GPCC PRIMARY HANDBOOK 2022 by Green Point Christian College

2022 PRIMARY ORIENTATION HANDBOOK _________

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PRIMARY 1-6 2022 _________ WELCOME TO GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE At GPCC we recognise that these formative years provide students with the vital opportunity to build confidence and skills as a learner. Students will commence their journey in understanding themselves, how they learn and the learning process. Deep understanding is achieved through quality teaching, the establishment of meaningful relationships, exposure to a broad curriculum and a rich array of co-curricular activities. We know that there is an inextricable link between maximising a student’s progress and the pursuit of a holistic education, and we are passionate about making learning a journey that is intrinsically rewarding. In creating this culture, students are more likely to thrive as a natural response to their interests and passions. We also strive to develop sophisticated learners who are able to think critically and creatively applying their knowledge meaningfully in a variety of contexts. With well-qualified teachers creatively delivering lessons, through a biblical worldview lens we are building firm foundations in establishing lifelong learners.

NICOLE SMITH HEAD OF PRIMARY

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LEADERSHIP _________

PRINCIPAL MR PHILLIP NASH

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL MRS JANE MCLARTY

HEAD OF PRIMARY SCHOOL MRS NICOLE SMITH

HEAD OF SECONDARY SCHOOL MR PETER MCLELLAN

PRIMARY LEADERSHIP TEAM WELFARE MRS KAREN MUNRO

COUNSELLOR MR JAREL KILGOUR

DIRECTOR OF ENRICHMENT MRS SARAH BROWN

COUNSELLOR MRS TIFFANY BODDEY

COUNSELLOR MR STEPHEN VAN TONGEREN

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PRIMARY 1-6 COMMENCEMENT _________

Primary 1-6 commences the school year in Term 1 on Thursday 27 January 2022 and students will attend 5 full days a week. Supervision begins at 8:15am and students can arrive.

PRIMARY SCHOOL TIMES Start of school: Recess: Lunch: School finishes:

8:45am 11:00am – 11:30am 1:00pm – 1:45pm 3:15pm

CONTACTS College Office: Absentee Line: Email: Office Hours:

4363 1266 4367 9950 office@gpcc.nsw.edu.au 8:30am to 4.00pm

ABSENCES, LATENESS, CHILDREN WHO ARE SICK If your child is arriving after 9:00am, they will need to go to the Office to get a late note prior to going to the classroom. If you need to pick up your child early, please send along a note outlining a reason and time of departure. The class teacher will send your child to the Office for pick up, where you can sign them out. Students are to be collected from the Office only. The school has a legal responsibility to keep records of attendance for all students. Any absence from school, including illness should be explained in a note to the office, via email to Absentees@gpcc.nsw.edu.au or by phoning the College’s Absentee Line on 43 679 950 before 9:30am on the day of their absence.

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TERM DATES 2022 _________

TERM 1 (11 weeks)

TERM 2 (10 weeks)

TERM 3 (10 weeks)

TERM 4 (9 weeks)

Tuesday 18 January Wednesday 19 January Thursday, 20 January Friday, 21 January Monday, 24 January Tuesday, 25 January Wednesday, 26 January Thursday, 27 January

New Staff Induction Staff PD – Day 1 Staff PD – Day 2 Staff PD - Day 3 Staff PD – Day 4 Staff PD – Day 5 Australia Day Public Holiday Students commence Term 1 (Years 1 - 7, 11 and 12)

Friday, 28 January Monday, 31 January Friday, 8 April Friday, 15 April

Years 8 - 10 commence Term 1 Kindergarten commence Term 1 Last Day Term 1 Good Friday (during school holidays)

Monday, 18 April

Easter Monday (during school holidays)

Monday, 25 April Tuesday, 26 April Wednesday, 27 April Monday, 13 June Friday, 1 July

ANZAC Day Staff PD Day Students Commence Term 2 Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday Last Day Term 2

Monday, 18 July Tuesday, 19 July Wednesday, 20 July Thursday, 21 July Friday, 23 September

Staff PD – Day 1 Staff PD – Day 2 Staff PD – Day 3 Students Commence Term 3 Last Day Term 3

Monday, 3 October Monday, 10 October Tuesday, 11 October Wednesday, 7 December

Labour Day Public Holiday Staff PD Day Students Commence Term 4 Last Day Term 4 for Students

