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Queenwood acknowledges the Cammeraigal people who are the traditional custodians of the land on which the School is built and we pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

All information contained in this document is correct at time of printing; all curricular and cocurricular activities are subject to change. Visit QUEENWOOD.NSW.EDU.AU

for up-to-date information.

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Term & Key Dates 2024 Term 1

Tuesday 30 January – Friday 12 April Tuesday 30 January: Years 1* – 12 commences, Year 7 Induction & *Kindergarten Interviews Wednesday 31 January: Year 7 Induction & Kindergarten Commences

Term 2

Tuesday 30 April – Friday 28 June Term 3

Tuesday 23 July – Thursday 26 September Friday 20 September: School’s Birthday

Term 4

Monday 14 October – Wednesday 4 December Monday 2 December: Carol Service Wednesday 4 December: Speech Day

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The History of Queenwood “From our beginning with five pupils our objects have been the same – to give our girls a happy school life, with opportunities for each to learn, to win and to accept defeat gracefully, to do her best work, to play, to develop her manifold and varying interests, to accept responsibility and to find eventually an adult life that is satisfying.” MISS MEDWAY, 1960 REPORT

Queenwood was established in a multistorey Victorian house on the sloping hills of Balmoral in 1925 and for nearly 70 years it was guided by three women, Miss Lawrance, Miss Rennie and Miss Medway, who were driven by their conviction that young women were entitled to high-quality education. They built a school in which each girl was encouraged to balance her academic endeavours with a broad program of participation and contribution, a school with a culture of warmth, curiosity and openness, a school which was distinctive for its size and strength of community – large enough to provide the full range of opportunities, and small enough for each of our girls to be known. This has created an enduring legacy which is woven into the fabric of our culture and community.

Principals Miss Grace Lawrance, 1925 – 1930 Miss Beatrice Rennie, 1931 – 1962 Miss Violet Medway, 1962 – 1982 Mrs Alison Stalley, 1982 – 1987 Mrs Judith Wheeldon, 1987 – 1996 Mrs Kem Bray, 1996 – 2008 Mr James Harpur, 2008 – 2012 Ms Elizabeth Stone, 2014 – 2023 Mrs Marise McConaghy, 2024

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Executive

The School’s Birthday

Mrs Marise McConaghy

The School’s Birthday is celebrated each year to mark the first day of operations of the School. Established by Miss Grace Lawrance and Miss Beatrice Rennie, the School opened on 21 September 1925 with five day pupils. This was also Miss Rennie’s birthday; hence, it took on additional special meaning. Each year, the girls brought flowers and presents to Miss Rennie. She loved the posies; however, she was embarrassed by the gifts. This began a tradition that continues today; girls bring posies of flowers that are distributed to local nursing homes and hospitals, just as they were during Miss Rennie’s time.

BA, DipTeach, ASDA, MACE, FAIM

Principal Mrs Belinda Moore BEd MEdLead

Deputy Principal Mrs Anni Sandwell

BEd (Hons), COGE, MEd, Cert Ed L’ship, JP

Head of Junior School Mrs Sharon Johnston BEd

Deputy Head of Junior School & Director of Sport (K-6) Mrs Suzanne Kerr

BA DipEd MEd (Student Wellbeing)

Director of Wellbeing Ms Allison Mcculloch BEc MA DipEd GradDipRE

Director of Curriculum Ms Rebecca Birch BA(English), BTeach

Director of Research and Practice Mrs Emma Macey

BArtEd BDes(Hons 1) PGCEd

Director of Strategic Innovation Ms Paola Tamberlin

BA, DipEd, MEd, GradCertIdndigenousEd

Director of Culture and Community

Foundation Day Foundation Day is celebrated each year to mark the day of the School’s Official Opening. Mayor Alderman Burrows, the Mayor of Mosman, officially opened the School on 29 October 1925.

Ms Colette Pretorius

B Com (Hons), MIB, CA, GAICD

Chief Operations & Finance Officer Mrs Kate Pollitt BA

Director of Admissions and Marketing

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The History of Queenwood School Houses

In truth we:

There are three houses at Queenwood.

• Seek knowledge and a deep understanding of the world;

QUEEN:

Gold and Green

• Act with honesty and integrity;

WOOD:

Red and White

SCHOOL: Blue and Brown All students are advised of their school house allocation upon commencement at Queenwood. Girls who have older siblings or other family connections to a particular house will be placed in the same house. Various house sport and arts competitions are held each year.

Our Values The Queenwood values have taken different forms since the inception of the School. In developing our Strategic Direction we have reaffirmed the values Truth, Courage and Service, as declared by our founders and expressed in the words of the beloved School Hymn.

• Grow in wisdom with a strong sense of identity and self-knowledge; and • Lead upright lives with a strong moral compass.

With courage we: • Persevere through adversity; • Think and act with independence; • Engage openly and confidently with diverse people and ideas; and • Rise to the challenge of the complex and the unfamiliar.

Through service we: • Respect the value of humanity in all its diversity; • Seek justice and peace with humility and compassion; • Stand with the vulnerable and marginalised in our local community and beyond; and • Cultivate a generous and joyful spirit.

