Celebrating Killarney Heights Public School As Best Choice for Your Child

At tonight's Kindergarten information evening, we will be sharing why Killarney Heights Public School (KHPS) stands out as an exceptional school that goes beyond only academic learning. At KHPS, we foster a vibrant community where students, educators, and families unite to promote growth and success, built on a foundation of trust and respect where every voice is valued. With an impressive 94% of parents declaring KHPS as their first choice school, it’s clear we offer something truly special.

At KHPS, our commitment to inclusivity ensures that each child, including those from diverse language backgrounds, receives personalised support to thrive both academically and socially. Our award-winning French/English bilingual program is a highlight, recognised internationally and designed to enhance your child's linguistic skills and cultural understanding.

We are unwavering in our focus on academic excellence, with dedicated educators who inspire students daily, equipping them with critical thinking, creativity, and emotional intelligence—essential skills for navigating the complexities of the future.

We prioritise student well-being, with a remarkable attendance rate of 93.3%, fostering a sense of belonging and engagement. Our strong community connections ensure that education is a partnership, providing comprehensive support for your child both at school and home.

KHPS is dedicated to innovation and continuous professional learning, ensuring our staff are equipped to guide your child's development effectively.

In summary, Killarney Heights Public School embodies the essence of a great school in New South Wales. By choosing KHPS, you grant your child the opportunity to flourish in a nurturing environment that prioritises academic excellence and prepares them for success.

As a result of our success, enrolments for next year's Kindergarten intake are filling up fast! Contact us today to secure your child's place for Kindergarten 2026 and embark or continue on an incredible educational journey together!

Yours in Education,

Gillian Tegg

Principal

I am very proud of the following students who have achieved recognition for their ability to consistently display learning behaviour that follows KHPS expectations of respect, responsibility and success. Congratulations to Laure, Macauley and Charlie for your efforts and achievement.

Congratulations also to KHPS student Brian who recently had the opportunity to represent our school and district as part of the Sydney North Basketball team. 

Congratulations to Brian and the team who went all the way to become state champions! What great news and a proud moment for our school. 

Poetry Recitation Competition

We’re already in Week 5, and many students already know their poems by heart — well done! The selection will be a tough one!

Revision videos

To help with revision, the Teachers of French have ensured that all poems are available as a video including text and a neutral voice for pronunciation. Students can then add their own expression and flair to the delivery.

Practice for English First students

The LOTE teachers are pleased to offer dedicated poetry rehearsal sessions for English First students. We encourage all students to take this opportunity to practise and build confidence ahead of their class selections.

• Kindy & Stage 1 students:

Tuesday 27 during recess — with Mme Bacchi in the LOTE classroom

• Stages 2 & 3:

Thursday 29 during recess — with Mr Gold in the LOTE classroom

Presenting in class

• Kindy to Year 2:

The recitations will take place in class during News time in Week 5 & 6 or during LOTE in Week 6 (Kindy)

• Years 3 to 6:

The recitations will take place during LOTE in Week 6, and a winner will be selected to participate in the finals held in Week 7.  

Year finalists: In week 10, finalists will be awarded certificates at the conclusion of the Assembly.

Poetry Illustration

Students are encouraged to illustrate their poem and submit their artwork to their Teacher of French by the end of Week 7. A winning illustration will be chosen for each year, and all illustrations will be displayed on the hall walls for the end of Term 2! 

Teachers are lifelong learners

All Teachers of French participated in an all-day training session with the Department of Education last Friday. They touched on extending existing strategies for providing differentiation in language classrooms, explicit teaching in practice, and a practical session about fostering interaction in language learning. Our teachers are now actively applying these new insights in their classrooms to enhance student learning.

Kindy 2026 FANS French Bilingual Program Enrolments Now Open

Kindy enrolments for the 2026 school year in the FANS French Bilingual Program are now open. Whether you're seeking a place in the Francophone or Anglophone stream, you're warmly invited to apply during the enrolment period, which is open until 31 August 2025. 

The application process remains the same as in previous years:

• Log in to your FANS Parents Portal
• Create an Application of Enrolment
• Add a new child
• Select either the 2026 Francophone Stream or 2026 Anglophone Stream of the Bilingual Program
• Submit your application

• You also need to enrol your child with KHPS

We will contact you shortly after to confirm your child’s enrolment in the FANS bilingual program.

Enrol Now

School Tour - Tuesday 27 May

KHPS is hosting a Kindy 2026 Parent Info Evening in the Hall for parents this evening at 6:00pm, as well as a school tour open morning tomorrow, Tuesday 27 May at 9:30am at the school office (Tralee Ave gate).

Families are welcome to come learn more about our unique school, including the many extracurricular options, music programs, learning opportunities, sports activities, and how the FANS French bilingual program integrates within the school.

All 2026 Kindy parents are welcome to attend, and please help spread the word amongst local families.

Overdue Invoices

Thank you to the families who are up to date with bilingual program invoices.

As per the automated reminder emails, overdue invoices will soon incur late fees.

We kindly remind you that the timely payment of bilingual program fees is essential to the smooth operation of our program. As a not-for-profit association, FANS relies on these fees to meet our core commitments—most importantly, paying our dedicated teachers who bring the bilingual experience to life for your children.