Thursday, 8 December Friday, 9 December

Staff PD Day Last Day Term 4 for Staff

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PREPARING YOUR CHILD FOR SCHOOL _________ RESPECT Respect God “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all of your soul and with all of your mind.” Matthew 22:34 Respect Others (Adults and Students) “Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good.” Titus 3:1 “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Respect Yourself “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God?” Respect Property “The earth is the Lord’s and all it contains, the world, and those who dwell in it.” Psalm 24:1 Respect Rules “Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.” Romans 13:1

LEARN Be Ready Be in the right place, at the right time, with the right equipment and with a positive learning attitude. “Apply your heart to instruction and your ears to words of knowledge.” Proverbs 23:12 Be Responsible Teachers and parents can only encourage you to learn, the learning and effort must come from you! “Each of you must take responsibility for doing the creative best you can with your own life.” Galatians 6:5

EXCEL Do your very best! “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters”. Colossians 3:23

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GRADUATE PROFILE _________ As we look expectantly to 2022 may GPCC be a place of security and blessing for you all as we work together to equip our children for a life of flourishing. To this end we remind you of our purpose statements which are included below, and which guide our actions:

Core Purpose Statement: The purpose of GPCC is to equip students for a life of redemptive action through a holistic education grounded in a Biblical perspective.

Our Mission Goals: Students: The formation of students who display the attributes of the GPCC Graduate profile (see below) Staff: The development of quality staff who serve our students well. Parents: The support of families as the cornerstone of a flourishing society.

GPCC Graduate Profile:

GPCC Motto: Equipped for Life

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LEARNING IN PRIMARY _________ The six Key Learning Areas (KLAs) set out by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and adopted by Green Point Christian College with a Christian perspective are taught in all Primary grades at GPCC. Our teachers have developed high quality programs that focus on the cognitive engagement of students. Explicit teaching outlines clear directions and goals in each lesson. Lessons are presented in a manner that develops creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, using a growth mindset. Our teachers construct lessons around skill development in areas such as problem solving, critical and creative thinking, reflection collaborative learning and hands on guided investigations. Students are assessed on their knowledge and understanding at regular intervals and provided with an outline of clear success criteria, so that learning intentions are known.

KEY LEARNING AREAS INCLUDE: • • • • • • •

Biblical Studies English Mathematics Science and Technology HSIE (Human Society and its Environment) - History and Geography PDHPE (Personal Development, Health, Physical Education) Creative Arts – Music, Visual Arts, Drama, Dance (education.nsw.gov.au/parents-andcarers/learning)

PRACTISE • • • • •

Putting on their school shoes and walking them in. Dressing in their school uniform. Writing Alphabet letters. Drinking from bubblers. Cutting and pasting pictures from a magazine/grocery catalogue and drawing pictures.

ATTENDING SCHOOL Going to school every day is important and Kindergarten sets children up for the rest of their schooling. What your child learns each day builds on what they learnt the day before. If your child misses school, their learning routine is broken, so they can lose confidence and miss out on building their friendships. You have a legal responsibility to send your children to school every school day. If your child misses school due to illness, religious reasons, or family circumstances, please notify the College Office or lodge their absence on Parent Lounge. If your child arrives at school late or needs to leave early, you will need to go to the office to sign your child in or out. If you’re having difficulty getting your child to school every day and on time, talk to the teacher or Head of Primary.

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HEALTH AND WELLBEING _________ Grounded in current research our wellbeing approach recognises the complex and dynamic nature of each child’s social and emotional development. We recognise that the family is the most important part of a child’s development. As a child begins school there are many changes that will occur. Disciplinary matters are generally handled by the classroom teacher. Each class has their own behaviour/reward systems recognising effort in both academic and behavioural areas. This includes certificates, stickers and class rewards. As well as this, each teacher nominates a student to receive a ‘Head of Primary School Award’, to be acknowledged at Assembly/Chapel and presented with a certificate. Discipline in the Primary School should be an extension of the discipline that takes place in the home. When disciplining children, we try to find the appropriate balance between demonstrating grace and helping the students recognise there are consequences for their actions. Our Behaviour Management Policy can be found on the College Website (www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au). Encouragement Awards called ‘Green Points’ are given by teachers to students for a wide variety of positive actions or achievements. Here are some ways: Talk with your child •

Check in with your child before, and particularly after school.

How was your day? •

What did you learn?

What was the highlight?

Communicate with comfort and connection. Be relaxed in your facial expression and body, get down to your child’s level and offer gentle touch or affection.

