A big thank you to all the families who came along to our Acquaintance Evening last Tuesday.
It was terrific to see so many students proudly showing their classrooms and learning spaces, and to watch families take the time to connect with teachers and staff.
A special acknowledgement to our class and specialist teachers, library and OSHC teams, and our front office staff for warmly welcoming families and opening up their learning and work spaces for the evening.
Well done to all students who confidently led their parents through the school, explained what they’ve been learning, and helped make everyone feel welcome. You should be very proud of the way you represented our school.
Thank you also to everyone who helped run (and enjoyed!) the sausage sizzle, which raised valuable funds for this year’s Pedal Prix team.
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Reminder: Annual General Meeting (AGM) – Monday 16th February 2026
Join us for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Monday 16th February, in the Library, starting at 6:30pm and concluding at 8:00pm. Light refreshments and nibbles will be available from 6:00pm.
The AGM is a great opportunity for parents to connect with the Governing Council, Leadership Team to celebrate our school’s achievements and highlights of 2025. It also serves as a chance for parents to nominate for the 2026 Governing Council or join one of the many sub-committees that support and guide various school activities.
For more details, including nomination information for the Governing Council and Sub-Committees, please refer to the Annual General Meeting Information post.
Library Lovers Week
It’s National Library Lovers Week this week, a time to celebrate our school library.
This week reminds us that libraries are welcoming spaces where stories are shared, curiosity is encouraged, and everyone belongs.
Our school library is more than shelves of books. It’s a calm and caring space to read for pleasure, explore interests, learn together, and feel supported.
During Library Lovers Week, we invite students and their families to come in and enjoy our library space before school 8:30-8:50am or after school 3:10 – 3:45pm, Monday 16th, Wednesday 18th & Friday 20th, share a story, and show the love for our library by leaving a message of support or providing suggestions for how we can improve the library space.
Reminder – Cover/Connect – Friday 20/2, Library, 9:00 – 10:30am.
Upcoming Student Free Day – Friday 6 March
On our upcoming Student Free Day (Friday 6 March), staff will come together for our first whole-school professional learning day with the Berry Street Education Model. This session will focus on strengthening our consistent, school-wide wellbeing and engagement practices that help create calm, safe and productive classrooms for every learner.
This professional learning will include:
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Building Relational Classrooms – strengthening connection, belonging and positive relationships.
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Creating Calm and Ready-to-Learn Spaces – practical strategies and routines that support self-regulation and engagement.
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Whole-School Consistency – aligning our language, expectations and approaches so students experience a consistent environment across the school.
School Sports – Soccer and Netball
Craigburn Primary School has a proud history of successful after-school sports programs, run by dedicated volunteer parents. These programs provide students with valuable opportunities to participate in a variety of sports, develop game skills, build teamwork, and, most importantly, foster a lifelong love of sport.
After school sports programs already underway in 2026 are:
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Cricket: Played in Terms 1 and 4 – for students in Years 2 -6. Teams are graded according to age and compete against other schools as part of the Sturt Districts Cricket Association.
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Basketball: Played in Terms 1, 2, 3 and 4 – is for students in Years 3-6. Teams are graded according to year level and compete against other schools on weekday afternoons at the Blackwood High School Recreation Centre.
After school sports played in Terms 2 and 3
Soccer
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For students in Years 2-6, fixtures and rules of play are governed by the Southern District Junior Soccer Association (SDJSA).
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Games for children in the Under 8’s to Seniors are played on Saturday mornings between 8.00am and 12.00pm.
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Games are played at home (Craigburn Primary School) or away at other school facilities.
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Training is scheduled weekly, one night after school.
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For students in Reception and Year 1, children will play in the non-competitive Aliens team. Aliens sessions are once a week, on our school oval at a time determined by the coach.
Netball
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For students in Years 2 -6.
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The season is organised by the Southern Area Junior Netball Association with games being played in Terms 2 and 3 on Saturday mornings at varying times and local school venues.
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Games are played on Saturday mornings from 9.00am for the older teams (generally Years 4-6) and from 10.00am for the younger teams (generally Years 2 and 3).
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Placement of players in teams is determined by the netball coordinators, team coaches and school personnel.
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Training days and times are determined by the coordinators in consultation with team coaches – once teams have been finalised. Parents will be contacted at the earliest opportunity by the coach when teams have been notified.
Please stay tuned for Registration details.
Cross Country is also offered to students in Year 4 -6, who train before school leading up to the Southern Heights Cross Country Carnival at Belair in May.
School Card
Low-income families are able to get financial help with school fees, materials and services charges, through the School Card scheme. All types of School Card applications are now online. You can access the online forms from any device that gets the internet, including mobile devices, such as tablets and smartphones, as well as laptops and computers.
Application details can be accessed through the Department’s School Card scheme page.
School-Managed iPads for Students
Continuing on from last year, all students in Years 2-6 have been issued with a school managed iPad – to be used only at school. This provides students with a safe and secure online experience with school-managed settings. Students in Reception to Year 1 have access to a shared set of devices.
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Acceptable Use Agreement’ for students in ‘child friendly’ language.
Using My iPad Safely
✅ I will use my iPad for learning only and follow my teacher’s instructions.
✅ I will carry it carefully with two hands and store it safely when not in use.
