NAPLAN 2025

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a point in time assessment of literacy and numeracy skills. Each year students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 participate in tests for writing, reading, conventions of language(spelling, grammar and punctuation) and numeracy. 

In 2025 NAPLAN will take place from Wednesday 12th March to Monday 24th March. All schools in NSW undertake NAPLAN online. However, Year 3 students do the writing test on paper. The timetable for the NAPLAN assessment for Year 3 and 5 is below:

• Wednesday 12th March - Writing

• Thursday 13th March - Language and Conventions

• Monday 17th March - Reading

• Tuesday 18th March - Numeracy

NAPLAN tests are just one part of our school learning assessment program and questions are primarily based on knowledge, understanding and skills gained from the prior year of schooling. 

This year NAPLAN overlaps with the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, we have decided to schedule NAPLAN assessments first thing in the morning to ensure fasting students' energy levels are at their highest.

Students and parents can access the public demonstration site (https://www.nap.edu.au/online-assessment/public-demonstration-site) to familiarise themselves with NAPLAN and the types of questions and tools available. Excessive preparation for NAPLAN is not required nor recommended. 

If you have any questions about NAPLAN, please contact your child’s teacher. Resources include: · 

NAPLAN 2025 and Ramadan: https://www.nap.edu.au/docs/default-source/default-document-library/naplan-and-ramadan.pdf

Public demonstration site: https://www.nap.edu.au/naplan/public-demonstration-site

NESA NAPLAN website: https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/k-10/understanding-the-curriculum/naplan

NAP parent/carer support page: https://www.nap.edu.au/naplan/for-parents-carers

Watch a video that explains tailored testing:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGFseJAM3Ew

Year 6 Transition

Applications are now OPEN for a Year 7 placement in a NSW Government high school in 2026.

This expression of interest process does not support placement in specialist schools, selective schools and/or support classes. See the Frequently asked questions below to learn more about how to apply to these schools.

Please use the link to take you to the application page.

https://year7.enrol.education.nsw.gov.au/?schoolCode=4012

Submissions close 28 March 2025.

Sports High Schools: Year 7 entry in 2026

Is your child a talented sportsperson? Consider applying to a sports high school for Year 7 entry in 2026.

What are Sports High Schools?
Sports High Schools are specialist NSW Government schools for talented sportspeople or students with high potential in other physical pursuits. Sports high schools enable students to pursue sporting excellence as part of their high school studies.

What are the benefits of sports high schools?

Students benefit from:

·         having flexible educational programs that support their training and competition commitments

·         access to specialised training facilities and fields

·         remaining in the NSW public education system while studying the core curriculum.

You may be eligible to apply even if the school is outside your local enrolment area.

Where are they located?

There are 8 Sports High Schools in NSW:

·         Eagle Vale High School – Eagle Vale NSW 2558

·         Endeavour Sports High School – Caringbah NSW 2229

·         The Hills Sports High School – Seven Hills NSW 2147      

·         Hunter Sports High School – Gateshead NSW 2290

·         Illawarra Sports High School – Berkeley NSW 2506

·         Matraville Sports High School – Chifley NSW 2036

·         Narrabeen Sports High School – North Narrabeen NSW 2101

·         Westfields Sports High School – Fairfield West NSW 2165

Learn more at Sports high schools or contact the school directly.

Fair and equitable access

Learn about the provisions for students with disability to access sports high schools in NSW Education specialist Settings [PDF 981 KB].

The application process

To gain placement as a high potential/gifted sportsperson in a sports high school your child must:

·         be enrolled at the school through the standard, 2-step moving to high schools process by:

1.       submitting an expression of interest from 3 March 2025.

2.       submitting an enrolment application.

·         apply to the schools talented sports program and attend any trials. Visit the school website for application information.

·         meet any other enrolment conditions specific to the school.

For more application information, visit the school's website to learn about their individual application process and timelines for Year 7 entry in 2026.

Further information Contact the school directly or visit: Sports high schools.

Harmony Day

Next Thursday March 20, we will be celebrating Harmony Day. Harmony Day is a celebration that recognises our diversity and brings together Australians from all different backgrounds. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone. We are inviting the students to come dressed in orange, which is the official colour of Harmony Day. Your child can wear an orange t-shirt, socks, headwear, or a ribbon to participate in this day. Students will be acknowledging Harmony Day, by taking part in a range of activities in the classroom.  

We look forward to a wonderful day of celebration! 

