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Bringing Up Great Kids - Parent Program

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 14:15:46 AEDT

'Bringing Up Great Kids' is a free, worthwhile program for parents with children of any age. The three sessions in the program aim to help with communication and parenting techniques, as well as ways to develop respectful relationships between parents and their children.

A trained facilitator from ‘Creating Links’ will be running the program. Places will be limited for this series of workshops. Parents need to register and commit to attend all three sessions of the program. Free child minding will be available.

Dates: 26 Feb, 4 Mar & 11 Mar 2020 (Wednesdays) – Participants must attend all 3 sessions

Time: 9:30am - 11:30am

Venue: Sefton Infants School Library

Cost: Free

Please see the school office or complete the regisrtration form already distributed to participate in this great parenting program.

Parent Meet and Greet

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 11:02:43 AEDT

All parents and carers are warmly invited to attend a special 'Parent Meet and Greet' session at sefton Infants school. The Parent Meet and Greet will take place on Monday 24th February from 4:30 – 5:30pm (for Year 1 and Year 2) and Thursday 27 February from 4:30 - 5:30pm (for Kindergarten) in your child's classroom.

This is a wonderful opportunity for our parents and carers to meet their child’s class teacher and find out about the whole school programs and class programs that will be taking place for your child in 2020. The meeting will provide you with important information about class routines and expectations. It is also a wonderful opportunity to meet and network with other parents from the school. This is a meeting for parents and carers only. Children should not attend this after school meeting. Please make alternative care arrangements for your child during this meeting.

PLEASE NOTE: This is not a meeting about individual student’s progress. Parent-Teacher interviews will be taking place at a later date to discuss your child’s achievements and progress.

Coronavirus - Department of Education statement

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 19:05:22 AEDT

The department is working with the Ministry of Health to monitor and respond to the unfolding international novel coronavirus situation.

Get up-to-date information about the department's response to novel coronavirus.

#Ready2020 – a great year starts here

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 13:27:50 AEDT

Starting school is a big moment in a child’s life. Here’s how to make the most of it.

We can’t wait for you to join us for a great year – the first step towards a lifelong love of learning.

Visit the department’s primary school resources for hints, tips and checklists to make a great start to the new school year, whether your child is starting Kindergarten or Year 6.

You’ll find:

Getting ready for primary school booklet – everything you need to be #Ready2020
Daisy’s First Day – the story of Daisy the koala’s first adventure at Kindergarten
advice from teachers – they’ve been through this before.

Video – #Ready2020: First day of Kindy

Duration – 1:00

Staying healthy into the new school year

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 16:48:56 AEDT

Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way to protect your family from harmful diseases this holiday season and into 2020. Visit your doctor for general health and vaccination advice.

Immunisation not only protects you and your family but also others in your community, by reducing the spread of preventable diseases.

Children starting school in 2020 must have up-to-date immunisations to enrol.

These vaccinations help protect children from highly infectious and severe diseases including whooping cough and measles.

Travel health

If you’re travelling overseas during the school holidays, you may need vaccinations or medication – both for general health protection and for region-specific diseases.

If you’re travelling to the Northern Hemisphere, you may even need a flu shot.

Find out more about staying healthy while travelling.

Thank you for a wonderful school year!

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 16:33:45 AEDT

Principal's Message

What a wonderful year it has been here at Sefton Infants School! I can hardly believe that we have already reached the end of the 2019 school year. It seems like just a couple of months ago that our new kindergarten students were walking nervously and excitedly into their classrooms for the first time. I remember them working out the mysteries of their lunchboxes and the bubblers while their new year 1 and year 2 friends showed them the ropes of big school.

Each and every one of the students from Kindergarten to Year 2 of Sefton Infants School have made such growth and progress since that first school day of this year. They have all grown in confidence and independence across a range of learning areas in the classroom and playground. Well done to you all!

I would like to take this opportunity to give thanks to all who have contributed to individual student achievements, as well as our collective school achievements.

Firstly, thank you to our wonderful students. Thank you for your energy, your humour and for inspiring me, your teachers and your parents to be the best people that we can be and for giving us hope for a brighter future world.

