Bike Ed

We are proud to have three staff members, Mr Joseph Flynn, Mr Ben Sonogan, and Mrs Jessica Stone (our Physical Education teacher), certified to deliver Bike Ed at Mount Macedon Primary School. In 2024, they completed their training and have continued the strong program established by Mr John Ewels.

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Each year, our Grade 4 students take part in a comprehensive Bike Education program that builds confidence, promotes safety awareness, and teaches basic bike maintenance. Delivered by our qualified staff, the program combines both theoretical and practical learning to help students become safe and capable riders.

The program concludes with a supervised ride through Mount Macedon and Macedon, followed by a more challenging 28km ride from Maribyrnong to Williamstown and back the following week. This final event includes all our senior students and is supported by staff and many enthusiastic parent volunteers.

Bike Ed is consistently described as a highlight of the school year, offering a memorable and rewarding experience for students, families, and staff alike.

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​​Camps

All students participate in a camping program as they progress through the school.

Every second year, our Foundation students have a BBQ dinner at school.  Our Year 1 and 2 students attend the BBQ followed by a sleepover in the school building.  Years 3 and 4 do a two-day camp (every second year).  Years 5/6 students do a range of different camps each year, which include City Camp, Seaside Camp and a Bush Camp.

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Somers Camp

Each year, a small number of Year 5 and 6 students from Mount Macedon Primary School are selected to attend Somers Camp, a highly regarded residential camp run by the Department of Education.

Somers Camp has been running for many years, with generations of students attending and creating lasting memories. Many parents fondly recall their own time at Somers as a highlight of their primary school years. The camp offers a rich program designed to support personal development, build resilience, foster friendships, and promote environmental awareness.

The experience runs for nine days and brings together students from schools across Victoria. Due to limited places, selected students are invited to attend. The cost of the camp is $350, which covers all accommodation, meals, activities, and transport.

We’re proud to offer this opportunity to our students and continue the tradition of involvement in this well-run and inspiring program.

More information can be found here

 

Junior School Council (JSC)

Our school has a vibrant and enthusiastic Junior School Council made up of elected representatives from each class. JSC meets regularly to discuss issues of importance to the children of our school including fundraising for social service and school policies.

Students in JSC also learn about how meetings are conducted, discussing issues and the process of voting to make a collective decision. Presidents of our JSC wear a badge which informs everyone of the important role they hold in  our school.

The responsibilities of our Junior School Councillors include:

• Acting as Tour Guides for visitors to the school on important occasions such as Open Days/Evenings and school celebrations.

• Organising fundraising events to support  various charities / special causes

• Representing Mount Macedon Primary School at special ceremonies (eg. Remembrance Day & ANZAC Day)

• Consulting with students and reporting school-based concerns.

• Planning for the improvement of school facilities (eg. new playground equipment)

• Supporting the development of school policies.

 

Victorian High-Ability Program

At Mount Macedon Primary we are proud to have students participating in the Victorian High-Ability Program (VHAP), an initiative organised by the Department of Education.

Selection for this program is based on student achievement in NAPLAN and other academic data, with identified students invited to take part in an online extension program in either English or Mathematics.

The Victorian High-Ability Program offers students the opportunity to challenge themselves through enriched learning tasks, collaboration with like-minded peers from across the state, and support from specialist teachers.

We congratulate our participating students for their outstanding achievement and commitment to learning.

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Premiers Reading Challenge

To promote the development of literacy skills and a love of reading   Mount Macedon Primary School encourages all children to participate in the annual Premiers Reading Challenge. This challenge is open to all students from Foundation to Year 6.

Children from Prep to Year 2 can read or have read to them 30 books -20 from the challenge list and 10 free choice books.

Children in year 3-6 must read 15 books, 10 from the challenge list and 5 free choice books.

Children are also able to read books above their year Level.

Each year level has books, which range from picture to chapter, with a variety of authors and categories. Every student who successfully meets the challenge will receive a certificate and if permission is given, will have their name printed in The Age newspaper, which sponsors this competition. For more information about the challenge and lists of books children can read see classroom teachers.

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Visit the Department of Education site: https://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/events/prc/pages/default.aspx

 

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'The Patch' Garden Club

Maintaining a thriving school veggie garden takes dedication, teamwork, and plenty of care! With the help of the Quinn family and our enthusiastic Student Garden Club, we plant, nurture, and harvest fresh produce throughout the year.

The fruits (and veggies!) of our labor don’t go to waste, students get to taste, try, and learn about different foods, discovering that healthy eating is delicious! Through hands-on experience, they develop an appreciation for fresh, homegrown food and the effort that goes into growing it.​

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Instrumental Music

Guitar

Guitar lessons are held on Tuesday mornings at the school and are provided by Infinite Sound Australia with teacher Aaron Moar.

Aaron is a qualified prep to year 12 music teacher and experienced music performer, offering half-hour weekly lessons to students in grade 1 - grade 6 in groups of up to five students. The structured guitar programme is interactive and fun, covering aspects of music theory, technique, improvisation and developing confidence in performing skills.

Students learn to play rock, pop, folk, blues or classical songs or create pieces of their own!

For further information or to reserve a lesson for your child, please contact: Aaron Moar on 0438 177 764 or by email at aaronmoar@infinitesound.com.au.

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Visit the website here.

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Ranges Music

Whether your child is picking up an instrument for the first time or already has experience, Ranges Music offers a variety of programs to suit musicians of all ages and skill levels. From one-on-one lessons to group ensembles and performance opportunities, there’s something for everyone.

To enrol, simply complete a New Member Form for each musician. This helps the team understand your musical background, goals, and interests so they can match you with the most suitable teacher and program.  Once your form is ready, email it to Program Director, Shaun Evans at shaun@rangesmusic.net.

Shaun can also answer any questions, provide advice on instrument selection, and help you choose the program that best fits your needs.

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