Mr. Collins, Mrs Georgakopoulos  & Miss Sekulovski

District Swimming Carnival

On Tuesday 4 March, 20 students proudly represented our school at the East Hills District Swimming Carnival. Throughout the day, they demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship, resilience, and dedication, competing to the best of their abilities and supporting their teammates. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm both in and out of the pool, as they encouraged one another and displayed great team spirit.

We would like to acknowledge all of our swimmers for their outstanding efforts on the day: Jaxon A, Spencer B, Zoe C, Antonia C, Tiffany C, Charlize D, Sophie G, Annabelle G, Chris G, Ostynn H, Elias H, Ryan L, Damon M, Macey M, Prejessa S, Ami T, Mikaylee W, Taylor Y, Timothy Z, and Yuxin Z. Each of them showed determination and teamwork, making our school community proud. Well done to everyone involved!

A special congratulations to Yuxin Z, Timothy Z and Ami T who qualified for the regional carnival - a fantastic achievement that reflects their hard work and commitment. 

Well done to all of our swimmers for their efforts and for representing our school so positively!

Miss Lombe and Mr Bull

Student Representative Council

CONGRATULATIONS to the students who were selected by their peers to be a member of the School Representative Council for 2025. On Tuesday they were presented with their badges at the Principal Awards Assembly. They are looking forward to promoting a positive school environment for all students at PNPS this year.

Mangoes

Laith A

Eleanor M.A

Coconuts

Zuni N

Ivy A

Nashi Pears

Rumi D

Zadie B

Wolfberries

Willow L

Aboude A

Cranberries

Clemence K

Mason F

Watermelons

Zoe B

Aydan H

Dolphins

Zayn S

Zara A.H

Bullsharks

Sebastian G

Riyana M

Barracudas

Spencer B

Elisabeth B

Lobsters

Ethan H

Sophie G

Flatheads

Lydia E

Doris Z

Sparks

Annie N

Sophie T

Yaks

Cherry B

Damien C

Hornets

Kadie F

Omar K

Pirates

Evangelina S

Christopher G.R

Clean Up Panania North Day

A Big Thanks for a Successful School Clean Up Australia Day!

On Friday 28 February, our school came together to celebrate Clean Up Australia Day, and what an amazing day it was! Students and staff worked hand-in-hand to tidy up our school grounds and surrounding areas. With gloves on and bags in hand, we collected litter, recycled materials, and made our school a cleaner, greener place for everyone.

Thanks to everyone who participated – your hard work and enthusiasm made a real difference. Not only did we help protect our environment, but we also had fun and showed our commitment to creating a more sustainable future.

Let’s keep up the great work and continue to care for our planet every day! 🌏✨

Schoolbytes

Panania North Public School uses School Bytes for communication, reminders, payments for excursions and sports, attendance submissions and statements of accounts. If you haven't already downloaded the app link your child/ren please click on the link 

• App Store - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/school-bytes/id6463097826 

• Google Play - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=education.schoolbytes

If you have any questions please contact the office for assistance. 

PNPS Eater Hat Celebrations

Easter is fast approaching and once again Panania North Public School will be hosting an Easter celebration on Friday 11 April. The day will include parades, raffles and an Eggshibition. All students will be participating and will be required to make an ‘egg’ themed project at home for the day.  

Below is an outline of what each year group will need to complete for the day accompanied with some photo examples.

Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 – Easter Hat/Bonnet Parade

Students decorate a hat with an Easter theme using any craft materials.

Year 3 and 4 – Egg-Sandwich Board Parade

Students are to create an Egg-Sandwich Board. This can be done by using two pieces of cardboard in the shape of an egg.  Students decorate eggs in whatever theme they choose.

Year 5 and 6 – Eggshibition

Students use a blown out, foam or hard boiled egg to create a model/diorama. The Eggshibition will be on display in the school hall. All completed Eggshibition projects will need to be brought into the hall on the day of the Easter celebrations before school on Thursday 11 April.

The Panania North Easter celebrations will commence at 9.30am on Friday 11 April.  

Please come and join in on the celebrations. 

Friendly Reminders

School Starting and Finishing Times 

At Panania North Public School our school hours are from 8.30am to 3.00pm.  Students must not be on school grounds before 8:30am without parent supervision. A Teacher will be on duty from 8.30am onwards.

Please contact the YMCA, OOSH if you need to leave your child at school before 8:30am or after 3.00pm.