Thank you to our parent and community members. Thank you for your support for all things ‘Sefton’ and for giving us the opportunity to work in partnership with you to give the greatest gift of all, for all of our children - the gift of education.

Lastly but certainly not least, I wish to express my deepest gratitude to the teachers, administration staff and School Learning Support Officers at mighty SIS. I am truly blessed to work with such an amazing team of people who are compassionate, caring and highly skilled in the science and art of teaching. It is not just our students that learn from our teachers. I, too, learn from our fabulous staff every day. Our staff members are deeply invested in finding and nurturing the immense potential in all of our students. To do this takes determination, hard work and a commitment to the pursuit of excellence. I thank all of our staff members for investing so much of themselves and their tremendous effort in teaching at Sefton Infants School and the future of Australia.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to our schoo community. Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing holiday. I am already looking forward to many more amazing learning adventures in 2020.

Happy Holidays!

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 16:49:01 AEDT

Thank you for another amzing year of learning at Sefton Infants School. Best wishes to all of the school community for the summer holidays.

Year 1 and 2 students return for the 2020 school year on Wednesday 29 January 2020.

Kindergarten and Preschool commence school on Thursday 30 January 2020. (For Kindergarten and preschool, please refer to your individual start time letter already distributed.)

Happy holidays!

NSW schools respond to bushfires

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 17:14:17 AEDT

Many schools are responding to the catastrophic fire rating that is affecting communities across the state this week.

We are continuously updating the School safety page with a list of government and non-government schools, as well as TAFE NSW campuses that are currently non-operational.

While some schools are temporarily non-operational due to localised fires, many others in high-risk areas are non-operational as a precautionary measure.

Schools in some areas are being used as emergency evacuation centres at the direction of the Rural Fire Service.

For schools that are currently operational, school pickups and dropoffs will continue as usual. If your school is currently non-operational, it will likely remain so tomorrow.

Large scale distressing events affect our school communities in many ways. Headspace’s mental health support resource (PDF 100.52KB) is available to help students, teachers and school staff respond to the bushfires.

Visit the School safety page for updates. The department’s Facebook and Twitter accounts will also provide updates during this period.

Kindergarten Orientation

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 08:16:09 AEDT

The Kindergarten orientation sessions that will be happening this term are a very important part of the transition of students to school. Our Kindergarten Orientation sessions are scheduled for three Mondays from 4 November to 18 November (9:30 - 11am). Attending each of the three sessions is very important for our new 2020 Kindergarten students and their parents/carers to familiarise themselves with our school and be ready for the 2020 school year.

Letters have already been sent to individual families who have successfully applied for Preschool and Kindergarten placements for 2020. We are looking forward to meeting all of our new students and welcoming them to our wonderful school.

Fancy Dress Mufti Day

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 08:20:52 AEDT

Sefton Infants School we will be holding a Fancy Dress and Cupcake Day on Friday 8th of November!

On the day students can come to school dressed as anyone or anything they wish. Students will also have the opportunity to purchase a cupcake as a special treat at lunchtime. The cupcakes will cost 50c or $1 each and the proceeds will be put towards school resources for the benefit of all students. Our Kindergarten students will be donating the cupcakes for this mufti day.

Thank you for supporting this special and fun event.

Grab a ticket to Schools Spectacular 2019

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 16:02:46 AEDT

Will you be joining us at Schools Spectacular 2019? Tickets are on sale now. Experience our live show featuring a cast of thousands of public school students from across metropolitan, rural and remote regions of NSW.

Students from different ages, cultures and backgrounds will share the spotlight as they dance, play and sing for you. Choose from one of our four massive performances at Qudos Bank Arena on Friday 22 November and Saturday 23 November.

This year's events will feature:

more than 380 schools
5,500 performers
a 3000-strong choir
2,300 dancers
an 80-piece symphony orchestra
a world-class stage band.

Group bookings

Need to make a group booking for over 10 people? Complete the Schools Preview Order Form 2019 (PDF 110KB) to attend the discounted 11am Friday matinee. The Friday matinee is discounted for school students and accompanying teachers.