Maintaining steady cash flow ensures we can continue delivering high-quality education and plan effectively for the year ahead. We deeply appreciate your ongoing support and understanding in helping us remain financially sustainable and strong. Thank you for making prompt payment by bank transfer, or please contact the FANS office to confidentially discuss payment plan options.

Best regards,

Anne Bentley
GM FANS

KHPS really got into the spirit of Crazy Hair Day to support the Leukemia Foundation. Check out some crazy hairstyles below. 

Sarah Rathmell 
WGS & Crazy Hair Day Coordinator

Athletics Carnival Update

On Thursday 5th June, we will hold the catch-up discus events for the 11 Year Boys' and Junior Girls at school (Junior boys was completed on the day).

This will take place at the start of eating time. 

All other events have been completed. Once these are finalised, we will publish the results and hand out the ribbons. 

Sport Celebrations

Over the course of 13th to 15th May, Brian represented the Sydney North team at the NSWPSSA Basketball Championships held at Minto Sports Centre. The team performed exceptionally well, winning all their pool games and showcasing their skills on the court. In the semi-final, they faced off against McKillop and secured a solid victory, which propelled them into the final match. In a thrilling championship game, the Sydney North team triumphed over CIS with a score of 53-45, clinching the championship title and demonstrating their hard work and dedication throughout the tournament.

KHPS are incredibly proud of Brian and the team. A fantastic effort.

Xander, very excitingly has been announced as part of the Sydney North PSSA Rugby team! We wish Xander and the team the best of luck.

Anna Jarvis
Sports Coordinator

Kids' Lit Quiz

Overdue library books

Beginner Strings

Well done to all the Beginner Strings students that attended their first group rehearsal at lunchtime on Friday. We had 18 violinists, 2 violists and 5 cellists together in the PAS to rehearse the Open String Symphony for the first time as a full ensemble conducted by Suna F. The students are preparing to play at the Northern Beaches Instrumental Festival on Saturday 31 May. Thank you to the parent helpers that volunteered to come in at lunchtime and assist the Beginner Strings. Thank you to all the students for coming along at lunchtime and putting in the effort to build your ensemble skills. We are looking forward to hearing you perform together at your first event on Saturday.

Strings Dates

Bach Ensemble:

KHPS Assembly

Term 2 Week 5 Friday 30 May

Please note the Bach Ensemble performance time at NBIF has changed for this Saturday. NEW TIME: Arrive 2:30pm for the 3:00pm Session.

All Strings:

Northern Beaches Instrumental Festival

Saturday 31 May

St Luke's Grammar, Dee Why

• Session 1: 9:30am
  Amadeus arrive 9:00am
  
  
• Session 2: 11:00am
  Beginners arrive 10:30am
  
  
• Session 4: 3:00pm
  Bach and Corelli arrive 2:30pm
  
  

Please note the new time for the Bach Ensemble. All Strings Sessions will be held at St Luke’s Grammar Dee Why. This is a change of venue for those that have attended the NBIF Strings Sessions in previous years so please take note.

All students please arrive 30 minutes before your session time to meet the conductor and tune instruments. You can RSVP via the polls on the Strings group chats. Please let your conductor or group coordinator know as soon as possible if your child cannot attend this festival.

KHPS Strings Committee 

World Music Day

Sunday 22 June, 10am - 4pm

It’s time to get musical! The 4^th annual World Music Day at KHPS event is hosted by the school, with the help of the P&C and FANS.

Come applaud the performances by the school’s talented bands, beautiful choirs, and superb strings ensembles. Stay for the delicious fresh food stalls, including a sausage sizzle, bake sale, gourmet sandwiches, raclette toasties, homemade soups, barista coffee, as well as fairy floss and children’s games.

To grow this year’s event, the school will be welcoming other bands, strings and choirs from across the Northern Beaches and North Shore to create an even more musical day! 

Fundraising Event

This is a fundraising event for the P&C-run music programs and for the FANS Bilingual Program. To make this a successful day, a team of volunteers are needed to help run the food & drink stalls, music stages, children’s games, and help set-up and pack down.

Please look at the World Music Day sign-up to choose the time and task that suits you. Join the team!

World Music Day Volunteer Sign-up

FANS Social & Events Committee

P&C Meeting Term 2 – 2025

Our Term 2 P&C meeting will be held on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 at 7:00 PM.

You’re warmly invited to join us in person at the Teacher’s Office at school, or online via Zoom:

Zoom Link

Password: 206770

P&C meetings are a great opportunity to stay connected, get involved, and play a role in shaping our school community. By joining us, you can:

✅ Hear updates on school projects and planning

✅ Contribute to discussions and share your ideas

✅ Learn more about key school decisions and policies

✅ Connect with other parents and carers

Whether you’re new to KHPS or a regular at our meetings, your presence is valued and appreciated.

If you’d like to vote on any matters during this meeting or future P&C meetings in 2025, a $2 annual membership fee is required in advance.

Payment details:

BSB: 032-090

Account: 384963

Reference: Your Name

Email proof of payment to: secretary@khps-pc.com.au

We hope to see many of you there—your involvement truly makes a difference.

P&C Executive Committee