CUSTOM CONTENT IDEAS FOR YOUR SCHOOL DIARIES

When schools order student diaries, one of the best features is the ability to add CUSTOM CONTENT PAGES.

These pages turn a standard diary into something uniquely tailored to your school community. They’re a great way to reinforce culture, provide important information, support student wellbeing, and even add a touch of fun.

Whether your school is primary, secondary, public, Catholic, or independent, custom content pages can help make diaries more useful and meaningful for students, teachers, and families.

WELCOME TO OUR SCHOOL

Principal’s Message – A short letter welcoming students, families, and staff to the year, emphasising the school’s culture and aspirations.
School Motto, Values & Crest – Printed proudly on the page.
Acknowledgement of Country – Written in consultation with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Tip: Many schools now also add a QR code linking to a video version of the Principal’s welcome.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Bell Times – Regular, assembly, sport and early finish days.
Term Dates (state-specific) – Handy for parents and carers too.
Contact Details – Office phone number, absentee line, sick bay, school counsellor, careers adviser.
Map of the School Grounds – For new students, with icons for library, canteen, office, gym, oval etc.
Uniform Guide – Photos showing correct summer, winter and sport uniforms (including hats for SunSmart compliance).

KEY EVENTS & TRADITIONS

Cultural & Community Events – e.g. NAIDOC Week, Reconciliation Week, Harmony Day, ANZAC Day, Remembrance Day.
School Traditions – Swimming and athletics carnivals, Year 6 Canberra trip, Year 12 Formal, House competitions.
Public Holidays – Australia Day, ANZAC Day, Queen’s/King’s Birthday, Labour Day (state-specific).

WELLBEING AND SUPPORT

Where to Get Help at School – Wellbeing team, year advisers, chaplain, Aboriginal Education Officer, school nurse.
Where to Get Help Outside School – Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800), Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636), Headspace, Lifeline.
Wellbeing Strategies – Quick tips for managing stress before exams, sleep hygiene, hydration reminders.
Safe Online Use – Staying cyber safe, where to report bullying (eSafety Commissioner).

STUDY AND LEARNING SUPPORT

Homework Tips – Use a timer, set up a quiet space, break big tasks into small ones.
Note-taking Strategies – Dot points, mind maps, colour-coding.
Referencing Guide – A simple example of Harvard or APA referencing
Assignment Planner Page – Space for students to record due dates for each subject.
NAPLAN & Senior Exams – Tips on preparation and managing nerves.

ORGANISATION AND LIFE SKILLS

Weekly Timetable Page – Set up for either a 5-day cycle or a 10-day cycle
Goal Setting Templates – “This term I want to…” with space for personal, academic and wellbeing goals.
Budgeting Basics – Simple money tips, like saving part of your pocket money or casual job pay.
Career Pathways Info – TAFE, uni, apprenticeships, school-based traineeships explained in student-friendly language.
Volunteering & Leadership Opportunities – Duke of Ed, student council, local community programs.

SCHOOL SPIRIT PAGES

House System – Overview of each House, colours, mascots, chants.
House Points Tracker – A page where tallies can be recorded during the year.
Student Artwork / Poetry Showcase – Feature entries from last year’s art show, poetry comp or photography club.
Sports & Clubs – List of extracurricular activities (choir, robotics, debating, netball, rugby, AFL, etc).

FUN AND ENGAGEMENT PAGES

Crosswords, Word Searches & Quizzes – Aussie-themed (e.g. Australian animals, capital cities, slang), school-themed, etc.
Trivia Corner – Fun facts like Aussie history, geography or inventions.
Birthday Log Pages – Optional space for students to record classmates’ birthdays.
Autograph Pages – Especially popular in Year 6 and Year 12 diaries as a keepsake.

COMMUNITY AND SUSTAINABILITY

Recycling & Waste Guide – School-specific bins (landfill, recycling, compost, soft plastics).
SunSmart Guidelines – “No hat, no play” and UV safety reminders.
Water Wise & Energy Tips – Practical sustainability reminders.
Local Community Contacts – Youth centre, public library, sporting associations.

