2012
Prospectus
Address:
15 Banks Street, Newmarket, Qld 4051
Postal:
PO Box 225, Alderley, Qld 4051
Phone:
3552 7222
Email:
admin@newmarkess.eq.edu.au
Web:
www.newmarkess.eq.edu.au
Fax:
3552 7200
NEWMARKET STATE SCHOOL
2012 PROSPECTUS
This handbook has been produced for the benefit of
the parents and children at our school. It is hoped
that the information in this booklet will assist in
clarifying the policy, aims and procedures. However,
should you require further information, please
contact the school on 3552 7222.
The optimum learning environment is achieved when
parents, teachers, children and the general
community are involved and have a common goal.
We, therefore, look forward to your assistance as
partners in the education of your child.
15 Banks Street
Newmarket Qld 4051
PO Box 225
Alderley Qld 4051
Telephone: 07-3552-7222
Fax: 07-3552-7200
www.newmarkess.eq.edu.au
admin@newmarkess.eq.edu.au
History of the School
Newmarket State School opened on 4 July 1904 with 99 pupils and five teachers. Attendances reached
their peak in the 1950's when over 700 children attended the school. Since the opening day in 1904,
over 10,000 pupils have passed through the school.
The present enrolment is approximately 178 students ranging from Prep to Year 7 with staffing being
adjusted according to the enrolments at each year level.
The Principals of this school have been:
1904 – 1927
1928 – 1935
1935 – 1950
1950 – 1956
1957 – 1961
1962 – 1967
1968 – 1971
1972 – 1974
1975 – 1978
1979 – 1979
1980 – 1980
1981 – 1985
1986 – 1989
1989 – 1997
1997 – 2011
2009 – 2011
2012 -
Mr J Wedd
Mr F H Perkins
Mr H Jenkins
Mr R A Hunter
Mr T V Perry
Mr I R McPherson
Mr H F Quinn
Mr J Whittaker
Mr R F Wright
Mr A Anderson
Mr M T Chatterton
Mr T J Howland
Mr C J Herse
Mr R Dixon
Mr P Fitzgerald
Mrs Vicki Richards (Acting)
Mrs Vicki Richards
Administration Officer
Shari Davies
Office Hours
8.00am to 4.00pm
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Statement of Purpose
Newmarket State School aims to provide excellence in teaching and learning that will enable students to
reach their full potential, giving specific attention to cultural diversity with pathways leading to
academic, vocational and leisure activities. Our purpose is to provide high quality education that
promotes a love of learning, develops judgement and a sense of responsibility. We equip young people
for the future to enable them to contribute to a socially, economical and culturally vibrant society.
Each child will be introduced to fundamental knowledge and trained in the basic skills by methods,
which will allow the child to enjoy a full and happy childhood. Methods used will be continually under
review and changed where necessary to ensure the best possible is offered to allow each child to
develop their full potential and unique skills.
We shall bear in mind that the child, rather than the subject, is our first concern; that each child needs
to proceed at his/her own individual rate of progress; and that the final aim of the school experience is
the promotion of individual efficiency and good citizenship.
ENROLMENT PROCEDURES
Pupils enrolling at school for the first time need to meet the following criteria:
Prep
Prep enrolments for 2013 the students must turn five (5) between:
1 July 2007 to 30 June 2008
Prep enrolments for 2014 the students must turn five (5) between:
1 July 2008 to 30 June 2009.
Years 1-7
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Year One students must have turned six (6) by 30 June in the year they commence school.
Proof of age is required for all enrolments, eg original birth certificate or passport. An enrolment form
must be completed for each student being enrolled. The information on this form is important and is
treated as being strictly confidential.
Most importantly, full information of any medical condition, which may have a bearing on the child’s
ability to work and interact at school, is required.
How to Enrol
Enrolling students at Newmarket State School is simple. There are two methods for enrolment:
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Download the Expression of Interest or Enrolment Form from our website. Fill in the details and email,
fax or post back to the school
Pick up an Enrolment Form from the School Office and return it to the School Office.
The Expression of Interest in Enrolling Form does not complete an enrolment but will put your child on
our list of prospective students. To complete the enrolment an Enrolment Form needs to be filled in and
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returned to the School Office accompanied with a Birth Certificate or Passport. The Birth Certificate and
Passport will be copied and returned immediately.
The principal will request a parent interview prior to acceptance of enrolment.
