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Date: 2007-07-12

Parent Information
Booklet
2013

Lansdowne Crescent Primary School

FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Monique Carter
Lansdowne Crescent Primary School educates children in all areas of intellectual, physical, social, moral and emotional development. Learning takes place in an environment which is stimulating, supportive, aesthetic and effectively organised. We aim to be a centre for educational excellence working together with parents and the wider community to create a climate where learning is valued, children are safe and secure and where the partnership between school and parents continues to be productive and mutually supportive.
SCHOOL DESCRIPTION
Situated in pleasant surroundings, Lansdowne Crescent Primary School enjoys an unsurpassed view over the city to the Derwent Estuary and eastern shores of Hobart. The school consists of four blocks of classrooms in well laid out, spacious grounds. Catering for children from Kindergarten to Grade 6, in both single year and composite classes, children are taught using a variety of teaching approaches ranging from large group activities to specialist programs. Approximately 400 children attend the school and they are all encouraged to develop skills, knowledge and understanding across the whole spectrum of the curriculum so that each may have opportunities to realise their full potential.
SCHOOL INFORMATION
SCHOOL TIMES
Prep—Grade 6
Teachers are on duty in their classrooms from 8.30am.
Kindergarten Times—2012
ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL
Parents are requested to notify the school when a child is absent.
Ph: 6234 1030
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES
Parents are requested to ensure that children arrive at school by 8.50 am, and not earlier than 8.30am each morning, and also to insist that children go home immediately after being dismissed at the end of their school day.
BANKING
Bank day is Wednesdays. Bank books should be placed in the bag provided in each classroom. The bank books are then brought to the office and processed by volunteer parents. Student banking is done through the Commonwealth Bank. Forms to open new accounts are available from the school office.
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
The school maintains a list of emergency contacts for each child.
Validation forms (which verify the information kept at school regarding each child) are sent home at the beginning of each school year. These forms must be signed and returned to the school even if no changes to information have been made. Parents are asked to contact the school office if any further contact details require modification throughout the school year.
EXCURSIONS
Excursions are undertaken at regular intervals to give children first hand experiences in relation to studies. Notices giving details of particular excursions are included in the school newsletter. Parents are welcome to join classes on most excursions.
LEAVING SCHOOL GROUNDS
A written note from a parent is required before a child will be given permission to leave the school grounds at any time during the day.
NEWSLETTER
Every Wednesday a newsletter is distributed to the eldest child in each family. The newsletter contains information regarding coming events and miscellaneous items. Important dates are listed on the back page of the newsletter in the ‘Calendar of Events’. Please read the newsletter carefully as it is our prime method of communication between school and home.
PERSONAL PROPERTY
Parents are requested to ensure all items of children’s clothing are clearly marked. Although every care is taken, we cannot accept responsibility for lost or damaged property. Property which is found is located in our ‘Lost Property’ cupboard in the top building in the walkway near the staffroom and near the Kindergarten in the bottom building.
SCHOOL LEVIES
School levies are charged for each child attending school to assist with the costs of supplying materials, equipment and disposables that children use in class. All stationery, art , craft, and miscellaneous learning aids are provided for the child as they are required during the year. There are no first day book sales. Levies are due at the commencement of the school year and may be paid for by credit card, cheque or cash.
STAS—Student Assistance Scheme - The Student Assistance Scheme provides assistance for low-income families and covers the cost of school levies. Parents on a low income or receiving a Centrelink Benefit can collect forms from the school office. Application forms, which are treated in the strictest confidence, are normally submitted in October for the next school year.
SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS
Open 8.30 am - 4.00 pm daily.
UNIFORM
School Uniform Shop is open on Mondays only
from 8.30am—3.30 pm.
While the wearing of school uniform is not compulsory, we strongly encourage children to dress in uniform as part of our program of care, concern and pride in our school.
Boys - Summer Girls - Summer
Blue shorts School dress/blue shorts
School polo top School polo top
School rugby jumper School rugby jumper
Grey/blue socks White socks
Black shoes Black shoes
School hat School hat
Boys - Winter Girls - Winter
Navy blue trackpants Blue check tunic/navy trackpants
School polo top School polo top
School rugby jumper School rugby jumper
Polar fleece jacket Polar fleece jacket
Grey socks Navy tights
Black shoes Black shoes
