Premier's Telethon Challenge - Storytelling Competition Shortlisted Entries
Thank you to all the students who participated in the Premier's Telethon Challenge storytelling competition, creating posters and stories exploring the theme 'kids helping kids' and how we can shape a better and brighter future.
We would like to congratulate our two shortlisted Ashdale Primary School entries for the Premier's Telethon Challenge storytelling competition. Our lower primary (K-2) entrant is Jisha from LA15 who submitted a story and poem on being kind to each other at Ashdale Primary. Our upper primary (3-6) entrant is Seraphina from LA16 who submitted a comic strip on kindness and acceptance of others.
Best of luck to both our entrants.
Community News
After-school indoor cricket program in Term 3!
When:
- Wednesday 4:00-5:00pm
- Starts 3rd of September
- 4-week program
What:
- Indoor Cricket Blast centre – students take part in activities to better understand the game of cricket and learn skill development! Finishing off with more game-like activities in the final weeks and for the older students!
Who:
- Cricket blast – ages 5-10(both girls and boys)
Where:
- Playpoint Indoor Sports – Ballajura
This is a funded program so it is free to participants, however spots are limited.
Speak-Up Awards
On Monday 18th August, three of our Year 6 students represented our school at the Speak-Up Award Competition. A huge congratulations to Aarjav K, Keerthi K and Ritaj D, who delivered their speeches beautifully, making us all incredibly proud.
In the lead-up to the event, these students demonstrated outstanding dedication and effort, often giving up their own time before and after school and during break times to rehearse. Being selected to represent our school was an achievement in itself, and they embraced the challenge with enthusiasm and determination.
Although we didn’t progress to the finals this year, they all did extremely well against tough competition, and gave it their all. The standard was exceptionally high.
Well done, Aarjav, Keerthi, and Ritaj — you’ve done yourselves and our school proud!
Katherine Thorley - Year 6 Teacher
Enrolments 2026 Kindergarten to Year 6
If your child/ren won’t be returning to Ashdale Primary School in 2026, can you please advise the office by email ashdale.ps.enrolments@education.wa.edu.au
P&C News
By now, all students should have brought home their official Colour Run packs – we’ve seen that lots of students have created their profiles and are already fundraising, what superstars! The winner of this week's competition for the highest number of sign-ups in class is LA04 Purple with 19 signups!
Every student in this class will receive a pencil delivered to their class by the end of the week.
Can you believe it? Our awesome Principal Mr. Watson and Deputy Principal Mr. Hoft have said yes to being SLIMED! Raise $100 or more and go into the draw to win - we will be choosing 6 students to do the honours of sliming Mr. Watson and Mr. Hoft! Sliming will take place on Thursday, September 11th at lunchtime - let’s all pitch in a few bucks to make sure you're the one to do the sliming!
Last weekend two of our P&C members, Nadia and Sam, had the privilege of attending the P&C WACSSO conference. They joined our P&C secretary, Nicole, who also happens to be a WACSSO State Councillor. The conference fosters connections between various schools, allowing them to exchange ideas on enhancing P&C initiatives, understanding legal rights, and engaging the community. Our delegates returned with valuable insights and are eager to share their experiences and newfound knowledge at the upcoming P&C meeting on Tuesday 2nd September at 7pm in the staff room.
This year, our P&C will be farewelling some of our long-term members as their children move on to High School. We will be looking for new members and volunteers to take on committee roles, including Treasurer and Fundraising Co-ordinator. These roles are not only essential to keeping our P&C running but they provide the opportunity to be involved with a strong and vibrant P&C who are dedicated to making the Ashdale Primary School experience incredible for our kids. Could you be the right fit? Please come along and see what it is all about or email us at pandc.ashdaleps@outlook.com.
Father's Day Stall
We’re thrilled to offer you a chance to pick up a special Father’s Day gift while supporting our P&C!
Join us on September 4th from 2:45pm to 3:45pm!
We need parent volunteers to help with setup, sales (cash and Eftpos), and to pack away the tables afterward.
Can you spare some time? Let’s make this a successful event together https://signup.com/go/UYQgkuy
Legends
DoE SECURITY
Please help to keep our school safe! As part of our school community, we ask that if you see any unusual behaviour, evidence of theft or vandalism of our school outside of school hours, could you please contact school security on the number below.
Please do not approach any individuals, just contact security and they will investigate the situation or contact the Police. Working together will help protect our school.
9264 4771 (24-hour number) or 9264 4635
Office News
School Voluntary Contributions (including P & C Contribution)
Have you paid the voluntary contribution $60/student and P & C Levy $40/family?
We encourage payments via the Qkr! app – this is a very simple and quick process and alleviates the need for busy parents to come into the office or send money in with students.
Instructions on how to download the App are available on our website from the link below or see the Qkr! Tip article below.