Parents may request an interview time with the principal who will show prospective parents around the
school.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Attendance
There is no doubt that regular attendance at school is an important factor to successful development.
Sickness cannot be avoided but some absences are of convenience rather than necessity, and the
interested parents will avoid these. Education Queensland requires schools to record and explain all
student absences.
Parents are requested to contact the school office on 3552 7222 on the day of the absence if their child
is absent from school. If contact is not made to the school by 8.30am the school will phone the child’s
parent or guardian to request an explanation and to ensure that no harm has come to the student on
their journey to school.
School Absence for 10 days or more
From time to time, some students have the wonderful opportunity to travel overseas with their families.
As it is compulsory for children to attend school every day, a procedure must be followed if this situation
occurs.
When a student is absent, or plans to be absent, for more than 10 consecutive days for any reason, the
parent must contact the school and complete an exemption from compulsory schooling form which is
submitted to the Principal. The Principal issues a letter of approval to the parent after consideration of
the circumstances.
Consent
A consent form is part of the enrolment form that will give the school and indication of parents’ consent
to various activities. Individual events will have their own consent form that will be required to be
returned to the school prior to the events.
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EXCURSIONS From time to time, permission to attend specific activities is required. Parents
are asked to return these forms promptly to aid with organization .
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LEAVING SCHOOL GROUNDS To leave the school grounds during school time, a child must
have a note from parents or guardians. We ask that if you are picking your child up early, that
you come and sign the Early Departure form.
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MEDIA/PHOTOGRAPHS/INTERNET From time to time the school is involved in promotional or
media interviews in relation to the school. Parents/Caregiver will be informed of these events
prior to the event and permission for students to take part will be requested. Only students
with permission will be allowed to be involved.
Arrival at School
Parents are responsible for their children before the start of the school day which begins at 8.45am. It is
requested that children do not arrive at school prior to 8.15am as no staff members are on duty at this
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time. Children who arrive prior to 8.30am must wait in the designated area between A Block and B
Block. Children arriving early are requested to attend OSHC.
Before and After School Hours Care is available through the P&C Outside School Hours Care facility. See
Outside School Hours Care for more information.
Assembly
School Assemblies are held every Monday morning 8.50am in the Hall. Information on school activities,
student achievements and relevant news is given, and students are involved in giving presentations.
Parents and friends of Newmarket SS are most welcome to attend our assemblies.
Special assemblies are held for specific events throughout the year.
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These include:
School Captains Induction Ceremony - February
ANZAC Ceremony – April
Graduation Ceremony - December
SCHOOL HOURS
Enter rooms
School Starts
First Break
Lunch
Dismissal
8.45am
8.50am
11.00am to 11.30am
1.00pm to 1.40pm
2.50pm
Bikes
We are an Active School Travel school and encourage our students to walk or ride to school particularly
on a Wednesday. Children who ride to school are required by law to wear a helmet for their own safety.
When entering the school grounds, cyclists are asked to dismount and walk their bicycles to the bike
cage where it will be locked for the day for safe keeping.
Brain Break (Fruit and vegetable break)
This break occurs between 9.45am and 10.00am depending on the class activity at the time. The break
does not replace morning tea and will only be of five minutes duration. The reasons for the break are as
follows:
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Many children leave home early and have an early breakfast, hence it is a big interval until morning tea
at 11.00am.
Some children bring packaged food for morning tea and lunch and tend not to eat their fruit. A
designated fruit break encourages them to eat more fruit and vegetables.
Having a fruit/vegetable snack will help restless children refocus and concentrate on what they are
learning in class.
Something to keep in mind is that this is a short break so children need only a small amount of fruit.
They may bring a piece of fruit or fruit cut up. Please do not send packaged or dry fruit, we are
encouraging them to eat fresh fruit.
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CODE OF BEHAVIOUR
In order for this school to operate effectively and serve the needs of all children in the school the
children, the teachers, the parents and we, understand and accept that certain kinds of behaviour are
expected.
We all believe that each person should be treated fairly and that each person students, teachers and
parents have rights, which will be recognised by all of those, involved in the school community.
Relating to these rights are certain responsibilities that must be recognised and accepted by those
involved in the school community.
It must be realised and accepted that certain consequences will occur when these rights are infringed or
these responsibilities are not accepted.
RULES
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Use your common sense.
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Children without hats are not permitted to take part in any outdoor activities in the interest of sun
safety.
