31st October 2025
IMPORTANT DATES
- 3rd November - Year 1 and Year 4 Swimming
- 4th November- Prep Scrubby Creek excursion
- 5th November - Year 1 and Year 4 Swimming
- 7th November at 9.15am - Whole school parade
- 13th November 9am - 11am - Get set for prep
- 20th November 9am - 11am - Get set for prep
- 27th November 2pm - 3pm - Get set for prep
- 28th November 5pm - 6.30-pm - P & C Christmas concert
- 4th of December - Browns Plains High School Transition Day
- 9th of December - Academic Awards Ceremony
- 11th of December - 1.30pm - 3pm - Year 6 Graduation
- 12th of December - Last day of Term 4
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Over the past two weeks, our school has been buzzing with activity from camp adventures and our wonderful music concert to the Year 1 fire service visit and personal safety sessions led by the school-based police officers. Today we also recognised two important events: Day for Daniel and World Teachers’ Day. Both of these are powerful reminders of safety, care and appreciation.
Every day of learning counts, and we sincerely thank our families for your ongoing support in ensuring students arrive at school on time, ready to learn and eager to take part in all that our vibrant school community offers.
World Teachers’ Day – Celebrating Our Amazing Staff
Today we celebrate our amazing teachers! We thank our staff for all they do to support all students to reach their full potential. This commitment makes our school such a special place to learner and grow each day.
School Opinion Survey
Thank you to everyone who completed our 2025 School Opinion Survey. The attached infographic highlights some of the most positive results from each group, reflecting the strong learning culture and positive environment that make Wondall such a great place to learn and work.
These results will help guide our school improvement work as we move into 2026. We always value feedback and suggestions - you can share these via admin@brownsplainsss.eq.edu.au, by phoning 3809 6222.
Preparation for 2026
Planning for the 2026 school year is well underway. At this time of year, our teaching team works carefully to prepare class structures and staffing based on projected enrolments. A range of factors are considered in this process, including class sizes, student needs, ability balance, and maintaining positive learning and social groupings. To support us with planning for 2026 we ask that you complete the survey sent via text as soon as possible.
Pamela Kondys
Principal
FROM THE DEPUTY
Students of the Week
Congratulations to this week’s “Students of the Week”. Thank you for always learning, always being safe and always being respectful. You make Browns Plains SS a better place to be. Well done!
Number Facts Champions of the Week
This term, our Year 1 and 2 students are practising hard to become the winning class in our weekly number facts competition. We are seeing our students being fast and accurate while also working hard to show great sportsmanship to support each other.
2026 Get Set for Prep Transition Days are Starting Soon!!
Enrolment are now being held for Prep students for 2026
If you have a child born between July 1st, 2020 and June 30th, 2021, enrolment and preparation will help with a smooth transition to school.
How can you support a comfortable and confident start to school in 2026 for your child?
- Collect an enrolment pack from the office
- Book your interview time
- Attend our GET SET FOR PREP transition days beginning in Term 4 and to be held on Thursday, November 13, 20 and 27.
Join the Jellybean Playgroup each Wednesdays – 9:00-10:45 am to meet other students and develop confidence in the school setting
Please contact the office for any questions and to book a time for your enrolment interview.
Enrolment packs are now available from the office. Book your interview today as places will fill quickly!
Leesa Warwick
Deputy Principal
FROM THE DEPUTY
Thank You to Our Amazing Camp Staff
What an incredible experience our Year 6 students had on camp! A heartfelt thank you goes to the dedicated teachers who attended — without your time, energy, and care, this opportunity simply wouldn’t be possible. Camps are such a valuable part of schooling, allowing students and staff to strengthen their connections, build resilience, and create lasting memories together. These experiences also help our students develop strong foundations within their peer groups as they prepare to transition into high school.
A huge thank you also goes to the staff and Principal at Runaway Bay Sport and Leadership Excellence Centre for their outstanding organisation, hospitality, and commitment to supporting the development and wellbeing of our learners.
Swimming Program
Swimming lessons for Year 1 and Year 4 will take place on Monday, 3 November and Wednesday, 5 November. Please ensure your child arrives at school on time, as the bus will need to depart promptly at the scheduled time.
AFL Skills Sessions
From Week 5 to Week 9, a qualified AFL Coach will visit our school to work with Year 4 and 5 students, helping them develop and refine their ball skills. These fun and engaging sessions will be held during first break on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Year 6 High School Transition Day
Our Year 6 students will attend their Browns Plains State High School Transition Day on Thursday, 4 November. Permission forms will be sent home in Week 5. Families are reminded to ensure their child is enrolled prior to the day to assist with planning and organisation.
World Teachers’ Day – Friday, 31 October
Today we celebrate World Teachers’ Day, a special opportunity to recognise the incredible dedication and commitment of our teachers and staff. Each day, they work tirelessly to improve student outcomes, nurture curiosity, and build strong, supportive relationships with both students and families.
I thank all our staff for the care, creativity, and passion they bring to our school community — their impact reaches far beyond the classroom.
As Helen Keller once said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” Today we acknowledge that it is through working together — teachers, students, and families — that we achieve the greatest success.
Theresa Kooyman
Deputy Principal
FROM THE HEAD OF DEPT- STUDENT SERVICES
Day for Daniel
On Friday the 31st October we participated in Day for Daniel by wearing red. Last Friday students engaged in safety presentations delivered by the Logan School Based Police Officers.