If you’d like to grab a spot at one of the other three remaining shows complete the Group Booking Form 2019 (PDF 110KB).

Tickets for you and your family and friends

Save you and your family a spot online or by phone on 132 849.

Video – Schools Spectacular 2019

Duration: 0:26

Happy Spring Holidays

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 10:40:55 AEST

Thank you for a wonderful Term 3 of teaching and learning. Have a safe and relaxing holiday. Students return Monday 14 October 2019.

2019 Athletics Carnival

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 10:19:10 AEST

The Sefton Infants School Athletics Carnival will be happening soon. This will be an action-filled day filled with lots of fun athletic races and events, as well as sporting activities. We hope our parents, family members and friends can come along to cheer us on at Jim Ring Reserve, Birrong.

WHEN: 9:30am—1pm Wednesday 25 September

WHERE: Jim Ring Reserve (Near Birrong Bowling and Sports Club)

WHAT: Children will be participating in a range of fun races and sport activities. Please wear your sport team colours.

Have your say on before and after school care

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:38:01 AEST

We want to better understand your needs for before and after school care in NSW.

Have your say today on before and after school care.

Fill out the survey by Service NSW to share your specific care needs and to register interest to stay informed of new developments.

Your input will provide insights into where there are gaps in service availability and help us to deliver extra places where they are needed.

You can also contact the team responsible for rolling out the before and after school care commitment at BASCreform@det.nsw.edu.au.

Book yourself in for Reading Hour

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 11:24:32 AEST

This Australian Reading Hour, encourage your child to discover or rekindle their love of a good book. Take the time to learn, escape and relax on Thursday 19 September and read for one hour.

Get involved at home

Join in at home and read your child a bedtime story. Studies show that reading a bedtime story six days a week can give kids almost a year’s head start when they begin school. Reading has also been shown to develop empathy, promote critical thinking and help children find a sense of self.

Join in from the classroom

Bestselling children’s author and illustrator Matt Stanton will broadcast live to primary school children across the country from the Sydney Opera House on Tuesday 17 September. We invite schools to register for the livestream of this free event.

Stanton’s author talk is among more than 140 events happening across the country involving more than 50 authors.

Take the Book Swap Challenge

We all have favourite books that we come back to again and again.

To help celebrate Reading Hour take our Book Swap Challenge. We want students, teachers, staff and parents to try reading something new on the day. To get involved, simply pair up with someone and swap your favourite books.

Take a photo and tag it with #ReadingHour so we can see how you got involved.

Video – #ReadingHour authors talk about their favourite place to read

Duration: 0:38

Looking for a good spot to open a book? We asked authors Benjamin Law, Morris Gleitzman, Jacqueline Harvey and Mick Elliott about their favourite place to read.

How to be smart and safe on social media

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:44:50 AEST

Use our new Digital Citizenship toolkit to empower your child to understand how their online behaviour affects themselves and others.

You and your child can find information on:

how to ‘be positive’ by understanding online behaviour and its effect
'be smart’ by thinking critically and being digitally aware
'be safe’ by protecting your security, privacy and wellbeing.

A toolkit to empower you and your child

You can find articles and videos to equip and empower your child to minimise the risks and maximise the opportunities in our digital future.

We’ve partnered with leading researchers to produce a curated toolkit – aligned to the curriculum – which teachers and you can share with the young people in your lives.

Guide your child through important concepts such as:

managing privacy settings in social media
collaborating online
avoiding scams and hoaxes
understanding the law when it comes to online speech
Internet banking, shopping online and much more.

Keep your child safe and happy online

Visit and bookmark the Digital Citizenship website. We’ll continue to add articles and resources to ensure the best possible tools are available to help you guide your child to be positive, smart and safe online.

Child Protection Parent Session

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 17:24:53 AEST

During Term 3, all of our K-2 students will be participating in important Child Protection lessons as part of their studies in Health and Personal Development. Lessons in Child Protection are a mandatory part of the NSW Curriculum. Child Protection education aims to help children to learn ways to protect themselves from sexual abuse as well as other forms of abuse, including bullying. The children are taught strategies to respond to unsafe situations and how to network with trusted adults.