“I know Kindy is different to preschool. We have to go to school. Let’s sit together and figure out how to make this easier.” • •

Validate and relate to your child’s feelings. Consider how they’re experiencing the situation from their point of view. Discuss and set limits. Support your child to consider the bigger picture and help them solve problems. Wishes and feelings are acceptable but some behaviours are not. It is important to remain calm, clear and assertive.

“I hear you want to play more. It is important that you get a good night’s sleep” “I can see you are frustrated but it is not OK to yell or hit.” •

Notice and address any physical, behavioural or emotional changes. Normal reactions to stress include tiredness, struggling to fall asleep, boredom, feeling irritable or acting out, being withdrawn or avoiding school and homework, complaints of an upset stomach or headache, excessively asking questions, or seeking reassurance.

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IF YOUR CHILD IS SICK AT SCHOOL If your child gets sick or injured at school, the school will contact you. If your child is ill, they will go to an area where they can lie down and be monitored. You will be called to come and collect your child if they are too sick to go back into the classroom. For this reason, it is important to keep your contact details up to date with the school, you can do this by going to your Parent Lounge and updating all relevant details, including an alternative contact – such as a relative or neighbour, the school can call should you be unavailable.

IF YOUR CHILD IS SICK AT HOME From time to time your child may get sick. If they display any of the following symptoms, they should stay at home and see a doctor. • • • • •

A fever of 38 degrees or above. Vomiting or diarrhoea. Cough or respiratory symptoms. Cold and flu symptoms. Rashes of an unknown origin.

SUN SAFETY We promote sun-smart behaviour by encouraging students and staff to Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek and Slide. School staff encourage students to play in the natural and built shade environments. Our College has a ‘no hat, no play’ policy so your child will need their hat to play with their friends at recess and lunch. You can protect your child from the damaging effects of UV radiation by applying sunscreen each morning before they leave for school.

ALLERGIES AND ASTHMA It is important for you to inform the Principal and the school if your child has asthma or allergies, not just those diagnosed as severe or food allergies. Parents can upload this information into their Parent Lounge and update as needed. Anaphylaxis is a severe and sudden allergic reaction and sudden allergic to allergens such as nuts or shellfish, or insect bites. If your child is diagnosed with asthma or at risk of an anaphylactic reaction, you must provide the College with information with information from your child’s doctor, including an Action Plan for Anaphylaxis in accordance with the Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA). The College will develop an individual health care plan to describe your child’s needs and how the College plans to meet these needs during the school day, on excursions and in other school activities such as sport.

‘THE MUNCHERY’ – CANTEEN • • •

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Open every day from 8:30am to 2:00pm. Lunch orders may be lodged at the Canteen before classes commence online. ‘The Munchery’ - have partnered with Munch Monitor (www.munchmonitor.com) to provide an online ordering and payment system. Parents must register to use this system by going to https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/community/the-munchery-canteen the College Website / School Life / Canteen. Click on the link provided. Registration will require entry of a School Code (username: greenpoint, password: munch2251).

The Canteen Menu is on the College Website at www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au

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STAYING CONNECTED _________ THE MESSENGER - COLLEGE NEWSLETTER ‘The Messenger’, is accessed through our ‘Parent Lounge’. The Messenger is an important communication tool for information and events happening within the College community.

SCHOOL SECURITY AND VOLUNTEERS Parent helpers need to sign in at the College office each time they come to help at school. All Volunteers working directly with children need to obtain a ‘Volunteers Working with Children Check’ which is free. The steps involved are:

Apply Online at https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-

children-check 2. 3. 4. 5.

Receive an Application Number (starting with APP). Go to Service NSW to show identification. There is no fee for volunteers. A receipt will be issued - but this is not the WWC number. A WWC will be issued within a few weeks but may be earlier.

To run the clearance check, please provide your Surname, Date of Birth and WWC number Mrs. Sue Parkinson at sparkinson@gpcc.nsw.edu.au.

LINES OF COMMUNICATION If a situation arises which needs to be addressed, it is appropriate to speak directly to the class teacher. You can do this via email or over the phone. If the situation is still not resolved, the next step is to speak to the Head of Primary, and if appropriate, the Principal. Parents and teachers are encouraged to use email to communicate. Due to the large number of emails received, teachers have a 2-day turn around policy. If it is urgent, please call the Office and leave a message to be passed on. Parents are also welcome to meet with teachers in a scheduled meeting at a mutually convenient time.

