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A Tradition of Excellence

A great start to your child’s future

What Sets Us Apart

Expansive Playgrounds YPS is set on two hectares, and

encompasses separate

playgrounds for infants and

primary, a dual quiet zone, and

a full-size sporting field which is

used daily.

School Band Award winning school band

conducted by Mark Corkery,

Young Regional School of

Music. On-site lessons

available during school time. In

addition to band opportunities,

students can attend

informal ukulele

lessons or

choir.

Emphasis on Technology YPS has a strong emphasis on

technology boasting class sets of

laptops for the entire school, a

robotics laboratory, and access

to STEM and coding activities in

all classes.

School Counsellor In addition to the multitude of

social and emotional supports

offered, YPS has a school

counsellor available three days

per week. There is also an

accredited therapy dog available.

Visible Learning We hold a strong commitment

to the philosophy of making

learning visible for all students.

VL principles are embedded into

quality teaching and evidence-

based program delivery.

Welcome to Young Public School

WHAT WE OFFER Young Public School boasts a broad range of staff expertise and evidence-based programs to support students’ intellectual, emotional, and physical health. See further information below.

EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAMS InitiaLit An evidence-based whole-class literacy program for Kindergarten to Year 2 PreLit A skills-based early literacy preparation program including play-based learning MiniLit A small group program for Years 1-2 building strong reading foundations MacqLit An explicit and systematic small group reading intervention program for Years 3 - 6 MultiLit - reading tutor An intensive individual reading program using the principles of the above programs Aurora College - OC Class The program is part of the NSW Virtual Selective High School, providing students in

rural and remote areas, in Year 5 - 6, the chance to study specialist subjects using the latest technology. It aims to provide intellectual stimulation by grouping gifted and talented students, who may otherwise be isolated from suitable groups. The program is also available at Young High School.

EXTENSION PROGRAMS Mathematics extension group Weekly extension classes including the Maths Olympiad Writing extension group Weekly extension classes in creative, informative, and persuasive writing

POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR FOR LEARNING Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) is a comprehensive, integrated whole-school approach to student wellbeing and behaviour. PBL is a process that supports school leadership teams to create positive learning environments that enable student learning and wellbeing. It is data based and focusses on monitoring and rewarding positive school playground behaviours. These positive behaviours are identified and explicitly taught in line with Young Public School’s core values: RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY and INTEGRITY. PBL is about preventing unwanted behaviours and being proactive in teaching acceptable behaviour practices.

WELLBEING TEAM School Counsellor Supports wellbeing and learning Student Wellbeing Teacher Emotional regulation, anxiety, resilience, grief and loss Learning Support Teacher Supports student learning outcomes Instructional Leader Supports students with English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy, and numeracy Family Support Officer Parenting support and family service referrals School Nurse (WHIN) Facilitates access to external health services Occupational Therapist Identifies and supports difficulties with everyday tasks Speech and Language Therapist Treats speech and communication disorders Aboriginal Education Officer Promotes Aboriginal education within the community School Chaplain Supports wellbeing by offering pastoral care services Therapy Dog - Bob the Kelpie Recognised and certified by a nationally and internationally accredited dog trainer

WELLBEING SUPPORT PROGRAMS BounceBack! A program teaching social-emotional skills, resiliency and wellbeing used in class Smiling Mind A mindfulness and relaxation method used in class Zones of Regulation A cognitive behavioural approach to self-regulation Seasons for Growth A grief and loss program used in a small group setting Peer Support The connection between senior and junior students in the playground

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The Seven Year Experience Enriching the mind and body

YPS develops well-rounded students through fostering a variety of sport, arts, and special interest opportunities throughout a student’s K-6 education at our school. Some of these include…

School band conducted by Mark Corkery, Young Regional School of Music, competing in eisteddfods A partnership with Young Regional School of Music, with lessons available in school time, on school grounds PSSA sporting competitions for a multitude of sports School debating team practice and participation in the Premier’s Debating Challenge Operation Art workshops each year with the Arts Unit Public Speaking students participate in the NSW Multicultural Public Speaking Competition

Ukulele group Premier’s Sporting and Leadership Challenge Dance and musical performances in Cherry Jam, an arts extravaganza Premier’s Spelling Bee participation School choir – junior and senior Boys and girls special interest groups

Lunchtime activities timetable includes: guitar lessons, robotics and STEM, organised sports on the oval, public speaking, and ukulele lessons.

