At School of the Good Shepherd we believe that every second counts. Research strongly suggests that every day of attendance in school contributes towards a child’s learning, and that academic outcomes are enhanced by maximising attendance in school.
School Absences
If your child is going to be absent from school, please notify their class teacher via email or record the absence through the nForma app.
Student Supervision
For safety reasons, students are not permitted to leave the school grounds once they have arrived at school.
Staff provide supervision of students from 8.30am to 3.30pm (Monday to Thursday) and 8.30am to 3.15pm (Friday).
Students are expected to arrive at school by 8.50am to prepare for the day. Teachers are on yard duty from 8.30am.
On arrival, students may enter the school grounds via:
- The gate next to Kiss and Drop
- The Kiss and Drop gates in the car park
- The back gates on Burnleigh Drive
At 8.50am, music will play and students will be asked to move to their classrooms to begin the school day.
To support independence, students are encouraged to carry their own bags, unpack them, and organise themselves for learning.
Students are dismissed from the school yard at 3.15pm (Monday to Thursday) and 3.00pm (Friday). Staff remain on duty in the yard, at Kiss and Drop, and at the crossing until 3.30pm. Any students still at school after 3.30pm will wait in the office.
If a parent is unexpectedly unable to collect their child at the usual time, please contact the school as soon as possible so we can ensure your child’s safety and wellbeing.
Leaving during School Hours
If students arrive after 9.10am, parents are required to sign them in at the office using the iPad. This helps us maintain accurate records of all students on site.
If a student needs to leave during school hours, please notify the class teacher via email or through the nForma app. If there is a change to normal arrangements during the day, please also contact the school so staff can ensure the student is aware of the updated plan.
Ride Bicycle or Scooter to School
Students who ride bicycles or scooters to school must walk them once inside the school grounds. Bikes and scooters are to be stored in the designated grassed alcove near the Year 1 and 2 area.