LANCASTER PRIMARY SCHOOL

PARENT INFORMATION BOOKLET2018

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Our Values:Respect—for ourselves, others and the things around usResponsibility- for our own actions and our belongingsHonesty -truthfulness and open communication in all our thoughts and actions

Our Vision: Provide a caring, cohesive, comprehensive and

challenging education for all our students now and in the future (4Cs)

 LANCASTER PRIMARY SCHOOL

WELLER ROADLANCASTER, VIC 3620

 Phone: 03 5855 2560

Fax: 03 5855 2326Email: lancaster.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

Website: www.lancasterps.vic.edu.au 

Principal: Mrs Trish Perry

LANCASTER PRIMARY SCHOOLWELLER ROAD

LANCASTER, VIC 3620 

Phone: 03 5855 2560Fax: 03 5855 2326

Email: lancaster.ps@edumail.vic.gov.auWebsite: www.lancasterps.vic.edu.au

 Principal: Mrs Trish Perry

 

LANCASTER PRIMARY SCHOOL PARENT INFORMATION BOOKLET

Welcome.

The staff and school community at Lancaster Primary School extend a warm welcome to you and your child as he/she enters primary education at our school. We believe the school will offer your child rewarding and valuable educative experiences. You are entering into a partnership with the school where we have one common interest and focus - the children. Working together, we must attempt to provide the best possible environment for children to grow confidently and realise their full potential.

We are a very caring, dedicated and professional group of staff who work extremely hard to provide every child with a range of educational experiences. During the years, you are with us we will work with you to cater for the academic, social and emotional wellbeing of your child. This is achieved most effectively by working in partnership with each family to reinforce the values and attitudes required to prepare your child for the future.

Every four years our school reviews and devises a School Strategic Plan to set the direction of the school for the next four years. Our primary goal is to provide an excellent education for every student. To do this we evaluate our progress and plan a strategy that is critical to our school’s continued success – improving learning, engagement and wellbeing, and successful transitions and pathways for our children.

The Annual Implementation Plan describes how the key improvement strategies from the School Strategic Plan will be put into operation in each of the four years. The School Strategic Plan emphasises the importance of social skills program at our school which has as its foundations the development of confidence, persistence, organisation, getting along with others and resilience. These aspects support our school values underpin the programs and operations of our school.

Through your School Council and the subcommittees, you can take an active part in the life of the school and ensure that your ideas are considered. I hope that you will become involved in the many and varied activities of the classroom and the school, as it conveys the message that you are interested in your child/ren’s education and shows them that you do play an important part in this partnership. As we are a small school, a contribution in time and effort from each family can have a big impact upon the school.

I hope that this information booklet is able to answer some of the many questions that may arise, and will assist your introduction to Lancaster Primary School. However should you have any queries regarding your child's progress, the teaching program or the administration of the school, please do not hesitate to contact the class teacher or myself to discuss the matter. It is important that you feel comfortable as a partner in your child's education.

We look forward to a long and successful partnership with you in preparing your child for further education and beyond.

Trish PerryPRINCIPAL

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TERM DATES 2018

TERM ONE Monday 29th January(teachers start)

Tuesday 30th January – students startTo

Thursday 29th March

TERM TWO Monday 16th April To

Friday 29th June

TERM THREE Monday 16th JulyTo

Friday 21st September

TERM FOUR Monday 8th OctoberTo

Fri 21st December

(25th April ANZAC Day.)

Each year government schools are provided with four student-free days for professional development, school planning and administration, curriculum development, and student assessment and reporting purposes. The first day of Term 1 is a student-free day in all government schools to allow for appropriate planning to take place for the arrival of students. The remaining three student-free days will be decided by School Council and advertised through the school’s newsletter.

During February each year, Prep students are not required at school on Wednesdays.

SCHOOL TIMES9.00 am. School Commences

11.00 to 11.30 am. Morning Recess

1.00 to 1.45pm Lunch break

3.00pm Early bus to Kyabram

3.15pm School Dismissal

*NB- Thursdays lunch break is 1.30-2.15pm due to specialist teachers visitingPUNCTUALITY – Parents are asked to make every effort to have their children at school at least 5 minutes prior to 9.00am ready to commence classroom instructions, and to collect their children between 3.15 – 3.30pm each day as teachers often have other commitments.