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Hats are not given out from the school office during breaks and unless it is for a school activity during
class time.
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No pupils are allowed in the classroom in non-school time without staff supervision.
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Running on concrete areas and school verandas is banned.
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At lunch breaks, pupils are to remain in their designated eating area until dismissed by a teacher.
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Pupils are not permitted to leave the school grounds without written parental permission, which is
counter-signed, by Principal or Staff and a permit obtained from the school office.
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Pupils are to treat all others and their property with respect.
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Mobile Phones are to be turned off and handed in to the office for safe keeping and can be picked up
after dismissal (2:50pm)
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IPods, MP3 Players, etc. are not allowed at the school. If brought to school they must be handed into the
school office for safekeeping and can be picked up after dismissal (2:50pm).
Education Queensland requires all schools to have a Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students. A copy is
distributed to families on enrolment and is available on our school website.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Student’s Code of Conduct
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Be responsible and prepared to learn.
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Always be organised for the day’s work and strive to improve.
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Consider others and work co-operatively.
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Be courteous and respect other people’s property, beliefs and ideas.
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Consider the safety of yourself and others.
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Have pride in yourself, your work and your school.
Parent’s Code of Conduct
The role of the parents/caregivers is to:
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Contribute
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Support
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Demonstrate a positive attitude towards the school
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Promote acceptable community behaviour
The responsibilities of parents/caregivers are to:
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To support school policies and expectations
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To treat others with respect
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To provide a duty of care.
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To provide a positive role model.
As teachers are bound by a Code of Conduct and the children are expected to observe the School Rules
and comply with the Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students, parents as members of the school
Community are expected to observe the Code of Conduct for Parents/Caregivers.
SCHOOL UNIFORM
Newmarket State School is a “uniform school” where all children are very much encouraged to wear the
school uniform. The wearing of a uniform fosters a sense of belonging. It also readily identifies children
when travelling on educational excursions, making supervision easier.
The wearing of a uniform creates favourable impressions that are viewed as a reflection of the school
and the suburb. The uniform is also the most cost effective and equitable way of dressing children for
the rigours of the school day.
Full school uniform must be worn on educational excursions.
Girls
Boys
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School Dress
Culottes - royal blue in colour
Unisex Shorts - royal blue in colour
Polo Shirt - sky blue with royal blue school logo and collar
T-Shirt - sky blue in colour with screen-printed school logo
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Unisex Shorts - royal blue in colour
Polo Shirt - sky blue with royal blue school logo and collar
T-Shirt - sky blue in colour with screen-printed school logo
Buttoned Checked Shirt - blue check
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Girls &
Boys
Winter
Uniform
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Shoes/Sneakers – Black with white socks
Hats – royal blue Slouch Hat or Bucket Hat
Cloth/Metal Badges are available to place on hats and sweatshirts
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Royal Blue Track pants
Royal Blue Sweatshirt
Royal Blue Windcheater Zip Front
All Uniforms are available from the Uniform Shop adjacent to the Tuckshop. The Uniform Shop is open
Tuesdays and Fridays while Tuckshop is open or by special arrangements.
The wearing of thongs at any time is unsafe and is regarded as unsuitable school attire.
Suitable headwear is a broad brimmed Sun Safe Hat.
HOMEWORK
Homework is seen by staff members at this school as an important part of the learning process. Skills
and concepts are consolidated and importantly, unfinished tasks completed and the study discipline is
established from an early age. Homework is also a way for parents to be informed about what children
are learning in school.
At home, it is highly recommended that a homework routine be established that stipulates both a time
and a place conducive to concentration.
As a general rule, teachers will set homework from Monday to Thursday with no set homework for
weekends. Please recognise that variations to this general rule can occur to meet class or individual
student’s needs.
How much and what will be set?
Year
Approx time
Set Work
Prep
Year 1
Year 2&3
Year 4
Year 5
Year 6
Year 7
10 minutes
15 minutes
20 minutes
20 minutes
20 – 30 mins
30 minutes
40 minutes
Reading
Reading and written work
Reading and written work
Reading, spelling, research, maths consolidation
Reading, spelling, research, maths consolidation
All curriculum areas
All curriculum areas as required
Students in Year 7 are encouraged to practise time management skills in preparation for secondary
education.
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Correction and Feedback
For all the benefits of homework to be realised, it will be corrected and feedback provided to students
as soon as possible.
