as a site direction towards the development of learning muscles, in line with C21
skills and dispositions. These include the teaching and development of RESILIENCE,
RESOURCEFULNESS, REFLECTIVENESS and RECIPROCITY in our learners.
The Australian Curriculum and Cross Curricular Priorities form the remaining aspects of teaching and
learning, as well as the Keeping Safe Child Protection Curriculum and a range of social skills/wellbeing
initiatives.
The seven general capabilities are literacy, numeracy, information and communication technology
capability, critical and creative thinking, personal and social capability, ethical understanding, and
intercultural understanding. Learning continua are available for each capability, which describe the
relevant knowledge, skills, behaviours and dispositions at particular points of schooling.
The Australian Curriculum focuses on three cross-curriculum priorities: Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander histories and cultures, Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia, and Sustainability.
We have an active student voice, with various structures in place to develop student leaders, including
SRC, House Leaders and Year 7 Team Leaders. There are also many self-initiating groups that pop up
during the year to support charities/fundraising or plan special events at our school.
Throughout the year students are exposed to a wide of variety of performances, either in the school
hall or other venues easily accessible because of the school’s close proximity to Norwood Parade and
the city centre. Camps and excursions are a complementary part of Norwood Primary School’s
educational program.
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The staff is committed to building a culture of inquiry where:
Collaborative, respectful and trusting relationships are developed
Student participation in decision-making is encouraged
Curiosity, wonder and questioning are fostered
Transferable skills and strategies are explicitly taught
Reflection, goal setting and self-assessment skills are developed
Real world, integrated and big picture learning occurs
The capacity to influence the future is fostered
The Norwood Primary School staff is committed to continually improving the quality of teaching and student learning outcomes so that all students reach their full potential.
TIMETABLE
8:45am Doors open
BELLS 8:55 – 9:05 Class organisation time 8:55
9:05
9:05 – 9:55 Lesson 1 9:55 – 10:45 Lesson 2
10:45 – 11:35 Lesson 3 11:35 – 11:45 EATING TIME 11:35
11:45 – 12:15 LUNCH 1 11:45 12:15
12:15 – 1:05 Lesson 4
1:05 – 1:55 Lesson 5 1:55 – 2:25 LUNCH 2 1:55
2:25 2:25 – 3:15 Lesson 6
3:15 Dismissal 3:15
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OUR COMMUNITY
Families and Staff of Norwood Primary School share a sense of community which could well be
described as an extended family, committed to the education of the students. Parent groups assist
the school in meeting its objective of providing excellence in education. Many parents help in the
school library, classrooms and with sporting teams. In these ways our parents help create the family
atmosphere of the school. Several parent events are held through the year, including a Quiz Night
and Multicultural Evening. There is also a growing number of social groups amongst class parents who
arrange a variety of gatherings for parents and/or children.
UT OF SCHOOL SPORTS
A Sports Management Committee, consisting of staff and parent representatives, provides
opportunities for Norwood Primary School students to participate in organised (inter-school) sports.
The Sports Management Committee reports to Governing Council.
All sports are offered on the basis of participation, education, fun and availability of appropriate
coaches or managers. The committee will identify sports, monitor student participation, supervise
appointment of coaches and managers, provide appropriate equipment and resources, and ensure that
Out of School Hours Sport at Norwood Primary School is conducted in accord with the School’s Sports
Policy which includes documented codes of conduct and behaviours. Currently sports on offer are:
Cricket, Netball, Basketball, Soccer, Aussie Rules and Pedal Prix.
ARENT GROUP
Parent Group plays a very important role in the life of our school. It provides strong positive
community support for the school and encourages parents to be involved in the school in a variety of
ways:
Its role is to:
work with Governing Council and the Leadership Team to support school events
welcome new families to the school
provide opportunities for parents to become involved in the life of the school
co-ordinate and implement special events that will enhance school life eg. Fruit Days, Milo days
fund-raise for additional purchases for student benefit. In the past, donations have been made to
support play equipment purchase, a portable freezer for outdoor events, seating in the grounds and
many other items.
The Parent Group usually meets in the staffroom twice each term. Everyone is welcome.
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OVERNING COUNCIL
School Governing Council is the parent body responsible for the general oversight of the school.
Governing Council works with the Principal to guide the management and development of the school by:
providing input to the development of educational policies for the school
participating in the assessment of needs of the school in relation to the provision of facilities,
resources and funds.
managing the school’s finances, particularly in regard to developing the annual budget
developing relationships between the school and the community
Governing Council usually meets twice each term. Members are elected at our Annual General Meeting,
which is held in early February each year. It has a number of sub-committees which support its work.
Parents may raise matters by attending meetings, writing a letter or approaching individual members.
There are many potential benefits when parents become involved in the school.
Research shows that children are more likely to succeed academically and socially, and to enjoy school,
when their families are involved in their education.
