Oakleigh South Primary School
NEWSLETTER – ISSUE 13
8th May, 2026

“Challenges are what make life interesting and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful.”  — Joshua J. Marine

Term 2  Week 4
Tuesday 12th May
  • Year 1-3 Assembly @ 2:45PM in the Hall
  • Year 5 Japan Study Tour Info Session @ 3:45PM in the Staff Room
Thursday 14th May
  • Year 6 Winter Interschool Sport 2026
  • Senior Choir @ 3:30PM in the Hall
Term 2  Week 5
Monday 18th May
  • Education Support Staff Appreciation Day
  • Year 3 & 4 Swimming Program (Day 1/5)
Tuesday 19th May
  • Year 3 & 4 Swimming Program (Day 2/5)
  • Whole School Assembly @ 2:30PM in the Hall
  • School Council Metting @6:15PM
Wednesday 20th May
  • Year 3 & 4 Swimming Program (Day 3/5)
Thursday 21st May
  • School Tour @ 9:30AM
  • Year 3 & 4 Swimming Program (Day 4/5)
  • Year 6 Winter Interschool Sport 2026
  • Senior Choir @ 3:30PM in the Hall
Friday 22nd May
  • Year 3 & 4 Swimming Program (Day 5/5)
  • Year 6 Sex Ed Program

    What a fantastic day we had last Saturday!! The weather was perfect and that set the tone for an absolutely sensational day!

    The crowd arrived early, and the excitement could be felt as the children enjoyed the carnival rides, had their faces painted, and ate ice cream and fairy floss far too early — but that is exactly what fete day is all about!

    The way everyone pulled together to make the fete happen was an amazing achievement and a true credit to everyone involved. Not only is the fete strongly supported by our school community, but it also attracts many local families and community members who do not yet have connections to our school, which is wonderful to see.

    I cannot thank the staff, parents, and children enough for working so tirelessly in the lead-up to the fete and on the day itself. It was certainly a fantastic day all round, filled with a wonderful atmosphere, community spirit, and plenty of smiles. The feedback and compliments we have received have been extremely positive. At the end of the day, you would never have known a monstrous fete had been held only hours before!

    A MASSIVE THANK YOU TO EVERYONE INVOLVED IN MAKING THIS FETE A SUCCESS!

    On Tuesday, the OSPS Cross Country Team competed in the Bentleigh District Cross Country event. Congratulations to all the children who competed, and a big thank you to the staff who supported the team in preparing for the event. We are incredibly proud to announce that OSPS won the overall district event, with 17 students now progressing to the regional cross-country competition in the coming weeks. Congratulations to everyone involved on this outstanding achievement!

    The Parent group held their annual Mother’s day Stall on yesterday and today. Thank you to all the volunteers that provided this exciting shopping opportunity for the students! There were so many decisions being made on the perfect gift for MUM 💗

    Today, our Prep children celebrated a beautiful afternoon with their mums and special people. Guests were pampered with manicures, massages, and hair makeovers, while also enjoying the photobooth and biscuit decorating stations. It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces and special moments shared together. A big thank you to everyone who helped make the afternoon so memorable.

    Finally, we would like to wish all the wonderful mothers, grandmothers, and special people in our children’s lives a very happy and relaxing Mother’s Day this Sunday. We hope you are surrounded by family, love, and perhaps get just a little bit spoilt 💗

    Warm regards,

    Nikki Virtuoso
    Acting Principal

     

    CONTROLLED ECOLOGICAL BURN NOTICE

    Please be advised that The Metropolitan Golf Club will be conducting a planned ecological burn within a small area of native vegetation on its property, adjacent to the school.

    At this stage, the burn is expected to take place on Monday 11 May 2026, subject to weather conditions and relevant safety approvals.

    The controlled burn is being conducted under a valid City of Monash permit and with the awareness of the Oakleigh Fire Brigade. The purpose of the burn is to assist with weed management and support the regeneration and long-term health of indigenous plant species and local ecosystems.

    The burns are supervised, small in scale, and appropriate fire-control measures will be in place.

    Families may notice some smoke in the area during this time.

    For further information, please contact The Metropolitan Golf Club Course Administration on 9570 6742.

