As a parent or carer, you are an important part of our school community. We offer a range of services to support you and your family.
Parent-teacher meetings
Gardeners Road Public School welcomes parents and friends into the school community and looks forward to hearing your comments and contributions that continue to make our school a happy and positive learning environment. It is however necessary to make an appointment with your child's class teacher at a mutually suitable time if you wish to discuss their progress.
Learn more at our parent-teacher interviews page.
Personalised learning and support planning day
All parents/carers, therapists and teachers are invited in March to assist in the design of their child's program. The class teacher gives an overview of your child's assessment and progress. Parents and therapists are encouraged to contribute to the plan.
Reviews
Review meetings are usually conducted in August every year. Parents/carers, class teachers, therapists, the principal and district personnel are present. During this time an overview is given regarding your child's progress and any concerns or issues are addressed.
Homework
Gardeners Road Public School promotes the development of positive study habits, both at school and at home. The students in Year 1 through to Year 6 are provided with homework each week related to the current teaching/learning program being implemented in the class. The class teacher will provide the amount of homework appropriate for your child. Home reading is additional and is considered to be an ideal opportunity for parents to enjoy sharing the wonderful world of literacy.
Counselling for families
The school counsellor can assist when families undergo a trauma or big change. Contact us to make an appointment. For information in community languages, see school counselling service.
Outside of the education system, free telephone counselling services are available to support families who may be going through a difficult time.
- Lifeline – 24-hour telephone counselling service. 13 11 14.
- Mensline Australia – 24-hour telephone counselling service for men. 1300 789 978.
- Parent line – 24-hour advice and information service. 1300 1300 52.
Interpreting and translations
We will help you communicate with our school. If you’d like an interpreter for a school meeting, let us know and we will arrange one, if available.
If you don’t speak or understand English well and want to contact us, call TIS National on 131 450 and ask for an interpreter in your language. The operator will call the school and get an interpreter to help. This service is free.
For more information, listen in your language.
Visit the department’s translated documents section for important information that’s relevant for your child’s education in many languages.
Parents and Citizens’ Association (P&C)
Our Parents and Citizens’ Association (P&C) is made up of parents and carers, teachers and community members. The P&C meets regularly to contribute to decision-making, developing policies and management plans as well as fundraising.