Sefton infants School will be holding a parent session to provide more information about the learning content that is part of Child Protection lessons for students K-2. The workshop will be held in the school library from 9-10am on Monday 19 August.

Child Protection education is even more effective if parents support their children’s learning in this area. We hope that our parents and carers can attend this valuable information session.

Education Week – Every student, every voice

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 14:09:23 AEST

We are celebrating our students and their powerful voices this Education Week Monday 5 August to Friday 9 August. Every year Education Week celebrates the achievements of public schools, our students and the value of public education.

This year, the theme is Every student, every voice.

Join us for #EdWeek19 as we celebrate our students and their power to shape the world.

Video – #EdWeek19 – Every student, every voice

Duration: 0:34

Kindergarten 2020 Parent Information Sessions

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 09:21:19 AEST

All parents/carers are warm;ly invited to an information session on helping your child with school readiness. The session will also present information on the educational programs offered at Sefton Infants School.

Date: Wednesday 7 August 2019

Session times available: 9-10am OR 12-1pm OR 5-6pm

This information session is for parents/carers only. Children should not attend.

Please phone the school office on 9644 4079 to confirm your attendance. We look forward to seeing you at one of our parent/carer information sessions.

Happy Holidays!

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 16:41:23 AEST

Thank you for a great term of learning. Wishing you a safe and relaxing winter holiday. Students return for more great learning adventures on Tuesday 23 July 2019.

Mufti and cupcake day

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 08:09:36 AEST

Sefton Infants School we will be hosting a Mufti and Cupcake Day to support the RSPCA foundation (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) on Friday 5th of July! Cupcake Day is the sweetest opportunity to get together and raise money for animals in need and help fight animal cruelty. On the day students can come to school in their mufti clothes and closed shoes. We are requesting that each student bring a gold coin donation on Friday 5th of July to support the RSPCA foundation. Also on the day, Stage 1 will be providing the delicious cupcakes which students can buy for 50c or $1 each.

Thank you for supporting this charity event.

Creative and Active Kids vouchers now available

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 11:39:48 AEST

Creative kids can now put a $100 voucher towards extra-curricular creative activities outside of school.

Together with Active Kids, this program aims to encourage more NSW children to participate in a range of extra-curricular activities such as coding, languages, circus, performing arts and visual arts.

Parents can apply for one $100 voucher for each child enrolled in school on the Creative Kids website and use it towards the cost of registration, participation or tuition. You just redeem the voucher with a registered provider in your area when making your payment.

This is a great opportunity for your child to become involved in a range of activities that will build on their education, growth and development.

Service NSW is working with industry bodies to deliver the program.

For more information, contact Service NSW on 137 788 or creativekids@service.nsw.gov.au.

K-2 Aquarium Excursion

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 12:29:02 AEST

All students in Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 will be going on an excursion to Sydney Aquarium on Friday 28 June 2019. The students will visit the aquarium to support and extend their learning of living things in science. The students will travel to and from the excursion venue by coach with seatbelts and will be under the strict supervision of their class teachers and many support staff.

WHEN:

Friday 28 June 2019

Students needs to arrive at school at 8:30am

WHAT TO WEAR:

Full school uniform, including school hat and school shoes

WHAT TO BRING

A healthy lunch and recess, including a bottle of water

Pack a raincoat in case of wet weather

All packed in school bag/backpack

Students need to return their excursion permission slip and payment to the school office by Wednesday 26 June.

Your NAPLAN questions answered

Thu, 09 May 2019 15:17:50 AEST

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a point in time assessment for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The tests assess the foundational skills in reading, writing, spelling and numeracy that are essential for every child to progress through school and life.

This year NAPLAN takes place between 14 and 16 May for paper tests and between 14 and 24 May for schools participating in NAPLAN Online.

NAPLAN data is used to help monitor student progress over time against a national measure and to identify areas of strength and improvement. It is used in combination with other school assessments to guide and support student learning.