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Queenwood Motto

School Hymn

The significance of the School’s motto: Per Aspera ad Astra ‘Through Struggles to the Stars’ was explained by Miss Rennie:

Happy is our School surrounded Everywhere by loveliness Sloping hills and sleeping waters, With Thy glory ever bless; May the beauties of creation In each one an echo find, Thoughts and words and actions guiding Purifying heart and mind.

‘Per Aspera’ precedes ‘ad Astra’ and so it is that strength and courage are necessary, for the highest and best are not attained without struggle… There is so much that needs reforming in the world today, so many wrongs to be righted, so many poor and sick to be tended, so many weak to be protected. Are not these high adventures which call for women of strength and courage and purpose? That sense of purpose, the willingness to engage with challenge and the desire to make a contribution remain at the heart of Queenwood’s mission.

Far above the world at even Stars glow in the darkling sky, Beck’ning us to strive towards them Urging to endeavour high Star of Truth, O make our thinking So sincere and pure and bright, That all dross of falseness perish In Thy fiery, searching light. Star of Courage, so inspire us That we fearlessly may fight, Spite of danger, scorn and laughter, In the cause of truth and right. Star of Service, make us dwell on Not our own but others’ needs, Happiness and comfort bringing, by self-sacrificing deeds. Truth and courage and devotion, Building stones of beauty rare, Sanctified by God’s own spirit, Make each soul a temple fair. Loving Father, may each member Of our School be always true To the ideals they have learnt here, And the world with blessings strew. B L RENNIE (1932) PARENT DIRECTORY

After School Care After School Care

Vacation Care

3:00pm – 6:00pm weekdays

8:00 – 4:00pm weekdays

Queenwood has partnered with Mosman Preparatory School to offer fun, flexible out of hours care on site at Mosman Preparatory School.

Mosman Prep ASC and Vacation Care are run as internal school programs by Ms Leonie Westenberg (Director, trained teacher, and the School’s Risk and Compliance Officer). With her years of experience directing after school care and preschools, Leonie has created a diverse and interesting ASC program at Mosman Prep, including the opportunity for arts & craft, cooking, games, indoor and outdoor play/sport as well as time to do homework. All details regarding the program can be found in the Mosman Prep After School Care Handbook.

BOOKINGS: Office Bookings: 9968 4044 After School Care (3-6pm): 0412 229 164 Email: asc@mosmanprep.nsw.edu.au For more information visit: mosmanchurchprep.hubworks.com.au/

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Careers At Queenwood, Careers education is intertwined with Wellbeing and Curriculum. The role of the Careers Advisor is to support students across their final years in exploring their post-school options. This includes university or other pathways across Australia and internationally. The girls have a access to a wealth of expertise to help them consider their opportunities and prepare for the next stage of life and beyond. The Careers Advisor also assists Years 10 – 12 students in considering subject choices, and managing applications which may include early entry programs, scholarships, residential colleges, Gap year, preparing for interviews and sourcing work experience placements. Queenwood holds careers events with alumni and industry experts, tertiary student ambassadors, a variety of careers workshops, one-on-one counselling, and provides regular career updates for students and parents via the Careers Newsletter. Students can schedule appointments via the Careers Canvas page, or pop by the Careers office at any time.

CONTACT Mrs Julie Eggleton: careers@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

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Book Orders & Stationery Junior School stationery requirements are included on the Campion Book List. Senior School students are growing more independent and have discretion in selecting their own stationery. They may consider purchasing coloured envelope folders for each subject so they can store worksheets, text books and assignments for each subject in an orderly manner. Teachers will discuss specific requirements for each subject during lessons in the first few weeks of term. Initially, girls might need: • blue or black pens • pencils, sharpener, eraser • scissors and glue • ruler • highlighters • lined A4 exercise books for the first few weeks of term. NB: No white out

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1 Access: order.campion.com.au/ #homeView

1 Access: shop.boxofbooks.io/ passwordless/signin

2 Create an account, or continue without an account

2 Add each student - Select ‘Not Sure’ when asked for a school email address - Search for Queenwood School for Girls - Select the relevant Year Group booklist

3 Select: New South Wales 4 Select: Queenwood 5 Enter the code: HFMB Open Monday 16 October 2023 If you would prefer a paper form, please contact Junior School Reception. If you would like to speak to Campion please call +61 2 8905 8691.

3 Select the items you wish to purchase from the booklist 4 Use the checkout to organise postage direct to your nominated address and complete payment For more information visit: help.boxofbooks.io/en/articles/4271951how-to-purchase-books If you would like to contact Box of Books email hello@boxofbooks.io

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Senior Student Code of Conduct All students are expected to adhere to the expectations and standards of the School. Inappropriate behaviour will be met with consequences, which may include detentions, suspension or expulsion. This Code of Conduct is most commonly applied to behaviour at school and any events or excursions associated with the school. In some circumstances, however, a student’s behaviour outside school can have a serious impact on members of the school community or on the School itself. For this reason, behaviour outside school (e.g. off-site, online or during the holidays) may be a breach of this Code of Conduct and can attract the same consequences as behaviour in school. It is not possible to list every kind of behaviour, good and bad, and nor is that the best approach. Three simple principles will guide us well in almost any situation: • Is this action SAFE for all concerned? • Is this action CONSIDERATE towards everyone who might be affected? • Does this action REFLECT WELL on yourself, your family and your school? Saying words is action. Here are three more questions to help you: • Is it true? • Is it kind? • Is it necessary?

