New Hope School Prospectus Jan2017

Honour • Opportunity • Purpose • Excellence

NEW HOPE SCHOOL A Special School in the Hills District

WELCOME

Welcome to New Hope School. It is a pleasure for me to help you find out more about us.

New Hope School commenced in 2015 with a vision to build a centre of teaching, learning and serving excellence that honours Christ and provides Christian education for students with special learning needs for whom a mainstream setting is not suitable.

Choosing a school is an important decision and particularly so when there are special learning needs to be considered. Our purpose is to see your child grow in wisdom, love, courage, integrity and excellence. As you begin to experience the heart of New Hope, we pray that we might have the privilege of sharing the journey with you - to partner with you in raising your child to make the most of their abilities and talents, and to aim for excellence in all aspects of their schooling.

New Hope School is situated within the grounds of Pacific Hills Christian School. This relationship allows for some elements of integration for New Hope students, where appropriate, into mainstream settings within Pacific Hills. At the same time we understand the value of providing a safe environment and the value of belonging to a school community where children, families and staff are respected, known and accountable to each other.

At New Hope School, we believe we can provide a unique education that will help prepare our students for life and assist them to discover their potential, with the knowledge they have been created to honour God in the way they live their lives.

Dr EJ Boyce | Principal

The program at New Hope School provides options for studying the regular curriculum with appropriate differentiation or to undertake a course of study based on Life Skills outcomes. The curriculum is tailored to suit the individual learning needs of each student and builds on the strengths and talents of each student.

The teaching program is based on the NSW curriculum with a focus on learning goals specific to each student as well as skills for daily living.

A TAILORED CURRICULUM CREATED FOR EACH CHILD

On entry to the School a student profile is developed through information and diagnostic reports provided.

Teachers, parents and specialists work together to develop individualised learning goals and regular reviews are conducted to monitor and develop new goals. Individual Education Plans (IEP) focus on areas specific to the needs of each student and may include communication, academic, social skills and behaviour.

“We took the drive to Dural from Canberra to see what New Hope could offer our son.

Within a few short weeks we relocated to Sydney purely for New Hope.”

Carolyn Ross, Parent

OPTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES

New Hope School is a co-educational Christian special school.

The school caters for students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or Moderate Intellectual Disability.

INTEGRATION

We are uniquely located on the grounds of Pacific Hills Christian School. As a result, there are opportunities for our students to be involved in whole school and sub-school events, including assemblies, incursions, excursions and camps.

Where it is beneficial, students may also have an opportunity to attend a limited number of classes at Pacific Hills. This is determined through the Individual Education Plan process.

Students at Pacific Hills Christian School enjoy visiting the students at New Hope School in their break times or through regular and organised visits.

SPORT

New Hope students are able to participate in the Pacific Hills annual carnivals.

New Hope School is a member of the Christian Schools Sporting Association.

Sporting opportunities for students who wish to pursue higher representative levels are therefore available. We have students who compete at major carnivals for swimming, cross country and athletics at Zone, State and National levels.

The students’ participation and achievements provide a wonderful opportunity to congratulate and celebrate across the broader community of both schools.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Work Experience is a focus for students in Year 11 and 12. The program helps to prepare students for transition to an appropriate post school option.

PREPARING STUDENTS FOR LIFE BEYOND SCHOOL

HOW TO ENROL

NEW HOPE SCHOOL

9-15 Quarry Road, Dural NSW 2158 Locked Bag 3, Round Corner NSW 2158 Ph: (02) 9651 0700 www.newhope.nsw.edu.au

APPLICATION:

Complete an Enrolment Application form for each child and the personal reference form – forms may be obtained either by downloading from the website or by contacting the School and requesting a Prospectus.

Return the completed forms to the School and enclose: • a copy of the student’s birth certificate • a copy of the student’s three most recent School Reports • a copy of the student’s most recent NAPLAN results (unless exempted) • copies of current specialist reports • payment of the non refundable application fee

REFERENCE:

Please ask your minister or a business person, professional or public officer to complete the Reference form and return to the School.

FEES:

A non refundable application fee is required at the time of application.

A non refundable enrolment fee is required when accepting an offer of placement.

PROCESS:

The School makes contact with the family after an application is received. Before a position is offered, parents and their child attend an interview with the Principal and the Director of New Hope School. Applicants will be contacted and advised of the outcome of the interview process.

SCHOOL TOURS:

You are always welcome! We would be delighted to show you around the School. Please contact the Director of Enrolments to arrange a suitable time.

OUR COMMUNITY

UNIFORMS:

School uniform and accessories may be purchased on site at Hannah’s, the uniform shop.

We recommend making an appointment by contacting us on 02 9651 0738 or 02 9651 0700.

Hannah’s accepts cash, cheque, EFTPOS and most credit cards.

Lay-by is also available.

COMMUNICATION:

The key ways we stay in touch are through our newsletter, Parent/ Teacher nights and our school website. Appointments, emails, letters and telephone calls are encouraged for more personal communication over a specific matter.

NURSE:

A Registered Nurse is available on site to attend to students’ medical needs while at school.

ASSISTED SCHOOL TRAVEL PROGRAM:

Applications for special travel can be made to the Department of Education and Communities.

“MAY THE GOD OF HOPE FILL YOU WITH ALL JOY AND PEACE AS YOU TRUST IN HIM SO THAT YOU MAY OVERFLOW WITH HOPE BY THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT.” ROMANS 15:13

New Hope School CONTACT Email: enrolments@newhope.nsw.edu.au Phone: 02 9651 0700 Address: 9-15 Quarry Road Dural NSW 2158 www.newhope.nsw.edu.au