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The Oak Leaf |
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Address: Willett Avenue, Oak Park VIC 3046
T:(03) 9306 9182 E: [email protected] |
Issue 31
October 17th 2025 |
Oak Park Primary School will work collaboratively to provide a stimulating, safe and challenging learning environment that promotes resilient, innovative thinkers.
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Calendar of Events
Term 4 October 2025
November 2025
December 2025
WHAT'S HAPPENING @ OAK PARK
WHOLE SCHOOL
Oak Park Primary School Art Show
Art Show next Thursday- tickets selling fast!
Our Art Show is on next Thursday night! Thank you to all families to who have already purchased tickets. Pre-booking is required for catering requirements. We can't wait to see your family at the Art Show! Tickets are available here https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1470070 Date- Thursday 23rd October Doors open- 5pm- 8pm (allow 1-2 hours to enjoy the experience and meet other families in our community) Price- $10 per adult. Children are free. Additional details regarding the Art Show are available when purchasing a ticket via the 'Try Booking' link above and also posted in our weekly newsletter. The evening will showcase student artwork, but also be plenty of fun for the whole family, including:
We are honoured to announce that world-famous Australian artist Ken Done has generously donated two signed artworks to help fundraise for our school. These incredible pieces will be on display during the Art Show, and the highest bidders in the Silent Auction will take them home. 
Sheryl Hamilton has also designed and created a beautiful Aboriginal themed quilt, seen below.
Principal's Column
Fun Run – Keep the signups coming! Our annual Fun Run is fast approaching on November 10th, and we can’t wait for another fantastic day of energy, colour and community spirit! We’d love to see every student sign up and get involved to support this great event. The inflatables are booked (windy weather permitting) and we’re aiming for the biggest and best Fun Run yet. All funds raised this year will go towards the development of a new senior school playground, making it an event that truly benefits students. If we tip over $20,000, I get slimed at assembly – which could certainly be entertaining… Working Bee – thanks for the support! We want to extend our thanks to the parents who gave their time and energy to support our recent working bee in the Sustainability Orchard and spreading tan bark in our playgrounds to help maintain safety. A big thank you to Andrew Ward for this chainsaw skills as well as Megan Wilson, Deepthi Varma, Brendan Aked, and Susan Greenshields. An especially large thank you to Chris Burke and Trevor German for their organisation of the event. There are already plans for further Working Bees in 2025 and we appreciate the support. Kind regards, Michael Gill Principal Assembly Timetable
Fun Run
Get ready to put on your running shoes and join us for an exhilarating event that promises fun, fitness, and community – the School Fun Run! Mark your calendars because on Monday 10th November 2025, our school grounds will be transformed into a mini marathon. The event aims to promote health, wellness, and community spirit while having an absolute blast! This will be our major fundraiser for the year, and we’re raising funds for a new senior school playground! Sign up at School Fun Run | Australia today to get involved! The class with the most profiles by the 17th October, will win an icy pole party! Get ready to make memories with your kids, while they run, laugh, and enjoy the day with their classmates! 
Family Portrait Fundraiser 18 Oct - book your spot now!
The PFA has organised a family portrait fundraiser day with Aver & Line on Saturday 18 October. Book a 20min portrait session for $35 which is donated to the school. Receive one free print and the option to purchase more. ***ONLY A COUPLE OF SESSIONS LEFT…..GET IN QUICK Further details are at the booking link: https://koalendar.com/e/oakparkprimary2025?month=2025-10&duration=20 
Book Club
BOOK CLUB ISSUE 7 There is still time to order from Issue 7 of Book Club! Don't forget to choose the 'GIFT' option online if you would like your purchase to be a 'surprise'. These orders will be held in the library for you to collect. All orders need to be submitted no later than Monday the 20th October. Thank you to all families who have placed an order already, your support is greatly appreciated. Michelle Watson Interschool Chess Tournament
Oak Park Primary School will again be hosting the Interschool Chess Tournament on Wednesday 26th November beginning at 9am, finishing at 2.45pm. The Tournament will be held in the gym. 