General Behaviour In order for the School to run smoothly and safely for all, we rely on students to be honest, to respect others, and to follow instructions of staff. These basic standards are to be observed at all times, and failure to do so is a particularly serious breach of the Code of Conduct. Students are expected to: • Adhere to Queenwood values and show excellent manners and courtesy For example, students should step aside or hold open doors for adults and observe classroom guidelines given by their teachers. • Only use lifts if you have been issued a lift pass. • Cross all roads safely and use pedestrian crossings. • Represent the School in an exemplary manner at all times, including away from the school campus. • Respect school and personal property. Keep grounds, buildings and classrooms tidy. • Adhere to the School’s driving and parking rules. • Be inclusive at all times i.e., class work groups, friendship groups and any school activities (refer to the section on bullying and harassment). • Adhere to the School’s alcohol, illicit drugs and smoking and vaping PARENT DIRECTORY

Senior Student Code of Conduct continued policies (refer to the section on alcohol, illicit drugs, smoking and vaping below).

Bullying and harassment Bullying and harassment in all forms – physical, verbal, electronic, emotional, psychological and social – are totally unacceptable and will not be tolerated. It is the right of all students to have a safe, supporting and caring environment in which they can learn. It is a student’s responsibility to make sure they: • Do not engage in any bullying behaviour in any form. • Report any bullying they see, and if possible, step in to stop it. • Talk to a teacher or staff member as soon as possible. • Tell someone who is bullying to stop and support the student who is being bullied.

Alcohol, illicit drugs, smoking and vaping Consuming alcohol, illegal drug use, vaping or smoking increases the risk of injury to the students themselves and to others, as well as impairing the ability of students to respond appropriately in an emergency. Involvement in any of these is strictly prohibited by the School. 12

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Technology Students are expected to: • Use technology for educational purposes and never bully, harass or support negative behaviours. • Use school time for relating to their teachers and peers directly. • Observe the law and the terms of usage. • Keep their passwords secure. • Switch off mobile phones and smart devices during school hours and either hand it to their class teacher or store securely in their locker. • Submit all homework and assignments in a timely manner and by the due date. Using technology as an excuse for late submissions will not be tolerated. There is helpful information for parents at CYBERSMART 1800 880 176, esafety.gov.au

Social Media We recognise that students use social media to express their views, ideas, comments and criticisms on a wide range of issues. Social media includes forums, blogs, micro blogs, photo sharing, video sharing, wikis, podcasts and social communities which include, but are not limited to: Facebook, Snapchat,

Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, X, WhatsApp, LinkedIn and Discord. The behaviour expected of you on campus is also expected of you online both during the school day and outside of hours. Be safe, considerate and ensure behaviour reflects well on you, your school, your friends and your family. Here are some guidelines: • Do not impersonate or falsely represent another person and respect the rights and confidentiality of others. • Do not bully, harass or threaten others on social media or post content that is hateful. Do not defame Queenwood or members of the Queenwood community. • Do not post content on any social media account while on school property or in school uniform (Including sports uniform). • Adhere to age restrictions on social networking sites.

Academic Students are expected to: • Be self-disciplined and take a positive approach to learning, working to the best of their ability. • Participate actively in lessons, work respectfully and collaboratively with others, and acknowledge the perspectives of others.

• Take responsibility for their own learning, completing classwork and homework to a high standard and submitting all tasks on time. • Bring an appropriate book to every Just Read session.

Academic Integrity • It is the responsibility of every student to correctly acknowledge the work of others and to ensure they do not present the work of others as their own. • Students should become familiar with and follow the Queenwood Academic Assessment. Policy relevant for their year group.

Campus Life • You must remain on campus during breaks, you should bring your lunch with you, or order it via the flexischools website flexischools.com.au (see page 47). • The canteen is nut free and you are encouraged to be mindful when packing your lunch. There are girls in the School with serious allergies so please do not share food with your peers. • In the Senior School there are two breaks: Recess and Lunch.

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Senior Student Code of Conduct continued Sanctions

Child Safety: Do you feel safe?

Consistent application of sanctions is important, and must be balanced with consideration of factors such as the student’s age, understanding, previous conduct and context.

Get the facts

Sanctions may vary in severity according to the behaviour being addressed. Typically, uniform and jewellery infringements, and mobile phone or smart device use during the school day will fall towards the lower end of the spectrum, while misuse of Technology, persistent tardiness, failure to complete homework on a regular basis fall into the middle. Multiple Friday detentions in a term, dishonesty, and disrespect towards staff are more serious. All of these might attract a Friday afternoon detention of variable length, ranging from half an hour to two hours. Saturday detentions may also be imposed and will last for three hours. The most serious infringements may result in suspension or expulsion – sanctions imposed by the Principal. These might include persistent bullying, damage to property, use of drugs or alcohol or serious misuse of Technology. Students should understand that attending school detentions take priority over all other commitments. 14

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This has been designed to give you the facts about child abuse. It includes advice on what to do if you have been abused, are being abused, or are at risk of being abused. What are your rights? Everyone has the right to feel safe and be protected from abuse. No one is allowed to threaten you, hurt you, or touch you in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable, unsafe, or afraid. This includes all adults, other teenagers, and children – it includes everyone from family members, coaches, teachers, to friends and strangers. Every relationship should be respectful. No one should ever involve you in sexual activity without your consent, and no one should behave in a way that makes you feel unsafe or afraid. You don’t have to deal with abuse on your own. Talk to a trusted adult. Teachers and other adults at School can support you to get help. What is child or young person abuse? Child or young person abuse includes physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional or psychological harm, neglect and family violence. Child or young person abuse can also include grooming. This is behaviour where an adult tries to establish a relationship or other emotional connection with

a child or young person, to prepare them for a sexual relationship.