Consequences of Homework not done
Years 1 and 2 – Teachers will make contact with parents when completion of homework becomes a
problem
Years 3 to 7 – children will be required to complete unfinished homework in their own time. Where
repeated non-completion occurs, parents will be informed.
FREE DRESS DAYS
Throughout the year, we have several free dress days organised by the Student Council. On these
allocated days, students wear free dress and bring a gold coin donation to support a chosen charity.
Most of the money goes towards supporting our World Vision child – Gift – who lives in Zambia. Other
charities we support are: Juvenile Diabetes, CANTEEN and the Daniel Morcombe Foundation.
LOST PROPERTY
All items need to be clearly marked with the student’s name as this will assist in the reduction of lost
property by the items being able to be returned to their owners. Items that cannot be identified where
possible will be placed in the lost property cupboard that is situated near the entry to the Library and
passageway between A and B Block. Students need to be made aware not to remove items from the
lost property cupboard if they are not the owners.
LIBRARY HOURS
All year levels borrow books during class times. In addition the Library is open during morning tea and
lunch when supervision is available. During these breaks students can read, do research or utilize the
computers.
SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
Newmarket News, the school newsletter, is published fortnightly and includes events, news and
information on activities. As the school is trying to reduce its ‘Ecological Footprint’ we email the
newsletter out to all families who have nominated to receive it by email.
The school newsletter is uploaded to the school website as soon as possible after date of publication.
Printed copies are distributed to the classroom to those families who prefer to receive a hard copy.
CURRICULUM
At Newmarket State School, we strive to provide an exciting curriculum that encourages students to
develop self confidence and embrace lifelong learning. Our curriculum adheres to the expectations of
the Australian National Curriculum for English, Maths and Science and complies with the expectations of
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the Queensland Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Framework (QCARF) for all learning areas in
accordance with the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA).
Full details of the National Curriculum and Curriculum content are available from the Australian
Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) or the Queensland Studies Authority (QSA).
BASIC SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
The learning of basic skills and knowledge and their application to real life situations in the following
areas:
ART
Aim:
The development of creativity; the stimulation of an
appreciation of the interdependence of a sense of selfevaluation; the promotion of sensitivity to our
environment, and the development of knowledge and
skills associated with artistic expression. It is our aim to
provide experiences for children in painting, drawing,
construction, modelling and carving, printmaking,
textiles and art appreciation which will enhance and
develop their knowledge and attitudes.
COMPUTERS
Aim:
The use of programs that develop computer awareness
and encourage pupils to enjoy a “Hands On” approach to
computer education.
ENGLISH
Aim:
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
AND HEALTH
Aim:
The Australian Curriculum: English aims to ensure that students:
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learn to listen to, read, view, speak, write, create and
reflect on increasingly complex and sophisticated
spoken, written and multimodal texts across a growing
range of contexts with accuracy, fluency and purpose
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appreciate, enjoy and use the English language in all its
variations and develop a sense of its richness and power
to evoke feelings, convey information, form ideas,
facilitate interaction with others, entertain, persuade
and argue
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understand how Standard Australian English works in its
spoken and written forms and in combination with nonlinguistic forms of communication to create meaning
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develop interest and skills in inquiring into the aesthetic
aspects of texts, and develop an informed appreciation
of literature
The development of:
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Physical fitness;
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Proficiency in useful physical skills and games skills;
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An awareness of-the importance of nutrition in physical
development;
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An awareness of the importance of following road safety
rules at all times;
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HISTORY
MATHEMATICS
MUSIC
Aim:
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An understanding of the dangers of over-exposure to the
sun;
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Maximum participation in inter-house and inter-school
sporting fixtures.
The Australian Curriculum: History aims to ensure that
students develop:
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interest in, and enjoyment of, historical study for
lifelong learning and work, including their capacity
and willingness to be informed and active citizens
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knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the
past and the forces that shape societies, including
Australian society
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understanding and use of historical concepts, such as
evidence, continuity and change, cause and effect,
perspectives, empathy, significance and contestability
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capacity to undertake historical inquiry, including
skills in the analysis and use of sources, and in
explanation and communication.