EXTRA TIP

Another great option is customising with QR codes linking to:

The online canteen ordering system (Flexischools, Qkr, etc).
School newsletter or calendar.
Sports team fixtures.
Wellbeing resources or mindfulness videos.

CUSTOM CONTENT IDEAS FOR YOUR SCHOOL DIARIES

WELCOME TO OUR SCHOOL

Principal’s Message – A short letter welcoming students, families, and staff to the year, emphasising the school’s culture and aspirations.

School Motto, Values & Crest – Printed proudly on the page.

Acknowledgement of Country – Written in consultation with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Tip: Many schools now also add a QR code linking to a video version of the Principal’s welcome.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Bell Times – Regular, assembly, sport and early finish days.

Term Dates (state-specific) – Handy for parents and carers too.

Contact Details – Office phone number, absentee line, sick bay, school counsellor, careers adviser.

Map of the School Grounds – For new students, with icons for library, canteen, office, gym, oval etc.

Uniform Guide – Photos showing correct summer, winter and sport uniforms (including hats for SunSmart compliance).

KEY EVENTS & TRADITIONS

Cultural & Community Events – e.g. NAIDOC Week, Reconciliation Week, Harmony Day, ANZAC Day, Remembrance Day.

School Traditions – Swimming and athletics carnivals, Year 6 Canberra trip, Year 12 Formal, House competitions.

Public Holidays – Australia Day, ANZAC Day, Queen’s/King’s Birthday, Labour Day (state-specific).

WELLBEING AND SUPPORT

Where to Get Help at School – Wellbeing team, year advisers, chaplain, Aboriginal Education Officer, school nurse.

Where to Get Help Outside School – Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800), Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636), Headspace, Lifeline.

Wellbeing Strategies – Quick tips for managing stress before exams, sleep hygiene, hydration reminders.

Safe Online Use – Staying cyber safe, where to report bullying (eSafety Commissioner).

STUDY AND LEARNING SUPPORT

Homework Tips – Use a timer, set up a quiet space, break big tasks into small ones.

Note-taking Strategies – Dot points, mind maps, colour-coding.

Referencing Guide – A simple example of Harvard or APA referencing

Assignment Planner Page – Space for students to record due dates for each subject.

NAPLAN & Senior Exams – Tips on preparation and managing nerves.

ORGANISATION AND LIFE SKILLS

Weekly Timetable Page – Set up for either a 5-day cycle or a 10-day cycle

Goal Setting Templates – “This term I want to…” with space for personal, academic and wellbeing goals.

Budgeting Basics – Simple money tips, like saving part of your pocket money or casual job pay.

Career Pathways Info – TAFE, uni, apprenticeships, school-based traineeships explained in student-friendly language.

Volunteering & Leadership Opportunities – Duke of Ed, student council, local community programs.

SCHOOL SPIRIT PAGES

House System – Overview of each House, colours, mascots, chants.

House Points Tracker – A page where tallies can be recorded during the year.

Student Artwork / Poetry Showcase – Feature entries from last year’s art show, poetry comp or photography club.

Sports & Clubs – List of extracurricular activities (choir, robotics, debating, netball, rugby, AFL, etc).

FUN AND ENGAGEMENT PAGES

Crosswords, Word Searches & Quizzes – Aussie-themed (e.g. Australian animals, capital cities, slang), school-themed, etc.

Trivia Corner – Fun facts like Aussie history, geography or inventions.

Birthday Log Pages – Optional space for students to record classmates’ birthdays.

Autograph Pages – Especially popular in Year 6 and Year 12 diaries as a keepsake.

COMMUNITY AND SUSTAINABILITY

Recycling & Waste Guide – School-specific bins (landfill, recycling, compost, soft plastics).

SunSmart Guidelines – “No hat, no play” and UV safety reminders.

Water Wise & Energy Tips – Practical sustainability reminders.

Local Community Contacts – Youth centre, public library, sporting associations.

EXTRA TIP

Another great option is customising with QR codes linking to:

The online canteen ordering system (Flexischools, Qkr, etc).

School newsletter or calendar.

Sports team fixtures.

Wellbeing resources or mindfulness videos.