What if my friend doesn’t want to tell an adult?

Child or young person abuse does not have to involve physical contact or force. It can include: controlling a child through threats, exposing a child to sexual material and sexual acts, exposing a child or young person to family violence. Child or young person abuse can be perpetrated by a family member or member of a community. Abuse can impact anyone and it is never the victim’s fault.

You should still tell an adult you trust on your friend’s behalf. Even if your friend has specifically asked you not to tell an adult, you still should. It is more important to make sure that your friend is helped and protected.

What should I do if I have been abused or feel unsafe? You should talk to an adult you can trust. If you have been abused, or feel unsafe or threatened in any way you don’t have to deal with this on your own. Abuse is never your fault and you should tell a trusted adult so you can get the help and support you need to feel safe and protected. Talking to someone won’t get you in trouble. If you don’t think you can talk to a parent/carer or a family member, you can tell a teacher or any adult at School. They will be able to help you. What should I do if I think someone I know has been abused or is unsafe? You should take to an adult you can trust. Any staff member at School will be able to help. You can also help your friend by encouraging them to tell a trusted adult.

What will happen if I tell an adult at the school that I feel unsafe, or that I know someone who is unsafe? You will be helped. Teachers and other adults at School must listen to your concerns and help you. The information will not be shared with the person who is making you feel unsafe. Information will only be shared with people who can support and protect you. To prevent further abuse, or risk of abuse, the people helping are often required by law to tell the Principal, the Department of Communities and Justice and/or your family. What if I don’t feel like I can talk to anyone at school? You should still find a trusted adult to talk to. Abuse or feeling uncomfortable is too big to deal with on your own. There are many people who can support you to feel safe and protected (see page 14).

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Senior Student Code of Conduct continued NEED TO TALK? eHeadspace for advice: eheadspace.org.au or call 1800 650 890 Kids Help Line kidshelpline.com.au/teens (24 hours web chat) / call 1800 55 1800 Call or visit our local police station or call 000 Talk to your doctor, psychologist or a trusted adult at home or at School.

Senior School Process for Raising a Concern or Complaint HAVE A CONCERN OR ISSUE? Talk to the person involved Yes

Issue Resolved

(No further action required)

Meet with Tutor or Year Coordinator Issue not resolved

Is the issue a pastoral or academic issue? Meeting with Director of Wellbeing

Meeting with Director of Curriculum Issue not resolved

Meet with the Deputy Principal Issue not resolved

Meet with the Principal

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Junior Student Code of Conduct All students are expected to meet the expectations and standards of the School and to develop a sense of responsibility for their own actions and behaviour. The School helps students develop this by making the consequences of each student’s decision clear to her. Good choices are explained and encouraged and, where appropriate, are recognised through praise, positive feedback and Q awards. The negative consequences of poor choices are also explained and may be underlined by clear feedback, and warnings or the imposition of sanctions. This Code of Conduct is most commonly applied to behaviour at school and any events or excursions associated with the school. In some circumstances, however, a student’s behaviour outside school can have a serious impact on members of the school community or on the school itself. For this reason, behaviour outside school (e.g., off-site, online or during the holidays) may be a breach of this Code of Conduct and can attract the same consequences as behaviour in school. Three simple principles will guide us well in almost any situation: • Is this action SAFE for all concerned? • Is this action CONSIDERATE towards everyone who might be affected?

• Does this action REFLECT WELL on yourself, your family and your school? Saying words is action. Here are three more questions to help you: • Is it true? • Is it kind? • Is it necessary?

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Junior Student Code of Conduct continued • Represent the School in an exemplary manner whenever out of the school grounds (e.g., on excursions, on public transport, off campus, camps, sporting events, school functions and any time within, before and after school hours). • Be inclusive at all times i.e., class work groups, friendship groups and any school activities. • Be kind and positive with each other. Bullying (being unkind on purpose) will not be tolerated. • Show respect and care for School property at all times including classrooms, grounds, and gardens.

• Remain in the playground at break times. Students may not go back into the building for forgotten items. • Keep the playground tidy. • Wait in the playground or under the vergola to be collected by the teacher supervising any cocurricular activity. Students attending music lessons or lunchtime rehearsals do not have to wait, and may go directly to their lesson or rehearsal. • Play in the shade if they do not have their red Queenwood sun hat. • Leave the playground quietly, following the instructions of the supervising teacher.

• Take care of and responsibility for their belongings and show respect for that of others.

Attendance

• Observe classroom guidelines established by teachers and students.

• Be punctual at all times. A student who arrives late to school must sign in at Reception and receive a late slip to hand to her class teacher. A student who needs to depart early must be collected from Reception.

