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Learning Program The basic skills and foundations for future learning, together with attitudes, values and, most importantly, the desire for learning, are all cultivated at Moyhu Primary School. Our learning curriculum is created using the framework of the Victorian curriculum. The curriculum is the common set of knowledge and skills required by students for life-long learning, social development, and active and informed citizenship. As a small school we value each student as an individual by understanding their current abilities, strengths and areas for improvement. We target & differentiate our learning programs to either small group, individual or modified tasks to ensure we meet each child at their point of learning. Subject Areas Reading Students are exposed to a variety of reading materials from leveled readers to chapter books. Students explore and practice reading using the six reading traits of predicting, visualising, inferring, summarising, questioning and making connections. Students are placed into small groups (literacy circles) with a book appropriate to their skills. Younger learners participate in a guided reading session where they practise word recognition, decoding strategies and fluency. Writing Students create texts for the purpose of persuasion, informing or entertaining. Teachers model and guide students through the writing process by whole class, small group and individual instruction. The writing process involves developing ideas, planning, drafting, editing, reviewing and publishing. Younger learners participate in guided writing sessions where they practice writing using high frequency words, handwriting letter formation and sentence structure based on familiar topics. Maths A Maths session consists of a fluency task, explicit teaching, small group instruction and independent work time. The three numeracy domains are Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry and Statistics and Probability. Number and Algebra are a focus for the whole year while Measurement and Geometry and Statistics and Probability are a smaller component taught throughout the year. Younger learners begin exploring numbers to 20, understanding place value through different representations of number from written to modelled. Spelling We use the SMART Spelling Program. It incorporates both the systematic teaching of spelling each week and also personal words from their own writing. Students unpack a specific sound/pattern focus and select from a range of words (from simple to complex), to meet different individual needs. Spelling is taught by exploring the meaning of words to expand vocabulary and then breaking words into syllables, sounds and letter patterns (graphs, digraphs and trigraphs). Younger learners begin learning common letter sounds and progress to segmenting and blending a range of sounds. Inquiry There are eight main topics in the areas of Humanities and Sciences that we focus on over a two year cycle, so one topic generally is explored over a whole term. The Humanities provide a framework for students to examine the complex processes that have shaped the modern world and to investigate responses to different challenges including people’s interconnections with the environment. The Science curriculum provides opportunities for students to develop an understanding of important scientific concepts and processes, the practices used to develop scientific knowledge, the contribution of science to our culture and society, and its applications in our lives. STEM STEM is an approach to learning and development that integrates the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Through STEM, students develop key skills including: problem solving, creativity, critical analysis, teamwork, independent thinking, initiative, communication and digital literacy. We use a variety of robotics and coding programs to support students in building their digital literacy skills. Wellbeing Wellbeing focuses on students’ social and emotional development. We explore wellbeing through our school values of learning, safety and respect. Our program uses positive behavior reinforcement strategies to support all students. We aim to equip all our students with a range of strategies that support their overall wellbeing that they can use not only in the classroom but in everyday life. Physical Education Students develop their physical skills by participating in inclusive games which are taught in the Bluearth Program. This program comes every fortnight and promotes skills like self-umpiring, cooperation and positive attitudes. We focus on developing movement skills, concepts and strategies to enable students to confidently, competently and creatively participate in a range of physical activities and sports. We utilise our indoor gymnasium, outdoor basketball court, cricket pitch and oval to provide a comprehensive physical education program. Italian Language Program Students acquire communication skills in Italian. They develop understanding about the role of language and culture in communication. Their reflections on language use and language learning are applied in other learning contexts. Learning languages broadens students’ horizons about the personal, social, cultural and employment opportunities that are available in an increasingly interconnected and interdependent world. Visual Art (MACC Van) Visiting each fortnight the MACC (Mobile Art Craft Centre) Program provides specialist visual art education. Visual Arts includes the fields of art, craft and design. Students create visual art works that communicate, challenge and express their own and others’ ideas Library (MARC Van) Visiting each fortnight the MARC (Mobile Area Resource Centre) Program allows students and staff the opportunity to borrow resources and books while also providing focussed library studies. Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program SAKG Program aims to introduce pleasurable food education to children during their learning years, in order to form positive food habits for life. We grow a range of produce at the school which students learn to harvest, prepare and cook in a commercial kitchen.