Watch students ask an expert the tough questions about NAPLAN.

Video – Kids ask the hard questions

Duration – 3:45

Mother's Day Stall

Mon, 06 May 2019 09:40:18 AEST

Sefton Infants School is thanking our wonderful mums by hosting a special Mother’s Day Stall on Friday 10 May, 2019.

A lovely range of gifts will be available for our students to purchase for their mums or a special carer in their lives. The Mother’s Day gifts will be priced at $2, $5 or $10.

All monies raised from the stall will be used to help purchase classroom equipment for our students. We welcome any donations of suitable new gifts for this Mother’s Day Stall. We are also seeking any parents or friends of the school who may be able to assist with the running of the stall from 9 – 10:30am on Friday 10 May. Please see Ms Labbe if you are able to help with the Mother’s Day Stall.

Thank you for your support of this fundraising venture and we wish all of our mums a very happy Mother’s Day on Sunday 12 May.

Enrolling Now for 2020

Mon, 06 May 2019 10:24:40 AEST

Applications for Preschool or Kindergarten enrolment for 2020 at Sefton Infants School are now available from the school office.

Preschool enrolments

To apply for Preschool enrolment, your child must be 4 years of age by 31st July 2020. It is strongly suggested that your child already be 4 years of age at the commencement of 2020 so that they are ready for a preschool setting. Sefton Infants Preschool is very popular. Student places for our preschool are limited to 40 children per year, therefore criteria for priority of enrolment are followed. This means priority is given to families who live within the school boundary, as well as to older children who must enrol in school the following year. Please refer to the Preschool Enrolment Policy on our school website for further information. It is also a government requirement that all children who attend all preschools must be up-to-date with their immunisation vaccinations.

Kindergarten enrolments

To apply for Kindergarten enrolment, your child must be 5 years of age by 31st July 2020. It is strongly advised that your child already be 5 years and turning 6 years of age in 2020 to start Kindergarten as he/she will then be more likely to be ready for formal schooling. Legally, children do not need to start school until the year that they are turning 6 years of age. By this age, they are more mature and ready for the academic, physical and social demands of school.

Enrolment criteria

In addition to age requirements, priority enrolment criteria does apply, including initial places being offered to children living in the school’s local boundary area and/or whether they have siblings already enrolled at our school. Thank you for sharing this information with family and friends who may have children ready to start their Preschool and Kindergarten education next year. The early childhood education programs that run at Sefton Infants School are highly regarded in the local community. Student places are limited, so we recommend completing application forms as soon as possible.

Please visit our school office to collect an application form or to seek any more information about Sefton Infants School and Preschool.

Apply now for My Community Project funding

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 15:11:38 AEST

Do you have a great idea to improve your area?

My Community Project is a new NSW Government funding program that is all about local ideas, local projects and local decisions.

You can apply now for grants from $20,000 - $200,000 for projects that will make a difference to your community. Projects could include new playground equipment, sports facilities, paths or ramps to improve access, public art or a community service.

The local community can vote for their favourite projects in July and successful projects will be announced in September.

Project applications close 15 May 2019.

Apply for My Community Project funding

Happy autumn holidays

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 16:31:13 AEST

Many thanks to the staff, students and the Sefton Infants School community for such a productive and successful Term 1. We look forward to many more learning adventures in Term 2, starting on Tuesday 30 April. Happy holidays!

Bring back memories, not measles

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 15:21:35 AEST

With school holidays just around the corner, it’s time to visit your doctor to check that you and your family are fully protected against measles, before you travel overseas.

Measles is a serious, highly contagious, viral illness that is easily spread through the air when an infectious person coughs, sneezes or breathes. If you and your family are not fully vaccinated, or have never been vaccinated, you are at risk of contracting measles.

Not sure if you’re fully protected?

In Australia, the measles vaccine (MMR) consists of 2 doses. If you’re not sure whether you’ve had 2 doses of the measles vaccine, visit your doctor. It’s safe to receive another dose.