    CELEBRATING MOTHER’S DAY

    Mother’s Day is an annual reminder to say thanks to our mum, or other motherly figure, who plays an important role in our lives. It is a day to express our gratitude and love towards the women who have dedicated their time, energy, and love to raise and support us. Whether it’s a simple gesture like a card, a bunch of flowers, or a heartfelt message, Mother’s Day is an opportunity to show our mothers how much we cherish and admire them. It’s a time to reflect on the love, sacrifices, and unwavering support that our mothers or our mother figures provide unconditionally.

    Here is the link to this topic: http://oakleighsouthps.vic.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/celebrating-mothers-day

    ROTARY COMMUNITY RAFFLE

    Together with our Fete fundraising efforts, we take part in the Rotary Community Raffle. The total prize pool is $ 55,766.00 with the first prize being a Mazda CX 5 MAXX Sport.

    Tickets are $5 and tickets are on sale until 11.59pm on 15th May. Raffle drawn 23rd May.

    Last year an OSPS family won the car!

    Scan the QR code or click this link to purchase!

    OSPS receive 70c for every dollar spent on the raffle so the fundraising returns are fantastic!

    Please share this with your family, friends, neighbours and on your social media!

    We thank you so much for your support!

    STATE SCHOOLS’ RELIEF (SSR) – PREP UNIFORM SUPPORT

    Families who are CSEF recipients may also be eligible for State Schools’ Relief Prep Uniform Package support.

    Eligible Prep students can receive:

    • 2 uniform tops (polo shirt, shirt or summer dress)

    • 1 uniform bottom (pants, trackpants, trousers or shorts)

    • 1 outerwear item (puffer jacket)

    • 1 pair of school shoes

    Please note: PE items (i.e. School House tops) are not included. If SSR cannot supply a logoed item, an $85 voucher will be provided for use at the school’s preferred uniform supplier. Half shoe sizes are not available – use the shoe size guide on the SSR website.

    Order your Prep uniform here: 2026 Prep Uniform Packs For CSEF Recipients Order Form

    CAMPS, SPORTS & EXCURSIONS FUND (CSEF)

    The Victorian Government provides the CSEF to help eligible families with the cost of school camps, sports and excursions.

    • Eligible families hold a valid means-tested concession card (special consideration category also exists).

    • Primary students receive $400, paid directly to the school to support activity costs.

    • Applications are open until the end of Term 2, with payments commencing from 1 March.

    • Families who were eligible in previous years may not need to reapply, unless you have a Prep student starting.

    Apply here: CSEF Application Form 2026

    For enquiries, contact Carlyn at carlyn.backers@education.vic.gov.au

    THANK YOU – KEEP THE DONATIONS COMING

    There are three ways you can recycle your cans, bottles, and containers to help us fundraise. OSPS receives 10c per item, with all funds going towards sustainability projects at the school:

    • Oakleigh South Primary School – Purple Bins at the Year 3 Village

    • Oakleigh Depot – 37–41 Oxford St, Oakleigh, in the OSPS bin onsite

    • Any Return-It Depot or Kiosk – donate to OSPS by scanning the barcode (see image)

    Thank you for helping us make a difference while caring for the environment!

    LUNCH ORDER PROVIDERS

    We are pleased to confirm the following lunch order options for our school community in 2025: TK Tuckshop and Classroom Cuisine will be available on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, while Subway will be available on Tuesday and Thursday.

    CLASSROOM CUISINE: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

    Register and order at www.classroomcuisine.com.au
    All orders must be placed by 8:30am the morning of delivery.

    TK TUCKSHOP: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

    Register at https://app.spriggyschools.com.au/login
    Download the Spriggy Schools app from your app store.
    All orders need to be placed by 7pm for the full menu or 8:00am the morning of delivery for a restricted menu.

    SUBWAY: Tuesday and Thursday

    Register and place your order at https://app.canteenhub.com.au
    All orders need to be placed by 8.00am the day of delivery.

    SENIOR VALUED STUDENT AWARDS

    YEAR 1 VALUED STUDENT AWARDS

    Toprak – 4AS
    (Excellence)
    For making a wonderful start to Term 2 and showing a positive attitude towards his learning.

