We are very fortunate to be recipients of the National Student Wellbeing program funding which enables our school to utilise the services of a School Chaplain.

The Chaplain's role is:

• Work as a member of the school’s wellbeing team in the delivery of student wellbeing services
• Contribute to improving student engagement, learning and connectedness
• Contribute to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Provide pastoral care and guidance to students
• Operate within the school community and with external providers

At Paynesville Primary School the Chaplain engages with all students both in the classroom and playground to support learning, engagement and general well-being. Where the Chaplain is engaging with students on an individual basis (one-on-one discussions with a student) and/or in a group setting (discussions with groups of students), these services will only be provided to students if parent/carer consent has been obtained by returning the NSCP Consent Form.

Parents who would like their child to spend time with our Chaplain for any reason, please contact the office.