ELC, Term 1 Week 8 2026

Thank you for your thoughtful participation in our learning conferences this week. It has been a joy connecting with you, celebrating each child’s growth, and planning together for their next steps. We look forward to welcoming the families we will see tomorrow and continuing these rich conversations.

Research consistently shows that active parental involvement in a child’s education is strongly linked with positive long‑term outcomes, supporting children not only throughout their schooling but well into adulthood. Your engagement truly makes a difference.

“Partnerships with families are based on understanding each other’s expectations and attitudes, and building on the strength of each other’s knowledge.” EYLF

This spirit of partnership is at the heart of everything we do. Thank you for walking alongside us in your child’s learning journey.

Kimberly McMahon
Head of Early Childhood Education and Care

Learning Conferences to be held in ELC classrooms

Learning Conferences for all students from ELC to Year 12 will be held in Week 7 and 8 as follows:

All sessions will run from 4.00pm – 6.00pm and 6.30pm – 8.30pm

The conferences will provide a valuable opportunity for teachers, parents and students to reflect on student progress to date and inform the direction and approach to teaching and learning moving forward. As meaningful feedback is key in ensuring students are successful both academically and personally, students are encouraged to attend the conferences with their parents.

If you have any queries, please contact Chloe Moir, 8216 5566, chloe.moir@pulteney.sa.edu.au

Our teachers look forward to meeting with you and your child and strengthening the learning partnership between school and home.

Nadia Maglica
Director of Teaching and Learning

Volunteers at Yartangka

We are seeking volunteers to join us at Yartangka. It is a great way to experience this time outdoors with your child and the benefits it offers for all children. A Working with Children Check is required and completion of RRHAN training for volunteers. If you are interested and have time available, we would love to hear from you.

Jenny Brozel
jenny.brozel@pulteney.sa.edu.au

ELC Autumn Holiday Program

In consultation with the children, the ELC Educator Team has designed an exciting program for the break. The program can been seen HERE.

Bookings will close on Monday 23 March, please email elc@pulteney.sa.edu.au with your required days. As our staffing is based on confirmed bookings, we are unable to guarantee care for children who have not been booked in advance. If you arrive without a booking, we may need to ask that you make alternative arrangements and take your child home. We appreciate your understanding and support in helping us plan appropriately for all children in our care.

Key Details
Dates: Tuesday 7 to Friday 17 April 2026
Closure Dates: Monday 6 April 2026 and Monday 20 April 2026 for Easter Monday Public Holiday and staff training.  Families will not be charged for public holidays during school holiday periods or for ELC closure days
Opening Hours: 7.30am – 6.00pm
Location: ELC Tainmunta and Yulti classrooms
Rate: $137.00 per day (includes early drop off from 7.30am and late pick up before 6.00pm)
No minimum attendance: Book for as many or as few days as you need!

Important Information:
Booking Requests: Please email your booking requests to elc@pulteney.sa.edu.au by Monday 23 March 2026.
Term Bookings: Children’s regular term-time bookings will be paused with no charge during the holiday program.
Return Date: Term 2 begins on Tuesday 21 April 2026. We look forward to providing your children with an enjoyable holiday care experience.

Thank you for your support,

ELC Individual Photographs

• Date:  24 and 25 March 2026
• Time: All day
• Location: Kurrajong Inparilla Courtyard

Stay and Play

We warmly invite you to our Term 1 Easter Stay and Play

• Date:  31 March 2026
• Time: 8.30am – 9.30am
• Location: ELC Classrooms

Kimberly McMahon
Head of Early Childhood Education and Care