Thomas Acres Public School

Engaging Students in the 21st Century

Telephone02 4626 4577

Emailthomasacre-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Welcome to our school

At Thomas Acres Public School we value respect, responsibility, co-operation, pride, and honesty.

Thomas Acres Public School features programs which are of high intellectual quality and centered on student engagement. The school's core values are Honesty, Pride, Cooperation, Responsibility, and Respect. These core values underpin a curriculum focused on Literacy, Numeracy, and Student Empowerment programs. 

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Upcoming events

Monday

02

November

Scholastic Book Fair

Date

27 November-12 December

Time

Timetabled

Location
Library

Students will visit our Book fair to view the books and complete a Wish List form to take home to their parents and carers. Purchasing will commence from Monday, 27 November 2023 and remain open until Tuesday, 12 December 2023. Students will be able to purchase books throughout the day.

Saturday

02

December

Kindergarten's first day in class

Date

02 December

Time

9:30 AM-2:30 PM

Location
School

Kindergarten classes will officially begin today Today, please arrive at 9:30 am in the school hall. After this first day, Kindergarten students will be met at the ‘cow pen’ each morning at 8:45 am and then be walked to their classrooms ready to start the day at 8:55 am. Each afternoon, teachers will bring the students back to the ‘cow pen’ area to be collected at 2:30 pm. Early afternoon pickups will continue for the first week while students adjust to school life. Teachers will send a note home and announce via Sentral for Parents App, website and Facebook when students are ready to complete full days. Note that classes are considered ‘holding classes’ and that teachers or student groupings may change. Please contact the school should you have any questions or concerns. Key times 9:30 am Morning (first day only) 2:30 pm Pick-up (first week only) 8:45 pm Morning (normal time) 2:55 pm Pick-up (normal time)

Monday

04

December

Sport & Service Awards assembly

Date

04 December

Time

9:30-11:00 AM

Location
Primary COLA

Invitations will be extended to family members of students who will be receiving either a sport or service award today. Students are unaware they have been nominated for awards, so it would be lovely if parents allow this to remain a surprise. Sportsperson of the Year will be announced at this assembly. Congratulations to all students presented with awards today!

Tuesday

05

December

Stage 1 end of year party

Date

05 December

Time

All day

Location
School

Event details Year 1 & 2 students will come together to celebrate their achievements at an end-of-year celebration. They will be provided with lunch and participate in a range of fun activities. Dress Code Mufti/Christmas Mufti, hat and closed shoes. Lunch Students will be provided with pizza, a lolly bag and a drink (juice/water). Recess will need to be provided as normal.

Wednesday

06

December

Support Unit excursion - special children's Christmas party

Date

06 December

Time

9:30 AM-2:30 PM

Location
Grand Pavillion - Rosehill Gardens

Students in the Support Unit will be treated to a day of celebration comprising of a 3-hour stage show featuring many local and national celebrities. There will be activities such as merry-go-rounds, activities, face painting, and much more. All food, drinks, lollies, and ice creams will be provided for free. There will be brand-new presents to collect and take home.

Wednesday

06

December

End of Kindy party - Kindergarten & Team C

Date

06 December

Time

11:40 AM-1:25 PM

Location
School

TAPS Kindy and Team C students are invited to attend their End of Kindy Party! What - Kindy and Team C students will come together as a grade to celebrate their first year of school. All Kindy and Team C students will be given a cold drink, a frozen treat to eat and a small gift from their teachers (at no cost to families). Dress code: Students may wear mufti on the day but must wear enclosed shoes. Those who celebrate Christmas are most welcome to wear Christmas-themed clothes! Optional lunch: Families may pre-purchase a special party pack for lunch. Orders must be returned to the canteen by Friday 1st December and paid in cash. Students who do not order a party pack will need to provide their own lunch. Party packs 1: $6 - Hot-dog & Veggie sticks Party pack 2: $7 - Chicken burger (halal) & Veggie sticks Payment: Payments cannot be made via Sentral or the office as this is being catered for by Mel's Canteen. Please send your order and payment directly to the school canteen.

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