All uniform items are available from the school office, including good quality second-hand items. A leaflet containing options and prices is available from the office.
Smocks - children are encouraged to wear protective aprons or smocks (an old shirt works well) during art/craft activities.
SPORTS HOUSES
The school has three House groups. Banksia (red), Wattle (gold), and Blue Gum (blue). Children are placed in houses in Grade 3 and are asked to wear a T-shirt in their house colour to school sports carnivals.
SUN SMART POLICY
As part of our Sun Smart policy, recommended school hats must be worn by children whilst outside at recess time, lunch time or during organised teacher directed activities. The policy applies for Term 1 up until Easter and Term 4. Hats are available for purchase at the school uniform shop.
CURRICULUM INFORMATION
COMPUTERS
Children from Kinder to Grade 6 have the opportunity for hands on experience with computers as an integral part of the school’s educational program. Access to the Internet is available in all classrooms and this access by children is supervised very closely. Computer User Agreements operate in Grade 3 to Grade 6 to educate children in the safe and appropriate use of information technology equipment. The policy in the school is to allow children as much access to quality educational software as deemed age appropriate across all curriculum areas. Students in Grade 6 are encouraged to bring their own device to schools as part of the (BYOD program).
EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
The school curriculum is rich and affords many opportunities for children to undertake deep learning and to be extended in their skills, abilities and their thinking. The school is involved in a range of exciting learning opportunities including: the Maths Relay Competition, Science Talent Search, Robotics, Chess Club, Film Club, Artist and Writer in Residencies, and Readers Cup.
LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH (LOTE)
There is a long tradition of teaching Italian and Indonesian at our school. Italian is taught to the Prep, Grade 1 and Grade 2 children. Indonesian is taught to all children from Grade 3 to Grade 6.
LEARNING SUPPORT PROGRAMS
Extra support for literacy development is available for all children through out the school through a well resourced literacy support and flying start program.
LIBRARY
The school’s well-equipped library enables children to borrow a wide range of books, as well as providing a research and reference centre for the school. Computers provide staff and children access to scanning and printing facilities. Each class has a regular library lesson. Children borrow books and are asked to return them each week in a library bag. At times new books need to be covered before processing. Volunteers are welcome to help with this by contacting the School Librarian
(Mon-Wed).
PARENT PARTICIPATION
Parents are encouraged to take an active role in their child’s education. Parent involvement is welcome in all aspects of school life including classrooms, community garden, library, tutoring, sporting activities and the School Community Association.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT
Each class has regular P.E. lessons with the school’s specialist teacher. Children are required to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for these lessons. The school also participates in inter-school swimming, athletic and cross-country carnivals. Sports matches for older children may also be organised between other schools, usually in second term. Once a year, Grades 3, 4 and 5 take part in a daily Swimming & Water Safety campaign over a two week period. For 2012 Grades 1, 2 and 6 will participate in Water Orientation/Water Safety sessions for one week. Daily Fitness is organised by the P.E. teacher, supervised by classroom teachers and led by Grade 6 leaders.
SCHOOL YEAR BOOK
A school magazine is produced each year by a Grade 6 editorial committee. The year book provides opportunities for children to write for an audience and provides a wonderful chronicle of school events, experiences and personnel.
SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMS
Lansdowne has pursued a whole school sustainability approach for several years. We focus on waste management, energy conservation and biodiversity. An important aspect of this program has been the development of classroom kitchen gardens. Parent help is a significant aspect of the development and maintenance of these gardens.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL
The SRC (Student Representative Council) is a group of students (an executive committee and two representatives from each class) that meet together every fortnight and discuss how they can support the school and community. The committee consists of a President, Vice President, Treasurer, Vice Treasurer, Secretary, Vice Secretary and a teacher representative.
VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS
Music plays a focal part in the school’s program and apart from general class lessons, provision is made for group tuition on stringed instruments and recorder. Junior and Senior choirs and smaller vocal ensembles provide challenging and rewarding choral experiences.
Visual and dramatic arts activities are an important part of the school’s program. Both of these areas are embedded in the classroom teaching programs. We acknowledge that many families in our communities have skills in these areas and we en

Our Vision
We are passionate learners and critical thinkers who contribute positively to the health, happiness and sustainability of our local and global community
Our Mission
To engender a love of learning and a thirst for knowledge
Our Motto
Respect for One and All
Our Values
We are Learners
We are Responsible
We are Respectful
We are Courageous
We strive to be the BEST we can be

School day begins	9.00 am
Daily Fitness	10.40 am -	11.00 am
Recess	11.00 am -	11.30 am
Lunch	1.00 pm -	1.50 pm
Dismissal time	3.00 pm

Kinder Yellow	9.00 am - / 9.00 am -	3.00 pm / 1.00 pm	Mon, Tue, / Wed
Kinder Blue	9.00 am - / 9.00 am -	1.00 pm / 3.00 pm	Wed, / Thur, Fri

MEDICAL INFORMATION
ANAPHALAXYSIS POLICY
The school has a number of children who have potentially life threatening allergic reactions to stings or food. A comprehensive anaphalaxysis policy has been produced and is available at the office. The school is nut aware and parents are requested to avoid sending nut and nut products to school.
For more information regarding school policies, programs and procedures please do not hesitate to contact your child’s classroom teacher or senior staff.
MEDICAL
If children require medication to be administered at school an Administration of Prescribed Medication Authorisation Form needs to be signed by the child’s medical practitioner. Lansdowne is an Asthma friendly school with most staff trained in the administration of Ventolin.
SCHOOL SERVICES
DENTAL SERVICE
A dental service is provided by the Department of Health and Human Services at the Southern Dental Centre in Archer Street, New Town. All check ups are free for children under the age of 18. Children should have a check up every 12 months. For further information and to make an appointment please phone 6214 5411.
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GUIDANCE SERVICE
A Guidance officer regularly visits the school. Individual children may be assessed on a teacher’s or parent’s request to enable extra assistance to be given when necessary.
OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS CARE
Lady Gowrie provides a Before and After School Care Program in the room directly under the Kindergarten between 7.30am - 8.30am and 3.00pm – 6.00pm. Care begins at 2:30pm on Mon & Tues to accommodate children attending Kindergarten. Vacation Care is also provided by Lady Gowrie between 7.30am – 6.00pm.
Families make their own bookings by contacting Lady Gowrie Office
Phone: 6230 6864.
MEDICAL SERVICE
A Child and Family Health Nurse visits the school to administer the Prep vision and hearing screening programme. They also provide a 24 Hour Helpline to parents Phone: 1300 808 178.
For further information and to make an appointment please contact the North Hobart Child Health & Parenting Service Phone: 6230 7899.
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
The School Psychologist works to support students, families and school staff. They are involved with assessing students’ skills and learning abilities and work together with teachers to deliver the best learning outcomes. School Psychologists are also involved in counselling as well as supporting students and their families who may be experiencing some difficulties at home or at school with issues such as grief, stress, dealing with bullying and disruptive behaviour, for example.
SOCIAL WORKER
Social Workers in schools work with students, families, staff and the wider community to overcome barriers to students’ access to and participation in education. Issues we might work with include attendance, family relationships, friendships and referral to community organisations. Lansdowne Crescent Primary has an on call Social Work service which can be accessed by leaving a message at the school office or by contacting Sally Gourlay at Ogilvie High School on 6228 8800.
Principal Monique Carter
Phone: 62341030
Email: lansdowne.crescent.primary@education.tas.gov.au
Website
http://education.tas.edu.au/lansdownecrescentprimary/default.aspx
Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/lansdownecrescent.primary

SPEECH & LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS
Speech and Language Pathologists in Department of Education Schools assist students with a range of communication, language and feeding disorders to achieve their educational goals through specialist knowledge of speech, language, social interaction skills, communication strategies, voice, fluency and swallowing. We do assessments, diagnoses and intervention. Further details can be obtained by phoning 6212 3402.
SUPPPORT TEACHER LEARNING SERVICES SOUTH
Support teacher role is to facilitate the educational planning for students on the Severe Disability Register, Students with Additional Needs, facilitate case conferences and co-ordinate nominations to the Severe Disability Register.
RESPECT FOR ONE AND ALL

Kitchen Garden (Lower playground)

SCHOOL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
(SCA)
OFFICE BEARERS
President Rachel Bain
Vice President Vacant
Secretary Lewina Schrale
Treasurer Jennifer Diggle
Vice Treasurer Kirstin Taylor
Publicity Officer Debbie Crespan
SCA meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month in the Staff Room at 7pm (entry through the main entrance past the office). These meetings are advertised in the School Newsletter and are open to any interested parents or guardians. Parents are welcome to come along and share ideas and enthusiasm. Parents who are unable to attend SCA meetings are encouraged to participate by placing ideas in the ‘Suggestion Box’ located on the counter of the school office.
The SCA runs the following events to raise funds which in turn are used to benefit the students of the school.
School Fair (biennial)
Easter Raffle
Athletics Day Carnival Café—’Café Lansdowne’
Cross Country—icy pole for every child at the end of their race
Election Day Cake Stall

Term Dates for 2013
Term 1
Tuesday 5 February - Thursday 18 April
Term 2
Monday 6 May - Friday 5 July
Term 3
Tuesday 23 July - Friday 27 September
Term 4
Monday 14 October - Thursday 19 December
Student Free Days 2013
Thursday 28 March
Friday 19 April
Monday 22 July
Friday 25 October

LANSDOWNE CRESCENT PRIMARY SCHOOL
UNIFORM PRICE LIST 2013
UNIFORM SALES – Mondays Only
8:30am – 3:30pm

Item	Size	Price
School Polo Top	4-14	$25.00
Polar Fleece Jackets	4-14	$45.00
Rugby Tops	4-14	$57.00
	S, M, L	$62.00
Sports Jackets	6-14	$35.00
Track Pants	4-16	$30.00
Legionnaire Hats	One size fits all	$6.00
Slouch Hats	S, M, L	$8.00
Bucket Hats	S, M, L	$10.00
Shorts	6-16	$20.00
Winter Tunic	4-8	$55.00
	10-12	$62.00
	14-16	$67.00
Winter Skirt	6-8	$50.00
	10-16	$55.00
Summer Dress	4	$45.00
	6-10	$50.00
	12-16	$55.00
Waterproof Smock	S, M, L	$15.00
Library Bags		$10.00
Recorders		$15.00

CONTACT DETAILS
Gourlay Street, West Hobart. 7000
Ph: 6234 1030 Fax: 62313935
Email: Lansdowne.crescent.primary@education.tas.gov.au

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