Playground Students must: • Remain seated during eating time (in designated areas) until the bell is rung or they are dismissed by a teacher. • Sit quietly and await teacher instructions when a whistle sounds. The whistle signals an emergency.

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Students are expected to:

• Attend school from the first day of term to the last, including events identified by the School as compulsory e.g., sports carnivals, Speech Night.

Technology Students are expected to: • Keep their passwords secure. • Use technology responsibly and ensure online behaviour is always positive. • Observe the law and the terms of usage for digital products and services. • Switch off their mobile phone or smart devices during school hours and hand their phone and/or smart device to their classroom teacher for safekeeping.

ICT Agreements Kindergarten – Year 2 I have read and understood, all of the Internet safety rules as outlined in this agreement and by my ICT teacher and classroom teacher. I understand that I will: • Never share my password with anyone, except my parents. • Never talk to people online who I do not know. • Think carefully about how much time I spend on my devices and follow the directions of my parents and teachers. • Be kind and respectful when online.

• Tell a trusted adult if I see something online that makes me feel uncomfortable. • Switch off my mobile phone/ smart device before entering the school grounds and hand it in to my class teacher. Year 3 – Year 6 Provision and usage of Information Technology at Queenwood is a privilege not a right, and resources are provided for educational use only. It is expected that all technology is used in a responsible, safe, and educational manner. The Head of Junior School reserves the right to apply sanctions, deny access or terminate use if students are deemed to be inappropriately using technology. It is the student’s responsibility to follow these guidelines when using technology at Queenwood: • Follow instructions given by staff. • Log in correctly and log out when you have finished a session. • Keep your login confidential. • Report any equipment fault or suspected virus activity to the Junior School Digital Integrator. • Make regular backups of your saved data. • Save your work regularly.

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Junior Student Code of Conduct continued • Always correctly acknowledge the source of your information.

• Tamper physically or electronically with the hardware.

• Use all Queenwood technology platforms responsibly.

• Use your mobile phone or smart device during school hours or inside the school grounds.

• Switch off your mobile phone/smart device before entering the School grounds and hand it in to your class teacher. • Adhere to age restrictions on social networking sites. • Be proud of your digital footprint. • Help to stop the spread of cyberbullying and other negative behaviours online. • Ask permission before you take or post photos of others. Never • Log in as someone else. • Share your login with another student. • Post anything that could offend or harass another student or a staff member. • Download, save, or attempt to store inappropriate material that is not educational in nature. • Use vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language. • Try to fix a computer yourself. • Tamper with any of the files, system preferences or applications (for example, changing the background images). 20

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• Identify Queenwood on social networking sites. • Post any pictures of yourself or other girls at Queenwood on any social networking sites. • Post anything on a social networking site that you would not say to a person’s face. • Bully or harass another student using ICT (Including smart devices). There is helpful information for parents at CYBERSMART 1800 880 176, esafety.gov.au

Cyber Safety The behaviour expected of students on campus is also expected of them online both during the school day and outside of hours. Students must be SAFE, CONSIDERATE and ensure behaviour REFLECTS WELL on them, the School, their friends and their family. We expect students to: Be truthful. Students must not impersonate or falsely represent another person and respect the rights and confidentiality of others.

Be kind. Students must not bully, harass or threaten others

on social media or post content that is hateful. Do not defame Queenwood or members of the Queenwood community.

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Be considerate. Students must not post content on any social media account while on school property or in school uniform (including sports uniform).

• Students must remain on campus during breaks, you should bring your lunch with you, or order it via the flexischools website flexischools.com.au (see page 47).

Students should adhere to age restrictions on social networking sites. Social media includes forums, blogs, micro blogs, photo sharing, video sharing, wikis, podcasts and social communities which include, but are not limited to: Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Twitter, WhatsApp, LinkedIn and Discord.

• The canteen is nut free and you are encouraged to be mindful when packing your lunch. There are girls in the School with serious allergies so please do not share food with your peers.

Academic Students are expected to: • Be self-disciplined and take a positive approach to learning, working to the best of their ability. • Participate actively in all learning experiences, work respectfully and collaboratively with others. • Take responsibility for their own learning, completing classwork and homework to a high standard and submitting all tasks on time.

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• In the Junior School there are three breaks: Crunch and Sip (a piece of fruit or vegetable sticks and a drink); Recess; and Lunch. • We promote healthy eating and good nutrition. • Food should be packaged in environmentally friendly wrapping, e.g., Bento box. • Students should have a water bottle at school, each day. • Students should bring an age appropriate cutlery set as required.

