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KB Transition Visit KB Transition Visit KB Transition Visit 21 May 2026 at 4:00:00 am Anchor 1 BACK

Students in the Football Academy team and the Year Six netball team will be taking part in the Eagles and Fever Cup Eagles / Fever Cup Students in the Football Academy team and the Year Six netball team will be taking part in the Eagles and Fever Cup 22 May 2026 at 2:00:00 am Students in the Football Academy team and the Year Six netball team will be taking part in the Eagles and Fever Cup Anchor 1 BACK

O'Connor Primary School is located in Kalgoorlie-Boulder and features a well appointed library, undercover area and canteen. Specialist teaching programs are provided in the areas of Science, Physical Education, the Arts, Humanities and Languages (Mandarin). FRIENDSHIP LIFE IS BETTER WITH FRIENDS O'Connor Primary School Enrolments Booklists Canteen Orders Absentees Parent Notes Latest News KB Transition Visit 21 May 2026 KB Transition Visit Eagles / Fever Cup 22 May 2026 Students in the Football Academy team and the Year Six netball team will be taking part in the Eagles and Fever Cup Students in the Football Academy team and the Year Six netball team will be taking part in the Eagles and Fever Cup Reconciliation Week 25 May 2026 National Reconciliation Week is a time for all of us to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements. Classes may be taking part in activities related to National Reconciliation Week. They may be exploring how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Term Dates & Lesson Times Bell Times Morning | 8:30am Period 1 8:50am - 9:50am Period 2 9:50am - 10:50am Recess Break | 10:50am Period 3 11:05am - 12:05pm Lunch Break | 12:05pm Period 4 12:35pm - 1:35pm Afternoon Break | 1:35pm Period 5 1:50pm - 2:50pm Home Time | 2:50pm Term Dates Semester 1 Term One Mon 2nd February Thu 2nd April Break Fri 3rd April Sun 19th April Term Two Mon 20th April Fri 3rd July Break Sunday 4th July Mon 20th July Semester 2 Term Three Tue 21st July Fri 25th September Break Sat 26th September Mon 12th October Term Four Tue 13th October Thu 17th December

Swimming lessons for selected classes of students will be starting on Tuesday 5th May through to Friday 15th May. Students will be participating in nine lessons over a two week period. Please keep an eye on Compass, Facebook and our website for more details, as they become available. Swimming Lessons - Group 2 Swimming lessons for selected classes of students will be starting on Tuesday 5th May through to Friday 15th May. Students will be participating in nine lessons over a two week period. Please keep an eye on Compass, Facebook and our website for more details, as they become available. 5 May 2026 at 1:00:00 am Anchor 1 BACK

O'Connor Primary is exceptionally lucky to have  a number of experienced staff. The main role of Teaching and Learning Leaders is to support teachers in the classroom and assist with the teaching and learning programs. TaLLs Teaching & Learning Leaders O'Connor Primary is exceptionally lucky to have a number of experienced staff. The main role of Teaching and Learning Leaders is to support teachers in the classroom and assist with the teaching and learning programs. Mrs Tamara Ferguson Ms Hayley Burston "To me, strong relationships are at the heart of meaningful learning. By fostering trust, respect, and responsibility, I empower students to grow academically and personally within a supportive community." "They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel." - Carl W. Buehner BACK

Specialists Specialist Areas O'Connor Primary is well equipped to provide a range of specialist learning areas for our students. The specialist classes compliment the classroom activities while providing targeted and dedicated learning in a specific area. Please see the links below for more detail. Health Science Languages Technologies Phys Ed The Arts BACK

