Stories and highlights

There's always something to celebrate at our school! From exciting events to proud moments and everyday wins, here are some of our highlights.

A year at our school

Image of Westdale Public School Students playing didgeridoo

Culture and language

At Westdale Public School we are committed to embedding Aboriginal language and culture throughout our school life to foster respect, understanding, and reconciliation. Our curriculum includes Aboriginal perspectives across all learning areas, and we celebrate Aboriginal culture through language programs, storytelling, art, and community partnerships. By embracing the rich heritage and knowledge of Aboriginal peoples, we strive to create an inclusive environment where all students develop a deeper connection to Country, culture, and community.

Bullying No Way!

Westdale students and staff turned the school purple today to show that we stand up against bullying! Students have been learning how to manage incidents of bullying and how to support those experiencing bullying by being an upstander.

Image of Westdale Public School Students running

School sport, athletics and inter-school competitions

At Westdale Public School, we actively participate in a wide range of school sports, including PSSA Knockout teams, swimming and athletics carnivals, and interschool competitions, fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, and a healthy, active lifestyle for all students.

Attendance

Attendance at school has a big impact on longer term outcomes for children and young people. When a child is not at school they miss important opportunities to learn, build friendships and develop their skills through play. Regular attendance at school is a shared responsibility between schools and parents. By working together we can have a positive effect on supporting our children and young people to regularly attend school.

Image of Westdale Public School class contributing to the school PBL vessel

Class reward

Classes fill their PBL Class token jar to receive a class reward. It is then contributed to the school PBL vessel which, when full, means all students participate in a school reward day, otherwise known as Magpie Day.