Wellbeing
Student Wellbeing
Balwyn Primary School is a learning community that provides a safe, healthy and caring environment for everyone. We promote cooperation, a sense of belonging, mutual respect, self-discipline, achievement and self-worth. We aim to encourage students to be lifelong learners, independent, resilient, responsible and to respect themselves and others. We all share this responsibility. By empowering them with strategies to deal with everyday situations and life experiences, children can succeed in both their school work and in their life pursuits beyond the classroom.
The values that form the basis for all our learning are: Responsibility, Respect, Integrity, Belonging and Empathy.
Values at BPS
BPS is a learning community that provides a safe, healthy and caring environment for everyone.
it is expected that we all behave in a way that allows us to learn in a happy and cooperative environment while demonstrating the BPS Values.
The values that form the basis for our learning are:
Responsibility
Respect
Integrity
Belonging
Empathy
Respectful Relationships
The Respectful Relationships is a government-mandated program that supports schools and early childhood settings to promote and model respect, positive attitudes and behaviours. It teaches our children how to build healthy relationships, resilience and confidence.
Student Leadership
Year 6 Leaders
Our Year 6 Leaders are selected to represent their peers and play a vital role in shaping our school community. These students lead by example, demonstrating responsibility, teamwork, and initiative as they take on a range of important roles.
Throughout the year, our leaders:
•Implement Positive Change – Identify areas for improvement and work with staff and peers to introduce initiatives such as sustainability programs, well-being projects, and fundraising events.
•Support Younger Students – Act as buddies and mentors, helping younger students navigate school life, resolve minor issues, and foster a sense of belonging.
•Assist Teachers and Staff – Help with daily tasks, set up for assemblies, organise equipment, and support special events.
•Promote School Values and Culture – Lead by example, upholding and encouraging others to follow our BPS values of respect, responsibility, belonging, empathy, and integrity.
At Balwyn Primary School, we are proud to offer leadership opportunities for our Year 6 students across a range of areas, including Art, ICT, Library, LOTE, Music, Principal Advisory Leaders (PAL), Sport, Student Wellbeing Action Team (SWAT), and Sustainability.
Junior School Council
The Junior School Council (JSC) at Balwyn Primary School plays a vital role in fostering student leadership, school pride, and community engagement. Comprised of student representatives from across the school, the JSC provides a platform for young leaders to develop essential skills such as teamwork, communication, and decision-making.
A key focus of the JSC is to support local, national, and global charities through fundraising initiatives and awareness campaigns. Students work together to plan and lead events that contribute to important causes, reinforcing the values of empathy, responsibility, and active citizenship.
Student Voice is at the heart of the JSC, ensuring that all students have an opportunity to share their ideas and influence positive change within the school community. Through discussions and feedback sessions, JSC representatives advocate for their peers and help shape school initiatives that reflect student interests and needs.
By participating in the Junior School Council, students develop confidence, leadership skills, and a strong sense of belonging, making meaningful contributions to their school and the wider community.
In 2025, Sarah Robson, Rachel Rhodes and Duncan Wise will support the Junior School Council.