GRADE BUDDIES All our Kindergarten students are assigned to a Year 6 Buddy. Year 6 Buddies provide an older role model whilst at school, assisting in the orientation and transition to school. Throughout students first year at school, Buddies will meet together for reading, games and chapel.

GRADE PARENTS Each year two grade parents are nominated to oversee connection across Green Point Christian College Primary. Grade Parents assist in the organising of helpers for school events, welcome new families, organise holiday socials and administer the grade facebook pages.

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WITHDRAWAL OF STUDENTS If you wish to withdraw your child thereby ending their enrolment at the College, you must give 10 weeks’ term time notice in writing to the Registrar. If this notice is not given, you need to agree to pay 10 weeks’ fees + GST for each student enrolment being withdrawn. This amount is a genuine pre-estimate by the College of the loss that it would suffer because we have not given the required notice.

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STATIONERY REQUIREMENTS _________ Most of your child’s resources are provided by the College, eg. exercise books, craft equipment, Mathematics equipment, Readers, etc. However, the following lists include basic equipment items which will be required for the start of Term 1. It is important that children have the necessary stationery items to ensure they are well prepared for the commencement of the new school year. PLEASE NOTE: All children in Years 4- 6 must have their own NIrV, Discoverer’s Bible for Early Readers, Large Print, Hardcover: A Large Print Bible for Early Readers - which is available for purchase from your local Christian outlet. All items must be labelled and children need a sturdy equipment case. Items will need to be replenished from home as they are used. All children in Kindergarten to Year 6 must have a set of Headphones or Ear buds to fit iPad or Laptop Computer. These are to be labelled and in a labelled snap lock bag. We recommend buying “volume limited” headphones which are available in a number of brands and stores. A mouse for a Laptop Computer may be brought to school as an option.

PLEASE LABEL ALL ITEMS WITH YOUR CHILD’S NAME AND CLASS

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STATIONERY REQUIREMENTS _________ KINDER

- 10 x Bostick “Blu Stick” 35g - individually labelled with name in zip-lock bag - A4 Size (minimum) Pencil Case to act as Home Reader Bag - Paint smock - plastic backed fabric preferred - Headphones to fit IPad or Laptop Computer (no ear buds please) - Cloth Library Bag

YEAR 1

- 6 x Glue Sticks 35g (Blue Glu) - individually labelled with name - 3 x Erasers - individually labelled with name - 1 x Large pencil case to use as a Home Reader Bag - 1 x Cloth book bag - for Library - 1 x Display folder - Music - 1 x Pair student scissors - 1 x Pencil Sharpener with catcher -1 x Paint shirt with long sleeves - Headphones to fit iPad (no earbuds please)

YEAR 2

- 10 x HB lead pencils - Staedtler - individually labelled with name - 24 x Coloured pencils - Faber-Castell - individually labelled with name - 6 x White block erasers - individually labelled with name - 1 x Sharpener with catcher (not mechanical) - 6 x Bostik glue sticks 35gm - individually labelled with name - 1 x Pair student scissors - 1 x Soft pencil case approx 15 x 20 cm (should fit all stationery aside from ruler) - 1 x 30cm ruler (not bendable and no more than 3cm in width) - 1 x Cloth book bag for Library - 1 x Full size (at least A4) pencil case or cloth bag - for home readers - Music - 1 display folder - NIrV, Discoverer’s Bible for Early Readers, Large Print, - Hardcover: A Large Print Bible for Early Readers - Headphones to fit iPad 10 (labelled and in a soft bag to protect cord) - N.B. Students should not bring pens or textas

YEAR 3

- 1 x Ruler 30cm plastic (not bendable and no more than 3cm in width) - 4 x Bostic glue sticks 35g - 1 x Sharpener with catcher - 2 x Erasers - 2 x Highlighters - 1 x pair of scissors - 24 x Coloured pencils - 10 x HB lead pencils - 4 x Red Pencils - 3 x Black Sharpie Pens for Art - 3 x Whiteboard markers - 2 x Display folders - Music - 1 display folder - 1 x Pencil case to fit under desk (NO BIGGER THAN 25CM) - NIrV, Discoverer’s Bible for Early Readers, Large Print, - Hardcover: A Large Print Bible for Early Readers 1 x USB stick (minimum 4GB) - Headphones to fit laptop computer