Welcome to Moyhu Primary School WE ARE LEARNERS | WE ARE RESPECTFUL | WE ARE SAFE Our Vision & School Philosophy Moyhu Primary School is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students, staff and mem bers of our community. Our school recognises the importance of the partnership between our school and parents and carers to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing. Our School Values at Moyhu Primary School are: Learning | Respect | Safety We nurture confident, creative , caring and resilient individuals who aspire to be the best they can be. Our objective is to ensure all students gain the skills, knowledge and understanding based on the Victorian Curriculum to enable them to successfully continue their education and working careers. Virtual Tour WHAT OUR PARENTS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT US We love Moyhu Primary School Moyhu has such a large range of programs, and visiting specialists that students there receive a strong and well-rounded curriculum. It has so many resources and opportunities for students. Having the smaller class numbers, the students really benefit from more personalised expertise from teachers. Another huge benefit is that students access a large range of camps and excursions as they can access the experiences sooner and benefit from a deeper understanding. Moyhu primary has such a positive school culture! Kids are supported in their choices and growth. The kids really look out for each other and make sure everyone is involved in the school community. The benefit of a small school is that the kids know everyone and get to learn and grow with them, rather than the struggles that come with changing classes and peers each year. It's such a supportive environment. We're so lucky to have such an amazing school. Moyhu Primary School Parent - Grade 2 Student What's going on at Moyhu Primary School:

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Starting School We understand that the transition between pre-school and primary school can be a difficult one and as such, we endeavour to make this a smooth experience for our students. To prepare your child for the transition into primary school we hold 3 sessions at the school in Term 4. Our aim is to provide Pre-Schoolers with positive school experiences through our transition program to help familiarise them with the environment and school expectations. This program provides students with the opportunity to meet their teachers and peers, tour the school and experience classroom activities. Please contact the school directly to find out about upcoming dates for the transition program. For information about Moyhu Primary School feel free to get in touch and have a look through our Family Handbook. Here are links to some great guides for families & carers who have a child starting school: Starting Primary School in Victoria - Victorian Government Healthy Start to School Guide - Better Health Victoria Handy documents for starting school at Moyhu Primary School: Enrolment Form MOSH After School Care Enrolment Form Bus Enrolment Form Enrolment Information

Parent Portal School Bell Times 9:00am Session 1 10:00am Session 2 11:00am Recess Eating 11:15am Recess Play 11:45am Session 3 12:30pm Session 4 1:15pm Eating Time 1:30pm Lunch Play 2 :00pm Session 5 3:30pm Home Time The school yard is supervised from 8:45am. Classrooms are open from this time so students can put away bags and get ready for learning. Children are expected to be organised and ready to start learning at the 9:00am bell. The school gates close at 3:45pm. Students still on grounds after this time must be booked into MOSH - after school care Absences From School If your child is going to be away or late please call the school directly on 5727 9298 before 10:00am. Please call the school instead of emailing. Emails may go unseen or missed on the day if sent to part-time staff members. If your child is absent from school, the Department of Education requires you to supply an explanation of that absence to the class teacher. Early indication of absences is appreciated as often special programs for the class or group may be planned. Quick Links Policies School Handbook Enrolment Form Find My School Placement Policy Moyhu Newsletter T3 W6 2025.pdf

Principal's Message At Moyhu Primary School we aim to create the best learning environment and learning opportunities for your child. We provide each student with a positive educational setting to support student learning and development so they can thrive both academically and socially. We value parental involvement as it plays a key role in the overall success of your child’s education. Effective partnerships are important to Moyhu Primary School as they enrich wellbeing, achievement and engagement. One of the best ways to experience what we have to offer at Moyhu Primary School is to take a school tour. Please contact us if you have any questions or to arrange an appointment. We look forward to meeting you. Sarah Patterson, Principal Get in Touch School Profile Established in 1874, Moyhu Primary School is located in a rural community in North East Victoria, 25 minutes South East of Wangaratta. The school is approximately 1.5 km from the centre of Moyhu – a small but busy town, which has a general store, hotel, café, garage and a variety of sporting facilities. Moyhu Primary School is proudly part of a group of local rural primary schools called the ‘King Valley Cluster’, the cluster work collaboratively to provide the best possible teaching and learning programs for our students. This network of schools includes Myrrhee, Edi Upper, Whitfield and Greta Valley Primary Schools.

