It’s not difficult to observe the influences that children (& adults!) are bombarded with in regards to an ideal image. Both girls and boys are constantly being fed by the world around them – in movies, music videos, song lyrics, magazines, billboards, advertisements…and the list goes on – what is not only acceptable but ideal….
Read moreAppreciation is a vital part of our well-being – to appreciate and to feel appreciated. Today is as good a day as any to acknowledge our amazing teaching staff. These wonderful people are on the ones that make it all happen. They are with your children for a very substantial period of time each and…
Read moreAs part of Toorak Primary’s commitment to the well-being of our students and the school community, Sara has been a part of the team over the past 18 months as our First Aid & Well-being Officer. My role is to support the well-being of the community here at Toorak Primary. I look after the medical…
Read moreEggy Broccy Muffins by Live Love Nourish The humble sandwich is an Australian favourite. Most children will grow up having sandwiches in their lunchbox over their entire schooling life! It’s easy to prepare and most kids have their favourite filling whether that be jam, vegemite, peanut butter, cheese, ham, salad or a combination. There are…
Read moreAs part of our Well-being focus here at Toorak Primary School, we are introducing a Boys Group Program. Boys will be nominated to attend the group as an additional social support and to foster positive relationships with themselves and each other. Furthermore, these groups will be student led with activities to encourage communication, acknowledgement of…
Read moreThis may sound pretty obvious, as we all know sleep is important. If you’ve had children, you’re more than likely to have experienced sleep deprivation on some level, which, let’s face it, can feel like torture! There are however, many aspects to sleep and we don’t need to be overtly sleep deprived to feel the…
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