Class Placements 2026

Planning for 2026 is already underway, and we will soon begin the class placement process. At this stage, we don’t have confirmed staffing for 2026, so we are unable to provide specific details regarding teacher allocations. Teachers may be assigned to different classes or grades, and we may also welcome new or returning staff members next year.

At Goulburn Street, we consider the social, emotional, and academic needs of each child when placing students in classes. This process includes balancing abilities within classes and ensuring that each student has at least one established connection with a friend. Students in Years 2–6 will be given the opportunity to nominate three friends they believe they work well with, while teachers of Kinder to Year 2 will support a similar process for our younger students.

Teachers will use all available information to make class placements, which will then be reviewed by the leadership team. The final decision on class placement rests with the principal. Class placements will be announced Monday the 15th of December.

We encourage parents to speak with their child’s teacher about 2026 class placements, as they are best positioned to provide support and guidance.

Parents can make class placement requests in writing to michael.park@decyp.tas.gov.au or book an appointment (by phone or in person) via the office on 62 341 884. 

Please note:

• Class placement requests will only be considered on educational grounds, not for specific teacher or friendship preferences.
• Students will only be guaranteed to have one friend in their class.

Regards

Michael