General questions about AMPS
What are the bell times?
Our school days runs from 8:50am – 3:15pm
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8:55am: First bell rings for students to enter classrooms
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9:00am – 11:00am: Class time
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11:00am – 11:30am Morning recess
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11:30am – 1:15pm Class time
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1:15pm – 1:30pm Walking Club
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1:30pm – 1:45pm Eat Lunch in classroom
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1:45pm – 2:15pm Outside playtime in playground
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2:15pm – 3:15pm Class time
What is the grade structure across the school?
We currently have two straight Prep classes, five composite Grade 1/2, three composite Grade 3/4 classes, and four Grade 5/6 classes. The make-up of the classes may change from year to year depending on student numbers.
Do you have open plan classrooms?
We have single classrooms across all year levels throughout the school.
Does the school assign homework?
We believe that homework tasks assist students by complementing and reinforcing learning that is occurring within the classroom. It also assists in the development of life-long learning, study skills and work habits. At the Prep year level we encourage good reading habits by reading daily.
How do you care for the health of our children?
At Altona Meadows Primary School the teaching staff and most education support staff are trained in First Aid at Level 2. All staff have a current accreditation in Asthma Management, Epilepsy, and Anaphylaxis Management. If required students have access to first aid throughout the day and are cared for by our trained staff. We are also fortunate to have a teacher (Reachel Armstrong) who is a registered nurse who can be relied on for help as well.
Do you run before and after school care, or vacation care?
Yes, AMPS has partnered with Camp Australia, the leading provider for Before and After School Care. Camp Australia runs their program from our Hall, next to the front office. To attend Care Australia children need to be enrolled before attending. Bookings are made via website or contact number.
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Hours:
Before Care: 07:00 AM – 08:45 AM
After Care: 03:15 PM – 06:00 PM
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Contact: 1300 105 343
Do you have a buddy program?
Our very successful Prep-Grade 6 buddy program provides many opportunities for all students in these year levels. It allows our students to develop and form strong connections with our Grade 6 students who often help and support the Prep students with playground transition. It also gives our Grade 6 students the chance to show leadership, demonstrate AMPS' core values and be positive role models to our junior students. The Prep Buddy program runs weekly and incorporates many fun and hands-on activities to promote friendship and inclusion between all at AMPS.
Am I able to volunteer at AMPS?
Volunteers are an integral part of Altona Meadows Primary School. We extend our gratitude to those who have assisted and those who continue to be active members of our school community. They are very much appreciated and any new parents wishing to join are warmly welcomed.
Our volunteers contribute in many ways at AMPS, including assisting with supervision of students in educational programs (including the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program), preparing food for our Breakfast Club and Fresh Fruit Friday programs, maintaining our school grounds, operating our canteen and through various fundraising efforts.
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AMPS encourages parents, carers and members of our community to assist at our school. Please note that all AMPS volunteers require a current and valid Working With Children Check (WWCC), triple COVID vaccination, along with a signed Child Safe Code of Conduct Agreement.
What camps do you run?
Years 3 and 4 one night sleep over at school
Year 5 and 6 three days two nights – Alternating years between the beach and the bush – Beach camp at Queenscliff and bush camp to Kyneton.
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Do you have a swimming program?
Yes, we offer a whole school warm-water swimming program. This is held across 2 weeks in Term 3 and it is run by Bayfit Aquatic Centre in Altona North. The swimming lessons are held during the school day and are 45 minutes in duration, with an instructor/student ratio of around 1:8. Classes attend this program in single class groupings. We encourage all students to attend the swimming program.
There is an associated fee for participation in the swimming program.
Do you have a school canteen?
Yes we do, however our canteen is currently closed for the 2022 school year. We offer online lunch ordering through Classroom Cuisine. We hope to have our canteen back up and running for the 2023 school year.
Do students have to wear a school uniform?
The school uniform for students at AMPS is yellow and navy blue. AMPS uniform is compulsory. Students are required to wear their uniform every day, parents/carers will need to purchase sufficient uniform items to ensure this.
Where can I get a school uniform?
Our uniform is available for purchase from State School’s Relief.
Please download the Qkr! App from the App Store of Google Play and then follow the prompts.
On this app you will find a full listing of our uniform along with prices.
If you need assistance, please make contact with our friendly office team or State School’s Relief
P: 03 8769 8400
How do I enrol my child at Altona Meadows Primary School?
Please complete and submit a Student Enrolment Form to the school office. When submitting your enrolment form, also attach:
• Your child’s Birth Certificate
• Your child’s Immunisation Certificate/Record
To facilitate the planning of 2023 classes, we request that enrolment forms are submitted ASAP please.