From the Principal
We hope everyone is having a happy and successful fourth term.
As the weather warms up, I would like to remind families of the importance of drinking water.
The recommended daily intake of water for children is 5 cups for students from Kindy to Year 3 and up to 6 cups for older students. If they are physically active, a little more is a very good idea. More information can be found here: Hydration tips for children
Building and Grounds
A contractor has been approved to replace the floor in Room 18. The work is scheduled for the next holiday period. We hope to have it up and running as a functioning classroom from the beginning of 2025.
Our contractor will commence work on the ECE playground upgrade over the Christmas break.
Maths Olympiad
We recently competed in the Maths Olympiad over several weeks. 10 of our students finished in the top 10% of all students. An amazing performance. I would particularly lie to thank Mrs Donaldson for her leadership of these students in this program.
Planning for 2025
Planning has begun for 2025. We anticipate some staff changes and minimal enrolment growth. If your family is planning on moving to another school or is likely to be late back from holidays in 2025, please let us know as soon as possible via email at: shelley.ps@education.wa.edu.au
End of Year
The end of year concert will be on Tuesday, 10th December. The format will be as per 2023. This year we are having Christmas as our theme.
Student numbers for 2025 are slightly down from 2024, but not significantly. We anticipate a similar class structure next year. We will not release class lists until January 2025. However, students with special needs will know their new classroom by the end of this year. There will be an early ‘Meet the Teacher’ opportunity for those students prior to the commencement of term one.
ECE Playground after-school
At the end of the school day, our expectation is that all kindergarten and pre-primary students are released from the classroom into the care of a responsible person, who then takes them home.
If families are staying for a few minutes after school, it is the responsibility of parents and carers to watch their children and ensure they are playing and behaving in a safe way.
Trevor Phoebe | Principal
Personal Items Lists
Please find the 2025 Students Personal Items List for Kindy to Year 6. On our school website. https://shelleyps.wa.edu.au/booklists/
Ordering your Requirements List through West School Supplies, your school’s preferred supplier, ensures your child receives the correct items as chosen by your school for the curriculum. Placing your order using any of the easy home delivery options below will also assist in raising additional funds for your school.
ORDER ONLINE BEFORE FRIDAY, 3 JANUARY 2025
TO ENSURE DELIVERY PRIOR TO SCHOOL COMMENCING
Shelley Primary 2025 – Kindergarten
Shelley Primary 2025 – Pre-Primary
Year 2 student presenting a cheque to Kanyana Wildlife
Our Year 2 students sold keyrings on Open Night and raised $307.00 for the Kanyana Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. The cheque was presented to Angela Barton.
Room 3 Comparing Toys from Past to Present.
They have been comparing toys from the past with those we have today. They then made an old-fashioned Cup and Ball toy.
DAS Award Night
Once again, it was a very successful event, with many parents attending.
The winners in Year Six: Sai, Chloe and Yojit
The winners in Year Five: Lucas T, Matty, Sophia T and Vincent.
Congratulations on Winning a Merit Certificate!
| Room/Year | Recipient |
| Room 1 – Year 1 | Eliza, Liam, Armaan and Alan |
| Room 2 – Year 1 | Joanna, Grace, Dylan, Reuben and Zora |
| Room 3 – Year 2 | Jessie, Aiden, Kyle, Jui and Asma |
| Room 4 – Year 2 | Charlotte, Sambhwi, Zara, Joc and Yuru |
| Room 5 – Year 2/3 | Isabella, Magnus, Elliott, Arzoe and Melika |
| Room 6 – Year 3 | Hannah, Harry, Malak, Karanbir, Denith, Kennon and Cathy |
| Room 7 – Year 3/4 | Kate, Stella and Nayra |
| Room 8 – Year 4/5 | Lucas, Subash, Luca, Quennie, Ellie, Swara and Donghwa |
| Room 9 – Year 5 | Eileen, Raj, Parv and Kevin |
| Room 10 – Year 5/6 | Elisha, Sophie S, Zinan, Joshua, Luke and Rahul |
| Room 11 – Year 6 | Navik, Jude, Donovan, Max, Jasper, Natalie, Mitchell, Thomas and Charlotte |
| Room 12 – Year 6 | Sitara, Layla, Adele, Jayden, Vithusana, Kate, Benjamin and Jocelyn |
| Room 17 – Year 4 | Dhiya, Beau, Maral, Aakifa, Jeremy, Sifat, Micah, Taral, Roy, Arjun and Charlie |
| Room 19 – Year 3 | Yethro, Evania, Zylah, Mason, Rishi and Emery |
| German (LOTE) | Alyiah, Mitchell and Amelia B |
River Rangers Term 4
As the end of the year draws to a close, the River Rangers have some terrific opportunities that will leave them with fond memories. On Monday, The Department of Transport – Marine Education, visited the school and gave an entertaining and informative session on the topic of boat safety. The Rangers learnt about life jackets, and boating requirements and even got to see Tom dress-up ready for a day of fishing, the presenters releasing flares (they have permission) and climbed onboard one of the Department’s boats. All practical knowledge for the up and coming Rottnest excursion.
2024 School Photo Reminder
All photos are currently available to purchase, but they will be removed from our website at the end of Term 4 in readiness for next year.
Canning’s Baha’i Inspired Children’s Festival
On the 5th of October (during the term 3 school holidays), the Canning Bahá’í youth brought together children, families, and friends for the Children’s Festival at Shelley Primary School.
Around 35 children from Shelly, Riverton and surrounding neighborhoods attended the whole-day event. The theme “Unity” was woven into every activity, from arts and crafts to sport and song.
The festival’s theme of unity was explored through a variety of creative activities. From collaborative art projects to interactive storytelling sessions, every child had the chance to participate in activities that encourage working together, celebrating each other’s unique talents, and building a sense of shared purpose.
Better Health Company Government-Funded Health Promotion Services Across WA: Term 1 2025
The WA Department of Health has supported Better Health Company to provide free healthy lifestyle programs for WA communities.
Better Health Program – for children aged 6-12yrs who are above a healthy weight and their family.
Active8 Program – for children aged 2-5yrs and their family.
Better Health Coaching Service – adults aged 18 and above seeking healthy lifestyle support.
All services programs provide FREE support from a dietician/nutritionist across a range of healthy lifestyle areas including nutrition, physical activity, and behaviour change and are provided with practical resources to support healthy behaviour change at home.
Family Programs are delivered ONLINE or in person at a local community venue. Registrations are now open for Term 1!
Locations for our FREE in person family programs are:
| Program | Location | Start date | Day | Time |
| Better Health Program | Osborne Park BOUNCE | 10th February | Mondays | 4pm-6pm |
| Better Health Program | Osborne Park BOUNCE | 11th February | Tuesdays | 4pm-6pm |
| Better Health Program | Cannington BOUNCE | 11th February | Tuesdays | 4pm-6pm |
| Better Health Program | Joondalup BOUNCE | 12th February | Wednesdays | 4pm-6pm |
| Better Health Program | Cannington BOUNCE | 13th February | Thursdays | 4pm-6pm |
| Active8 | Swan Children and Family Centre | TBC | TBC | TBC |
NOTE: Online programs are delivered on-demand meaning individuals and families can start as soon as they are referred or registered.
Families and individuals can self-sign up or be referred by a health professional here: