Dear Parents,
Welcome back everyone to the 2025 school year. I trust you had an enjoyable break with family and friends during the summer holiday period. I would also like to welcome all new families who have joined the Greythorn community this year. I encourage you to take any opportunity to be involved in the many events and activities that occur throughout the year. GPS is a dynamic learning community and parents are welcome to be involved wherever possible.
Additionally, the students have been very happy and engaged since returning last Thursday, quickly settling into daily routines with their new teachers and classmates. The teachers spent many hours prior to the start of the year preparing for their new classes, and this has been evident with the positive and productive start to the term.
Term 1 includes many events and activities, with the main dates listed below for your reference.
Feb 5-7 – Year 5 Camp (PGL Campaspe Downs)
Year 5 Camp
We wish the Year 5 students, teachers and parent volunteers all the best for their annual camp, departing tomorrow morning. They will be spending 3 days at PGL Campaspe Downs near Kyneton. The students will be participating in a range of activities including raft building, laser tag, low ropes, bush craft, flying fox and the climbing wall. The activities are designed to build resilience, boost leadership and empower teamwork. They will also be participating in a range of fun activities each evening. I’m sure that they will have a wonderful time, and we look forward to hearing of their experiences when they return on Friday.
Parent/Teacher Meetings
As is the case each year in Term 1, Parent/Teacher meetings are scheduled in February as an opportunity for parents to meet their child’s/children’s teacher/s and discuss the year ahead. This year’s meetings are to be held on Thursday, Feb 20. Information regarding these meetings along with a sign-up portal, will be sent via Compass shortly.
PFA Twilight Festival
Our annual PFA Twilight Festival is being held on Sunday, February 23, 4-8pm. This year’s theme is Cirque du Greythorn. The festival is always a wonderful opportunity for the school community to come together early in the year and enjoy all that the event offers. Once again, the attractions will include food trucks, bar, music, entertainment, football, basketball and tennis clinics, art activities, the silent auction and more. Family and friends are all welcome to attend.
Andrew SearlePrincipal