The Australian Curriculum: Mathematics aims to ensure that
students:
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are confident, creative users and communicators of
mathematics, able to investigate, represent and
interpret situations in their personal and work lives and
as active citizens
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develop an increasingly sophisticated understanding of
mathematical concepts and fluency with processes, and
are able to pose and solve problems and reason in
Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and
Statistics and Probability
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recognise connections between the areas of
mathematics and other disciplines and appreciate
mathematics as an accessible and enjoyable discipline to
study.
To develop an enjoyment of music
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Instruction in the techniques of tuneful singing;
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The combination of music with movement and music
with drama;
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The development of a basic knowledge of music
notation;
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The use of melodic and non-melodic percussion
instruments;
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The development of an appreciation for fine music;
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SCIENCE
SOSE – STUDY
OF SOCIETY
AND
ENVIRONMENT
Aim:
Aim:
The inclusion of children with instrumental programs.
The Australian Curriculum: Science aims to ensure that
students develop:
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an interest in science as a means of expanding their
curiosity and willingness to explore, ask questions
about and speculate on the changing world in which
they live
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an understanding of the vision that science provides
of the nature of living things, of the Earth and its place
in the cosmos, and of the physical and chemical
processes that explain the behaviour of all material
things
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an understanding of the nature of scientific inquiry
and the ability to use a range of scientific inquiry
methods, including questioning; planning and
conducting experiments and investigations based on
ethical principles; collecting and analysing data;
evaluating results; and drawing critical, evidencebased conclusions
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an ability to communicate scientific understanding
and findings to a range of audiences, to justify ideas
on the basis of evidence, and to evaluate and debate
scientific arguments and claims
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an ability to solve problems and make informed,
evidence-based decisions about current and future
applications of science while taking into account
ethical and social implications of decisions
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an understanding of historical and cultural
contributions to science as well as contemporary
science issues and activities and an understanding of
the diversity of careers related to science
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a solid foundation of knowledge of the biological,
chemical, physical, Earth and space sciences, including
being able to select and integrate the scientific
knowledge and methods needed to explain and
predict phenomena, to apply that understanding to
new situations and events, and to appreciate the
dynamic nature of science knowledge.
The understanding of human relationship between
individuals and groups in society;
The understanding of the various patterns of interdependence in society, particularly as they apply to our
way of life;
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The social and academic skills, understandings and
attitudes that will enable the individual to evaluate his
own social growth in the changing society and to accept
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the responsibility of active participation in the life of the
community.
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Sufficient understanding of our own historical
background to make a comparison between the growth
of our culture and the cultures and traditions of other
people.
SOME SUGGESTIONS TO HELP YOUR CHILD
Regular Study Habits
As a child progresses through school the importance of
regular study habits becomes more evident. It is a good
idea to ensure your child commences early by making a
specific time each afternoon available for study.
Parental Assistance
Show a genuine interest in your child's work and assist
where possible but do not do the work for the child.
Importance of Reading
The key to education is reading. An interest in reading
developed at an early age will make education in upper
primary and secondary school much easier. Five to ten
minutes reading to your child and listening to your child
read each night would make an enormous difference.
Language Development
Language develops in child by patterns heard and used.
Talk to your child regularly even it only for a few minutes
at a time.
Listening Skills
To listen effectively a child needs training and this
training is best done from an early age. When giving a
child instruction, make them simple and say them once
only.
Simple Maths
Allow your child to count out items when cooking,
washing, gardening, fixing the car etc.
Self Reliance
Make your child responsible for his/her own belongings,
eg: lunch box, books.
Personal Hygiene
Ensure your child can go to the toilet by himself/herself,
wash his/her hands after play, know the importance of
cleaning teeth.
Finally, I cannot stress enough; a small amount of time spent with your child when in the early primary
years will set a good foundation for their future.
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Parent and Volunteer Helpers
Parents and community helpers are an important part of our school, and they are encouraged to
become involved in school activities. Parents can offer assistance in a variety of ways:
Classroom help – reading, maths activities and swimming
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Supervision on excursions
Uniform Shop and Tuckshop
Fundraising – Mother’s Day and Father’s Day stalls
Working Bees
Your child’s teacher will let you know how you can assist in the classroom.
Volunteers other than current parents of enrolled students are required by law to hold a Suitability Card
(Blue Card).
Application forms are available from the office.
FACILITIES AND SPECIALIST PROGRAMS AT
NEWMARKET STATE SCHOOL
LIBRARY
The library at Newmarket is well equipped and provides an excellent resource centre. It is well stocked
with books, charts, pictures and audio-visual material and is continually being improved. The library also
provides Internet access during breaks. A small parent section is also available and parents are welcome
to utilise any Library resources any time the Library is open during school hours.