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School RulesA comprehensive STUDENT WELLBEING POLICY is available for all families on the school website, detailing the School Rules, Rights and Responsibilities, consequences and positive reinforcements provided at school.

At Lancaster we provide an authentic approach to teaching and learning that will enable students to….DEVELOP A SENSE OF THEMSELVES AS LEARNERSEnjoy their own learning; make and act on responsible decisions about their own learning and its outcomes; develop interests and activities which can be carried on beyond school and gain satisfaction and confidence from their developing abilities.

LEARN IN A VARIETY OF WAYSGather and analyse evidence and form generalisations; analyse and evaluate arguments; questions and form values, ideas and opinions; learn through both personal experience and instruction; experience the usefulness and limitations of various modes of enquiry; learn in situations and settings both inside and outside the school and use a variety of media for understanding and communicating ideas and information.

RELATE LEARNING TO ACTIONExperience the interface between theory and practice; relate what they learn at school to what they do and learn outside school; develop strategies for solving problems and cooperate with others in achieving socially desirable outcomes.

CurriculumWe offer a comprehensive and inclusive curriculum for all students at our school and encourage parents to be partners in this process.Visits to the school by people who can improve and assist in Inquiry Units are encouraged and classes often move out into the community to learn more of the world about them.

MATHEMATICS in the early years involves the manipulation of concrete materials which provides the foundation upon which children can actively build ideas. At all levels teachers draw on students knowledge of the world to ensure that abstract ideas are linked to something familiar. The Maths domain covers Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and Statistics and Probability.

ENGLISH includes reading, writing, speaking and listening. Children are engaged in learning literacy skills and strategies by reading, writing, speaking and listening everyday at school. We base our Literacy lessons on The Multi-sensory Structured Language Program

HUMANITIES provide opportunities for students to develop a knowledge and understanding of their own society and environment; and how they differ from others. It also lays the foundation for understanding how people relate to each other and their environment. Specific emphasis is placed on incorporating Koorie Education and heritage, Civics and Citizenship and Studies of Asia into an integrated approach to planning and delivering curriculum

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PERFORMING ARTS involves singing, listening, playing, moving, dancing, creating and drama. It explores rhythm, melody, expression, tempo, style, harmony, form, pitch, beat and tone colour. Students perform in class, at assemblies and on special occasions (such as Awards night and Carols by Glow sticks). Musical tuition is available, at parental cost.

HEALTH education places an emphasis on promoting attitudes and behaviour, which contribute to personal and community wellbeing and developing the ability to make decisions about personal and community health matters. The Life Ed van is one service that provides external health education programs.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION covers swimming, athletics, gymnastics, ball handling, outdoor education, dance, minor games and major games. The

overall aim is for a child to master his/her body and to be able to coordinate oneself in a wide range of situations.

LIBRARY & STUDY SKILLS enable students to develop knowledge of the workings of the Library, and appreciation of literature, a love of books and to develop the children to the stage where they can utilise a Library for research and information location. Library education is provided by the visiting MARC van on a fortnightly basis.

ART is taught through activities in drawing, painting, printing, threads and textiles, modelling and construction, the art program develops a sense of enjoyment and confidence in art activities. Art/Craft skills and concepts are developed, imagination and creativity promoted along with an aesthetic awareness of the environment. The Art/Craft program is provided through the visiting MACC van on a fortnightly basis.

SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY – Technology is based on the ‘plan, design, build and evaluate’philosophy and covers a range of materials, systems, engineering techniques and concepts. The Science Curriculum is based on matter, energy, interaction and life.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY is a major focus at Lancaster Primary School with the design of the school, staffing and professional development seen as a valuable asset for the school community. Networked laptops and

iPads are available throughout the school. Information Technology is integrated into all classroom programs. Students and Parents are

encouraged to use the facilities both within school hours and at other specific times.

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Victorian Curriculum F-10 StructureThe Victorian Curriculum provides a single curriculum for levels F-10. It incorporates the Victorian Curriculum as it is progressively developed within a framework that reflects particular Victorian priorities and approaches to teaching and learning. (F is the abbreviation for ‘Foundation’ which is now the common term agreed to by all States and Territories to refer to the first level of school for curriculum design purposes).

The Victorian Curriculum website provides the F-10 curriculum for Victorian government and Catholic schools and is available to all independent schools as a model and resource for the effective implementation of the Curriculum. For curriculum planning, teaching and assessment resources, curriculum consultation information, and professional learning opportunities, please see the Victorian Curriculum Resources and Support material on the VCAA website.

