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Student Wellbeing at MSPS

At Macarthur Street Primary School (MSPS), we believe students learn best when they feel happy, safe, and connected. Wellbeing is the foundation for success at school and in life.

We recognise that students spend a large amount of time at school and in class. A teacher may be the first person to notice that a student needs extra support. Our approach at MSPS is proactive and inclusive. We aim to create a school environment where every student feels supported, valued, and confident to be themselves.

Wellbeing is not an ‘add-on’ at MSPS. It is part of our daily school life. From the way teachers greet students each morning, to the lessons that build resilience and empathy, to the strong partnerships we have with families, wellbeing is part of our culture.

Our Wellbeing Team

MSPS has a small but dedicated wellbeing team who work closely with students, families, and staff:

Anthony Cross

Rhiannon Eustice

Erin Ireland

Support is tailored to each child’s needs. This may include:

Advice on external support services

One-on-one sessions

Small-group programs

Classroom strategies

Accessing Support

If you have a concern about your child’s wellbeing, please let us know.

  1. Start by having a conversation with your child's classroom teacher.
  1. If more support is needed, complete our referral and consent form. This can be done online or by collecting a copy from the school office.
  1. The wellbeing team will review the referral and recommend the best support option.

This may involve:

  • support from our wellbeing team, or
  • recommendation or referral to an external service or specialist.

Families are kept informed and involved at every step.

Bullying Prevention and Response

Prevention

A school-wide commitment: Every staff member at MSPS plays a role in promoting student wellbeing. We provide regular training so our teachers are confident in supporting students, building positive relationships and responding quickly and effectively when issues arise.

Our approach to behaviour and relationships is clear, consistent and positive. We teach and model the values we expect.

Students learn how to:

  • treat others with respect
  • stand up for themselves and others
  • repair relationships when mistakes occur.

Response

Safety, Respect & Kindness: Feeling safe is essential for learning. At MSPS, we teach students how to show respect and kindness.

We build a culture of respect by teaching students to be upstanders - people who speak out, offer support, and take positive action when they see unkind behaviour.

If bullying does occur, we respond quickly and with care. Our approach is restorative. This means we focus on:

  • repairing harm
  • rebuilding trust
  • learning from mistakes

Restorative processes involve listening to everyone affected, acknowledging harm, and agreeing on clear steps to make things right.

View our Bullying Prevention Policy
Wellbeing Support Referral & Consent Form

More than support

Our focus is not only on responding to needs but also on prevention.

MSPS wellbeing programs include:

  • social and emotional learning
  • small-group programs that build confidence and friendships
  • leadership opportunities that strengthen connection

At Macarthur Street Primary School, every child is known, valued, and supported to thrive both in the classroom and beyond.