In 2012 we opened our new Learning and Resource Centre (LARC).
TUCKSHOP
Volunteers for the benefit of the children run the Tuckshop. All Tuckshop profits are used towards
school projects, which assist the children's education. Morning tea and lunch is available. Currently
Tuckshop is available to children on Tuesdays and Fridays. A letter is sent home at the start of the school
year asking for volunteers. The Tuckshop Menu and price lists are sent home at the beginning of the
year.
SWIMMING
Swimming instruction is given to all year levels in Terms 1 & 4. Usually older students attend in Term 1
and younger students in Term 4. Swimming lessons are conducted at Newmarket Olympic Swimming
Pool.
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HEALTH & DENTAL SERVICES
The School Health Service and School Dental Service visit the school regularly. Both services are free.
Notification of visits by both services will be sent home prior to services arriving.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
Teachers give instruction to children from the middle and upper school, who show both interest and
ability in Woodwind, Brass and Percussion instruments. The Parents and Citizens Association and the
Department of Education have supplied the school with a number of instruments, which are available,
on loan, to those pupils receiving instruction. Students may be invited to attend Music Camps when
held. Costs of camps are at the parent’s expense.
MUSIC SPECIALIST
A music specialist who works with all year levels for singing and basic theory visits the school weekly.
Our School Choir takes part in Eisteddfods, festivals, etc.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
The school participates in the 20min per day Smart Moves physical activity requirement as well as well
as the weekly Physical Education Classes taken by the visiting PE teacher.
LEARNING SUPPORT
A STLaN (Support teacher literacy and numeracy) attends the school weekly and assists teachers in
providing differentiated programs for those children who may be experiencing some learning difficulties.
SPORTS/PLAY EQUIPMENT
Children in Years 5-7 participate in Inter-School Sport. In winter the boys play soccer and the girls play
netball. In summer boys and girls play softball or other sports on offer including AFL.
Sporting and play facilities at the school include:- oval, long jump pit, cricket pitch, cricket practice
wickets, tennis courts, netball courts, adventure playground, sand pit, swings and basketball backboard,
football and soccer field.
COMPUTERS
All computers at Newmarket State School have been upgraded to the departmental standard Managed
Operating Environment (MOE). This ensures that all PC computers are the same in providing a base
selection of software for the students and staff to use.
A computer awareness program is at present in operation throughout the school and all pupils are
encouraged to enjoy a “Hands on” approach to computer education. All classes have their own
computers as well as a pod of computers in the LARC and the OWL Extensive software packages are
available for use.
All computers have access to the Internet. Students from Year 4-7 are requested to complete an
Internet Usage Agreement prior to being given their username and password. Whilst on the Internet,
students are protected by a filtering system that will block unwanted sites.
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SCHOOL CAMP
Combined camps at alternating venues offer social, physical and educational opportunities in a neutral
environment and attendance is encouraged.
Year 6/7 students may also partake in a camp that helps develop leadership qualities of those students.
This camp is not a residential camp and is run on site with the assistance of Brisbane Urban Educational
Environmental Centre staff.
LOTE – LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH
The school is visited weekly by a LOTE teacher who instructs our Year 4-7 classes in Japanese as part of
the Government's strategy in providing languages other than English to all primary school.
Children in Years P-3 receive lessons, which are focussed on Japanese Culture.
SPORTS HOUSES AND ACTIVITIES
Inter-house Cross Country is held in May and Sports Day is held mid-year and all children compete. The
day is an important social event and many parents attend. There are two Houses - Jabiru and Brolga.
Children are allocated to a House when they are first admitted to the school. Families are kept in the
same House. The War Cry for each House is as follows:
Brolga's War Cry
Jabiru's War Cry
Brolga! Brolga! Here we are,
Brolga! Brolga! Best by far,
We'll be rugged - we'll be keen.
No one beats the Brolga Team.
B-R-0-L-G-A
Yeah! Brolga!!!!!!!!
Jabiru! Jabiru! Who are you?
We are the best - through and through.
We've got the runners and jumpers too,
So on Sports Day, we'll win through.
J-A-B-I-R-U
Yeah! Jabiru!!!!!!!!!
PARENTS AND CITIZENS ASSOCIATION
The P & C Association supplies the following information.
