Hallett Cove East Primary School

We would like to acknowledge and pay our respects to the Kaurna people, the traditional custodians whose ancestral lands we gather on. We acknowledge the deep feelings of attachment and relationship of the Kaurna people to country and we respect and value their past, present and ongoing connection to the land and cultural beliefs. 

• Friday 7th November - Student Free Day
• Thursday 4th December - End of Year School Concert
• Friday 5th December - School Closure

Dear Families,

Sports Day 2025

We have just completed another vibrant Sports Day, bringing together students, staff, and families to celebrate the spirit of teamwork, healthy competition, and fun. Our four house team: Wirra, Tirntu, Milte, and Tarni; competed with great enthusiasm across a range of activities and events. The day was filled with energy, laughter, and great sporting behaviour.

A heartfelt thank you goes to Mr Paul Besanko for leading and organising the sports day, with outstanding support from staff members Elaine Cram, Nick Marks, Emma Belshaw, and Karen Evans. Their contributions ensured the day ran smoothly and was enjoyed by all. Also thank you to our staff who started their day as early as 6:30am. Wonderful efforts!

A special thank you also to our fundraising coordinator Amy Wadsworth and the incredible parent volunteers who ran the BBQ throughout the day. Your efforts contributed greatly to the community spirit of the event.

Congratulations to the winners of this year's Sports Day Shields:

• Sports Day Champions: Wirra, with Milte as Runners Up.
• Fair Play Award: Tarni, with Milte as Runners Up

Thank you once again to every community member who attended, participated, and supported this wonderful event. We look forward to seeing you again next year!

Our Aboriginal Mural

We are thrilled to announce the completion of our mural project, a stunning visual representation of our school's journey together as a community. As described by artist Scott Rathman the artwork depicts:

Our journey to this place is part of the journey from here. The connections we make shape who we are and prepare us for what comes next. We find belonging through the people around us, through our connection to this place, and through the creativity that allows us to be ourselves. Together, we grow, share, and carry our experiences forward into the next part of our journey.

The mural embodies the thinking of our students and their journey through school life at Hallett Cove East PS. It is the theme of connection and belonging that binds us all to our school community.

A huge thank you to Scott Rathman and his team from Rusted Tin for the creativity, expertise, and generosity in sharing his knowledge throughout this project. His extraordinary artwork beautifully reflects our commitment to reconciliation and provides a meaningful representation of our school community.

We also extend a special thanks to our Year 4-6 students, whose ideas and contributions were instrumental in shaping the mural. Their perspectives make this artwork a collective symbol of our values and aspirations.

The mural is not just a piece of art—it is a celebration of our journey together, fostering belonging and unity for everyone who steps into our school. We are so proud to have it on display as a welcoming visual statement for all. Thank you to everyone who helped bring this inspiring project to life!

Soccer Presentations

I was really pleased to attend soccer presentations at the school last weekend. I was  impressed by the way our coaches and team managers spoke about the children both as athletes and positive team members, developing their skills on and off the pitch. Thank you to everyone who has made an important contribution to school sport this year!

I would like to take the opportunity to wish everybody a safe, happy and energising term three holidays. I hope it is a time to refresh, reconnect and recharge. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Monday October 13th for an action-packed term 4.

With regards

Matthew Chapman

Principal

Dear families,

Supporting Early Years Literacy Development

This term, we have been fortunate to have the Literacy Coach from the Department for Education working alongside our Early Years teachers to strengthen literacy outcomes for our students. Together, they have been analysing the Phonics Screening Check (PSC) data and broader reading data to identify trends and pinpoint specific areas for growth. Using these insights, the focus has been on ensuring that any learning gaps are effectively addressed as we plan for Term 4. The collaboration has also centred on ensuring classroom practices reflect high-quality Tier 1 instruction for all students, while embedding strong Tier 2 intervention structures to provide additional support where needed. This partnership continues to build the capability of our teachers and helps drive positive outcomes for our youngest learners at Hallett Cove East Primary School.

PAT Testing 1-6

This term, our school has successfully completed PAT (Progressive Achievement Tests) assessments across Years 1–6. These nationally-recognised standardised tests are an important part of how we monitor and support student learning in Reading and Mathematics.

The PAT assessments provide valuable data about each student’s progress, strengths, and areas for growth. The results allow classroom teachers to identify specific teaching points and target support to help every child achieve their personal best. As a school, these insights also help us monitor whole-cohort trends and evaluate the effectiveness of our teaching programs.

It’s important to note that the PAT results are used alongside other assessments, observations, and feedback to build a holistic view of each student’s achievements and learning needs. Together, these tools enable us to personalise and improve learning outcomes for all students at Hallett Cove East Primary School.

If you have any questions about your child’s progress or would like to discuss their learning goals, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher.

Thank you for your ongoing support as we work together to ensure every student thrives in their education!

Term 3 at Hallett Cove East Primary School has been an incredibly busy and rewarding time, filled with engaging learning opportunities, exciting events, and collective achievements. We concluded this vibrant term on a high note with our much-anticipated Sports Day, bringing the entire school community together to celebrate teamwork, perseverance, and school spirit. What a fantastic way to wrap up a dynamic term!

Have a wonderful and safe holiday break and we will see you all in term 4!

Kind regards,

Robyn Physick

Deputy Principal

Dear OSHC families

Please note that the service will be closed for two weeks over the Christmas/New Year period as from close of business on Friday the 19th of December 2025 and reopen on Monday the 5th of January 2026.

Kind Regards

Linda McGrath

Director

Volunteers are important to our school community. Our canteen relies on help from volunteers to deliver a meal service to our pupils.

To enable us to provide a varied recess and lunch menu offer to our pupils we really do need your help.   

If you have a spare hour or more we would welcome your support.

Not registered with the school as a volunteer?  Volunteer application packs are available from the front office containing all the information you need to submit your registration as a volunteer...... WE NEED YOU

The shop is stocked with a variety of second hand uniform items. The money raised is given back to the school and utilised in fundraising projects.

Remember that if you have any unused uniform items in good clean condition, we'd love to receive them.  They can be left at the office anytime. Thank you.

Qkr App (pronounced quicker) is Hallett Cove East Primary School and Out of School Hours/Vacation Care preferred form of payment. 

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