PARENT/CARER INFORMATION
Parent Webinar
How You Can Make Technology an Ally (& Not the Enemy!)
- Wednesday 11th March
- 6:30pm–7:30pm
- Includes a live Q&A
We invite parents and carers to join this informative webinar presented by Elevate Education. This session will provide practical strategies to help families support positive and productive technology use at home.
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Reduce your child’s dependence on technology
✅ Use apps to prevent your child procrastinating
✅ Use technology to enhance your child’s learning
Easing into Adolescence: Resources for Families
Starting secondary school and navigating early adolescence can be a big transition for both children and families. To support families of adolescents aged 10–14 years, the Victorian Government has developed a range of free resources with practical information and strategies to help ease this transition.
These resources cover key topics such as emotional wellbeing, communication, building resilience, and managing school changes - all tailored to the unique challenges of early adolescence.
👉 Explore the resources: https://www.vic.gov.au/easing-adolescence-resources-families
This is a great support for our New Year 7 families as kids settle into secondary school life!
LOWES
20% OFF SCHOOL WEAR
March Wed 4 - Sun 8
Annual privacy reminder for our school community
Our school collects and uses student and parent personal information for standard school functions or where permitted by law, as stated in the Schools’ privacy policy and the Schools’ privacy collection notice.
Our Photographing, Filming and Recording Students policy, describes how we collect and use photographs, video and recordings of students. The policy also explains when parent consent is required and how it can be provided and withdrawn.
We ask parents to also review the guidance we provide on how we use (Microsoft 365/Google Workspace for Education) safely at the school and what parents can do to further protect their child’s information. If after reviewing the guidance, you have any questions or concerns regarding your child using (Microsoft 365/Google Workspace for Education), please contact the school.
For more information about privacy, refer to: Schools’ privacy policy: information for parents. This information is also available in eleven community languages:
- Amharic
- Arabic
- Chinese
- Dari
- Gujarati
- Mandarin
- Somali
- Sudanese
- Turkish
- Urdu
- Vietnamese
2026 Student Planners
Parents and carers are reminded to please order a Lilydale High School Student Planner for your child from Lilydale Books.
Student planners are compulsory for all students in Years 7–12.
Once ordered, planners can be collected by students from their relevant Sub School Office.
Contact Lilydale Books to order:
- 03 9739 6186
- info@lilydalebooks.com.au
After-School Study Hub
Thursdays | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
School Library
Study Hub is a supportive space where all students can complete schoolwork or homework and receive assistance from teachers.
Study Hub aims to help students: strengthen their understanding of schoolwork, develop effective study habits and build confidence in their academic abilities.
To help students stay focused and feel comfortable while they work, we also provide:
Mr Gilby’s world-famous ham & cheese toasties.
Fresh fruit
A calm, relaxed atmosphere with chilled tunes
Whether your child needs to catch up, get ahead, or simply stay on track, Study Hub is a great way to build positive study habits in a supportive environment.
Cycle 1 Progress Reports
Our first round of progress reports are NOW available on Compass for parents/carers and students.
Parent Payments 2026
Parent contributions, determined annually by School Council, help our school provide high-quality learning programs, student wellbeing support, and a positive school environment.
We strive to keep costs as low as possible, and greatly value your support in maintaining the excellent opportunities offered to our students.
The 2026 Parent Payment schedules are available for:
Chromebook Program
The Lilydale High School Chromebook program is separated into two phases:
Phase 1 Year 7 to 9 Chromebook Pgm
Phase 2 Year 10 to 12 Chrome/Notebook Pgm
Purchasing a new device in Year 7 and then again in Year 10 ensures students have a reliable and up-to-date device to support their learning.
Insurance and Ambulance Cover
The Department of Education does not provide personal accident insurance or ambulance cover for students. Parents and carers are responsible for any medical or ambulance costs if their child is injured at school, and should arrange appropriate insurance or ambulance cover if required.
Please note that personal property brought to school by students, staff, or visitors is not insured. The Department does not accept responsibility for loss or damage to items such as mobile phones, calculators, sporting equipment, or vehicles parked on school grounds.
Students are encouraged not to bring valuable or unnecessary items to school.
Parent/Carer Contact Details
To ensure our records are accurate and up to date, please check that your mobile number, email address, and residential address are correct on the Compass Parent Portal.
Keeping your details current helps us communicate important information with you promptly. Thank you for your assistance.
Finance Team contact email
How to Contact the Finance Team
For any questions or queries regarding parent payments, recurring contributions, or any remaining credit balances (including CSEF or SSB), please contact the Finance Team at Lilydale High School.
📧 Email: lilydale.hs@education.vic.gov.au
Subject line: Attention – Finance Team
Our team will be happy to assist you with your enquiry.
School Office Hours
Office Hours: 8.15 am to 4.15 pm
Phone: 9735 5644
Email: lilydale.hs@education.vic.gov.au
Website: www.lilydalehs.vic.edu.au
The school welcomes contact with parents and carers and other members of the community. In order to ensure that you are able to see the relevant staff member, please make an appointment first.
School Facebook
To keep up to date with News and Events at Lilydale High School, we encourage all parents and carers to follow the Lilydale High School 'OFFICIAL' Facebook page.
