At Mowbray Heights we use a range of school based assessments to guide the teaching and learning program in our school.  We also have a range of external assessments which contribute to our school based data. 

Recently we received a summary of our 2025 NAPLAN results and whilst we acknowledge that this is just one piece of data about student performance, we are once again extremely pleased with our overall results.

In all areas (Reading, Writing, Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation, and Numeracy) in both Year 3 and Year 5, our results are well above similar schools with regard to the mean scores and the percentage of students categorised as strong or exceeding.  This is an outstanding result! 

Year 3 Mean scores are above Similar Schools in all domains

Reading +27, Writing +38, Spelling +37, Grammar & Punctuation +55, Numeracy +4

Year 5 Mean scores are above Similar Schools in all domains

Reading +43, Writing +47, Spelling +62, Grammar & Punctuation +66, Numeracy +45

At this stage we have not been provided with data that enables us to compare our mean score with Tasmanian or Australian averages.  As soon as those data sets become available, I will share the comparisons with our school community.

The NAPLAN 2025 Individual Student Reports will be sent home to families today. Please be aware that this assessment was conducted in March, however if families have any questions regarding your child’s assessment do not hesitate to contact your child’s classroom teacher.

A consistent plan for improvement, explicit teaching, high expectations for learning and your support from home, have significantly contributed to these learning outcomes for the students at Mowbray Heights Primary School. 

Together, we can justifiably celebrate this work.

Sharon

Congratulations to the following students who received awards at our last assembly.

We are proud to announce the students selected to represent our school at the Launceston Sports Exchange on Friday 1 August. These students have been chosen for their exceptional skill level and sportsmanship during Friday afternoon sport.

This event is a key part of the selection process for the Launceston (LSSSA) team, which will compete in the North vs North West Exchange on Thursday 19 September.

Event Details:

Students will participate in the following sports at these venues:

Arrival Time: 12:00 pm at respective venues
Sign-Out Time: 2:30 pm by parents/carers

This is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their talents and potentially earn a place on the LSSSA team.

We wish all participants the very best and look forward to a day of spirited competition and teamwork!

Josh Leighton - HPE Teacher

To support their Learning in HASS, Year 1-2 classes will be visiting Hagley Farm School to participate in their Heritage Experiences.  Students will visit the Home Life Museum, make butter and spend some time in the Olde Classroom.  Classes will be visiting on the following dates:

Tuesday 5 August 1-2 Dingemanse

Wednesday 6 August 1-2 Killalea Wood & 1-2 Paulsen

Our Year 3-4 classes are going on a guided tour at QVMAG, participating in activities to celebrate Science Week.  This year’s topic is Decoding the Universe - Exploring the unknown with nature's hidden language.  The activities will range from exploring everything from the fascinating patterns found in our natural world and physical science phenomena, through to the hidden maths in art, Aboriginal knowledge sharing, and more.

Students will be travelling on buses and will leave Mowbray Heights Primary School at 9:30 am and will return by 3:00 pm.

Students will need to wear full school uniform and bring a warm jacket. Students will also need to bring recess, lunch and a drink. There will be no canteen orders available.

Excursion dates:

Tuesday 12 August 3-4 Sheedy, 3-4 Boon- Smith, 3-4 Boyle and 3-4 Partridge

Tuesday 13 August 3-4 Uffelmann

Year 3-4 Team

Books borrowed from the library travel to and from school in our school library book bag. Please keep all library books in this bag when they are not being read. Library bags will be collected at the end of Term 4.

The library is open Monday to Thursday. Students are welcome to exchange books before school at 8:30am if they have finished reading them. They do not have to wait until their allocated class library day.

Sharon Rafferty (Library Teacher) & Angela Rose-Eadie (Library Technician) 

This year’s Book Week theme is “Book an Adventure”. Our school Dress – Up Day will be on Wednesday, 20 August. Think about your favourite books and characters and start planning your costume!

Sharon Rafferty (Library Teacher) & Angela Rose-Eadie (Library Technician)

Tasmanian primary school students now have free access to StoryBox Library - a fun and educational digital library you can enjoy at home.

StoryBox Library is a subscription-based website and app featuring Australian storytellers reading hundreds of much-loved children’s books. It’s a fantastic way to nurture your child’s love of reading and support their literacy development.

With features like Read-Along, Closed Captions, Auslan stories, and engaging audio-visual content, StoryBox Library is designed to be inclusive and accessible for all children.

How to Access:

1. Visit www.storyboxhub.com or search “Story Box Library” on your device’s app store.
2. Click LOG IN at the top right of the homepage.
3. Enter the school username and password (provided below)
4. Start exploring hundreds of stories - Anytime, anywhere!
   
   

School Login Details
Username: Mowbray_2025
Password: MHPS2025

Please visit the DECYP website or StoryBox website for more information.

MHPS is a Nut Aware school.  We allow nuts but discourage students bringing them to school.  However, lots of products contain nuts or traces of nuts, so our emphasis is on preventing cross-contamination through proper food handling, washing hands, not sharing food and being aware of student allergies.

The following sizes are available in the 2025 Year 6 Short Sleeve Leavers Polos. The tops are $40.00 and can be purchased at the school office. These are the last sizes available and no further orders will be placed.

Our Year 6 students have the option of wearing a Leavers Polo Top.  This is a long standing and special tradition at MHPS. 

Leavers Polo Tops are available in short sleeves ($40) or long sleeves ($45). An Order Form will be sent home with our Year 5 students on Monday 4 August. The Order Form with payment is due at the school office by Monday 1 September.

Jenny Boad - Uniform Co-ordinator