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Chaplain

Our school is a participant in the In-School Chaplaincy Program in collaboration with the Department of Education and YouthCARE.

Jerome Dueman is our YouthCare Chaplain. 

This is a voluntary program that enables parents to have the choice as to whether they wish to have their child/children involved in any, or all, of the support services provided by the Chaplain.

The role of the chaplain is to build relationships with, and between, the school, students and their families to provide social-emotional support in a range of circumstances. Our Chaplain:

  • Builds positive, productive relationships with students, families and staff;
  • Offers pastoral care including social emotional support during times of duress including grief and loss;
  • Is a mentor to students experiencing challenges involving behaviour and relationships;
  • Offers input into spiritual and ‘the meaning of life’ questions when requested to do so by families;
  • Acts as a positive role model;
  • Provides a link between schools and local communities.

The school Chaplain works with teachers and the school leadership team to support students identified as requiring support. Once it is decided that a student should be referred to the Chaplain, parental permission is required before contact can be made.
Parents can also request the support of the Chaplain when they feel it may be needed. This request is made through a member of the school leadership team.
The Chaplain also conducts a small group program (Drumbeat)which aims to facilitate meaningful discussion in regards to emotions, relationships, self-care, identity and many other focus points for young people. The program uses African style djembe drumming, as a medium to explore these topics, share personal experiences and ideas, and strengthen relationships within and outside of the group in a fun and creative way.                                                          

Click below to view a video to see a little of what a YouthCARE Chaplain does

For further information, you can download the YouthCARE chaplaincy flyer here.

 

AIEO

The role of the  AIEO is to provide support to students, families, staff and the wider community to make sure here at Orelia we are engaging and welcoming to learn and develop the Indigenous Culture and history throughout the school and community.

NAIDOC Week 2023 Video

 

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Public Education

Welcome to Public Education in Western Australia

Building on strength in uncertain times: In this together

Department of Education WA Triple P program

Learning Begins at Home

School Hours/Term Dates

 

Our school hours’ procedure relates to the whole school (K-6).

8.15am – Students can arrive

8.30am – Students can enter classrooms (hand bell)

At 8.30am a hand bell will ring and students will move to their classrooms.

8.40am – Start of the day (siren)

10.28am – 10.48am – Recess

12.36pm – 1.11pm – Lunch

2.45pm – School closes

 

Absence from school

Regular and punctual attendance is compulsory for all students from Pre-Primary to Year 6. All absences require a written explanation (letter or via Connect now app) or telephone notification of your child’s absence.

The Department of Education regulations state that absences from school should be for illness, or medical or dental appointments. Please visit the Department of Education website for further information regarding attendance and absenteeism.

 

Staff Development Days 2024

Students do not attend on these days

Term 1 – Friday 9 February 2024

Term 2 – Friday 31 May 2024

Term 3 – Friday 6 September 2024

Term 4 – Friday 13 December 2024

 

Term Dates 2024

Term 1

Wednesday 31 January 2024 – Thursday 28 March 2024

   School Holidays – Friday 29 March 2024 – Sunday 14 April 2024

Term 2

Monday 15 April 2024 – Friday 28 June 2024

   School Holidays – Saturday 29 June 2024 – Sunday 14 July 2024

Term 3

Monday 15 July 2024 – Friday 20 September 2024

   School Holidays – Saturday 21 September 2024 – Sunday 6 October 2024

Term 4

Monday 7 October 2024 – Thursday 12 December 2024

   School Holidays – Friday 13 December 2024

 

The Department of Education has a list of current and future term dates on their website

 

 

 

 

 

 

                  

 

Enrolments

Thank you for your interest in applying to enrol your child at Orelia Primary School. Parents seeking to enrol their child need to complete an Application for Enrolment form.

When completing the Application for Enrolment you will also be required to provide evidence that you reside within the local intake area for Orelia Primary School.

Proof of Residence

To assist the school to determine the student’s eligibility under local intake, the following documentation needs to be attached to the application for admission:

  • Proof of ownership of the property where the student will reside. This will be the latest rates notice from the local council or proof of purchase for a recent purchase, or
  • Where the family is in a rental agreement, a copy of the rental agreement (minimum 12 months)

as well as

  • Recent Synergy account – connection or account

Applicants are also required to provide a minimum of 2 further pieces of evidence to confirm their residential address.   These may include:

  • Gas – connection or account
  • Telephone accounts
  • Contents Insurance
  • Any other official documents that may support the application as proof of residence

Applications cannot be considered until such time as documented evidence is provided to the school.

Additional Documents

You will also be required to provide the student’s original Birth Certificate, student’s last school report and Immunisation History Statement that is no more than two months old at the time of submitting your child’s enrolment form. Parents can access an AIR Immunisation History Statement by:

  • Phoning the Australian Immunisation Register enquiries line on 1800 653 809
  • Visiting Medicare Online through the MyGov website
  • Using the Express Plus Medicare app
  • Visiting your local Department of Human Services Centre

Please note to enrol in kindergarten, a child must have one of the following documents:

  • an Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement, no more than two months old with a status of ‘up to date’
  • an AIR Immunisation History Form, no more than six months old, if the child is on a catch up schedule
  • a valid immunisation certificate issued or declared by the Chief Health Officer.

Further information on obtaining current Immunisation evidence can be found on the Department of Health website.

Any Family Court Orders or parenting plans registered with the Family Court should also be made available at the time of enrolment.

It is essential that all of the information on these forms is accurate and current. All medical information needs to be correct at time of enrolment to enable the school to create an emergency response plan, if required.

Overseas Students

Students born overseas must hold either; an Australian passport, citizenship papers or appropriate visa before applying to the school. Students who do not hold an Australian passport during the application process must present their Visa Grant Notice and passport at the time of enrolment.

Cancellation of Enrolment

Parents are reminded that under the Education Act 1999, Division 2.20 the Principal may cancel the enrolment if the enrolment was obtained by giving false or misleading information.

 

Please ensure all contact details are correct. It is vital that in an emergency, we are able to reach parents immediately. Should parents be unavailable, the next emergency contact supplied will be called. Therefore, it is important that this contact information is kept updated.                                                       

Completed applications can be hand delivered to Reception at:

Orelia Primary School
Bolton Way
Orelia WA  6167

All the required documentation is listed on the Enrolment Application Form.

Photocopying of supporting documents can be provided at time of lodgement.

Commencement Year Table

The table below outlines the year commencement date for students by date of birth.

School Voluntary Contributions and Charges 2021

We endeavour to create a dynamic engaging learning environment for every student. After meeting with our School Board we have set the Voluntary Contributions at $40.00 per student. To view additional information please view our Voluntary Contributions 2021 document.