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We are excited to announce that Westall Primary School will be hosting an English Language Centre program in term 4.



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There will be a Junior class (grades F-3) and a Senior Class (grades 4-6), this may adjust depending on enrolment and needs of the students. Westall SC is the auspicing school for which enrolments will need to be forwarded for the 20-week program.

The program will be a hybrid model with students spending about 1/2 the day in the program and 1/2 the day in their regular class.

This will mean that they get specialist English language instruction, as well as being able to connect with their peers and participate in a range of learning activities with their class.

 

🌍 Prepare to be amazed as our school's Harmony Day celebration takes you on a remarkable journey around the world! Immerse yourself in the kaleidoscope of cultures as you witness the incredible talent and passion displayed by our diverse student body from Westall Primary School, High School and community members from the City of Kingston Westall Hub. The event was an extraordinary showcase of unity, understanding, and respect, fostering an environment where everyone felt valued and accepted. From captivating traditional performances to enlightening cultural exhibitions, the Harmony Day celebration transported us to different corners of the globe, leaving us with a deeper appreciation for the richness that diversity brings to our lives. Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of this captivating experience. Watch the enchanting video capturing the heart and soul of Harmony Day, and let its message of unity and harmony inspire you to embrace diversity and celebrate our collective heritage.



 

Westall Primary School is proud to announce that our two new therapy rooms are now fully set up and furnished and in use on a daily basis!

At Westall, student wellbeing is a priority at the school - with students accessing a range of support including Speech Therapy, Play-therapy, Occupational Therapy and Counselling.

Our school counsellors are available everyday to support students in a range of areas including - anxiety, making friends, grief, trauma, sleep and eating concerns and use a range of approaches including talk-therapy, music and art therapy, ABC analysis to assist students. Counsellors are available to meet with parents and carers to discuss concerns confidentially.

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Preventing and Responding to Racism

Racism is not tolerated in Westall Primary School ​ Westall Primary School is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment where racism is not tolerated. Racism harms students’ mental health, learning and sense of belonging. We celebrate the diversity of cultures, ethnicities and faiths of all our students. It is up to all of us at Westall Primary School to make our school a place that is free of racism and where everyone feels respected and can learn in a safe and inclusive environment. ​ ​ ​ What Westall Primary School is doing to prevent racism   Westall Primary School follows the Department of Education’s Preventing and Addressing Racism in Schools Policy. We are building a culturally safe school with inclusive learning for everyone by working with staff, students, families, carers and communities. We will: provide programs that teach about and celebrate diversity, inclusion and the impact of racism to build understanding and empathy use practices that support all students to thrive implement anti-racism efforts to prevent and address racism effectively make sure everyone feels safe, with clear and accessible pathways to report racism ​ ​ ​ What to do if your child experiences or witnesses racism at school ​ If your child experiences or witnesses racism or religious discrimination at school, please let us know. You can tell your child’s teacher or any of the following school staff members: Principal or Assistant Principal ​ ​ ​ Report Racism hotline ​ If you don’t feel comfortable reporting racism to school, or you are not happy with the school’s response, you can report racism to: the Department of Education’s Report Racism hotline via email report.racism@education.vic.gov.au or phone 1800 722 476 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) Victorian Aboriginal Education Association Inc. (VAEAI) via email vaeai@vaeai.org.au or phone 03 9481 0800 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission (VEOHRC) online, via email complaints@veohrc.vic.gov.au or phone 1300 292 153 (Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm). For additional support following an incident of racism: First Nations students, staff or families can contact Victorian Aboriginal Education Association Inc. (VAEAI) Jewish students, staff or families can contact the Jewish Community Council of Victoria Muslim students, staff or families can contact the Islamic Council of Victoria   For more information about how to report racism to the school, and to get information in community languages, visit this website: Report racism or religious discrimination in schools. If you need an interpreter to call the school, please use the details available at: Guide for Families: How to use an interpreter to contact your school. ​ ​ ​ How Westall Primary School will respond to racism ​ When you report a racist incident, Westall Primary School will: take your report seriously and act quickly give you ongoing support investigate and respond safely and appropriately  keep you informed, while respecting privacy review the incident to help avoid it from happening again. ​

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