ASSISTING YOUR CHILD AT HOMEFrom the time when your child was a tiny baby you have been developing a loving and caring relationship. It is most important that this loving and caring continues and is extended into an interest and appreciation of your child's schooling.

The most important thing that you can do to assist your child is to take an interest in all that they do.

Make the effort to spend some time with your child/children each night talking with them, discussing their interests, reading to them, telling them stories, hearing them read and so on. Both Mum and Dad should be involved in this whenever possible.

Always give your child a reason for your answers and / or decisions, and endeavour to have him or her give a reason for theirs. In developing the powers of decision making and reasoning your child becomes receptive to the various facets of his education both within and outside the school.

Language is of utmost importance in developing thinking processes, so please talk with your child, point out things to him or her and have them tell you about things.

If your child needs help with a particular subject or topic and you are not sure what the problem is, please discuss the matter with your child's class teacher so that everyone is aware of both the problem and possible solutions.

At all times, be reasonable with your requests and consistent in your actions so that your child is not confused by conflicting demands.

It should be remembered that the points made are based on sound educational principles and will help your child/ren achieve their potential.

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What is expected of your child on starting school?Your child is expected to be able to look after his/her own possessions, to be able to dress him/herself, to understand the concept of sharing and taking turns and to be toilet trained. Information sessions are conducted at the end of the child’s pre-school year to prepare parents and child(ren) for this first important transition to the child’s first year at school.

GENERAL INFORMATION

AbsencesChildren returning after any period of absence must bring a written note stating the reason for the absence or contact made via our online reporting platform uEducateUs. If it is known beforehand that a child will be absent for a long period, parents are requested to discuss this with the classroom teacher or the Principal. Written communication is required when a child is absent from school.

Accidents and / or IllnessIn the event of a serious accident or illness, contact will be made with a doctor and/or an ambulance will be called and the parents contacted immediately via the information supplied on the Enrolment Form. It is essential that we have a current telephone number, the address of both the parents, and an emergency contact person in the case of both parents being unavailable. You will appreciate that teachers are not trained medical staff and when any doubt arises concerning the severity or acuteness of an illness or injury, we normally contact the parent/s and let them make the decision whether or not to seek treatment.

Admission of PupilsThe parent or guardian is required to produce evidence of the child's date of birth when enrolling pupils. For children in the Prep grade this can be in the form of a Birth Certificate, Certificate of Baptism or a Health Centre Booklet. For other children transferring into the school it can be any one of these, or the transfer form from the previous school. For children enrolling in Prep grade for the first time, and for all children in Grades 4 or lower, a Certificate of Immunisation is also required. This can be obtained from the Council Offices or the relevant Health Centre.

AllowancesCAMPS, SPORTS and EXCURSIONS funding is available for families who hold a current health care card. Some families may also be eligible for support with school uniform purchases through the State Schools’ Relief program.

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Art / Craft For one session every two weeks, all classes will work with a funded Art / Craft teacher. Areas covered are: textiles, drawing, painting, modelling and various other craft activities.On a regular basis, classroom teachers will also provide children with Art / Craft activities.Art SmocksAll students require an Art Smock to be worn in order to keep their school clothes clean during art sessions.Please ensure that your child has a named Art smock at school.

Attendance and PunctualityRegular attendance is important as it helps school progress, social adjustment and the development of dependability. It is a recommended that unless a child is sick, they should attend school every day. Please provide a note to explain absences from school.To keep disruption to a minimum it is important that children do not arrive at school late.

BicyclesIf a child rides a bicycle to school it is the parents' responsibility to ensure that children can handle their bicycle proficiently and know and observe the rules of the road. Cyclists must wear a Safety Helmet at all times. It is recommended that children under 8 years do not ride un-supervised.

Book ClubYour child will have the opportunity of purchasing literature through the Scholastic Book Club at regular intervals throughout the year. Book Club details will be included in the newsletter.

Bus TravelChildren who travel on the bus are expected to observe a proper code of behaviour for their own safety and that of other passengers. They are not permitted to leave their seats while the vehicle is in motion, nor should they have limbs protruding from the vehicle. Any unacceptable behaviour may result in a child being excluded from bus travel for a time. Parents will be informed before this happens. The school bus is co-ordinated through Kyabram P-12 College.