At Norwood Primary School, we invite you to become involved in our school community in any of the
following ways:
helping in class – eg. listening to reading, helping with stories or going on excursions
coaching sports
LAP tutoring (Learning Assistance Program)
helping at working bees
coming to school functions
covering books in the library
working on any of the school’s committees or sub-committees
helping your child with homework
helping with our performing or visual arts programs
Welcome to Norwood Primary School!
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The whole community; students parents and staff, are aware of the school’s position on bullying. This is achieved through information packs to new families, newsletter articles, policy update information, quality teaching programs and the teaching of values. If an incident of bullying happens at Norwood Primary School we are well positioned to deal with the issue through prevention, intervention and post-intervention strategies. Prevention strategies include:
Using the curriculum to teach students our school values about respectful relationships, civics and citizenship.
Providing opportunities through class meetings and Circle Time, for students to discuss issues & concerns openly in a supportive environment.
Ongoing dialogue throughout the year with students about the school’s guiding principles of Creativity, Community, Opportunity and teaching for and about Diversity.
Developing programs to help students participate and have a say in their own learning.
Teaching students about conflict resolution, anger-management and problem solving and promote student safety (eg. social skilling program-‘Play is the Way’).
Having in place induction for new students and staff to ensure they understand the school’s vision.
Distribute policy to parents making explicit the statement, guidelines and policies that underpin it.
Providing professional Development for staff in collaboration with local agencies
Intervention strategies:
Important Leadership Team role in documenting, managing & monitoring incidents and liaison with parents/caregivers.
Both perpetrator and victim counselled and supported by staff.
Consequences implemented consistent with the school’s behaviour management structures.
Teaching students to be empowered bystanders
Professional development for staff relating to bullying, harassment and the strategies that counteract them.
Post intervention strategies:
Ongoing monitoring of identified students who engage in bullying and liaison with parents to ensure strategies are in place to modify behaviours.
Ensure students at risk are safe and well-being is maintained
Regularly reviewing our behaviour management policy that sets out the expectations for student behaviours and the consequent strategies for inappropriate behaviours.
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Bullying is the deliberate abuse of power.
Bullying is not a normal part of growing up or part of any ‘toughening processes’ that a child has to go through.
Bullying is not simply about difference. It may occur because of people’s inability to accept and value difference.
Bullying is everyone’s business. Just because it has always happened is no reason to let it continue.
Bullying can seriously affect wellbeing and engagement. Students will find it difficult to engage with learning programs if significant physical, social and emotional issues distract them.
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Discipline is based on establishing a supportive learning environment where expectations and consequences of both appropriate and inappropriate behaviours are clearly understood by all students. The policy focuses on students
understanding that they are responsible for their own behaviour and that they make choices about their behaviour. It encourages students to use appropriate negotiation skills, conflict resolution skills and appropriate grievance
procedures to resolve conflict.
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At Norwood Primary School we will: Openly talk about bullying – what it is, how it affects us and what we can do about it.
Teach our students the skills which build their self esteem and empower them to act responsibility for themselves – and give them the opportunity to practice these skills.
Implement the policy which clearly states what actions we will take to deal with bullying behaviour.
Teach students our school values with particular emphasis in the early part of the year and term.
Know and use our policies including anti bullying and anti harassment policy.
Responsibilities of staff: Be good role models in words and action at all times.
Ensure that classroom management practices are consistent with NPS policy.
Deal with all reported and observed incidences of bullying/harassment as set out in the policy.
Ensure that students are supervised at all times.
During yard duty make efforts to monitor student behaviour and minimize the occasions/opportunities for bullying/harassment.
Arrive at class on time and move appropriately between lessons including specialist lessons.
Report incidences of bullying to the leadership team if this is warranted.
Responsibilities of students To ‘tell’ (parent, teacher, staff member) if they are being bullied or if they see someone
else being bullied – both at school and on the way to or from school.
To help someone who is being bullied whilst keeping yourself safe.
Not to bully others or be a passive bystander whilst others bully.
Responsibility of parents To watch for signs that their child may be being bullied eg. Unwillingness to attend
school or a pattern of headaches/missing equipment/damaged clothes or bruising.
To speak to someone on staff at Norwood Primary School if their child is being bullied, or they suspect that this is happening (classroom teacher is first port of call).
To encourage their child to ‘tell’ if they are bullied.
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Norwood Primary School School Wear Guidelines
At Norwood Primary School we believe that the wearing of school uniform promotes a sense of belonging, pride, safety and unity in our school. Wearing of uniforms enhances our public image, reduces peer pressure and encourages appropriate clothing for school activities. Equality is fostered by a policy common to all students.
Our uniform guidelines are in accord with the dress code guidelines and policy for public schools under the Education Act and are endorsed by the School’s Governing Council, the Principal and the school community. Issues of health, safety, equity and expense have been considered when developing these guidelines.
It is expected that all students will wear school uniform.