• Ensure that all work submitted is their own work, or clearly and fully acknowledges the contribution of others. PARENT DIRECTORY

Junior Student Code of Conduct continued Child Safety: Do you feel safe? Get the facts This is about making sure you know how to keep safe. It gives you the facts about what to do if someone is hurting you or your friends or making you feel unsafe. What are your rights? Everyone has the right to feel safe and be protected. No one is allowed to threaten you, hurt you or touch you in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable. No one should behave in a way that makes you feel unsafe or afraid, including anyone in you family, anyone at School or anywhere else in the community. Remember a person doesn’t have to physically hurt or touch you to be doing the wrong thing. Even if you are not sure, if something doesn’t feel right, you should tell an adult who can help you. What should I do if I feel unsafe? Even if the person who is making you feel like this has asked you not to tell anyone, you should still talk to an adult. It is more important that you are safe and protected. Tell an adult you trust. Telling someone won’t get you in trouble. Here are some people who can help you: • You parent or carer • Any family member that you trust • A teacher or an adult at School 22

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What should I do if I am worried that someone I know is unsafe? Tell an adult you trust. Telling someone won’t get you or your friend in trouble. Here are some people who can help you: • You parent or carer • Any family member that you trust • A teacher or an adult at School What will happen if I tell an adult at school that I feel unsafe or that I think my friend is unsafe? Adults at School must listen to you and help. In some cases, the adult may need to tell another adult about your concerns so that you, or your friend can be protected. Adults at School can provide you with support and make sure you don’t have to deal with this alone. What if I don’t feel like I can talk to anyone at school? If you don’t feel like you can talk to an adult at School, you can talk to your parent or carer. You can also talk to another adult in your family like an aunty, uncle, or grandparent. If you don’t feel like you can talk to any of these adults, you should still find an adult that you can trust, and that you can talk to. You don’t need to deal with things on your own. There are many people who can help you. Following are some suggestions of other adults you can talk to.

ADULTS YOU CAN TALK TO: eHeadspace: 1800 650 890 Kids Help Line: 1800 55 1800 Local police: 000

Junior School Process for Raising a Concern or Complaint HAVE A CONCERN OR ISSUE? Talk to the person involved Yes

Issue Resolved

Meet with the classroom teacher

(No further action required) Issue not resolved

Meet with the Pastoral Care Coordinator Issue not resolved

Meet with the Deputy Head of Junior School Issue not resolved

Meet with the Head of Junior School Issue not resolved

Meet with the Deputy Principal Issue not resolved

Meet with the Principal

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Child Safety Child Safety Officers

Raising a Concern or Complaint

Queenwood has a duty of care for the welfare and wellbeing of our students. If you wish to report a child safety concern, please contact the following Child Safety Officers:

Sometimes concerns and issues exist that you wish to see resolved informally. If you believe that you have been treated unfairly or wish to raise a concern or complaint, there are many ways to do this.

Principal Mrs Marise McConaghy marise.mcconaghy @queenwood.nsw.edu.au Deputy Principal Mrs Belinda Moore belinda.moore @queenwood.nsw.edu.au Head of Junior School Mrs Anni Sandwell anni.sandwell @queenwood.nsw.edu.au School Counsellor (K-12) Mrs Jillian Gallagher jillian.gallagher @queenwood.nsw.edu.au

• In the first instance, you can raise the issue informally with the person concerned. Talk to them about the problem and see if you can reach a solution. • If the matter is not resolved, you should speak with someone you feel comfortable with. In the Junior School this could be your classroom teacher and in the Senior School this could be your tutor, year coordinator or any member of staff you trust and feel comfortable with. Explain your concern, who was involved, what happened, what you did and what you believe was unjust or unfair. See if talking things through helps you find a way to resolve the issue. You may bring someone with you for support such as a friend or a parent/ carer. • If this does not help to resolve the matter, you should arrange to talk about the concern with a senior member of staff. In the Junior School you can meet with the

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Deputy Head of Junior School. In the Senior School, you can meet with the Director of Wellbeing or the Director of Curriculum. • If you feel your concern has still not been addressed, in the Junior School you can arrange a time to speak with the Head of Junior School and in the Senior School you can speak with the Deputy Principal. • If there is no resolution, you should arrange a time to speak with the Principal.

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Communication The School communicates with parents using the email subscription subscription list. It is imperative that parents remain subscribed to this list as it is used to disseminate important information including academic reports and medical alerts.

Canvas Canvas is Queenwood’s online Learning Management System. It supports teachers in delivering and managing instructional content and provides an effective means of administration and communication with students. Access to Canvas is possible for students by using web browsers on computers and most smart devices. Each girl is given an individual Canvas login. Kindergarten: Teachers direct student news and reminders via Canvas. Parents are encouraged to use Canvas with their daughter to a point where she is familiar with the platform. Years 1 & 2: Teachers direct student news and reminders via Canvas. Parents are encouraged to use Canvas with their daughter as she begins to manage her time independently. By the end of Year 2, each girl should be confident in her use and navigation of Canvas. Years 3 – 5: Teachers communicate with students using Canvas regarding 26

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day-to-day information, coursework information and assessments. Years 6 – 12: Teachers communicate with students using their Outlook email addresses regarding day-today information. Canvas is used to disseminate coursework information and assessments.

Email Parents with academic or pastoral queries relating particularly to their daughter should communicate directly with the class teacher or tutor via email. Class teachers will give priority to face-to-face contact with the girls each day, so a proper response to email inquiries may take up to two working days. Always direct urgent communications to Reception.

QPA communication QPA Parent Reps communicate with parents within each year group using WhatsApp or email contact lists. These communication lists are compiled from the class lists on the Parent Portal. The QPA Parent Rep will be in contact with you at the beginning of the year to remind you to share email/mobile contacts within the Year Group (see below Parent Portal). QPA communication is focused on social connection and participation is optional. QPA communications are not monitored by the School.