- Alternative payment methods (cash/eftpos/credit card) are available through the front office.
- Families may pay the Voluntary Contribution in instalments.
Principal’s Report
Dear Parents and Community Members,
On Monday night, the annual Open Community School Board Meeting will be held in the staffroom at 6:30pm. Whilst all School Board meetings are open to the school community, the annual meeting is specifically designed to give non-Board members the opportunity to come along, observe, and see how the School Board operates.
Our meetings are interactive, and members consistently report that they thoroughly enjoy being part of the process. Below are some reflections shared during the round-table discussion at the most recent meeting, which capture the value members place on being involved:
Round Table Reflections (15 mins)
- “Great to hear different points of view—it’s very helpful.”
- “Looking forward to seeing the NAPLAN results.”
- “Enjoy hearing the strategic updates.”
- “Will seek additional feedback in regard to the canteen.”
- “Received good feedback from children on the bullying workshop.”
- “Looking forward to a future Parent Compass App.”
- “Appreciate being part of the school, hearing about what is happening, and being able to ask and answer questions.”
- “Would like to know more about the school’s bullying workshop, particularly in light of recent media reports on bullying rates.”
- “It’s great to be involved in such a high-functioning School Board.”
Agenda items at this meeting will be 2026-2028 Strategic Plan, NAPLAN 2025 results and Class placements & Split classes.
Class Placements – 2026
The end of the school year is a busy time. It involves setting up the structures for the following year, including creating class groupings. Ashdale Primary School prides itself on forming heterogeneous classes where all classes are similar e.g. there is no streaming of students into ability groups.
There is also a great deal of time spent on ensuring students are placed in classes which are created using a variety of data. This allows teachers to identify potential relationship issues based on historical data.
Class groupings are formed before the allocation of a teacher, as all teachers should have a sufficient skill set and practices to teach any class in a particular year level. At Ashdale Primary School, we don’t ask parents/caregivers to request teachers or friendship groups. More information will be released next term about the student’s participation in the selection of friends in this process.
Further information is available on the school’s website on this link:
https://www.ashdaleps.wa.edu.au/class-placements
Sensory Tool Procedure
At Ashdale Primary School, we are committed to supporting the diverse needs of all our students. We are pleased to inform you that we have recently introduced a Sensory Tool Procedure as part of our inclusive education practices.
Sensory tools (such as fidget toys, noise-reducing headphones, and wobble cushions) are being used by students who may benefit from them to support self-regulation, concentration, and wellbeing throughout the school day.
To ensure consistency and purposeful use, a clear procedure has been developed outlining:
- When and how sensory tools can be used
- Which tools can be used and their intended use
- Teacher monitoring and student responsibility
This approach aims to create calm and focused learning environments while empowering students to make appropriate choices to support their learning.
The sensory tools procedure is available on the Ashdale Primary School Website. If you have any questions, please email our Student Services team.
Dates to remember
Dates to remember – view live calendar on side panel of newsletter, website, or communication app.
Community News
Join us for a day of learning and exploration at the Maths Expo!
Designed to support parents and students in mathematics learning at home, our interactive event will showcase the latest and greatest resources for a fun and engaging approach to maths.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to support your student’s maths learning journey. See you at the Maths Expo!
Register today! https://mawainc.org.au/maths-expo/
School Board News
This week’s School Board meeting provided a number of interesting updates from across the school. The community is embracing the new Spriggy canteen ordering system, with feedback helping smooth early challenges and build a better experience for families. Financial reports show the school is tracking well against budget projections, and the recent Telethon-sponsored Bullying Workshop for Years 3–5 was especially impactful—teachers and students shared praise for the clarity and conversation it sparked around respectful relationships.
Principal Tony Watson and Board Chair Arlene, recently connected with Landsdale MLA Daniel Pastorelli, who showed real interest in Ashdale’s progress and community spirit. Planning for the 2026–2028 Strategic Plan is in motion, with a focus on the six key areas from the School Accountability Framework. NAPLAN results for Years 3 and 5 arrived this week, Board members are looking forward to a presentation on these results at our next meeting. As always, we welcome parent voices—join us for the Open Community School Board Meeting on Monday 8th September 6.30pm-8pm and be part of the conversation shaping our school’s future.
2025 Athletics Faction Carnival
It’s Faction Carnival time again! Perkins, Freeman, Elliott and Cooper will once again compete for Ashdale's Faction Shield.
Ashdale’s week of athletics will commence with events on Tuesday 26th August, while the grand carnival day will be held on Friday, 29th August. Fingers crossed for good weather and come along to cheer your children and support your faction.
As Carnival Day is a very busy day for students and teachers, we ask that parents of students in years PP to 6 please refrain from entering competition and bay areas during the day.
Students should come to school fully prepared to be self-sufficient until lunch time. During the lunch break, students will be allowed to leave the competition areas and sit with family until the end of the lunch period at which time they are to promptly return to their faction bay.
