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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 7
March 20th 2026 |
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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 1 March 2026
April 2026
Term 2 April 2026
May 2026
Information Regarding Potential Industrial Action: March 24th
As many of you may be aware through recent media coverage, the Australian Education Union (AEU) has called for a statewide 24-hour stop-work action on Tuesday, 24th March 2026. This is a protected industrial action for union members and no staff member should be judged for their participation in a strike. There have been eight months of negotiation and no industrial agreement has been formed. Whilst there are many elements in this negotiation, the key factors are workload and pay, with Victoria’s teachers being the lowest paid in any state. Key Information for Families:
If this will cause you difficulties, in particular if you are a critical services worker, please get in touch as soon as possible. Please complete this online form if you need support for your child to attend school. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through these logistical requirements to ensure the continued safety of our students. Open Streets Active Travel 2026 
Our Open Streets active travel initiative is back for 2026, and we are looking forward to keeping the momentum going. This program encourages students, families, and staff to walk, cycle, and scoot to school. All healthy, sustainable alternatives to driving, made possible with Merri-Bek Council’s support.
Please mark your calendars for our 2026 event dates:
Sadly our usual coffee van (Thanks a Latte) are no longer available to support on the Thursdays. If you do know of another similar business that might be keen to attend the dates and sell coffee – please ask them to contact the school on 9306 9182. We’d love to establish another ongoing relationship with a coffee van for school events. Our first event on March 19th is a perfect chance to get involved, enjoy the buzz, and promote active travel together. A massive shout-out to Prateek, Melanie, Gautam, Phil, and Wayne for your amazing work and dedication to this initiative. Volunteer Grounds Crew: 2026 Working Bees Join us for our upcoming working bees as we continue to spruce up our outdoor areas. Please save the following dates for 2026:
A sausage sizzle will be provided for all volunteers. Students are more than welcome to attend and help out, but they must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. To help us plan for catering and projects, please contact Chris at [email protected] to confirm your attendance and let us know which project best suits your skills. Kind regards, Michael Gill Principal WHAT'S HAPPENING @ OAK PARK
WHOLE SCHOOL
Concert Reveal
Our students are SO excited to find out what our concert theme is going to be this year! As always, the Oak Park teachers and staff will dress up on the last assembly of the term and reveal to the students and community what the theme is! Last concert the students almost raised the roof with the excitement when they worked out that Moana Jnr was our concert theme, before that they couldn’t believe their luck that we were performing Lion King Jnr. What will be the surprise this concert year?
Concert dates are Tuesday 15th September and Wednesday 16th September. All students are required to attend both nights. The fun is just beginning! Come and join the excitement at the final assembly of the term when the theme is revealed! Assembly Timetable
School Tours 2027 Enrolments
Oak Park Primary School are offering school tours for prospective 2027 enrolments. Dates as follows: Thirsday23rd April – 9.30am Thursday 7th May – 9.30am Thursday 21st May – 9.30am Thursday 11th June – 9.30am Please book a school tour by calling the Office on 9306-9182 or via email: [email protected] Breakfast Club
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday we offer a Breakfast Club for students in the staffroom. Breakfast Club runs from 8.30am to 8.45am, there is fruit, cereal and toast on offer. If your child would like to attend and have breakfast prior to school starting, you may drop them off at 8.30am to the staffroom, where they will be signed in. We ask that students are not to attend before this time, and breakfast Club will finish at 8.45am sharp PFA Pie Drive
Our 2026 PIE DRIVE is up and running! Our PFA are in partnership with Tony’s Pies, and this is a delicious way to support our school. Please see below to order ORDERS CLOSE SATURDAY 28th MARCH 
Easter Raffle
Good Friday Appeal
Oak Park Primary School - Recycling Fundraising Drive
CSEF Application
Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) - 2026 The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) helps eligible families cover the cost of school camps, sports activities, excursions and incursions, so that financial circumstances are not a barrier to student participation. To Apply - Please complete click here to complete form. For further information, please contact the administration office. Smile Patrol Dental Service
Dental Week is just around the corner! No more juggling appointments or taking time off work. Smile Patrol is visiting OAK PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL on MONDAY 4th MAY 2026 to provide onsite dental care in our mobile dental van —super convenient! Smile Patrol offers free dental health education for all children. If your child qualifies under the Childcare Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), they may receive free treatments based on remaining benefits. If they don’t qualify we will still see them for a oral health check and education session for free. ******To sign up click here please return consent form by FRIDAY 27th MARCH. HARDCOPY FORMS AVAILABLE AT THE OFFICE Contact information: For more information please feel free to contact us. Email: [email protected] 
TeamKids Newsletter
SENIOR SCHOOL NEWS
Year 6 Polo 2nd Print