School Gate

Internal school gate - locked at 9.01 am. All parents are asked to kindly leave the school after drop off. If the gate is                 locked, please leave via our front office, The gate will be unlocked by one of our staff members at 2.55 pm daily.

External  electronic school gate - closes at 9.15am and reopens at 2.55pm daily. If you need to enter the school between       these times, please press the buzzer on the gate. Please do not push or pull the gate, as this will open automatically.

Late Notes

If your child arrives late to school, please enter via the front school office. Your child will be issued with a late slip. If                parents are escorting their child into the school they wil be asked to sign the late note. If not, an SMS will be sent out at      10am on the same day advising you of the late arrival. Please respond via the SMS or schoolbytes advising the reason. 

Absences

If students are marked as absent on the school roll (and the school has not been notified earlier), an SMS will be sent out at 10am on the same day advising you of the absence. Please respond via the SMS or schoolbytes advising the reason. 

Playground Equipment

At Panania North Public School we love seeing the children enjoy our beautiful school grounds including our play equipment. However, please be aware that the play equipment is strictly out of bounds when there is not a Teacher on duty wearing a yellow vest. This means early mornings  (before 8.30am) and after school in the afternoons (from 3pm onwards). 

Pets on School Premises

At Panania North Public School we have a lot of students with allergies. We kindly ask that you refrain from bringing family pets and animals onto our school grounds when dropping off or picking up your children.

Change of Details

Have you changed your address? How about your email or telephone number? If so, please send an email to pananianth-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au or contact the office so we can update our records. 

Medical Information

Please see the office staff if your child has any medical requirements or if medical information needs to be updated. 

Class Dojo

Panania North Public School uses Class Dojo for inclass communication. 

If you haven't already downloaded the app link your child/ren please click on the link below.

• Class Dojo - https://www.classdojo.com/download/

If you have any questions please contact the office for assistance. 

East Hills PSSA (District - Regional and State) News

Congratulations to the following students who have made the following Teams.

District Softball - Charlize D and Macy M

District 11s Rugby League - William M, Le'myah C.S and Zayd H

District AFL - Aiden D

News from the P&C - Whats coming up?

🎬 Movie Night – Thursday 10 April 🎬
Get ready for an epic family night out as we watch Sonic the Hedgehog 3 under the stars! There will be food trucks, dessert trucks, and a whole lot of fun.

📍 Where: School grounds
⏰ Gates open at 5 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $20 per family (All proceeds go towards future school projects)
🎉 Plus, our Easter Raffle will be drawn on the night—so don’t miss out! 

Notes with more details will be sent home with students soon.

🐰 Mufti Day – Monday 7 April 🐰
Students can wear their favorite casual outfits and bring in Easter eggs to contribute to our Easter Raffle prizes. It’s a fun way to get involved and help make the raffle even more exciting!

We also Have our AGM (annual general meeting ) on the 7th of April at 6pm so would love to see you there.

With all these fantastic events, it’s been a busy and exciting first term. We also want to wish all our students the best of luck with their NAPLAN—you’ve got this!

Thank you to our wonderful school community for your ongoing support. We can’t wait to see you all at Movie Night!

If you would like to volunteer for future events or be added to our volunteer whatsapp group, have any great ideas or need more details about any upcoming events ,  please email us on pnpspc@gmail.com.

Extended Leave Travel

If you are planning a trip away, please see the office and inform them of your travel plans by completing the Application for Extended Leave - Travel form.  This includes any travel that will extend for more than 5 days. Please also attach copies of your return airline tickets. This is a requirement for all.

Student absences outside vacation periods are counted as absences for statistical purposes. This applies to extended periods of leave that families might seek for various reasons, including a family holiday, family travel or bereavement.

• We are unable to approve leave for family travel and holidays.

• There is no upper or lower limit of days that parents or carers can apply for or have approved for extended leave. When the travel period exceeds one school term, access to Distance Education must be considered. Refer to the Distance education enrolment procedures (PDF 345 KB).

• Principals should encourage parents to take holidays with their child during school vacation periods.

School Parking

Just a friendly reminder to please ensure we continue to park in legally marked parking spots in the mornings and afternoons. Please also remember not to park across driveways blocking access. Thankyou for your support.

PNPS Lost Property

Our lost property box (On the verandah outside the office) is filling up with lost property items. Feel free to pop in from 8.30am - 9.00am and after school at 3.00pm to check if your child has anything belonging to them.

Payment & Permission Reminders

• Stage 2 Science Excursion - Closes today 14/03/2025

• Dance Troup Permission