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YEAR 5

YEAR 6

- 24 x Coloured Pencils - 3 x Red & 3 x blue pens - 10 x Staedtler HB lead pencils - 1 x Pencil case to fit under desk (NO BIGGER THAN 25CM) - 2 x Highlighters - 2 x Black permanent marker - 5 x Whiteboard markers - 3 x Bostic glue sticks - 1 x pair of scissors - very important - 1 x Ruler 30cm clear plastic (not bendable & no more than 3cm in width) - 1 x Pencil sharpener with lid - 2 x Fineliner black ink pen (0.4) - Eraser – Staedtler Mars Plastic 2 pack - 1 x Display folder - Music - 1 display folder (if new to College) - 1 x USB stick (minimum 4GB) - 1 x Cardboard document wallet - NIrV, Discoverer’s Bible for Early Readers, Large Print, - Hardcover: A Large Print Bible for - -- Early Readers Headphones to fit laptop computer - 4 x Glue sticks Bostik 35g - 4 x Erasers - 1 x Ruler 30cm plastic (with clear mm, not bendable & no more than 3cm in width) - 1 x Sharpener – with catcher - 6 x Red pens – ball point (erasable preferred) - 6 x Blue pens – ball point (erasable preferred) - 6 x HB pencils - 4 x Highlighters – different colours - 24 x Coloured pencils - 12 Packet of Textas - 2 x Black fineliner ink pens - 1 x Whiteboard marker pen - 1 x Thick Black Permanent Marker - 1 x Paintbrush – fine - 1 x Pencil case to fit under desk (NO BIGGER THAN 25CM) - 1 x Clear wallet to hold A4 size - Music - 1 display folder - 1 x Scissors – adult sized pair - 1 x USB stick (minimum 4GB) - NIrV, Discoverer’s Bible for Early Readers, Large Print, - Hardcover: A Large Print Bible for Early Readers Headphones to fit laptop computer - 2 x Glue sticks Bostik 35g - 1 x Eraser - 1 x Ruler 30cm plastic (with clear mm, not bendable & no more than 3cm in width) - 1 x Sharpener – with catcher - 3 x Red pens – ball point - 3 x Blue pens – ball point - 4 x HB pencils - 2 x Highlighters – different colours - Coloured pencils / Twistable crayons (no textas, no connector pens) - 2 x Black fineliner ink pens - 1 x Pencil case to fit under desk (NO BIGGER THAN 25CM) - 1 x Geometry set – with protractor - 2 x Display folders - 1 x Scissors – adult sized pair - 1 x USB stick (minimum 4GB) - NIrV, Discoverer’s Bible for Early Readers, Large Print, - Hardcover: A Large Print Bible for Early Readers - 1 x Headphones to fit laptop computer

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UNIFORM SHOP _________ UNIFORMS Correct school uniform must be worn to and from school and whilst at school, Uniform helps us to belong. All items of uniform are to be purchased through the Uniform Shop, located next to the canteen. Between September and May all students must wear a school hat, whenever they are outside the classroom. All items of clothing, including hats and bags, must be labelled clearly with your child’s name. Students with hair longer than shoulder length, must have it tied back. A photo of the correct shoe styles appears on the Uniform Information page of this handbook. Students may wear their sports uniforms to and from school on days specified by the class teacher and dress uniform on all other occasions. A list of uniform items and prices are on the following pages of this handbook.

The Uniform Shop, operated by Alinta Apparel, is located on our campus. Opening Hours: Number: Email: Online Shop:

8.30am – 11.00am Monday, Thursday, and Friday 1.30pm to 4pm Wednesday 02 4363 1266 (Ext. 254) gpcc@alinta.com.au www.alintaapparel.com.au – Select - Online Shop to Log in or Register

IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT UNIFORM ITEMS ARE TO BE BOUGHT FROM THE COLLEGE UNIFORM SHOP ONLY

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UNIFORM POLICY _________ • • • •

Appropriate regulation uniform must be worn at school and while travelling to and from school, including School Excursions. All items of uniform should be clean, neat and have names labelled clearly. Boy’s shirts in Junior School are to be worn tucked in at all times There is no requirement to wear a hat to and from school but a hat (either bucket hat or sports cap) must be worn while at school in the playground. The College has a “No hat, no play” policy.

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SUMMER

GIRLS KINDERGARTEN TO YEAR 6 Grey checked dropped waist dress with white collar and red tab.

BRIEFS

Black briefs/scungies.