Term 4 Zooper Doopers
EARLY YEARS NEWS
Foundation Breakfast
Grade 1/2 Sleepover
Help needed for the 1/2 Sleepover breakfast! Remember when your child had such a great time at their 1/2 Sleepover? Please help us make it just as special for this year’s students! There might even be a pancake in it for you! We’re looking for a few extra helpers for the Sleepover breakfast on Saturday 29th of November from 6:00–8:00am. At the moment, we only have one volunteer, so we’re really hoping a few more parents or carers from any year level can lend a hand. We are aiming for 10 volunteers to make the morning run smoothly. Volunteers will need to have their Working with Children Check. If you’re able to help with serving breakfast, pouring drinks, or general supervision, we’d be very grateful. Please email [email protected] if you can help. Thank you Grade 1/2 Swimming Program at Windy Hill
This week our Year 1/2 students took part in the annual swimming program at Windy Hill, and what a fantastic week it was! Each day, the children arrived full of excitement, ready to jump in and build their confidence in the water. Throughout the program, students learned a range of important swimming and water safety skills — from floating and kicking to practising safe entries and learning how to stay calm in the pool. The instructors were wonderful at encouraging each child to challenge themselves and celebrate their progress. There were plenty of smiles, laughter, and proud moments as students gained new skills and independence in the water. It was wonderful to see the teamwork, perseverance, and positive attitude from everyone involved. A big thank you to the staff and parent helpers who supported the program, and to the team at Windy Hill for providing such a welcoming and fun environment. The week was a huge success — and we’re so proud of our 1/2 students for giving it their all!
MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS
Grade 3/4 Camp
Waratah Bay Beach Adventure Camp From the 8th to the 10th of October, the Year 3/4 students enjoyed a memorable camp at Waratah Bay. Over three days, they took part in a range of activities that encouraged teamwork, friendship and resilience. Students were placed in mixed groups to work together on different initiatives and challenges, developing cooperation and problem-solving skills. Their bravery was especially tested on the Flying Fish (giant swing), where many faced their fears with courage and determination. Highlights of the camp included the night beach walk where students spotted soldier crabs, toasting marshmallows by the campfire, beach walks and games, delicious food, and of course, the flying pancakes on the final morning. A big thank you to the teachers Leah, Amy, Jane, Nicola, Leigh and Alyena, and to our parent helpers David, Michael, Justin and Kylie for their time and support. The Year 3/4 students returned home proud of their achievements and grateful for the new memories and friendships made. 
SENIOR SCHOOL NEWS
Year 6 Polos and Hoodies
It’s that exciting time, when our Year 5 students begin taking the steps into Year 6! We are very excited to share the new designs of our Year 6 hoodies and polos with you today! Orders opened online Monday the 22nd of September and close Friday October 25th, with no late orders accepted. Attached you will find
We cannot wait to see our fabulous 2026 Year 6’s in these exciting new items!! If you have any questions, please contact Kate at [email protected]
Grade 5/6 Coding
This week, 5/6s took part in a hands-on coding incursion to begin our Term 4 inquiry into Digital Technologies. We explored how digital systems store, process, and communicate data through decoding activities and fun problem-solving challenges. Students designed and tested their own algorithms using flowcharts and binary code to gain a deeper understanding of how computers think. The highlight was programming Sphero robots to navigate ramps and obstacles, which we soon discovered was far more difficult (and funny) than predicted!
Year 6-7 Transition
Tuesday 9th December is a state-wide Year 7 Orientation Day for all Year 6 students attending a Government Secondary College in 2026. Further information will be supplied by the relevant Secondary College. Monday 8th December will be the Year 7 Orientation Day for Year 6 students attending Ave Maria College. Families will be provided with further information closer to the date AITKEN COLLEGE: Wednesday 22nd October 4pm – 7pm, Aitken College are hosting an Open Evening for prospective Year 7 students. Enrolment Applications are now open for Year 7, 2028 and they close in May 2026 
SPECIALIST
Physical Education
A huge congratulations to our amazing students who competed at the Northern Metro Regional Athletics in Epping yesterday! It was a fantastic day filled with effort, determination, and plenty of school spirit. Our students achieved some outstanding results:
These incredible performances mean we’ll have several students heading to the State Championships on November 6th. We can’t wait to cheer them on as they take on the best in Victoria! 🌟👏 Performing Arts
Grade 1/2- Indigenous Dance Our Grade 1/2 students have been enjoying an exciting unit in Performing Arts, exploring Indigenous dance and the way movement is used to tell stories about the land, animals and culture. Through these lessons, students have been learning to move like a range of native Australian animals, including the kangaroo, echidna, carpet snake and goanna. They have loved discovering how each animal moves and what makes them unique- such as how a kangaroo can move each ear independently to listen for sounds in different directions! Students are beginning to understand that dance is an important part of Indigenous culture, used not only for celebration but also for storytelling and passing on knowledge. Well done Grade 1/2 students! 
COMMUNITY NEWS
Australian Girls Choir
Vic Soccer
School Contacts
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