Sunbury Primary School Parent Information Handbook

Student LearningAnnual Implementation PlanAnnual implementation planning assists schools to:plan and communicate their work for the coming year and how this will lead to achieving thegoals and targets in the school strategic plan;ensure efficient and effective allocation of resources to complete the work;monitor progress and success.The Annual Implementation plan must be endorsed by the school principal, the schoolcouncil and the regional director (or nominee).CurriculumThe curriculum program at Sunbury Primary School is based on the Victorian EssentialLearning Standards (VELS) and informed by student needs and research into effectiveschools.StandardsLevel 1End of Preparatory YearLevel 2 End of Year 2Stages of LearningLaying the foundationsLevel 3 End of Year 4Level 4 End of Year 6 Building breadth and depthLevel 5 End of Year 8Level 6 End of Year 10 Developing pathwaysA variety of notices are distributed throughout the year to provide parents withinformation concerning the daily routine, Home Learning, curriculum tips and keyevents.Hearty Head StartThe Hearty Head Start program is a research based curriculum initiative that supports andnurtures student engagement and well-being. Using the learning underpinning EmotionalIntelligence, Habits of Mind and current brain research this program is an integral componentof Sunbury Primary School’s practice that supports engagement, well-being and transitionoutcomes for students. Students are encouraged to eat healthy snacks and drink water toremain hydrated throughout class.As part of this program children develop Codes of Conduct and Mission Statements withintheir classes. These artefacts describe the expectations for behaviour; attitude, an effectivelearning environment and the children’s learning responsibility.Home LearningHome Learning helps students by complimenting and reinforcing classroom learning, fosteringsound habits, and providing an opportunity for students to be responsible for their ownlearning. Home Learning is another opportunity for parents to participate in their child’seducation. Parents, in partnership with the school, should encourage their children toestablish sound work habits from early primary school. Students benefit from completinghome learning regularly. Home Learning helps them develop organisational and timemanagementskills, self discipline, skills in using out-of-school resources and personalresponsibility for learning.In the Early Years (Prep to Year 4), Home Learning will generally not exceed 30 minutes aday, extending to 50 minutes in Middle Years classes.7