Frequently Asked Questions
ABSENCES
No child should be sent to school if he/she is not well enough to engage in normal classroom programs. Please advise the school of the reason for any absence of a pupil, for example, because of illness etc. A call to the office or a brief note to the child’s teacher is all that is necessary. This assists the school with the government regulations for unexplained absences.
If a child becomes unwell during the day, the parents will be notified and asked to collect their child.
No child should be sent to school if he/she is not well enough to engage in normal classroom programs. Please advise the school of the reason for any absence of a pupil, for example, because of illness etc. A call to the office or a brief note to the child’s teacher is all that is necessary. This assists the school with the government regulations for unexplained absences.
If a child becomes unwell during the day, the parents will be notified and asked to collect their child.
ASSEMBLIES
Years 1 – 6 assemble each Monday and Friday morning at 8.40 a.m. in the hall. Prep attend Friday assemblies only in Term 1 and both assemblies from Term 2. Assemblies are led by our School Leaders.
Monday Assembly includes welcome, acknowledgement of country, prayer, messages from the principal, anthem and recital of the school Mission Statement. Each class is rostered on a weekly basis to lead the school in prayer.
Friday Assembly includes the School Prayer, presentation of Student of the Week Awards, sight word awards and reading awards, the weekly birthdays, other awards and address from the principal if necessary.
Years 1 – 6 assemble each Monday and Friday morning at 8.40 a.m. in the hall. Prep attend Friday assemblies only in Term 1 and both assemblies from Term 2. Assemblies are led by our School Leaders.
Monday Assembly includes welcome, acknowledgement of country, prayer, messages from the principal, anthem and recital of the school Mission Statement. Each class is rostered on a weekly basis to lead the school in prayer.
Friday Assembly includes the School Prayer, presentation of Student of the Week Awards, sight word awards and reading awards, the weekly birthdays, other awards and address from the principal if necessary.
BUS ASSISTANCE
The Non-Government Schools Transport Assistance Scheme, funded by the State Government, provides financial assistance to families whose children have been assessed as being eligible for travel assistance to attend an approved non-state school. The NGSTAS consists of two programs:
Further information can be obtained by contacting QCEC Executive Officer – School Transport, on telephone No. 07 3336 9286 or by email to: schooltransport@qcec.qld.catholic.edu.au. Website: https://www.schooltransport.com.au/
The Non-Government Schools Transport Assistance Scheme, funded by the State Government, provides financial assistance to families whose children have been assessed as being eligible for travel assistance to attend an approved non-state school. The NGSTAS consists of two programs:
- The Bus Fare Assistance Program (BFAP)
- The Students with Disabilities (SWD) Transport
Further information can be obtained by contacting QCEC Executive Officer – School Transport, on telephone No. 07 3336 9286 or by email to: schooltransport@qcec.qld.catholic.edu.au. Website: https://www.schooltransport.com.au/
LOST PROPERTY
Parents are asked to ensure that all items of clothing and personal belongings of their child/children are clearly labeled with the child’s name.
A storage bin for lost property is located inside sick bay in the office. Any items found around the school without identification are sent there. The items in the storage bin are displayed once a term and each class is asked to view and collect any belongings. Teachers are asked to encourage the children to check the box on a regular basis. At the end of each term this area is cleared and items of clothing in good repair are donated to our school secondhand clothing shop.
Parents are asked to ensure that all items of clothing and personal belongings of their child/children are clearly labeled with the child’s name.
A storage bin for lost property is located inside sick bay in the office. Any items found around the school without identification are sent there. The items in the storage bin are displayed once a term and each class is asked to view and collect any belongings. Teachers are asked to encourage the children to check the box on a regular basis. At the end of each term this area is cleared and items of clothing in good repair are donated to our school secondhand clothing shop.
LUNCHES / HEALTHY FOOD /SNACK BREAKS
There is no restriction on what the children bring to school for lunches though we teach and recommend healthy and nutritious food. In general, pack food that is easy to open and eat. We also suggest making sure that your child has a wholesome breakfast otherwise we find them feeling very hungry before recess.
Also, while our school is not nut free, we do encourage students and parent to make food choices that are considerate of those who are allergic to nuts.
There is no restriction on what the children bring to school for lunches though we teach and recommend healthy and nutritious food. In general, pack food that is easy to open and eat. We also suggest making sure that your child has a wholesome breakfast otherwise we find them feeling very hungry before recess.
Also, while our school is not nut free, we do encourage students and parent to make food choices that are considerate of those who are allergic to nuts.
MONEY COLLECTION
Every effort is made to include all costs incurred each term on the term account. However, from time to time, children may need to bring money to school. It is appreciated if you send the correct amount whenever possible and enclose it in one of the school money envelopes provided to each family. Extra envelopes are available from the office upon request.
Normally monies go to the class teacher, in the first instance, for recording unless specifically advised otherwise. Please note that we’ve found from experience that $2 coins can sometimes fall out of envelopes through the edge of the seal.
Every effort is made to include all costs incurred each term on the term account. However, from time to time, children may need to bring money to school. It is appreciated if you send the correct amount whenever possible and enclose it in one of the school money envelopes provided to each family. Extra envelopes are available from the office upon request.
Normally monies go to the class teacher, in the first instance, for recording unless specifically advised otherwise. Please note that we’ve found from experience that $2 coins can sometimes fall out of envelopes through the edge of the seal.