Wellbeing Our School Values are an integral part of the school community and are the foundation for our Positive Behaviour learning environment. Our values provide our school community with a shared understanding and a common language across the school for students, teachers and families. All members of our school community are valued and supported to fully participate, learn, develop and succeed within an inclusive school culture. At Moyhu Primary School we aim to: Form healthy positive relationships with students Promote student voice and agency Hold high expectations of all students Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom. School Values LEARNING We are learners We work independently and collaboratively We try our best and we take risks RESPECT We are respectful We take care of ourselves and each other We respect our community & environment SAFETY We are safe We safely use equipment & facilities We support each other to feel safe Wellbeing Resources Our school has a Health & Wellbeing Team that continually works towards ensuring Moyhu Primary School provides a healthy learning and growing environment for our children. Below is a list of support resources that may be useful. Mental Health & Wellbeing KIDSHELPLINE Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800) is Australia's only free, private and confidential phone counselling service specifically for young people aged between 13-25 years. HEADSPACE Headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds, along with assistance on promoting young peoples' wellbeing. This covers four core areas: mental health, work and study support and alcohol and other drug services. LIFELINE AUSTRALIA Lifeline (13 11 14) is Australia's national charity Crisis Support and Suicide Prevention service providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. REACHOUT ReachOut is Australia's leading online mental health organisation for young people and their parents. It has practical support, tools and tips to help young people get through anything from everyday issues to tough times–and the information offered to parents makes it easier to help their teenagers too. SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD’S WELLBEING AT HOME Links to the Victorian Government Mental Health Toolkit MPS Program Links SMILING MIND Mindfulness App we use within our classroom Healthy Eating HEALTHY LUNCHBOX Developed by the Cancer Council and dietitians to help you with all things lunch boxes. Recipes and ideas are family-friendly, packed full of fruit, vegies and wholegrains and use only simple, budget-friendly ingredients. EAT FOR HEALTH Detailed information about the Australian dietary guidelines. 10-DAY LUNCHBOX Healthy lunch box ideas to inspire you year-round by the Healthy Kids Association Online Safety CYBERSAFETY The Cyber Safety Lady is Leonie Smith, one of Australia's leading cyber safety experts. She provides education for parents, school students, teachers, seniors and business. She is the author of the cyber safety instruction manual-Keeping Kids Safe Online-a step by step approach to online safety. ESAFETY Office of the eSafety Commissioner This is an Australian Government website that provides information about privacy, avenues for complaints and reporting of cyberbullying as well as offensive and illegal content. The site provides eSafety information, education resources via a Wellbeing Hub THINKUKNOW ThinkUKnow is a partnership between the Australian Federal Police, Commonwealth Bank, Microsoft and Datacom and delivered in partnership with all State and Territory police and Neighbourhood Watch Australasia. The cyber safety presentations sensitively cover a range of topics including sexting, cyber bullying, online child exploitation, online privacy, and importantly what to do when something goes wrong. Presentations are aimed at parents, carers and teachers and young people from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Policies & Documents Policies: Anaphylaxis Policy Administration of Medication Policy Asthma Policy Attendance Policy Acceptable Use Agreement Aboriginal Learning, Wellbeing and Safety Policy Bullying Prevention Policy Bus Safety Policy Camps and Excursions (including local excursions) Policy Cash Handling Policy CCTV Policy Child Safety Code of Conduct Child Safety Standards Policy Child safety Responding and Reporting Obligations (including madatory reporting) Policy Complaints Policy Curriculum Framework Policy Dogs in Schools Policy Duty of Care Policy Electronic Funds Management Policy Enrolment Policy Fundraising Policy First Aid Policy Health Care Needs Policy Homework Policy Inclusion and Diversity Policy Mobile Phone Policy MPS Yard Duty and Supervision Policy Visitors Policy Medication Policy Moyhu PS Acceptable Use Agreement Occupational Health & Safety Policy Photographing, Filming & Recording Policy Privacy Collection Notice Personal Property Policy Petty Cash Policy Parent Payment Policy School Purchasing Card Policy Student Wellbeing and Engagement Statement of Values and School Philosophy Volunteers Policy Visitors Policy Working With Children Clearance Procedure and Register Yard Duty & Supervision Policy 2025 DET Parent Payment Policy Annual School Report: 2024 Annual Report

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MOSH - Moyhu Outside School Hours Care We provide after school care Monday to Thursday 3:30pm to 6:00pm. This service is open to all Primary School students residing in the area from any school. Bookings are required as spaces are limited. Please contact the school directly on 5727 9298 for an enrolment form or download one below. Enrolment Form Re-Enrolment Form MOSH Family Handbook