PRIVATE BUS TRAVELOur school operates a private run from and back to Kyabram each day,picking up and dropping off at either the Stadium or at St Augustine’s school. There is also the school bus service from surrounding areas.

GeneralGood behaviour is required at all times when travelling on the school bus.Breaches of behaviour code will be reported to the Principal, who will take appropriate action in conjunction with the bus driver.

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Parents must fill out an application to travel on a school bus form. The Bus Coordinator at Kyabram Secondary College keeps this form. The form is available at the office.

Car ParkingPlease use the car park nearest the intersection and park in an orderly manner. You may use the bus turning area to pick up children in the afternoon if you are leaving prior to 3.45 p.m. Please do not park inside the school grounds or on the opposite side of the road for your children to run across.

Change of AddressParents are requested to inform both the class teacher and the General Office if there is a change of address or telephone number, or a change in Emergency contacts. Any other details are on the school records. Accurate records (particularly in relation to Emergency Contacts) are of utmost importance when urgent contact with parents is necessary.

Child and Family Health ProgramThe Child and Family Health Program offers all Victorian children a health assessment in their first year at school. School nurses deliver the program. It gives parents/guardians, teachers and nurses an opportunity to work together for the well being and educational progress of children.In order to carry out a health assessment, the nurses need to know information that only parents or guardians have about their child.Prior to the school nurse's visit parents will receive a School Entrant Health Questionnaire which will assist them to provide this information. Parents are encouraged to consult the school nurse at the time of her visit to their school to discuss any concerns they may have. All information is confidential. The health assessment is not intended to replace your normal source of health care.School nurses are also available to see children from other grades causing concern to parents or teachers.For further information please contact the Principal or child's teacher.

Dental / Medical AppointmentsIf you wish your child to leave school to attend a dental or medical appointment, you must make a personal contact with the class teacher or send a written request for the child to leave the school. Without such notification we cannot allow children to leave the school. The School Dental Service, based at Echuca hospital, is available for primary school aged children.

Emergency InformationPlease fill in the details of the family accurately and completely on the enrolment card. Notify the school of any changes. It is most essential that the school has the name, address and telephone number of a person to contact in case of emergency. It

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is also important that your child should know of your whereabouts during the day - at work, shopping, visiting (who), etc. Please keep the school informed of any changes of address, phone numbers, allergies, asthma, etc.

Excursions / CampsAlthough educational excursions and entertainments organised for your children cost you money, they should not be regarded as extras. Being able to see and experience things at first hand with his or her friends and teacher is one of the best educational experiences a child can have. Parents of involved children will be notified as soon as details are finalised. A Parent Consent Form along with excursion information will be sent home prior to each excursion, including information about payments.

HairHair should be kept clean and tidy at all times. It is suggested that long hair be kept tied back. As headlice are a common problem in schools, your support is requested in regularly checking your child's hair. Any lice found should be treated immediately and the school informed. Our school has developed a parent-managed head lice program which is co-ordinated by a group of trained parents. A confidentiality agreement is signed by the parent volunteers to ensure information privacy for all children and their families.

HatsOur school is a “Sun-Smart” school. To help avoid skin cancer, and to assist children to learn about the importance of skin care, all children must wear a broad brimmed hat during Terms 1 & 4. It is preferable that children wear the recommended school coloured hat. Children without a hat must sit in a specified shade area.

Illness and General HealthSchool is a place for healthy children. If your child is not well, please keep him or her at home until well enough to take part in the school program. If children become ill while at school a parent or nominee will be contacted and asked to collect the child as the school does not have the personnel or the facilities to care for sick children.

Infectious DiseasesDISEASE PATIENT SHALL BE EXCLUDED FROM SCHOOLCHICKEN POX Until fully recovered. NB. Some remaining scabs are not an indication forcontinued exclusion.CONJUNCTIVITIS Until discharge from eyes has ceased.DIARRHOEA Until diarrhoea ceases.DIPHTHERIA Until at least two negative nose and throat swabs have been obtained atintervals of not less than 48 hours, the first swab taken not less than 24hours after cessation of antimicrobial therapy.VIRAL HEPATITIS Until a medical certificate of recovery is produced or on subsidence ofsymptoms but not before 7 days after onset of jaundice.SCHOOL SORES Until sores have fully healed. The child may be allowed to (IMPETIGO) return provided that appropriated treatment is being applied and that soreson exposed surfaces such as a scalp, face, hands and legs are properlycovered with occlusive dressings.LEPROSY Until a medical certificate satisfactory to the Department of Health isproduced.