Parent Portal Queenwood Connect, our parent portal, offers the latest school news, up-to-date calendars, student timetables and links to relevant school resources. You can also view and amend details the school holds about your family, notify the school of an upcoming absence, view academic reports (published at the end of each Semester) and more. You will receive login information and an introduction to Queenwood Connect during your daughter’s first week at Queenwood.

SOCIAL MEDIA We love to share your daughter’s news with the Queenwood community. The following are the official and only social media pages that Queenwood own and operate. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/QueenwoodSchool Follow us on Instagram: @QueenwoodSchool Follow us on X: @QueenwoodSchool Follow us on LinkedIn: linkedin. com/school/QueenwoodSchool

Parents should be good role models and respectful in all interactions.

Social Media The School regularly communicates with the Queenwood community using social media channels. Pictures from excursions, recognition of school events, the latest school news, and celebrations of student and staff achievements are posted on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn.

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Senior School Day-to-Day Important Information Senior School Timetable Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday TUTOR GROUP

8:20AM

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8:30AM

PERIOD 1

8:35AM

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9:35AM

PERIOD 2

9:40AM

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10:40AM

RECESS

10:40AM

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11:00AM

PERIOD 3

11:05AM

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12:05PM

JUST READ

12:05PM

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12:25PM

PERIOD 4

12:30PM

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1:30PM

LUNCH

1:30PM

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2:20PM

PERIOD 5

2:20PM

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3:20PM

TUTOR GROUP

8:20AM

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8:30AM

PERIOD 1

8:35AM

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9:35AM

PERIOD 2

9:40AM

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10:40AM

Wednesday

RECESS

10:40AM

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11:00AM

PERIOD 3

11:05AM

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12:05PM

WELLBEING

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12:50PM

ASSEMBLY

1:00PM

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1:30PM

LUNCH

1:30PM

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2:20PM

PERIOD 5

2:20PM

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3:20PM

This is a guide, each student is provided with an individual timetable.

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Belongings The School takes no responsibility for the loss of valuable items on school property. Girls are encouraged to look after their own belongings. Senior School girls are encouraged to keep their belongings in their locker. Lost Property is at Reception.

Attendance Students are expected to: • Be punctual. • Attend school from the first day of term to the last, including compulsory activities and events such as sports carnivals and Speech Day. Absence Procedure SENIOR SCHOOL ABSENCES Absences should be reported by calling Reception on +61 2 8968 7777 or emailing absence@queenwood. nsw.edu.au by 9am.

• An SMS message is sent to all parents of students whose absence remains unexplained at 9:30am. This message asks parents to contact Reception in order to confirm the absence and the reason for the absence. • A medical certificate should be brought to School if the student is absent for more than two days.

Late Procedure • Please send an email or call the School. • When the student arrives at school, they must sign in at Reception. • A signed note explaining the reason they were late must be given to the Tutor the following day. Appointments and Extended Leave • Parents should always endeavour to make medical, dental and other appointments out of school hours. • If appointments are scheduled during the school day, parents should email absence@queenwood. nsw.edu.au and their Tutor detailing the reason and time of the appointment as soon as possible. • On the day of the appointment, parents must visit Reception and sign the student out. If the student is returning to school, the student must return to Reception to be signed in by a staff member. • Family holidays must be taken during school holidays and only in extraordinary circumstances should holidays be arranged during school terms. • Permission to be absent for any reason must be requested 3 weeks in advance from the Principal.

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Junior School Day-to-Day Important Information Junior School Timetable ROLL CALL AND JUST READ*

8:20AM

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8:40AM

PERIOD 1

8:40AM

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9:30AM

PERIOD 2

9:30AM

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10:30AM

RECESS

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10:50AM

PERIOD 3

10:50AM

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11:50AM

PERIOD 4

11:50AM

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12:50PM

LUNCH

12:50PM

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1:45PM

PERIOD 5

1:45PM

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2:45PM

KINDY DISMISSAL

2:50PM

YEAR 1 DISMISSAL

2:55PM

YEAR 2 DISMISSAL

3:00PM

YEARS 3 - 6 DISMISSAL

3:10PM

This is a guide, each student is provided with an individual timetable. *This may altered for some Year groups.

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Attendance Students are expected to: • Be punctual at all times. A student who arrives late to school must sign the Late Book at Reception and receive a late slip to hand to her class teacher. A student who needs to depart early must be collected from Reception.

• Attend school from the first day of term to the last, including events identified by the School as compulsory e.g., sports carnivals, Speech Night.

Late Procedure

Absence Procedure

• When the student arrives at school, they must sign in at Reception.

JUNIOR SCHOOL ABSENCES Absences should be reported by calling Reception on +61 2 8968 7711 or emailing junior.switch@queenwood. nsw.edu.au and copy the class teacher with a reason by 8:30am.

• Should be reported by calling Reception on +61 2 8968 7711 or emailing junior.switch@queenwood. nsw.edu.au

Appointments and Extended Leave • Parents should always endeavour to make medical, dental and other appointments out of school hours. • Family holidays must be taken during school holidays and only in extraordinary circumstances should holidays be arranged during school terms. • Permission to be absent for any reason must be requested 3 weeks in advance from the Head of Junior School and Principal.

