Parents & Friends

About us

‘Developing and promoting a strong sense of school spirit and community‘ is what drives Quorn Area School’s Parents & Friends (P&F) group to actively support our local school. P&F consists of volunteers from different year levels as well as friends of Quorn Area School who work closely together with school staff and students to not only raise funds to provide resources or improvements for the school but also to raise awareness on pertinent issues such as a sustainable environment, anti-bullying and health & well-being.

The P&F committee is elected at the Annual General Meeting and meets monthly during term-time. With the aim of promoting communication and coordination within the school structure, we also work closely with Quorn Area School’s leadership, School Counsellor and Pastoral Care Support Worker.

Connecting people – not just fund-raising

By helping to connect parents & friends to the school, we aim to bring the school and community more closely together, and for families to feel they are truly part of the fabric of the school.

Among many other things P&F have recently:

Supported working bees targeting improvements to the Junior Primary Playground Area and will provide financial support to create a nature-based play area for younger students.
Helped the school to win a $30,000 grant to ‘cool the school & community gym’, located on the school grounds. In the process P&F brought a wider variety of community members together to ‘vote’ for the project, with resounding success
Supported school sports by funding uniforms & other resources
Raised funds through soup sales, raffles and other activities that will be invested back into the school in the form of books, storage for students, etc.
Enjoyed getting to know students, new families and ‘having a go’.

Joining P&F

We warmly welcome parents & friends to join our committee and/or to join with us in supporting our school. We recognise that every individual brings different ideas and talents and we also know that time is precious. We value parent involvement more than just being on every fundraiser.

We look forward to your support. We also acknowledge the generosity of many contributors to the success of our fundraising and activities over the past year and thank the school community for its ongoing support.

If you would like more information about the P&F please contact Quorn Area School or via the “Parents and Friends Quorn Area School” Facebook page.

Click here to view the Parents and Friends Facebook page

Latest News

Term 2 Calendar of Events

11 Apr 2024

We hope you all enjoy a well-deserved break over the school holidays in readiness for a busy Term 2. The attached calendar includes all our planned events when school resumes on the 29th of April.

Term 2 2024 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wellbeing and Engagement Collection Survey

10 Apr 2024

Wellbeing Survey Information

Regards,
Andrew Gilsenan-Reed
Principal

Run Club starts Wednesday, 10th April

08 Apr 2024

Head Lice

08 Apr 2024

A case of head lice has been reported within our primary school community today. It is important to regularly check your child's head for lice and then treat if necessary.

Head lice are spread mainly through direct head-to-head contact but may also be spread by sharing hats, combs and other hair accessories.
Anyone can get head lice.
Please refer to the head lice prevention and treatment fact sheet for information on head lice, how to check, treatment and prevention.
Head lice are much easier to treat if caught early.
To prevent the spread of head lice, you should check your child(ren) daily over the next three weeks and regularly after that.

Please inform the school or preschool if your child presents with head lice and make sure they are treated before returning.

Head Lice Brochure

March 26 Newsletter

26 Mar 2024

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March 5 Newsletter

05 Mar 2024

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Toastie Tuesday is Back

26 Feb 2024

Thank you to the volunteers who have stepped forward - Toastie Tuesday will continue as usual tomorrow.

Regards,
Andrew Gilsenan-Reed
Principal

February 13 Newsletter

14 Feb 2024

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School Student Broadband Initiative

31 Jan 2024

On behalf of Mr Rowan Ramsey, please find attached correspondence regarding the School Student Broadband Initiative.

SSBI School Letter 2024

Volunteering at QAS

07 Jun 2023

At Quorn Area School, the collective efforts of our dedicated staff, supportive parents, and engaged community members are vital in creating an exceptional educational experience for our learners. Today, we are reaching out to invite you to become an active part of our school community by volunteering your time, skills, and expertise.

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to our school's growth and success while positively impacting our learners' lives. By getting involved, you will:

Foster a Sense of Belonging: Volunteering allows you to connect with our school community, forging meaningful relationships with learners, parents, and staff. It provides a sense of belonging and strengthens the bond among all stakeholders.
Enhance Learner Support: Your involvement can directly impact our learners' academic and personal growth. Whether you assist in the classroom, mentor learners, or support extracurricular activities, your presence and guidance can inspire and motivate our young learners.
Strengthen School Programs: Your skills and expertise can enhance our programs' quality.
Role Modelling: As a volunteer, you become a positive role model for our learners. Your dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment to service will inspire our young learners to become active, engaged, and responsible members of society.

How Can You Get Involved?

There are numerous opportunities to volunteer at Quorn Area School. At this moment in time, we would especially welcome your support in the following areas:

Breakfast Club: Work alongside other volunteers to ensure all of our learners are fuelled up and ready for a day of learning.
Library Support: Assist our librarian in organising and maintaining the school library, facilitating book exchanges, and promoting a love for reading among our learners.
Gardening: Work alongside our staff, learners or independently to share your enjoyment of growing vegetables and maintaining our extensive grounds.
Event Coordination: Join our event planning committees to organise school-wide activities, such as fundraisers, cultural celebrations, field trips, and special events.
Sports and Extracurricular Activities: Assist coaches and club advisors in organising and supervising sports practices, games, clubs, and other extracurricular activities.

How to Get Started:

If you are interested in volunteering, don't hesitate to contact our school office. We will be happy to provide you with further information, answer any questions, and guide you through the necessary steps to ensure a seamless volunteering experience.

We sincerely appreciate your willingness to contribute your time and energy to our school community. Your involvement will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the lives of our learners. Let's create an inspiring and supportive environment fostering growth, learning, and success together.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

Regards,
Andrew Gilsenan-Reed
Principal