JACKET

Black and red unisex College jacket and/or red wool blend jumper with embroidered logo.

HAT

College Hat: Choice of bucket hat or sports cap

SOCKS

Short white anklet socks to be worn above the ankle (not tennis socks worn below the ankle).

SHOES

Black low profile polishable leather shoes, fully enclosed and protecting the foot.

BAG

Black school bag with logo – compulsory.

HAIR

Shoulder length hair must be fully tied back. Hair accessories should be simple such as hair elastics, bobby pins or ribbons and should be red, black or white in colour. Student’s hair must be of a neat and tidy appearance and should not draw attention to themselves in colour, cut or style.

WINTER DRESS

Red and grey checked pinafore.

Blouse

White long sleeve blouse with Peter Pan collar.

TAB

Red tab with button-hole.

JACKET

Black and red unisex College jacket and/or red wool blend jumper with embroidered logo.

HAT

College Hat: Choice of bucket hat or sports cap

SOCKS

Short white anklet socks to be worn above the ankle (not tennis socks worn below the ankle) or black opaque stockings (70+ Denier).

SHOES

Black low profile polishable leather shoes, fully enclosed and protecting the foot.

BAG

Black school bag with logo – compulsory.

HAIR

Shoulder length hair must be fully tied back. Hair accessories should be simple such as hair elastics, bobby pins or ribbons and should be red, black or white in colour. Students’ hair must be of a neat and tidy appearance and should not draw attention to themselves in colour, cut or style.

SPORT SHORTS

Unisex black cotton back mesh shorts with red logo.

SHIRT

Red cotton-backed polo shirt with white panels and logo

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White sport socks – no stripes.

HAT

College Hat: Choice of sports cap or bucket hat

SHOES

Predominantly white or predominantly black sport shoes (with white or black laces)

TRACK PANTS

Black micro-fibre track pants with red logo.

JACKET

Black and red unisex College jacket.

No jewellery to be worn except one pair of either studs or sleepers in the ear lobe, and a watch.

APPROVED SHOE STYLES Below are photos of approved styles of shoes for the College. Please choose your child’s shoes from these styles. Kindergarten to Year 12

The shoe styles below are suitable for Kindergarten to Year 6 as well as the styles above.

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UNIFORM POLICY _________ SUMMER

BOYS – KINDERGARTEN TO YEAR 6

SHIRT

Red/grey checked short sleeve shirt with logo stitched on pocket.

SHORTS

School grey shorts with button and fly or (Infants) elastic back pull on shorts – NOT corduroy or designer Label.

JACKET

Black and red unisex College jacket and/or red wool blend jumper with embroidered logo.

HAT

College Hat: Choice of bucket hat or sports cap

TIE

Plain red tie for formal occasions (Year 3-6)

SOCKS

Short grey socks with red and white stripes.

SHOES

Black low profile polishable leather shoes, fully enclosed and protecting the foot.

BAG

Black school bag with logo – compulsory.

HAIR

Shoulder length hair must be fully tied back. Students’ hair must be of a neat and tidy appearance and should not draw attention to themselves in colour, cut or style.

WINTER SHIRT

Red/grey checked short sleeve shirt with logo stitched on pocket.

PANTS

Long pants – school grey – NOT corduroy.

JACKET

Black and red unisex College jacket and/or red wool blend jumper with embroidered logo.

HAT

College Hat: Choice of bucket hat or sports cap

SOCKS

Short grey socks with red and white stripes

TIE

Plain red tie for formal occasions (Years 3-6)

SHOES

Black low profile polishable leather shoes, fully enclosed and protecting the foot.

BAG

Black school bag with logo – compulsory.

HAIR

Shoulder length hair must be fully tied back. Student’s hair must be of a neat and tidy appearance and should not draw attention to themselves in colour, cut or style.

No jewellery to be worn except for a watch (no earrings are to be worn).

SPORT SHORTS

Unisex black cotton backed mesh shorts with red logo.

SHIRT

Red cotton-backed polo shirt with white panels and logo.

SOCKS

White sport socks – no stripes.

HAT

College Hat: Choice of sports cap or bucket hat

SHOES

Predominantly white or predominantly black sport shoes (with white or black laces)

TRACK PANTS

Black micro-fibre track pants or tropical fleece with red logo.

JACKET

Black and red unisex College jacket.

