Events

School events bring learning to life and help shape our school culture. They help students build confidence, connect with others and celebrate their progress. Events also give families a chance to be involved in school life and share in their child’s achievements.

Our school event may include:

school orientation days
sports carnivals
open day and school tours
Harmony Week and Book Week events
excursions and incursions
performances, concerts or school productions
fundraising, charity and community events
award assemblies
graduation and other celebrations.

Term 1 School Events

See what’s happening at our school.

Students First Day Back (K–6)

Date: Monday 2 February

We look forward to welcoming students back for the start of the new school year.

Kindergarten First Week of School Photos

Date: Friday 13 February

Kindergarten students will have their first week of school photos taken to capture this special milestone.

Lunar New Year Lion Dance Ceremony

Date: Friday 20 February

Time: 9:30am

Our Lunar New Year Lion Dance Ceremony is a special cultural celebration for our school community. Students will enjoy a traditional lion dance performance as we recognise and celebrate Lunar New Year together.

HWPS Swimming Carnival

Date: Tuesday 24 February

Our annual Swimming Carnival will be held at Auburn Aquatic Centre, with students representing the school and participating in swimming events.

Schools Clean Up Australia Day

Date: Monday 3 March

Our school will take part in Schools Clean Up Australia Day to help care for our environment. Students will work together to clean up areas around the school and learn about the importance of sustainability and looking after our shared spaces.

International Women’s Day Morning Tea

Date: Tuesday 10 March

Time: 9:30am

Location: Homebush West Public School - Arts Centre

We would love our mothers, grandmothers, aunties, carers and special women in our students’ lives to join us for this celebration. It will be a lovely opportunity to come together, honour the women who inspire us, and enjoy a relaxed morning together.