Children born in Australia

If your children were born in Australia, they may have received the measles vaccine at 12 months old and the second dose at 18 months, in accordance with the National Immunisation Program.
If you have a baby under 12 months old, consult your doctor about getting their measles vaccination.

Adults born in Australia

Born before 1966 – you were most likely exposed to measles as a child and are generally considered to be immune. If in doubt, ask your GP.
Born between 1966 and 1994 – you may not have received 2 doses. Talk to your doctor about the free vaccine if you’re unsure.
Born after 1994 – the National Immunisation Program offers 2 doses, and you can check your vaccination status using the Australian Immunisation Register.

For more information about the measles vaccination, visit NSW Health or consult your local doctor.

Swim School

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 12:38:46 AEDT

The School Swimming Scheme is an extremely worthwhile program organised by the Department of Education for students in Government schools to learn water safety and basic swimming skills. All students in Years 1 and 2 will be participating in the School Swimming Scheme from Monday 1 April to Friday 12 April. Each school day in this period, the students will walk to and from Birrong Leisure Centre under the diligent supervision of their teachers to participate in swimming and water safety lessons led by trained swimming teachers.

The water safety and swimming lessons will take place from approximately 11:45am to 1:30pm. The students will be undertaking their normal school studies and activities before and after the swimming lessons.

The children need to wear their swimming costume under their school uniform in the morning for ease of changing for their lesson. They will also need to bring a towel and underwear to change into after their lesson.

Harmony Day 2019

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 13:10:06 AEDT

Harmony Day is a time to celebrate our diversity, as well as our similarities as we cooperate to live and work together in our communities. Sefton Infants School is proud to have a diverse school community where everyone belongs. During this special day, our students will be involved in a range of learning activities aimed at furthering our respect for our differences and our understanding of our common needs and wants.

This year we also invite our school community to join us in celebrating Harmony Day with a shared picnic lunch taking place from 1pm on Thursday 21 March in the school playground.

Please bring a plate of food to share. The students are also asked to wear orange clothes or traditional costumes to school on this date to celebrate Harmony Day.

All families and friends are warmly welcomed to celebrate Harmony Day at Sefton Infants School.

5 road safety tips for parents and carers

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:29:54 AEDT

Now that students are back to school after a break it’s a good time to chat with your child about safe behaviours when you walk or commute to school.

Here are our top tips to help our students make a safe trip:

1. Be alert and aware

Take note of the dangers you come across on your walk and bring them to your child’s attention. Point out dangers, such as vehicles coming out of driveways. Talk to your child about being alert in a road environment.

2. Hold hands

When on the footpath, at a crossing or in a car park always hold your child's hand. It is advised to do this up to the age of at least 8 years old and closely supervise until at least the age of 10.

3. Choose a safe crossing

Lead by example and choose a safe place to cross the road. Explain why it is the safest place to cross.

4. Set a good example

Your child watches everything you do, so if you cross at the crossing they will too. It is also important to share these messages with other carers who may walk with your child to school.

5. Stop, Look, Listen, Think every time you cross the road

Discuss this important road safety message. STOP! one step back from the kerb. LOOK! continuously both ways. LISTEN! for the sounds of approaching traffic. THINK! whether it is safe to cross.

Practise makes perfect

The more supervised practice your child can get the better, so why not make Term 1 the start of a new routine to walk with your child to school more often.

Older children may be ready to make the journey to school independently. Before they take this step, observe if they are road safe and reinforce the road safety messages.

For more information, check out the department’s pedestrian safety advice for students, parents and carers.

Welcome to Sefton Infants School and Preschool

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 08:27:59 AEDT

A warm welcome to the school year for our new and returning families! It has been so lovely to hear all about our students’ holiday adventures and see how much they have grown over the summer break. We hope that all of our families had a relaxing and enjoyable school holiday time and are ready for another great year of learning at Sefton Infants School.

Sefton Infants School has made a fantastic start to the 2019 school year. Our new Preschoolers and Kindergarten students are settling very well into their new school routines and making new friends. All of our students are looking wonderful in their uniforms, displaying much pride in their school. Thank you to all of our parents and carers for assisting us with this smooth start to the school year.