Attendance
Attendance Champions – Term 4 Week 2 – 3
A big congratulations to our classes who achieved the Best Attendance and Most Improved Attendance for the Week 3 and Week 4. Your commitment to being at school every day shows how much you value learning and being part of our school community. Keep up the fantastic effort! Every day counts!
Celebrating Great Attendance for Term 3
Congratulations to our Term 3 Best and Most Improved Attendance classes
1C Prep A 6A 6B
To celebrate their fantastic effort in coming to school each day, these classes enjoyed a well-deserved pizza party!
Regular attendance plays a big part in helping students learn, build friendships, and feel part of the school community. We’re so proud of the positive habits our students are building and we can’t wait to see which classes earn the next pizza party in Term 4.
School refusal
Regular attendance is vital for your child’s learning and wellbeing. If your child is finding it difficult to attend school or is showing signs of school refusal, please reach out early for support.
Our Head of Student Services and Engagement Team are here to help work through any challenges and develop strategies to support your child’s attendance and engagement.
Together, we can help every student feel confident and connected at school.
Please ensure your children are at school every day if they are well. If your child is absent from school, provide a reason for their absence using one of the methods listed below.
- Phone: 07 3809 6222
- Reply to the text message sent by the school on the day of your child’s absence
- Return the Unexplained Absence letter with a reason and signature
Unexplained Absence letters are generated and distributed to students each fortnight. These letters provide dates of your child’s absences which have not already been explained. If you receive one please fill in the reason/s for your child's absence/s, sign and have your child return it to their class teacher. Please work with us to reduce the number of unexplained absences in 2025!
Lost Property
Our Lost Property bin is located outside the Wellbeing Hub and is currently overflowing with jumpers and other assorted items. The Wellbeing Hub is located to the right of the administration building if you are walking down from the front gate. This bin is sorted through regularly and items with names on them are returned to students’ teachers to give back. If you are missing anything at the moment, pop in and have a look
Lost Property
Our Lost Property bin is located outside the Wellbeing Hub and is currently overflowing with jumpers and other assorted items. The Wellbeing Hub is located to the right of the administration building if you are walking down from the front gate. This bin is sorted through regularly and items with names on them are returned to students’ teachers to give back. If you are missing anything at the moment, pop in and have a look.
Jess Galbraith,
HOD-Student Services
FROM THE WELLBEING HUB
This fortnight in PBL, our learners have been focusing on dealing with problems appropriately by reporting to an adult. Reporting a problem is the final step of the High 5 Strategy and is a vital part of responding to inappropriate behaviour. As a parent or carer, you can check in with your child and ask the following questions to support:
- What kinds of problems might you need to report to a teacher or adult at school?
- Who are some safe adults you can go to if you have a problem?
- How do you know when it’s the right time to report something instead of trying to handle it yourself?
By reporting problems to adults, our learners are Always Safe, Learning and Respectful!
FROM THE SOCIAL WORKER
Triple P Parenting 2nd Seminar
Every parent wants their child to grow up feeling confident, capable and ready to take on life’s challenges. But confidence doesn’t appear overnight, its built through everyday experiences, encouragement, and the development of key life skills.
In the next Triple P Seminar, Raising Confident, Capable Children, parents will explore the building blocks that help children thrive. You’ll discover simple, practical ways to help your child:
- Show respect and consideration for others
- Develop good communication and social skills
- Build healthy self-esteem
- Become independent and responsible
- Learn to be a good problem solver
When children develop these important skills, they’re more likely to get along well with others, feel good about themselves, and handle challenges with confidence. This session will give you positive, research backed strategies you can start using right away to support your child.
When: 29th October at 9am or 5th November at 1.30pm
Who: All parents and carers are welcome
Khushboo Fetter
Social Worker
P&C NEWS
TUCKSHOP NEWS
ADMINISTRATION NEWS
HAVE YOU REGISTERED FOR Q-PARENTS YET?
Thank you to the families who have registered for Q-Parents. From Term 3 2025, all consents for school related forms, for examples, excursion consent forms and student resource scheme participation agreement, will be done through QParents, no hardcopies will be given to families. If you have not registered for QParents please register ASAP.
QParents is a free and secure online application that enables Queensland state schools to provide parents with digital access to various student data and administrative functions, including:
- view upcoming events
- access and provide digital consent
- view and update attendance details (including future absences)
- view and pay invoices
- access payment history
- access report cards
- access enrolment history.
If you are having issues with uploading your ID when registering, please email your documents to admin@brownsplainsss.eq.edu.au
Contact details
- There are times when we may need to contact parents and carers. Do we have your most up to date contact details? If not, please contact the school on 3809 6222 or admin@brownsplainsss.eq.edu.au so we can update our records. These details include parent/carer’s name, address, phone numbers, email address and emergency contact details. Please remember to contact the school if any of these details change.
Absence notification process
- Please remember to call the school on 3809 6222 or email at admin@brownsplainsss.eq.edu.au early in the morning if your child is going to be away or late for school so your child’s absence can be recorded correctly.
Same day notification
- Our school will contact parents as soon as practicable on the day if a student is not at school and we don’t know why. If you are advised by the school that your child is away without a reason, please contact us as soon as possible by 3809 6222 to let us know where your child is. We will follow-up with parents if no response is received.
FINANCE NEWS
Payment Options Available:-
BPoint
Visit:- www.bpoint.com.au/payments/dete and complete steps CRN can be found at the bottom of your statement.
Eftpos
Finance Window open Wednesday and Thursday 8am -10.00am.
CONTACT DETAILS
It is important that your contact details are up to date. This can be overlooked sometimes but can be easily updated on our website.
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