If students are required to leave school early, parents will need to follow standard school policy by signing students out at the office and then present the teacher supervising their child with a pink slip before the student can be released.
A program of events is provided below:
Tuesday 26th August - Long Jump
Year 3 - approximate starting time 8.55am
Year 4 - approximate starting time 9.25am
Year 5 - approximate starting time 9.55am
Year 6 - approximate starting time 10.20am
Tuesday 26th August – Tee Ball Throw
Year 3 - approximate starting time 11.20am
Year 4 - approximate starting time 11.50am
Year 5 - approximate starting time 12.20pm
Year 6 - approximate starting time 2.00pm
Wednesday 27th August – 200m
Year 3 & 4- approximate starting time 8.55am
Year 5 & 6- approximate starting time 9.15am
Wednesday 27th August – 400m & 800m
Year 3 - approximate starting time 9.30am
Year 4 - approximate starting time 9.40am
Year 5 - approximate starting time 9.50am
Year 6 - approximate starting time 10.10am
Friday 29th August – Carnival Day (Sprints & Team Games)
Approximate starting times:
9.20am
Sprints: Kindy, Pre-Primary, Years 1&2
Team Games: Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
10.45am
Sprints: Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
Team Games: Pre-Primary, Years 1&2
12.30
Lunch
1.00
PP, Years 1 & 2 return to class
Team Games: Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
2.30
Presentations
NB: Wherever possible starting times will be as above, however where weather constraints are an issue times may be changed on the day.
Harmony Life Canteen News
Hello Ashdale families,
Thank you so much for the warm welcome to the Ashdale Community! I’m excited to be joining the school community as the new business operating the canteen.
We have made a few tasty additions to the menu:
🌭 New for Fridays:
Chicken sausages are now available for our Friday hot dogs!
🍗 Snack Lovers:
We’ve added crispy chicken tenders to our savoury snack range. Choose from plain or sweet chilli — both are proving to be a hit!
🍓 Something a Little Sweet:
Check out our new fruit yogurt topped with homemade granola — a healthy, satisfying option.
📱 Don’t Forget Spriggy!
If you haven’t already, make sure to register for the Spriggy app for easy online ordering. Not sure how it works? Feel free to stop by the canteen — we’re happy to help.
Missed the cut-off? No problem — you can still place an order at the counter.
Spriggy Schools - Reliable Online Canteen Ordering
☕ Calling All Coffee Lovers:
Yes, we serve barista-made coffee at the canteen — perfect for busy school mornings!
🚪 Can’t See Us? Knock!
If the roller door at the canteen is closed, just knock on the back door — we’ll be there!
Thank you again for the warm welcome. I’m looking forward to getting to know you all and seeing you at the canteen soon.
Warm regards,
Aiko
Enrolments 2026 Kindergarten to Year 6
If your child/ren won’t be returning to Ashdale Primary School in 2026, can you please advise the office by email ashdale.ps.enrolments@education.wa.edu.au
P&C News
The P&C and Your Move would like to express our gratitude to all students and parents who joined us in celebrating our “Ride2School” day last Friday. It was a tremendous success! Mark your calendars for our next “Ride2School” event, featuring a fun activity scheduled for the first Friday of term 4.
The P&C held a second-hand uniform stall last Friday, selling uniforms kindly donated by our school community. We made an incredible $470 and still have plenty of uniforms in smaller sizes so please get in touch if you are looking for uniform items on our second-hand Facebook page.
If you're searching for a Father’s Day gift, we will be offering beautiful presents on Thursday, September 4th, after school from 2:45 PM to approximately 3:45 PM. Both cash and EFTPOS payments will be accepted!
In addition, we are thrilled to announce our biannual Colour Run on Friday, September 26th! Mark your diaries and stay tuned for the information pack coming your way.
Community Health Nurse News
Legends
DoE SECURITY
Please help to keep our school safe! As part of our school community, we ask that if you see any unusual behaviour, evidence of theft or vandalism of our school outside of school hours, could you please contact school security on the number below.
Please do not approach any individuals, just contact security and they will investigate the situation or contact the Police. Working together will help protect our school.
9264 4771 (24-hour number) or 9264 4635
Office News
School Voluntary Contributions (including P & C Contribution)
Have you paid the voluntary contribution $60/student and P & C Levy $40/family?
This week the Reminder of Outstanding Payments form was sent home with your child if any payments were outstanding.
We encourage payments via the Qkr! app – this is a very simple and quick process and alleviates the need for busy parents to come into the office or send money in with students.
Instructions on how to download the App are available on our website from the link below or see the Qkr! Tip article below.
- Alternative payment methods (cash/eftpos/credit card) are available through the front office.
- Families may pay the Voluntary Contribution in instalments.
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