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Hillsmeade Primary School

Hillsmeade Primary School

Growing and Learning Together

  • School Portal: Compass
  • Home Learning Portal
  • About Hillsmeade
  • Prospective Families
  • Contact
  • Teaching, Learning & Curriculum
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  • Useful Info

Category: General Updates

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5 Day Lock Down Announced

February 12, 2021 Stewart Johnson

Good Afternoon Hillsmeade Families, This afternoon Daniel Andrews announced a 5 day, stage 4 lockdown effective as of midnight tonight. We are currently putting together learning packs to distribute to…

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English for Parents at the Hillsmeade Early Learning Centre

February 10, 2021 Hillsmeade Office

Hi Families - Would you like to learn reading, writing, speaking and listening? These classes will help you to learn these skills which will help with everyday life activities, school…

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Mobile Phone Policy at Hillsmeade Primary School.

February 9, 2021 Hillsmeade Office

Hi Families - As we begin a new school year, it is a good time to check in with school policies. The Mobile Phone Policy can be found on our…

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Final Virtual Assembly 2020

December 18, 2020 Stewart Johnson

Hi Families - Please enjoy our final virtual assembly for 2020. We hope you have a safe and relaxing summer, and look forward to seeing you in 2021! https://player.vimeo.com/video/492273696

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Hillsmeade 2020 Year 6 Graduation Video

December 15, 2020 Stewart Johnson

Hi Families - Please enjoy our virtual graduation for our 2020 Year 6 class. "Congratulations to the 2020 year 6 Graduating Class, we're very proud of you." -- Mrs Bray,…

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Hillsmeade Happenings Term 4 Week 11

December 14, 2020 Stewart Johnson

Hi Everyone - please enjoy the final Hillsmeade Happenings for 2020! Many thanks to Mr Cole for his hard work in putting these together all year. https://player.vimeo.com/video/490509413

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Virtual Christmas Concert

December 11, 2020 Stewart Johnson

Hi Families - please enjoy our Virtual Christmas Concert 2020! Thank you to Mr McGann for your hard work putting this together! https://player.vimeo.com/video/489158506

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Graduation Information for Year 6 Families

December 1, 2020 Stewart Johnson

Dear Year 6 Parents and Carers, 2020 has been a year like no other, and given the current guidance we will still be holding a virtual Year 6 Graduation. Although  this…

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CURRICULUM DAY 30th November

November 26, 2020 Hillsmeade Office

Monday November 30th is a CURRICULUM DAY Students do not attend

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Crazy Sock Day

November 19, 2020 Hillsmeade Office
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Mission

To provide a caring, safe and supportive learning environment for children to grow.

Vision

We aim to continually grow and learn together by:

  • supporting individual abilities and excellence in academic achievement,
  • celebrating diverse backgrounds and cultures, and
  • becoming global citizens prepared for the needs and expectations of our ever changing society.

Hours & Info

82 The Promenade
Narre Warren South 3805
+61 3 9704 6313
hillsmeade.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au
Office open during school terms
8.30am - 4.00pm

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Book Packs (3)

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Can I use Qkr for Essential Items / Book Packs?

Posted on January 9, 2018

No. We support cash, cheque and cards at the school office. Eligible parents can use CentrePay — forms available at the office.

We normally try and use Qkr for all payments, however we need parents to pick up book packs. We have found that with Qkr available for Essential Items parents will pay at home on their phone and then forget to pick up book packs.
Additionally, there is a delay between a Qkr payment and when the school receives the notification of payment, and it can be difficult to determine whether a parent has already paid by Qkr when they’re standing at the counter.

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Is it cheaper to buy my child’s stationery rather then buying a book pack?

Posted on January 9, 2018

No, we purchase nearly 900 book packs in bulk and get significant savings as a result. The Essential Items fee covers both the book pack and a collection of other resources that are used directly in the classrooms. If you purchase your own book pack stationery you will still need to pay some of the Essential Items fee to cover the remaining items used in classrooms.

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What payment methods are available for Book Packs/Essential Items?

Posted on January 9, 2018

Cash, cheque and cards at the school office. Eligible parents can use CentrePay — forms available at the office.

We normally try and use Qkr for all payments, however we need parents to pick up book packs. We have found that with Qkr available for Essential Items parents will pay at home on their phone and then forget to pick up book packs.
Additionally, there is a delay between a Qkr payment and when the school receives the notification of payment, and it can be difficult to determine whether a parent has already paid by Qkr when they’re standing at the counter.

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Why do I have to pay school fees? The government funds schools.

Posted on January 9, 2018

The government funds the vast majority of running the school, but DET policy provides for schools charging for some Essential classroom items. DET provides this diagram to explain the difference between government funding, Essential Items, and Voluntary Charges: Understanding Parent Payment Categories.

  • Essential Items are the parent contribution for essential learning items and other curriculum resources. You will need to pay these fees to receive your child’s book pack.
  • Voluntary Charges are non-compulsory, and are used to improve the school for all children, such as playground equipment, library books, etc.

Fees are payable when collecting book packs. If required you can use a payment plan for Essential Items.

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Are there discounts on school fees (Essential Items) for siblings?

Posted on January 9, 2018

The Essential Items charge was set by School Council for 2018 at $170 for all children with no sibling discounts.

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Can I use Qkr for Essential Items / Book Packs?

Posted on January 9, 2018

No. We support cash, cheque and cards at the school office. Eligible parents can use CentrePay — forms available at the office.

We normally try and use Qkr for all payments, however we need parents to pick up book packs. We have found that with Qkr available for Essential Items parents will pay at home on their phone and then forget to pick up book packs.
Additionally, there is a delay between a Qkr payment and when the school receives the notification of payment, and it can be difficult to determine whether a parent has already paid by Qkr when they’re standing at the counter.

Categories: Book Packs, Fees
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Hillsmeade Primary School would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.

Hillsmeade Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, participation and empowerment of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse.

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