The Uniform: The uniform is based on the school colours of navy blue and red and consists of:
Plain navy pants or track pants (no denim jeans) or plain navy skorts, skirts or shorts Navy or red short sleeved polo shirts (school logo preferred). Navy blue windcheaters/polar fleece (school logo preferred). Summer dresses of blue/white or red/white check. Navy blue legionnaires, broad brimmed hat or navy bucket hat with school logo. Winter dress or skirt. School Musical T-shirts.
Year 6 & 7 Students : To encourage a greater sense of identity and responsibility, year 6/7 students may also wear a navy blue ‘seniors’ windcheater.
House T-Shirts These may be purchased and worn for Sports Day and Swimming Carnival only.
School Wear Guidelines: The school has an active learning program in most areas of the curriculum and in our grounds there is a range of outdoor play equipment. All children should be suitably attired with comfortable, practical clothing and footwear. The school uniform is ideal for active participation at school. Additionally:
Sandals may be worn in summer (thongs and slip on shoes are considered dangerous and are not permitted), whilst the wearing of closed in shoes is encouraged at all times.
Hats are to be worn between 1st September and 30th April (unless UV level reaches 3 or above). This is part of the school’s sun smart policy
Jewelry can frequently be a health and safety risk and is therefore not permitted, other than sleeper or stud earrings, watches, or medically required identification.
Face makeup and nail polish are not permitted. The wearing of brand names on clothing is not permitted (this includes local sports clubs and SAPSASA).
The Principal may exempt students from wearing the school uniform upon written request from a parent or caregiver on cultural, medical or religious grounds.
The Governing Council will review this policy annually.
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GARMENT DESCRIPTION SIZE PRICE
Polo T-Shirt – Navy or Red with school logo Two material options Pique : 65/35% cotton/polyester Cotton Backed: 50/50% cotton/polyester
Youth Sizes 4-14 Adult Sizes Small, Med, Large, X Large
$30.00
Polo Long Sleeve Shirt – Navy with school logo. Cotton Backed: 50/50% cotton/polyester
Youth Sizes 4-14
$35.00
Fleecy Jackets – Navy Polar Fleece with school logo Full length zip and pockets Polyester
Youth Sizes 4-14 Adult Sizes S, M
$40.00
Windcheater – Navy with school logo 1/3 zip opening Polyester/cotton
Youth Sizes 4-14 Adult Sizes S, M,L
$50.00
Seniors Windcheater (Year 6 & 7 only) Navy with school logo and “SENIORS” On the back “N.P.S SENIORS” 1/3 zip opening Polyester/cotton
Youth Sizes 10-14 Adult Sizes S,M,L
$55.00 $60.00
Wet Weather Jackets – Navy or Red Polyester outer with polar fleece lining Zip pockets and hood Polyester
Youth Sizes 6-14
$35.00
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Hat – Bucket Navy and red trim with school logo Cotton
Only size only
$12.00
Hat – Slouch Navy Polyester/cotton
Sml, Med, Large
$12.00
Hat – Legionnaire Adjustable Polyester/cotton
Only size only
$10.00
Winter Tunic with box pleat Adjustable waist and side zip pocket Polyester /viscose
Youth Sizes 4-10
$50.00
Winter Skirt – Navy/Royal Red/White Adjustable waist and side zip pocket Polyester /viscose
Youth Size 12
$50.00
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Summer Check Dresses – Navy or Red With zip side pocket Polyester/cotton
Youth Sizes 4-12
$25.00
Skirt – Navy Skirt with under short and side zip pocket Rayon/ polyester/spandex
Youth Sizes 4-14
$25.00
Skort - Navy Girls (shorts with a front pleat) with zip pocket Polyester/viscose
Youth Sizes 6-14
$25.00
Girls Active Pants - Navy Cotton/elastane
Youth Sizes 4-14
$25.00
Shorts – Navy Shorts with side and back pockets Polyester/viscose
Youth Sizes 6-14
$20.00
Shorts – Navy Rugby with drawstring and zip pocket Polyester/cotton
Youth Sizes 6-14
$20.00
Trackpants – Navy Fleece with zip pocket Polyester/cotton
Youth Sizes 4-14
$25.00
Pants – Navy Stubbies With side and back pockets Polyester/viscose
Youth Sizes 4-14
$25.00
The Uniform Shop is located in Vine House
(The Parade end of the school, entrance off Osmond Terrace)
Opening times are:
Tuesday and Friday mornings 8.45 – 9.15am
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Term 1
Term 2
Term 3
Term 4
2015
27 Jan – 10 Apr
27 Apr – 3 Jul
20 Jul – 25 Sep
12 Oct – 11 Dec
2016
01 Feb – 15 Apr
02 May – 8 July
25 July – 30 Sep
17 Oct – 16 Dec
2017 30 Jan – 13 Apr 1 May – 7 July 24 July – 29 Sep 16 Oct – 15 Dec