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MEASLES For at least seven days from the appearance of the rash or until a medicalcertificate of recovery is produced.MENINGOCOCCAL Until a medical certificate of recovery is produced.INFECTION (MENINGITIS)MUMPS Until fully recovered.HEAD LICE Until appropriate treatment has commenced, supported when(PEDICULOSIS) requested by a medical certificate.WHOOPING COUGH For four weeks or until a medical certificate of recovery is(PERTUSSIS) produced.POLIMYELITIS For at least fourteen days from onset and also until a medical certificate ofrecovery is produced.RINGWORM Until appropriate treatment has commenced, supported when requested bya medical certificate.RUBELLA Until fully covered and at least four days from the onset of the rash.SCABIES Until appropriate treatment has commenced, supported when requested bya medical certificate.SCARLET FEVER Until a medical certificate of recovery is produced.TRACHOMA Until appropriate treatment has commenced.TUBERCULOSIS Until a medical certificate is produced stating that the patient is no longerinfectious.TYPHOID & Until three successive negative faecal and urine cultures arePARATYPHOID FEVER obtained at twenty hour intervals, commencing at leastSeventy two hours after cessation of specific therapy.

Library / Marc VanThe MARC Van (Library Van) visits our school each fortnight. Please get into the habit of helping your child/ren to return books on the correct day. For your interest and knowledge, please note the following;

-Each child must have a Library bag. The bag should be at least 30cm x 30cm.-Please DO NOT attempt to repair books. We have special

mending materials in the library to make this job easy.-All children can borrow books in class time once a fortnight-You will be asked to pay for every book that your child loses, so please keep track of them.-We are a small school with a limited budget, so please return all books if you know that your child is leaving the school.

Lost PropertyPlease clearly name all articles of clothing, especially jumpers, windcheaters, tracksuit pieces and parkas. These are often removed during recess and lunchtimes and become forgotten items. The school is not responsible for tracking down the owners of un-named articles. All lost property will be displayed on the last day of each term so that parents and children have the opportunity to claim what is theirs.

LunchChildren should bring their lunch with them from home. Children are supervised when eating lunch. For safety reasons, glass bottles are not permitted at school. Please avoid Dairy foods, as we have children with Dairy allergies (Anaphylaxia).

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Lunch orders are available on Mondays and Fridays from the Merrigum Store. Price lists are available from school. Students are required to have the correct money in an envelope with their name and order clearly written on the front.

MedicationMany children attending school need medication from time to time to control various illnesses. Only prescribed medicines, which may be needed during school hours, should be brought to school. Any need for such medication should be brought to the attention of the class teacher and the medicines placed in the care of that teacher. Children should be encouraged as early as possible to be responsible for their medication and if necessary remind the busy teacher that it is needed.

Meetings -Fundraising -These meetings are conducted once per month at the school. You will be notified of the dates in the Newsletter. Please come along and support us.

- School Council-The purpose is to review and/or draft school policies for council approval and discuss the procedures and protocols of school operations. The School Council meets on each third Tuesday of the month. The Council consists of staff, parents and community members. Through School Council, the school makes many of its decisions in a collaborative way. If you are interested in becoming a School Councillor, elections occur at the start of each year. As a parent, other parent members represent you at School Council. Please keep in touch with them and let them know your opinion regarding Council issues.Please contact the school office for more detailed written material and contact information regarding the nominated school councillors.

Newsletters / Notices to ParentsIt is our practice to send home notices and Newsletters with the eldest child of each family. Please ask your child to be sure to bring all notices to your attention. Whenever possible all notices are consolidated into the regular weekly newsletter to be sent home each Thursday. You should get into the regular habit of looking for the "Newsletter" each week to keep up to date with what is happening.

Personal BelongingsStudents and parents need to be aware that any personal property brought to school by students is not insured and the school/government is not responsible for any loss.

Personal HygieneHygiene is especially important when large numbers of people live and work together. A daily bath or shower is essential in summer. It is most important that you train your child in the correct use of urinals and / or communal toilets (particularly flushing after use). It is also important that your child knows to wash his or her hands after visiting the toilet and that he or she knows that toilets are not places to play or eat in. Children with toileting difficulties should have a spare change of clothes readily available in a plastic bag in their school bag.