The leadership team at O'Connor Primary School consists of the principal and three deputies. Our Administration Team Admin Team Principal's Message Mr Damien Dickinson "Spend each day trying to be a little wiser than you were when you woke up." - Charlie Munger O'Connor Primary School is a friendly school that values the support and participation of the school community. The staff are dedicated and enthusiastic in their endeavour to ensure the best outcomes possible for every student. This is epitomised in the school motto 'Friendship and Achievement'. This is also incorporated into our values acronym “FAIR” – Friendship, Achievement, Inclusion and Respect. Being O’Connor FAIR is a focus when talking to students about behaviour and responsibility. O’Connor PS has been operating since 1996 and we are proudly an Independent Public School. As a staff, we pride ourselves in the development of the whole child through the diversity of our programs, enthusiasm of our staff and support of our community. Our staff aim to make a difference by encouraging excellence and supporting the whole child. Our classrooms are vibrant with modern technology to make learning exciting and challenging. Working together with families we can achieve success. At school, we build on the foundation laid by parents and we encourage parents and carers to become actively involved in school life. A strong partnership between home and school is essential to maximise each child’s opportunities and growth. Welcome to our school. Principal Deputies & School Context Deputy Vision O’Connor Primary School supports an inclusive learning environment which fosters our school motto of “Friendship & Achievement”. We nurture students academically, emotionally and socially by respecting individual cultural differences and supporting all to reach their potential. Mrs Carmen Gallagher "Every child has a different learning style and pace. Each child is unique, not only capable of learning but also capable of succeeding." - Robert John Meehan Beliefs We believe in: Establishing a safe, caring and inclusive environment relevant to all needs. Delivering high quality teaching and learning programs through engagement, explicit and inclusive teaching strategies in line with school and School Curriculum & Standards Authority direction. Establishing high expectations of behaviour and achievement through reflection, target setting and individual/group development. Building strong links with the community through proactive promotion of the school and the inclusive practices displayed. Staff having an understanding of teaching that links curriculum, assessment and student engagement through self-reflection and appropriate support. Mr Hamish Arnold "Every child deserves a champion: an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists they become the best they can possibly be." - Rita Pierson Deputy Ms Belinda Morris "It is vital that when educating our children's brains, that we do not neglect to educate their hearts." - Dalai Lama Values Staff and students display the school values by modelling appropriate actions to others: F riendship ... We believe all are able to develop social skills and display values that promote friendship and appropriate relationships with others. A chievement ... We believe all children are capable of achieving their personal best through encouragement and support. I nclusion ... We believe we have an obligation to be inclusive of all. R espect ... We believe all members of society should show respect to others and their surroundings. Deputy BACK

Classrooms Early Kindergarten EC 5 | Echidnas EC 4 | Goannas EC 4 | Kangaroos EC 6 | Joeys EC 6 | Emus Pre-Primary EC 1 EC 2 EC 3 EC 4 Year One Room 1 Room 2 Room 3 Room 6 Junior Year Two Room 5 Room 6 Room 7 Room 8 Room 9 Year Three Room 10 Room 11 Room 28 Room 29 Room 31 Middle Year Four Room 36 Room 32 Room 35 Room 30 Room 31 Year Five Room 15 Room 16 Room 25 Room 35 Senior Year Six Room 25 Room 22 Room 23 Room 24 BACK

The friendly support staff are available to assist students and families where possible. Office Staff Librarians AIEOs EAs Grounds Staff Relief Staff Support Staff Office Staff The friendly office staff greet all visitors in the school office each day. They are very good at answering questions and directing parents to the area of need. They can assist with attendance, fee payment, school calendar enquiries and general questions. Office Staff Mrs Jo Jefferies Mrs Helen Soper Mrs Belinda Ng Miss Steph Dainter-Bryan Librarians Librarians Miss Sharon Brown Mrs Rhonda Farina AIEOs Aboriginal Indigenous Education Officers Two dedicated education officers are available to assist parents, children and the school in cultural understandings and activities. The AIEOs can be seen at many events around the school as well as in the classrooms. They welcome parent comments, thoughts and concerns. Please contact them at school or via email Mr Gavin Murray Mrs Kylie Perry Education Assistants EAs Around the Grounds Staff The hard working grounds staff ensure we have a clean, tidy and safe environment for staff to work in and, most importantly, children to learn in. If there is an area of need in the school please inform the Office Staff. Grounds Staff Mr Chris Williams Cleaning Staff Relief Staff Relief Teachers Mrs Courtney Scuderi Mrs Lauren Obschonka BACK

Upcoming Events, Term Planner & Bell Times Page loading time may vary Term Planner Bell Times Home Term Dates & Lesson Times Bell Times Morning | 8:30am Period 1 8:50am - 9:50am Period 2 9:50am - 10:50am Recess Break | 10:50am Period 3 11:05am - 12:05pm Lunch Break | 12:05pm Period 4 12:35pm - 1:35pm Afternoon Break | 1:35pm Period 5 1:50pm - 2:50pm Home Time | 2:50pm Term Dates Semester 1 Period 1 8:50am - 9:50am Term One Mon 2nd February Thu 2nd April Period 2 9:50am - 10:50am Break Fri 3rd April Sun 19th April Semester 2 Term Three Tue 21st July Fri 25th September Period 5 1:50pm - 2:50pm Morning Morning | 8:30am Home

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all of us to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements. Reconciliation Week National Reconciliation Week is a time for all of us to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements. 25 May 2026 at 1:00:00 am Classes may be taking part in activities related to National Reconciliation Week. They may be exploring how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. https://nrw.reconciliation.org.au/ Anchor 1 BACK

O'Connor Primary School will be holding their ANZAC Day Assembly on Friday 24th April at 9.00am. Parents and families are welcome to come and commemorate with us. The choir will be performing and students' artwork will be displayed. ANZAC Day Assembly O'Connor Primary School will be holding their ANZAC Day Assembly on Friday 24th April at 9.00am. Parents and families are welcome to come and commemorate with us. The choir will be performing and students' artwork will be displayed. 24 April 2026 at 1:00:00 am Anchor 1 BACK