✅ I will keep food and drinks away from my iPad.
✅ If my iPad is damaged, I will tell my teacher immediately.
✅ If I damage my iPad on purpose or by being careless, my family may have to pay for repairs.
Being Responsible Online
✅ I will only visit teacher-approved websites and apps.
✅ I will only use my school email for schoolwork.
✅ I will respect others when using my iPad and not send mean or hurtful messages.
✅ I will only take photos, videos, or record sounds with permission.
✅ I will never share my passwords (except with my teacher when needed).
Staying Cyber Safe
✅ I will not share personal details (like my full name, address, or phone number) online.
✅ I will not talk to strangers online unless it’s part of a school-approved activity.
✅ I will not try to access blocked websites or use VPNs to bypass school filters.
✅ I will not use AI tools to cheat or create inappropriate content.
✅ I will not download games, movies, or software unless my teacher says it’s okay.
Respecting My School Community
✅ I will use kind and respectful language online.
✅ I will not take photos or videos of others without their permission.
✅ I will not use my iPad to bully, harass, or embarrass others.
✅ I will follow school rules about technology use.
What Happens If I Don’t Follow the Rules?
❌ If I use my iPad inappropriately, I may lose my iPad privileges.
❌ My teachers and the school can check my iPad and online activity.
❌ Serious misuse of technology may lead to further consequences.
Friendly Reminders
Student Use of Mobile Phones and Personal Devices Policy
A reminder that a ‘Student Use of Mobile Phones and Personal Devices Policy’ was introduced to schools in 2024.
We ask that parents are familiar with this policy which relates to personal devices not being carried / worn by studentsduring the school day. Note personal devices, include mobile phones and smart watches that are capable of sending or receiving messages or calls and/or able to connect to the internet.
Volunteering at Craigburn
At Craigburn, we are incredibly fortunate to have the support of parents, carers, and friends who generously give their time to help our school. There are many ways to get involved, whether you have time during the week, on weekends, or just an hour here and there.
Some opportunities to volunteer include:
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Assisting in the classroom or supporting children with reading.
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Helping in the canteen, school garden, or library.
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Joining a committee, coaching a sports team, or assisting where needed..
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Accompanying students on excursions or camps.
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Supporting school events, programs, and other initiatives.
How to Get Started
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students, all volunteers are required to complete the following steps in line with departmental policy:
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Volunteer Application
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Complete a Department for Education Volunteer Application form, including a declaration.
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RRHAN-EC Online Induction
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Complete the Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse, and Neglect – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) Online Induction Session for Volunteers (approx. 90 minutes). This includes general online induction information.
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Role-Specific Induction
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Understand the responsibilities of your volunteer role as part of an induction with relevant school personnel (e.g., a classroom teacher for class support).
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Volunteer Agreement
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Sign the Department for Education Volunteer Agreement form, which outlines the school’s and volunteer’s responsibilities.
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Working with Children Check (WWCC)
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Complete a DHS Working with Children Check (WWCC). This process is now self-managed through the DHS Screening website and is free for volunteers.
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If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact the front office for more information. We greatly appreciate your support in making Craigburn an engaging and thriving learning community.
Craigburn Connections / Noticeboard and Website Update
Our long-standing school news blog subscription (blogs.craigburn.sa.edu.au) with Campus Press has now ended, which means our school news blog (Craigburn Connections) will no longer be accessible from this site.
Going forward, Craigburn Connections will be available through our school website. You’ll find the latest posts on the lower section of the home page, and you can also access them anytime via the ‘News’ menu:www.craigburn.sa.edu.au.
We’ll also be using a new ‘Noticeboard’ feature on the website for shorter updates and reminders.
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Our website currently includes images / media from a few years ago and will be refreshed during the early part of the year.
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Email notifications will be sent when new posts / notices are published.
Term Dates and Public Holidays (in school terms) 2026
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Term 1 Tuesday 27th January – Friday 10th April
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Adelaide Cup Day – Monday 9th March
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Good Friday – Friday 3rd April
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Easter Monday – Monday 6th April
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Term 2 Monday 27th April – Friday 3rd July
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King’s Birthday – Monday 8th June
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Term 3 Monday 20th July – Friday 25th September
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Term 4 Monday 12th October – Friday 11th December
Student Free Days / School Closure Day 2026 – Save the dates
2 student free days are confirmed for 2026, as follows:
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Friday 6th March – Term 1 Week 6
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Friday 4th September – Term 3 Week 7
Our annual school closure day (to coincide with the Royal Adelaide Show) is set for Monday 7th September.
Please note – A further 2 student free days are to be confirmed and communicated to families soon.
Recent Posts
Term 1 Planner
We are in the process of finalising our Term 1 and Yearly Planner. In the interim, please save the dates for the following Term 1 events:
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Annual General Meeting – Monday 16th February
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Student Free Day – Friday 6th March
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Adelaide Cup Public Holiday – Monday 9th March
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NAPLAN starts – Years 3 and 5 – Wednesday 11th March
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Year 6 Aquatics – Monday 16th March
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Harmony Day – Friday 20th March
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Whole School Swimming – from Monday 30th March to Thursday 2nd April
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Sports Day – Friday 27th March
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Good Friday – Friday 3rd April
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Easter Monday – Monday 6th April
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End Term 1 – Friday 10 April