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
- PSSA winter sports competitions
- open day and school tours
- Harmony Week and Book Week events
- NAIDOC Week
- excursions and incursions
- performances, concerts or school productions, such as Multicultural Day
- fundraising, charity and community events such as discos, Colour Fun Run, Mothers Day and Father Day stalls
- award assemblies
- graduation and other celebrations.
Contact us to learn more about our events.
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NAIDOC Week
Date: Mon 30 Jun 2025
Time: From 9.30am
At Harcourt Public School, NAIDOC Week is a special time for students to celebrate and deepen their understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture through hands-on experiences such as bush tucker tasting, boomerang throwing, and ochre painting. It is a meaningful week that encourages respect, learning, and appreciation of the world’s oldest living cultures.
Book Week
Date: Thu 15 Aug 2025
Time: 9.30am
Book Week is a wonderful celebration where our school community comes together to share a love of reading through our exciting character parade, Book Fair, and Great Book Swap. Families are also invited to join their children for a relaxed picnic at recess to enjoy reading and celebrate the magic of books together.
Multicultural Day
Date: Thu 6 Nov 2025
Time: 10am
Our Multicultural Day brings the Harcourt Public School community together to celebrate the many diverse cultures within our school through singing, dancing, music performances, and colourful cultural dress. Families also enjoy a picnic with their children, making it a vibrant day of connection and cultural pride.
Remembrance Day
Date: Tue 11 Nov 2025
Time: 10.50am
Our Remembrance Day assembly was a heartfelt and meaningful occasion where students came together to honour and remember the bravery and sacrifice of our servicemen and women. Students showed great respect and pride, making the event a powerful reminder of our shared history and values.
Swim Scheme
Date: Mon 24 Nov 2025 (for 2 weeks)
Time: 8.40am
The two-week Swim Scheme Program offers Year 2 to Year 6 students daily swimming lessons that build water confidence and develop essential water safety and survival skills. Places are limited, so we encourage families to secure a spot early for this valuable learning opportunity and life skill.
Year 6 Graduation & Farewell Dinner
Date: Wed 10 Dec 2025
Time: 5.30pm
Harcourt Public School’s Year Six Graduation Farewell Dinner is a special night filled with dancing, delicious food, graduation certificates, and plenty of fun. It celebrates the end of the students’ primary schooling at Harcourt before they begin high school, offering a wonderful opportunity to honour their achievements and create happy memories with friends.
2026 Open Day
Date: To be advised
Time: To be advised
Our School Open Day is a wonderful opportunity for students, parents, and carers to explore our school, meet our staff, see learning in action, and take part in a parent workshop designed to support your child’s learning journey. We warmly invite you to join us in 2026 and be part of this special community event.
2026 Colour Fun Run
Date: To be advised
Time: To be advised
Join us for our exciting 2026 Colour Fun Run, where students, families, and staff come together for a vibrant day of fitness, fun, and community spirit. This colourful event also helps raise important funds to support programs and resources at our school.
2026 Stage 3 Camp
(Years 5 & 6)
Date: To be advised
Time: To be advised
Our Stage 3 students will enjoy an exciting two-night adventure at the Great Aussie Bush Camp in 2026, filled with outdoor activities and hands-on learning. It’s a wonderful opportunity for students to build friendships, grow in confidence, and create lasting memories in a fun and supportive setting.
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