Thank you to all of those who expressed their interest in ordering another Year 6 polo. The Lowes online ordering portal will be open from TODAY Monday 16th of March until next Monday the 23rd of March ONLY. After this date no orders will be accepted. To order your polo click this link https://www.lowes.com.au/schools-online/oak-park-primary-school I have attached the ordering guide to this post as well for information. Orders will be delivered to the school 4-6 weeks after the closing date. If you have any questions please email me at [email protected] 
Year 6-7 Secondary College Transition
Year 6-7 TIMELINE: 22nd April: Year 6-7 Placement Application packs distributed to families 8th May: Year 6-7 Applications to be submitted to Oak Park Primary School 24th June: Parents advised of successful/unsuccessful outcomes 17th July: Appeals to Secondary Colleges to be submitted by this date GLADSTONE PARK SECONDARY COLLEGE
STUDENT TOURS: School Tours will run every Friday from now until the 15th May 2026. The tour will begin at 8.55am and run for approximately 1 hour OPEN DAY: Wednesday 29th April, starting at 9am. Parent Information session followed by student-led tours Please book your tour
ROSEHILL SECONDARY COLLEGE
OPEN DAY: Tuesday 28th April 2026. Rosehill will host an Open Day for prospective Year 7 2027 students. Open to students in Grade 5 & 6 this year. The school day will run from 9.15am to 2.15pm. Please book via their website OPEN EVENING: Thursday 30th April. Tours 4 – 6 pm. Last Tour departs @ 6pm. Principals address 6.45pm GUIDED TOURS: Tuesdays 9.30am Bookings essential. Please contact the college on 9337 2488 
BUCKLEY PARK SECONDARY COLLEGE
School Tour bookings are now open for prospective students and their carers/parents. These tours will be conducted by a member of the College leadership team and will provide an opportunity to see the school Please arrive at our Reception Lobby, 10 mins prior to tour start time as visitors are required to sign in.
PASCOE VALE GIRLS SECONDARY COLLEGE
Pascoe Vale Girls Secondary College 2027 Select Entry Accelerated Learning Program (SEAL) 
SPECIALIST
Physical Education
Making Waves: Our First Ever School Swimming Team Shines at Divisionals
This year marked a special milestone for our school – we fielded our very first swimming team at the Division Swimming Championships. For many schools this event is a long-standing tradition, but for us it was the beginning of something new. What made it even more impressive was how strongly our students competed against some of the most experienced and talented swimmers in the division.
From the moment our team arrived at the pool, their determination and enthusiasm were clear. Competing at this level can feel daunting, especially when racing against swimmers who train and compete regularly in clubs. However, our students embraced the challenge and showed incredible resilience in the water. One of the most exciting highlights of the day was seeing swimmer after swimmer achieve personal best times. Every member of the team stepped up, giving their absolute best in each race. It was fantastic to see the results of their hard work and preparation paying off, and it was clear that their commitment to training had made a real difference. Beyond the times on the scoreboard, what stood out most was the way our swimmers represented the school. They demonstrated our school values through their encouragement of one another, their sportsmanship toward competitors, and their willingness to step up and compete wherever the team needed them. They supported each other between races, celebrated each other’s successes, and showed great pride in wearing the school colours. A special mention must go to our Under 12 Boys Medley Relay team, who delivered an outstanding performance to finish 3rd place. Their teamwork, determination and strong swimming across all four strokes made for a thrilling race and a fantastic achievement at this level of competition. Considering this was our first ever school swimming team, the results were remarkable. The students held their own against some of the strongest swimmers in the division and represented the school with pride. Their dedication to training, early mornings in the pool, and willingness to challenge themselves truly paid off. We are incredibly proud of all our swimmers and the way they supported one another throughout the day. Well done to all our swimmers for doing the school proud and making a splash at Divisionals! 
Japanese
Over the past few weeks in Japanese, students have been developing their confidence while introducing themselves and expressing simple opinions. Students began by learning how to greet someone politely and use the phrase ‘nice to meet you’, while also practicing respectful bowing as part of Japanese culture. They then learned how to introduce themselves including their name and explored how to write their names in Katakana. Students enjoyed researching how their names are written and practicing correct pronunciation. This week students have started expressing their opinions by expressing what they like. In the coming weeks, students will continue developing this skill by asking each other questions about their likes and dislikes. It has been wonderful to see students building confidence and enthusiasm while learning Japanese! COMMUNITY NEWS
St Paul’s Warriors Basketball Club
Thinking about playing basketball? The local Warriors Basketball Club has over 200 players, aged from 6 to 17 - coming from many local schools including Oak Park Primary. We are a community driven sporting organisation that is diverse and inclusive, focussing on teaching the fundamentals of basketball skills and encouraging its players to make life-long friends. Not only does basketball offer physical development and health benefits, it provides mental & emotional growth, social & team skills, cognitive & strategic thinking, and most importantly accessibility and fun! The best part is it doesn’t take too much time! Only a 1-hour training session on a weeknight and a 1-hour for a game on Saturday at a local stadium. If you are interested in having a go, please register on our WARRIORS REGISTRATION - WINTER 2026 page. 
Victoria Police
Music Holiday Program
Oak Park Football Club
Auskick
Penola Saints
Woolworths Net Set Go!
School Contacts
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