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The school should be notified of any disabilities in a child's hearing, sight, movement etc, so that safeguards or allowances can be taken. All children are expected to participate in sport, swimming, and other physical activities unless we are notified in writing of a reason for an exemption.

Pupil Free Days The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development provides 4 days each year to be used as Pupil Free Days. The dates are decided by the School Council in line with Departmental Policy.

Reports and Parent/Teacher InterviewsInformation regarding Parent/Teacher Interviews and Parent Information Sessions will be available early in the year. Reporting to parents and sharing information regarding curriculum and school policy is of paramount importance at Lancaster Primary School. Official reports about your child’s progress will be made twice per year: Mid Year - Written Report and Parent Teacher Interview, End of Year - Written Report. Parents may hold discussions with the class teacher when the need arises.

In support of our written reports all children bring home completed work. This work demonstrates childrens’ achievements through the year. All parents are encouraged to make positive comments. Individual learning plans are devised to address issues that particularly relate to an individual student’s learning behaviours. These individual learning plans have input from the student, teacher/s and parent/s and help provide focus so that children can achieve to their potential. The plans are usually devised during parent teacher interviews but can be implemented by parents or teachers at any time.The school will hold parent information evenings about relevant issues.The new reporting platform for our school is:

https://www.ueducateus.com.au

SafetyExamine your child's route to and from school and encourage him or her to use the same route each day. The Road Safety Council has shown that your child is less likely to become an accident victim if:

(a) He/she wears a bright raincoat if it is raining.(b) He/she crosses streets at intersections.(c) He/she uses a regular well known route.

School Requisites / LeviesSchool Council asks that all families to pay a levy toward the costs required to run extracurricular activities. This contribution is outlined on a sheet distributed at the end of each year for the next year. There is still a need for additional fund-raising which is carried out by the School Council, Parent's Club, Staff and Pupils. The levies include the use of resources, such as Art, Library Computers and Physical Education equipment. Please see the school if you would like to organise a payment arrangement that suits you.

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Specialist Teaching AreasOur school provides planned learning experiences in Learning Areas, as defined by the Federal and State Governments. Literacy and Numeracy are learning priorities for our school, and are integrated into learning activities where possible.

School Sporting OpportunitiesThe school has several sporting opportunities including football, netball and basketball. We encourage all parents to enrol their children into one of these teams. Sport provides great social benefits as well as teaching your child new physical skills. Parent involvement revolves around transporting, barracking, and coaching. If you have particular sporting skills please feel free to participate in our sporting programs.

Smoke-Free ZonesIn accordance with Department Policy, the whole school is a smoke-free zone. Visitors are requested not to smoke in the school grounds during school hours or in any buildings at the school at any time.

State Schools Relief CommitteeIf you are having genuine difficulty in providing your child with clothing suitable for school, please contact the Principal. The State Schools Relief Committee is funded by students in State Schools and is available to any parent in our system. It will provide (new) school uniforms, general clothing and shoes for any child recommended for assistance by Principals of schools. Assistance will remain confidential. Only the parent and Principal need to know who has applied for assistance from this service.

Stationery for ChildrenAll children’s stationery requirements are purchased by the school and paid for by parents at the beginning of the year.

SupervisionThe Staff supervises all recess periods, including the eating of lunch. No child has permission to leave the school grounds during the school day between arrival and departure, unless arranged beforehand.

SwimmingLessons are based on the Auswim Program. Children are placed in small groups and taught water safety, survival and swimming techniques.

TransferEach pupil transferring from one Primary School to another should be issued with a Transfer Note by the School Principal. If you are transferring your child you should inform us several days before the event so that the transfer note and a report can be prepared.

UniformSchool uniform is compulsory and expected. The uniform is royal blue and gold. Our supplier is Mister Embroidery.

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Working Bees Many jobs around the school are completed at working bees. Parents are encouraged to attend when working bees are held. Many hands make light work and often these working bees are a great way of socialising and sharing pride in our school.

A FINAL NOTEWe hope that the information provided within this booklet assists you in organising your child’s education. Lancaster Primary School is a small, caring school that strives for excellence in all that it does. We strive to provide a positive, vibrant and innovative learning environment where students, parents and teachers achieve their common goals. You and your child/ren are very important to us. We hope that your time at Lancaster is one of fulfilment, enjoyment and satisfaction. We look forward to a positive and productive relationship that achieves our ultimate goal - the best for your children.

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