Important Information

School Uniform

Wearing School Uniform Everyday

The department supports the wearing of school uniforms, which promotes a sense of belonging for students and creates a positive identity for the school community. School uniforms also contribute to the personal safety of students by allowing easier recognition of students inside the school and in the community.

Schools expect students to wear the uniform during school hours, while travelling to and from school, and when engaged in school activities out of school hours.

School uniform includes wearing a School Hat.

Australia has the highest incidence of skin cancer in the world, with one in two Australians developing some form of skin cancer during their lifetime. Overexposure to the sun during childhood and adolescence is known to be a major cause of skin cancer. Employees, others undertaking work and students are at risk from sun exposure unless these risks are properly managed. Everyone has a responsibility and a role to play in protecting themselves and each other from the dangers of exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Too much UV radiation from the sun can cause sunburn skin damage, eye damage and skin cancer.

Schools promote sun-smart behaviour by encouraging students and staff to Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek and Slide. Sun-safe uniform items – including hats that protect the head, neck and ears – are included in school uniforms. School staff encourage students to play in covered areas around the school. Our school has a ‘no hat, no play’ policy, so your child will need their hat to play outdoors with their friends at recess and lunch.

Attendance

Every Day Counts - Every Minute Counts

Research highlights a clear correlation between student attendance and the achievement of quality academic, socio-economic and health outcomes. This research tells us that students with an attendance rate below 90% are educationally at risk.

Above 95% is our expected student attendance.

Compulsory School Attendance

The Importance of arriving on time

Arriving at school and class on time:

Ensures that students do not miss out on important learning activities scheduled early in the day
Helps students learn the importance of punctuality and routine
Give students time to greet their friends before class
Reduces classroom disruption

Lateness is recorded as a partial absence and must be explained by parents. Repeated lateness may require a referral to the Home School Liaison Officer.

Road Safety

Drivers must obey the school zone speed limit of 40km/h during the times on the school zone signs. The lower speed limit improves safety.

The ‘Kiss and Ride Zone’ is designed for your convenience and for your child’s safety. It is designed for quick entry and exit and minimises congestion and risk when used properly by all parents and carers. The zone operates under the same conditions as no parking zones, which means you may stop to drop off or pick up children for a maximum of 2 minutes. You're required to remain in, or within 3 metres of, your vehicle. The zone operates as a Kiss and Drop zone 8.00 – 9.30am and 2.30-4.00pm only. It is a no parking zone during these times.

B. Hamilton

Deputy Principal

Parent and Citizen of SSPS

Welcome to another wonderful year!