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P & C meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7.15pm at the school. These meetings
are informal and friendly and all parents are welcome to attend. The Association has a number of roles.
A formal link between Parents and School:
It provides parents with an opportunity to keep in touch with what is happening at school. The Principal
and some staff attend meetings and information is given about school activities. It also provides you
with the opportunity to have your say on educational issues.
Help to Parents in Helping Their Own Children: The P & C believes that parents have a major role in the
education of their own children. P & C members contribute their ideas on how we can help with the
education of our own children. Publications on what schools are doing, why and how, from the
Education Department Parent School Consultants and the Queensland Council of Parents and Citizens
Association is available for you to borrow.
Responsibility for the Provision of School Equipment: The P & C spends large amounts of money on
school equipment. This includes sports equipment, music equipment, ground maintenance and
improvements, books for the library, photocopier, educational resources, buses, computers and
software. P & C projects have included the building of an Activities Hall and provision of shade covers
over the Adventure Playground equipment.
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OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS CARE
The P & C Association operates Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care programs. The
programs are partly funded by the Commonwealth and State Governments with parents paying very
affordable fees with the Centre providing a high level of supervision and stimulation to those children
attending. Attendance may be on a regular or casual basis. Students need to be registered with OSHC to
be able to attend the facility. Further information on OSHC can be found on their website at:
www.newmarkess.eq.edu.au/oshc/oshc.html
FUND RAISING ACTIVITIES
Because the school is established and we have a small number of parents, fund-raising is done in the
following ways.
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Tuckshop - This is an important part of the fund-raising activities. Tuckshop currently opens twice a
week for both little and big lunch. Pre-ordering is required using the bag method. We are grateful to the
parents who volunteer their time and energy for this and welcome all new parents to become involved.
Tuesdays have a full menu and Fridays with a limited menu both are included in this prospectus.
Fund-Raising Committee -Is a group of volunteer parents who decided what form fund-raising for the
year will take and organise these activities. These may include pie/chocolate drives, street stalls, garage
sales, sausage sizzles, etc. A Fete is usually held every second year.
Assisting in Organising School Activities: Catering for Sports Carnivals, helping with supervision on
excursions, etc.
Outside School Hours Care - As a service to parents, the P & C Association has instigated a Before School
Care, After School Care and Vacation Care program and is the controlling body for Outside School Hours
Care. The program is partly funded by the Commonwealth and State Government with parents paying
some fees. Fee relief is available for After School Care for those parents who qualify. (A copy of the
current fee schedule is available from the OSHC Centre). The Centre may be reached by telephoning
3356 6741.
ACTIVITIES OF THE P&C
The P&C have a number of programs that parents participate in some of these include:
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Building & Grounds – This group of fathers who help to keep the buildings and grounds in good repair.
This group is often referred to as ‘Dad’s Army’.
Fundraising – When it comes to fundraising for activities and facilities this group organizes fundraising
events to raise the funds needed. Some of the fundraising activities include: Sausage Sizzle, Chocolate
Drives, Mango Drives, Trivia Nights, etc.
Outside School Hours Care
Tuckshop
Uniform Shop
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OUR COMMUNITY AND SAFETY
BUS TRANSPORT
Being situated on the comer of Banks Street and Enoggera Road, the bus service to and from the school
is very regular. Information on bus routes and timetables may be obtained from the Brisbane City
Council on 13 12 30.
SPEED ZONE IN BANKS STREET
Speed restrictions of 40km per hour exist in Banks Street between the hours of 7:00am to 9:00am and
2:00pm to 4:00pm on School Days.
DROP-OFF ZONE IN BANKS STREET
The drop-off zone on Banks Street limits the time to drop-off of students to 2 minutes during 8:009:00am and 2:30-3:30pm. Students should not be let out of their cars until the vehicle moves into the
green area on the kerb.
PARKING
Parking is limited in the school grounds. Parents of students in Years Prep and Year 1 are requested to
park in the lower car park off Enoggera Road. Parents of students in other classes are requested to use
the two minute zone outside the school. The upper car park is primarily for the staff and Pre-prep
students however it may be used for early drop offs and late pick-ups.
SCHOOL CROSSING
The school crossing in Banks Street is supervised both in the morning and afternoon. In the morning
from 8:00-9:00 and in the afternoon from 2:45-3:15.
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We look forward to
welcoming you to the
Newmarket State
School community.
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