    Zephan – 4AS
    (Respect)
    For being a responsible and caring member of 4AS who always uses his best manners.

    Sayul – 4CG
    (Excellence)
    For showing a terrific work ethic in all his reading programs and working hard to achieve his reading goals!

    Loulou – 4CG
    (Excellence)
    For developing a well-presented and meaningful Prep Buddy book that teaches the importance of not littering.

    Alvin – 4CG
    (Resilience)
    For showing perseverance in Maths Invaders and striving to achieve high scores on a challenging level!

    Oliver – 4CR
    (Excellence)
    For the well-written and entertaining picture storybook he created for his Prep buddy. Great work, Oliver!

    Henry – 4CR
    (Excellence)
    For always working diligently on all set tasks and responding positively to advice given. You’re a star, Henry!

    Mikayla – 4CR
    (Integrity)
    For the way she conducts herself during all production rehearsals. You’re a true performer, Mikayla!

    Lana – 4ML
    (Respect)
    For being a considerate and kind student who happily assists with classroom jobs.

    Tobi – 4ML
    (Excellence)
    For his excellent completion of homework tasks and doing a fabulous job with reading his AR books.

    Kevin – 4ML
    (Excellence)
    For always listening intently and completing all tasks to a high standard. You are a pleasure to teach, Kevin.

    Rishon – 4WW
    (Excellence)
    For making an amazing start towards his AR goal this term. Keep up the excellent effort, Rishon!

    Alisha – 4WW
    (Resilience)
    For handling challenges in the classroom with grace and composure. You are a gem, Alisha!

    Hunter – 4ZB
    (Excellence)
    For always using a growth mindset and completing his work to a high standard.

    Kaavya – 4ZB
    (Respect)
    For always using her manners in class and being a helpful member of 4ZB.

    YEAR 2 VALUED STUDENT AWARDS

    Keira – 5KM
    (Excellence)
    For actively contributing in class, displaying exceptional manners, and being a truly fantastic and positive individual.

    Lex – 5KM
    (Resilience)
    For facing challenging tasks with a positive attitude and a true growth mindset. You are awesome, Lex!

    Lennox – 5LG
    (Resilience)
    For demonstrating incredible resilience after breaking his arm in three places! You’re so brave, Lenny!

    Alina – 5LG
    (Excellence)
    For being an all-round superstar and consistently going above and beyond in everything she does. Alina, you’re simply awesome!

    Zoe – 5LG
    (Excellence)
    For her outstanding ‘Who Am I?’ project on India! Your perfect score was well deserved, Zoe. Well done!

    Saisha – 5MJ
    (Excellence)
    For always being willing to help and doing her best in class. Well done, Saisha!

    Zacc – 5MJ
    (Respect)
    For always using his manners and showing respect to his teachers and classmates. Keep it up, Zacc!

    Ran – 5MJ
    (Excellence)
    For contributing enthusiastically and insightfully during all lessons. Great work, Ran!

    Lenny – 5MS
    (Integrity)
    For consistently showing integrity through honesty, responsibility, and treating others with fairness and respect.

    Grace – 5MS
    (Excellence)
    For her strong effort in achieving her Term 1 AR goal and consistently reaching 1000 Mathletics points each week.

    Edward – 5MS
    (Respect)
    For being such a vibrant and positive student who shows strong dedication to his learning. You’re a legend!

    Jordan – 5PR
    (Excellence)
    For always showing exceptional manners and trying his best. You’re a star, Jordy!

    Ivy – 5PR
    (Respect)
    For always choosing kindness and looking out for everyone around her. Well done, Ivy!

    Akshaj – 5PR
    (Excellence)
    For sharing his knowledge and educating the class with interesting facts. You’re a clever boy, Akshaj!

    YEAR 3 VALUED STUDENT AWARDS

    Safaa – 6FW
    (Working Together)
    For staying after school to help ensure the classroom is organised. Thank you, Safaa!

    Risshan – 6FW
    (Excellence)
    For completing all classwork despite distractions occurring around him. Great work, Risshan!

    Adithi – 6FW
    (Respect)
    For showing respect, support, and initiative, especially towards new teachers. You’re a star, Adithi!