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EXTENDED OSHC _________ PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES There are so many exciting activities planned at Extend. Some of these planned activities include, art and craft, science experiments, homework club, cooking, plenty of outdoor games and sports such as basketball, handball, soccer and much more! Who can attend? The program is open to all children aged 5 - 12 years of age, who are enrolled on LookedAfter.

MAKING AN ENROLMENT – NO ENROLMENT FEES Our registration system is a purpose-built platform, named LookedAfter. It is a user-friendly online platform which provides families with flexibility and control of their account and bookings from a mobile device. We recommend that all parents enrol their child in LookedAfter to ensure that, if and when emergencies arise, your child has a safe and engaging place to play until you arrive. Before your child can attend the Extend service, they must be enrolled to ensure we have all current medical information and emergency contacts. Each child’s safety is our paramount concern and so we hope that you will work with us to be proactive and enrol your child. Please go to https://www.lookedafter.com for bookings and fee information. For information on the child care subsidy, please visit our website or use our Fee Relief Calculator.

ULTIMATE BOOKING FLEXIBILITY Families can book online up to the last minute prior to the start time of their service, as bookings are now registered in our system instantaneously! If you make a booking for your child on the same day that the booking will take place, please also contact the school office to communicate your child’s movements at the end of the school day. We would like the children to transition from their school day to after school care smoothly and this process will really help us to do so. We appreciate your co-operation. Hours of Operation Before School Care: After School Care:

7:00am – 8:45am 3:15pm – 6:00pm.

Customer Service: Bookings & Enrolment: Service contact: Email address:

1300 366 437 www.extend.com.au 0405 264 785 greenpoint@extend.com.au

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PICK UP AND DROP OFF _________ This Traffic Management Plan has been produced with the paramount aim of the safety of children when they arrive or leave the College. 1. SPEED LIMIT is strictly 10kph and is a share pedestrian/vehicle area. 2. Please follow the instructions of traffic wardens. 3. PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS, monitored by Traffic Wardens, should be used in order to promote the safe separation of pedestrians and vehicles. 4. All children under the age of 7 must hold the hand of an adult when moving through the carpark. When using Kiss and Drop zones: •

Display your surname in your windscreen

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If your children are not ready for collection you will need to park and collect for P3, or flow back around for P1.

5. As is the case on public roads, MOBILE PHONES should not be used whilst driving in the car park area. 6. Please take care when OPENING CAR DOORS as that can injure pedestrians and/or cause damage to vehicles. 7. Do not park in adjacent business. 8. Gate 2 and P2 is only for the Little Coasties parents and those on Church Business, unless you hold a permit. 9. Students are to park in student designated carparks. 10. Students travelling on BUSES must use the covered walkway when walking to or from buses and must not use the car park. 11. Observations or suggestions in relation to pedestrian safety and traffic flow are welcome and should be emailed to aritchie@gpcc.nsw.edu.au

GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE PRIMARY HANDBOOK 2022

CARPARK PROCEDURE _________ The College has three entrances and four exits. The entrances and exits are numbered so that they correlate with the carpark numbers and the Kiss and Drop numbers. Eg. Gate 1 Entry relates to P1 and Kiss and Drop 1.

COLLECTION OF K-2 STUDENTS AND SIBLINGS ONLY •

Entry via Gate 3 from 3:15pm - Kiss and Drop 3 will be in operation. Please do not park in the Kiss and Drop zone before 3:15pm.

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Use Gate 4 Exit to the roundabout on Avoca Drive.

COLLECTION OF ALL OTHER STUDENTS (YRS 3-12) •

Entry via Gate 1 from 3:15pm - Kiss and Drop 1 will be in operation. Please do not park in the Kiss and Drop zone before 3:15pm.

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Use Gate 1 Entry and P1 to park, collect and exit to Avoca Drive.

COLLECTION FROM LITTLE COASTIES PRE-SCHOOL •

Use Gate 2 Entry and P2 to park, collect and exit to Avoca Drive.

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Siblings who are students at the College can be collected from 3:15pm at the bottom of the Administration stairs.

KISS AND DROP RULES Follow all instructions of staff. •

Display your surname (provided by GPCC) on your dash – this allows us to quickly call your child/ren over to meet you.

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If your child/ren are not at the Kiss and Drop 3 point, you will need to park in P4 and collect them.

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Staff will have two-way radios and can locate your children if they are at the wrong Kiss and Drop zone or at the Bus Bay.

GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE PRIMARY HANDBOOK 2022