2019 is set to be another great year of learning at Sefton Infants School. All of our teachers and administration staff are looking forward to the year ahead and ensuring a comprehensive range of excellent educational experiences for your child.

Wishing you and your child all the very best for a great school year filled with good health, happiness and successful learning.

Meet the Teachers

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 08:50:29 AEDT

All parents and caregivers are invited to a special 'Meet and Greet' session involving the teachers of Sefton Infants School. This informative session will take place on Wednesday 20 February from 4:30pm -5:30pm. Come along to meet your child's class teacher, find out about your child's class routines and expectations, as well as key concepts and topics we will be learning about in 2019. It is also a wonderful opportunity to meet other parents at the school. The meeting s will take place in the K-2 classrooms.

This meeting is just for parents and carers only. No students should attend. Please make alternative care arrangements for your children.

We hope to see you at our parent meet and greet afternoon.

Back to school

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 15:01:51 AEDT

The first day of Kindergarten and the return to school in the new year are busy times for your child – and for the entire family. To help you make the most of this time and enjoy the experience, we’ve compiled some useful tips and checklists. We want every student to be known, valued and cared for in our schools.

Our film #FirstDay2019 captures the excitement – and the nerves – of the rite of passage that is the first day of Kindergarten.

Video – Back to School 2019: First Day at Kindy

Duration – 1:00

Happy holidays!

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 07:19:44 AEDT

Thank you for another great year at our wonderful school! It has certainly been a fantastic year of learning at Sefton Infants School and Preschool. Our great student learning outcomes only take place because of the collective work of a large number of people.

There are our supportive parents who teach more to their children through their day to day dealings than we ever could in the short time they are in our care. There are the wonderful, dedicated School Learning Support Officers who go well beyond their call of duty to support our students and teachers.

There is the highly capable administration staff ensuring the smooth running of the school, providing answers to parents, organising the resources required for learning to take place and maintaining the grounds of the school.

There are the fantastic, caring and professional teachers who spend countless hours preparing and delivering engaging and high quality lessons to bring out the best in our students.

Last but not least, there are our students who make our school such a vibrant and friendly place to teach and learn. Our students certainly bring us all such joy and also teach us lessons everyday. I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and everyone of you for all the cooperative team work that goes into making Sefton Infants School the successful and harmonious school that it is.

The end of the school year is also a time when we bid farewell to many of our graduating students. It is a time of mixed emotions - sad to see our wonderful students leave, but also excitement and happiness at the thought of the new adventures awaiting them in their next chapter of education. Best wishes to all of our Preschool and Year 2 students and their families who will be moving on to new schools.

We wish all of our students and their families a very merry Christmas along with a happy and safe summer holiday. We are already looking forward to many more learning adventures in 2019.

School Security

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 07:30:02 AEDT

Unfortunately, holidays can be a time when schools become targets for vandalism or theft. Staff will be on-site at regular times throughout the summer break, as will security patrol personnel. However, we seek your support to help us keep our school safe by reporting any suspicious activities you may notice near or in the school grounds by calling:

SCHOOL SECURITY

1300 880 021

Thank you for your support.

1300 880 021

School Security Hotline

Important 2019 dates

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 07:35:47 AEDT

Wednesday 30 January: Years 1 and 2 return to school for the new year

Thursday 31 January: Kindergarten and some preschool students commence commence school (please refer to the kindergarten and preschool individual student starting time letters for your child)

We look forward to seeing all of our new and returning students for another wonderful year of learning in 2019.

2019 school budget allocations

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:25:38 AEDT

Like all NSW public schools, this week we will receive a School Budget Allocation Report with our funding for 2019. The report will help us manage our total budget delivered through the Resource Allocation Model (RAM).

The RAM supports schools through needs-based funding to ensure a fair, efficient and transparent allocation of funds. Our school has the flexibility to make local decisions based on the specific needs of our students.

We will use our 2019 funding to support students and improve educational outcomes. The school executive will continue to work with the school community as we implement the school plan using this needs-based funding.

Learn more about the 2019 RAM funding.