Westminster Education Support Centre

07/09/2026

💛🌟 Celebrating Our Amazing Education Assistants! 🌟💛

Last week, we celebrated Education Assistant Appreciation Week at Westminster Education Support Centre and took the opportunity to recognise the incredible EAs who make such a difference to our students every single day.

Our EAs are truly at the heart of our school. 💛 They support, encourage, nurture and celebrate our students through every achievement, challenge and milestone, no matter how big or small.

Their patience, compassion, creativity and dedication help our students feel safe, supported and ready to learn. From supporting communication and learning, to building independence, regulating emotions, encouraging friendships and sharing plenty of laughs along the way, the impact they have on our students is immeasurable. 🌟

We are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated team who know our students so well and genuinely care about helping every child thrive.

To all of our wonderful EAs, thank you for everything you do for our students, families, teachers and wider school community. We see you, we appreciate you, and we simply couldn’t do what we do without you!💐💛

We hope you felt just how valued and appreciated you are, not only during EA Appreciation Week, but every day of the year! 🌟👏

28/08/2026

🐬🌊 **Dolphins – All Abilities Surf Lifesaving!** 🌊🐬

Westminster Education Support Centre families, are you looking for a fun way to get active, enjoy the beach and build friendships?

Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club’s Dolphins program offers adapted surf lifesaving activities for participants of all abilities, catering for nippers, youth and masters.

With a qualified and experienced team, participants can develop beach, water and first aid skills, enjoy games and explore opportunities for competitions, social activities and community volunteering. 💚

📅 Saturdays, November 2026–March 2027
⏰ 10am–12pm
📍 Sorrento Beach, Perth

🐬 Fun. Fitness. Friendship.

To find out more or register your interest, scan the QR code on the flyer or visit:
Dolphins program information
(https://www.soslsc.com/get-involved/dolphin-program/)

🏖️ Other surf lifesaving clubs also offer all abilities programs that may suit our students. If Sorrento isn’t convenient for your family, contact your local club to ask about available programs.

Please contact the relevant club directly to discuss your child’s support needs and the program’s suitability.

27/08/2026

📚 Book Week at Westminster Education Support Centre! 📚

Our favourite book characters came to life as staff and students dressed up and joined in our whole school **Book Week parade! 🎉

It was wonderful to see the creativity, colourful costumes and big smiles as we celebrated the joy of reading and the stories that spark our imaginations. 💛

Thank you to our families and staff for helping make the day so special, and to our students for bringing their favourite characters to life! 🌟

📖 So many characters, so many stories, so much fun!**

21/08/2026

🏉💙💛 West Coast Eagles Visit!💛💙🏉

Last week, we were very excited to welcome members of the West Coast Eagles to Westminster Education Support Centre for a special visit!

The highlight of the day was having their mascot 'Rick the Rock' come along to meet our students. 💙💛 Our students absolutely loved meeting Rick, and there were plenty of smiles, laughs and excitement throughout the visit!

Students and staff also had the opportunity to get involved in a fantastic football skills demonstration, joining in with a range of fun activities and having a go at developing their footy skills. 🏉

It was wonderful to see everyone getting involved, having fun and enjoying such a special experience together.

A huge thank you to the West Coast Eagles and Rick the Rock for taking the time to visit us and create such a memorable experience for our students! 🦅💙💛

20/08/2026

🏃‍♀️🏅 Jumps, Throws & Distance Events 🏅🏃‍♂️

Westminster Education Support Centre students will participate in our Jumps, Throws and Distance events on:

📅 Monday 24 August 2026

The top eight boys and girls from each year group have been selected to compete in the Jumps and Throws events. Families of invited students have been notified.

🌟 All students are invited to participate in the Distance event for their year group.

Approximate times:

🔹 8:50 am — Year 6
🔹 9:45 am — Year 5
🔹 11:05 am — Year 4
🔹 11:45 am — Year 3
🔹 12:25 pm — Year 2
🔹 1:45 pm — Year 1

Families are warmly invited to come along and cheer on our students! We look forward to a wonderful day of participation, determination and school spirit. ❤️💚💙

Please note that event times are approximate and may be subject to change.

19/08/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ ATHLETICS CARNIVAL 2026! 🏆❤️💚💙

Get ready for a fantastic day of racing, teamwork and faction spirit! 🎉

Westminster Education Support Centre will be joining Westminster Primary School for our Joint Athletics Carnival on:

📅 Friday 28 August 2026
⏰ Faction March begins at 8:50 am

Students will take part in a fun-filled day including:
🏃 Age-group races
🤝 Team games
🏅 Relays

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families and friends are warmly invited to come along and cheer on our students! Students may also join their families for lunch on the oval.

☕ Coffee van on-site from 8:30 am – perfect for our early morning supporters!

🎒 Students, please remember to bring:
🔴🟢🔵 Your faction colours
👟 Sporting footwear
👒 School hat
💧 Water bottle
🍎 Healthy snacks

We can't wait to see plenty of Avon ❤️, Tuart 💚 and Swan 💙 spirit on the day!

One school, three factions, stronger together! 🏆

17/08/2026

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17/08/2026

📚✨ Book Week 2026 ✨📚

Westminster Education Support Centre is excited to celebrate Book Week on Wednesday 26 August 2026!

Students are invited to come dressed as their favourite book character and join in the fun of our Book Week Parade.

⏰ Parade and Assembly: 9:00 am

Parents and guardians are warmly invited to attend the assembly and enjoy the parade with us. We can’t wait to see all the wonderful and creative costumes! 📖🌟

13/08/2026

📚✨ Happy Principals’ Day, Carmen! ✨📚

This week we celebrated our incredible Principal, Carmen Lopez.

Carmen is a passionate advocate for students with disability and their families, working tirelessly to ensure every child feels supported, valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. Her commitment to holistic care means she sees and supports the whole child, fostering an environment where students, staff and families feel welcomed, respected and included.

As a strong and inspiring educator, Carmen leads with compassion, integrity and unwavering dedication. She continually goes above and beyond for our school community, championing the needs of others and inspiring those around her through her vision, positivity and commitment to excellence.

We are incredibly grateful to have Carmen as our Principal. Westminster Education Support Centre is a better place because of her leadership, advocacy and genuine care for our entire school community.

💙 Thank you, Carmen, for everything you do. Happy Principals’ Day! 💙

13/08/2026

🌟 Free Interoception Training for Parents and Carers 🌟

Families are invited to attend an informative Interoception Training session presented by Larissa Muir, CEO of 12 Buckets.

Interoception is the ability to notice and understand signals from inside our bodies, such as hunger, emotions and physical sensations. Developing interoceptive awareness can be particularly beneficial for young people who are neurodivergent or have experienced trauma, supporting emotional regulation, self-awareness and wellbeing.

📅 Tuesday 8 September 2026
⏰ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
📍 Herb Graham Multicultural Centre – Rooms 1 and 2
38 Ashbury Crescent, Mirrabooka

The session will cover:

✨ Practical interoception activities
✨ Recognising signs of emotional overload
✨ Simple strategies for developing self-awareness
✨ Ways to foster belonging and empowerment

The training is provided by Communities for Children Mirrabooka. A $10 reservation fee is required and will be refunded following attendance, making the training free for participants. Please note that the reservation fee is non-refundable if you do not attend. The training is valued at $107 per person.

🎟️ Book your place here:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1616257

For further information, contact Communities for Children Mirrabooka on 0427 901 001 or email [email protected].

Places may be limited, so families are encouraged to register early!

Help young people unlock their potential by giving them the tools to understand themselves and feel safe in their bodies. Interoception is our...