    Willow – 6NM
    (Integrity)
    For her efforts during our recent whole school assembly, helping guide Hannah from Prep when she received her GEM Award.

    Adrian – 6NM
    (Excellence)
    For a strong start to Term 2 and diving into all classroom activities with enthusiasm. Great stuff, Adrian!

    Boyd – 6NM
    (Working Together)
    For his strong teamwork in the classroom and showing great leadership during interschool footy training.

    Eric – 6SM
    (Working Together)
    For being a vibrant and fun-loving member of 6SM! Thank you for always bringing the good vibes, Eric!

    Samuel – 6SM
    (Excellence)
    For achieving an incredible 394 AR points in Term 1 and smashing his AR target. Amazing effort, Sam!

    Ellie – 6SM
    (Respect)
    For her constant kindness towards others, helpful nature, and strong work ethic. You’re a gem, Ellie!

    Vivaan – 6SS
    (Respect)
    For always showing respect and care towards his classmates and teacher during learning times.

    Marcus – 6SS
    (Excellence)
    For demonstrating a positive ‘Can Do’ attitude and working hard to achieve his academic goals.

    Aarisha – 6SS
    (Respect)
    For always being a kind and caring classmate who shows respect to everyone around her.

    SPECIALIST VALUED STUDENT AWARDS

    Shauryaveer – 4CR Performing Arts
    (Excellence)
    For his incredible acting and singing during Finding Nemo rehearsals. You’re a star!

    Junyi – 4WW Performing Arts
    (Excellence)
    For fantastic work in the School Band and excelling during production rehearsals.

    Ria – 5MS Performing Arts
    (Integrity)
    For your amazing and confident efforts participating in Senior Choir and VSSS rehearsals.

    Anthony – 5PR Performing Arts
    (Integrity)
    For always approaching Performing Arts classes with a wonderful sense of fun and fairness.

    Amy – 6CM Performing Arts
    (Excellence)
    For your fantastic auditions for the Grade 6 production and excelling every step of the way.

    Nicholas – 6CM Performing Arts
    (Integrity)
    For your consistently honest and genuine efforts in School Band and auditions for the Grade 6 production.

    SPORT REPORT — CROSS COUNTRY

    On Tuesday 4th May, 48 of our students proudly represented OSPS at the District Cross Country held at Bald Hill Park. All runners showed fantastic effort, determination, and sportsmanship, and we are thrilled to share that OSPS won the overall shield. Such an incredible achievement!

    We also had a number of students qualify for the Division Cross Country team across multiple age groups, with some outstanding individual results.

    In the 9/10 year old age group, 5 boys and 4 girls qualified. Congratulations to James (3rd), Zephan (5th), Zachary (6th), Luca (7th) and Prathyush (8th). In the girls race, Asha (3rd), Nika (4th), Isha (6th) and Masha (7th) all performed exceptionally well.

    In the 11 year old age group, 1 boy and 3 girls made the squad. Congratulations to Liam (2nd), and to Thea (3rd), Isabel (6th) and Chelsea (8th).

    In the 12/13 age group, 2 boys and 2 girls also progressed to the next level. Well done to Jack (1st), Koby (2nd), Emma (4th) and Aavni (5th).

    Also a huge congratulations to all of our runners on their efforts and achievements. Thank you to the teachers and parents for your support and encouragement on the day!

    Camp Australia offers independent before- and after-school care (7:00 AM–8:45 AM and 3:30 PM–6:00 PM) in a safe, fun, and engaging environment. We recommend families register and book to ensure support in case of emergencies or last minute change-of-plans. More info and enrolment: campaustralia.com.au

    We host a range of after-school programs and activities run by external providers here at OSPS. These programs operate independently from the school and are offered directly to families by the providers. All advertisements for these activities can be found in the OSPS Facility User Group section of our notice board and newsletters.

    For any enquiries or to enrol, please contact the program providers directly.

    Disclaimer: The organisations advertised in this newsletter are not affiliated with and have no relationship to Oakleigh South Primary School. The publishing of these advertisements does not imply endorsement or recommendation of these products or services by the school. They are provided as a community service.

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