Handball and ping-pong challenges

Chess and other games available in the library

Premier’s Reading Challenge

Aboriginal cultural activities

Chaplain support

Primary peer support in the infants playground

The Seven Year Experience

Transition to Big School Orientation is the knowledge of a new environment. Transition is being comfortable in that new environment. Our program moves from orientation to the transition phase and does not cease until the middle of first term of Kindergarten. Our aim in the transition to school program is to get to know your child and family and build up the home school partnership.

School Tour – make an appointment now! You can book a school tour any time. Come and be guided through YPS and learn more about what’s on offer. See the grounds, meet the staff, and ask any questions.

Preschool and Day Care Visits to YPS – Week of Monday 31 August to Friday 4 September 2020 All preschools and long day care centres visit YPS during August. Children participate in morning activities, tour the school, share recess with Kindergarten students, and try out the playground.

Kindergarten Open Day – Wednesday 28 October 2020 from 10:30am -11:30am An opportunity to see Kindergarten in action, discover the classrooms and ask any questions.

Your invite is on its way - October Your invite to our Kindy Orientation Information Session is on its way.

Kindergarten Orientation Information – Wednesday 4 November 2020 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm An information evening for parents and carers of children enrolled to commence at YPS. Gain insight into Kindergarten life, meet the Kindy teachers, pick up your Early Start pack, and share supper.

Early Start – Fortnight beginning Monday 16 November – Friday 27 November 2020 Children commencing Kindergarten the following year are given the opportunity to attend our school for two days as part of their preparation for their first year of school. These are flexible depending on needs and current preschool days. Please advise us if you believe your child needs additional support.

Children enjoy learning classroom etiquette and fine motor skills in small groups. They meet Year 5 buddies for recess and enjoy playing and visiting the current Kindergarten classrooms.

Watch your mailbox! – December to January 2020 During the Christmas school holidays, your child’s starting time will be mailed home. Students begin at staggered start times to allow plenty of settling time and time to chat to parents.

First day of school – Friday 29 January 2021! A day to celebrate… your child’s first day of school! Students will begin at staggered start times to allow plenty of time to settle in. Parents are welcome to come into class with their child, meet the teacher, and have a photo.

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Find us on…

FACEBOOK: used for school (and sometimes community) announcements and reminders. https://www.facebook.com/youngpublicschool/

SKOOLBAG APP: a mobile device or web app used for school announcements, reminders, and newsletters. https://www.moqproducts.com.au/skoolbag/

https://young-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/skoolbag.html

YPS WEBSITE: a central place for parents to find out more about our school, and links to departmental policies. https://young-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/

YPS LEARNING FROM HOME HUB: a website linking many other sites and apps to support home learning. https://bit.ly/ypslearningfromhomehub

CLASS DOJO: a class driven communication app for parents and carers.

SEESAW: a class based communication app for parents and carers.

https://www.moqproducts.com.au/skoolbag/https://young-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/skoolbag.html

RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY INTEGRITY

YOUNG PUBLIC SCHOOL A Positive Behaviour for Learning school

Bruce Street, Young NSW 2594 Ph: 02 6382 2453

Fax: 02 6382 4056 Email: young-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Web: young-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

mailto:young-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

What Sets Us ApartWelcome to Young Public SchoolWHAT WE OFFEREDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAMSInitiaLit An evidence-based whole-class literacy program for Kindergarten to Year 2EXTENSION PROGRAMSPOSITIVE BEHAVIOUR FOR LEARNINGWELLBEING TEAMWELLBEING SUPPORT PROGRAMSBounceBack! A program teaching social-emotional skills, resiliency and wellbeing used in classSmiling Mind A mindfulness and relaxation method used in classTransition to Big SchoolFind us on…

The Seven Year ExperienceEnriching the mind and bodyThe Seven Year ExperienceSchool Tour – make an appointment now!Preschool and Day Care Visits to YPS – Week of Monday 31 August to Friday 4 September 2020Kindergarten Open Day – Wednesday 28 October 2020 from 10:30am -11:30amYour invite is on its way - OctoberKindergarten Orientation Information – Wednesday 4 November 2020 from 7:00pm - 8:00pmEarly Start – Fortnight beginning Monday 16 November – Friday 27 November 2020Children commencing Kindergarten the following year are given the opportunity to attend our school for two days as part of their preparation for their first year of school. These are flexible depending on needs and current preschool days. Please advise us if you believe your child needs additional support.Watch your mailbox! – December to January 2020During the Christmas school holidays, your child’s starting time will be mailed home. Students begin at staggered start times to allow plenty of settling time and time to chat to parents.First day of school – Friday 29 January 2021!FACEBOOK: used for school (and sometimes community) announcements and reminders.