A sea of orange and children’s national costumes started the day off with excitement. Classes were given the opportunity to view a video about Harmony Day and found different ways to celebrate it. Junior Primary classes coming into the library… Continue Reading →
Our reception students have settled in beautifully at Unley Primary School. They are engaging with the Zones of Regulation framework, learning to understand and manage their emotions, which enhances their social interactions. Making new friends, they practice sharing and cooperation,… Continue Reading →
We are excited to invite you to join us in celebrating National Ride 2 School Day on March 21st from 8:00 – 9:00 am on Campus 1. This special community morning encourages everyone to make their way to school using a… Continue Reading →
Unley Primary School benefits from a rich variety of cultural backgrounds. On Thursday the 20th of March, Unley Primary School will celebrate Harmony Day and the diversity of our students and families. It is about community participation, inclusiveness, celebrating diversity,… Continue Reading →
Last week our whole school joined in Schools Clean Up Day and worked together to clean up our school grounds and surrounding streets. Over the past 35 years this event has changed the way Australians think about litter and how… Continue Reading →
Our Autumn Working Bee is coming up on Sunday 23 March (9.30am – 12.00pm), and we’d love your help. We’re trying a Sunday morning to avoid clashes with school sport, and we’re hoping for a great turnout of helpers. Even… Continue Reading →
In Year 1 we’ve been exploring numbers to 120 using a variety of hands-on tasks. Together we created a giant number chart and made some clever observations, such as “I notice all of these numbers start with a 3,” and… Continue Reading →
At Unley Primary School, our teachers recently participated in a “Techie Brekkie” focused on the Frog communication platform. Led by our teacher-leader, Dale O’Connor, the session helped us understand how to use Frog for better communication and collaboration. We appreciated… Continue Reading →
Student free days provide valuable opportunities for teachers and support staff to engage in professional learning and collaboration. This year, we will develop our collective expertise in key school priorities, including promoting Learner Agency and developing our teaching and assessment… Continue Reading →
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Maths Breakfast, which will take place on Wednesday 12th March at 8:15am-9:00am in Unley Primary School Sport Arts Centre. This event is a fantastic opportunity to engage with your child’s learning, explore the… Continue Reading →
On Thursday 20th February we were lucky to have a visit from the Band of the SA Police. The 9 players performed a variety of fun songs to entertain us. We learnt about the different instruments in the band including the… Continue Reading →
Big things are happening in the Science building on Campus 2, where students are working with Mrs Doull and Mrs Alchin to inquire into topics focussed on Earth & Space Sciences in Term 1 – considering Earth’s place in space,… Continue Reading →
We’ve had a great start to the school year and welcomed our brand-new reception children. It has been great getting to know you and your families, and to be part of the start of your primary school learning journeys. As part… Continue Reading →
We’re excited to kick start the term with you at our annual Pancake Breakfast. This morning is about building on our strong sense of community at UPS. Join us for conversations with fellow school families, teachers and staff. Whether you’re… Continue Reading →
Please join us on Tuesday night to meet your child’s teachers, followed by the AGM in the library.
In late 2024, our school community got to know members of the UPS leadership team (see here if you missed that post). We’ve now asked the same questions of Principal Amy Reid. We hope it’s a good opportunity for new… Continue Reading →
We are overwhelmed by the generosity of our Unley Primary School community. Thanks to your incredible support for the Salvation Army Christmas Appeal, we have been able to spread joy and hope to even more families this festive season. Your… Continue Reading →
On the 6th of December, two of our house captains, Henry Poskett and Archie Walch opened Unley Primary School’s Sports Assembly. We reflected how we are lucky to have children’s parents and caregivers driving children to sporting venues while supporting… Continue Reading →
For the first time ever, Year 6 students were invited to a Beach Volleyball day, to be played at Glenelg, the host venue for the 2025 Beach Volleyball World Champs. Unley took 2 teams, 1 girls team and 1 boys team. Both teams… Continue Reading →
Our Celebration Night is an annual event which is highly anticipated by our school community. Classes have the opportunity to perform items as their year together draws to a close. We also look forward to hearing from our Graduating Year… Continue Reading →
Against the backdrop of the Unley Soldiers’ Memorial Gardens, all four of our upper primary classes recently joined members of the Unley community to participate in the Remembrance Day service. Representing our school, Emily laid a wreath hand crafted by… Continue Reading →
On Thursday and Friday of Week 5, ten choir students spent two days with Mrs Marshall in a recording studio in Norwood. The group recorded 2 songs for the 2025 Festival of Music. The songs will be used as a… Continue Reading →
We have finalised the UPS leadership team for the 2025 school year and beyond, and we’re thrilled that all three of our leadership roles will be filled by experienced, passionate teachers and leaders – Belinda, Daniel and Lauren – who… Continue Reading →
It has been a long-standing tradition for the children of Unley Primary School to donate grocery items to give to those in need at Christmas time. The donations are presented to representatives from the Unley Salvation Army as part of… Continue Reading →