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Wellbeing at Queenwood Understanding that the social and academic wellbeing of a student is inextricably linked and is core to the care of students at Queenwood. It is impossible to consider one without the other. The wellbeing of our students from K – 12 operates under the framework of a horizontal year-based system. In the Junior School the classroom teacher is pivotal to the ongoing care and delivery of the wellbeing program, whilst in Years 7 – 12 students are assigned to a tutorial group. Within each Tutor Group, there will be approximately 14 students and the Tutor is core in the daily care. In addition to meeting daily, the Tutor also works with the Year Coordinator to deliver a wellbeing program that is aligned with our student’s developmental growth and is underpinned by core social and emotional competencies. The values of Queenwood; Truth, Courage and Service are integral to the relationships fostered between students, staff and parents within our school community. Communication between parents and teachers is critical to the wellbeing of our students. We encourage parents in K – 6 to always contact the class teacher, in Years 7 – 12 to initially contact their daughters Tutor.

Counsellor The role of the School Counsellor at Queenwood is to assist students in dealing with issues that they may find difficult to manage on their own. The School Counsellor can provide strategies to help students cope with challenging situations and to make sense of their experiences. The relationship is embedded in confidentiality unless the issue encroaches on school rules or Government law. Senior School girls may make appointments in person, via email or by telephone. Parents of Junior School girls may make appointments for their daughters via email. Appointments can be scheduled at a time to suit the student including before school, at lunch or during the day. CONTACT Mrs Jillian Gallagher counsellor@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

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Cocurricular Activities There is a wide range of cocurricular activities on offer. These include a variety of sports, music, enrichment and community service initiatives. These activities occur either before school, at lunch or after school, and some attract a charge for special materials required or for specialist coaching. Once enrolled, students are expected to honour their commitment by attending all scheduled sessions. Details of activities are available in the On Offer booklet on the Induction Page via the QR code below.

Data Collection Form All schools in New South Wales are required to collect census information for the following purposes: • When registering or enrolling students with the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA); • When administering standardised tests on behalf of the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA); • When applying for Federal Government funding; and/or • To track and forecast demographic trends within the School population. This content is saved in a secure database as part of your daughter’s existing school record.

QUERIES DirectorOfAdmissions@queenwood.nsw.edu.au For more information please refer to the Privacy Policy on our website.

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SENIOR SCHOOL ART & DESIGN CAMPUS 23 The Esplanade & cnr Esther Rd

Medical All families of students new to the School must complete a Health Form prior to commencement. We encourage full disclosure without which our obligation and ability to care for your child may be compromised. Parents of students with high risk conditions such as Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Diabetes or Epilepsy will also be asked to submit a specific health plan for their daughter. These assessments provide us with detailed information relating to the student’s current treatment, symptoms, triggers, maintenance and emergency procedure. This information is recorded and used as a reference when your daughter needs medical attention or appears unwell. Teaching staff will be informed of special health needs.

Emergency Contacts Accidents do occur. In any emergency, the injured student will be the primary consideration. Parents will be contacted as soon as possible. If a parent cannot be contacted, the School acts in loco parentis. It is of critical importance that we have reliable up-to-date information and it is essential that the School be notified of any changes of telephone numbers and that emergency contact numbers are also provided and updated as necessary. This information needs to be emailed to the Business.Office@queenwood.nsw.edu.au If both parents are away from home for any length of time and your daughter is under the care of a temporary guardian, please notify your daughter’s class teacher or tutor of the emergency contact details during your period of absence.

Immunisations Schools are required by the NSW Health Department to collect the immunisation records of all students. You will be asked to supply a copy of your daughter’s Australian Central Immunisation Register (ACIR) certificate when returning the Health Form. If your daughter holds an international immunisation certificate, you will need to arrange to see a General Practitioner (GP) who will ensure your daughter’s immunisation schedule meets the Australian requirements. Medicare will then issue an ACIR certificate. 36

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Illness at School When a student is sick at school, she should inform her class teacher and then go to Reception. A parent / carer will then be contacted to arrange collection. Please refer to the Code of Conduct on page 8 and 17 regarding appointments and students leaving the school during the day.

Medication at School For asthma and severe allergic reactions, parents need to supply duplicate medication (e.g. Epipen, inhaler) to both their daughter and Reception. It is the parents’ responsibility to collect medication at the end of each academic year and return it on or before the first day of school the following year.At this point, emergency care plans are reviewed and medication is updated. It is the parents’ responsibility to be aware of expiry dates.

HOW TO COMPLETE A HEALTH FORM An online form is supplied to all new families and must be completed and returned with accompanying documentation (including an ACIR Vaccination Certificate) prior to commencement. NEED HELP? + 61 2 8968 7714 enrol@queenwood.nsw.edu.au MEDICAL UPDATES? You can view the Health Information we have on file for your daughter via Queenwood Connect, our parent portal. Medical updates can be submitted via the portal, Business.Office@queenwood.nsw.edu.au or + 61 2 8968 7790 It may take up to 48 hours for changes to reflect on your profile.

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Outdoor Education Years K – 11 attend an annual school camp that works on many levels of personal development. Students get to know each other out of the traditional school environment, by participating in adventurous physical activities such as abseiling, canoeing and bush walking. The ability to work as a team and gain new skills creates a bond between the girls, who also develop self-confidence and resilience when faced with challenges. Queenwood works in partnership with specialist outdoor education providers to deliver a unique sequence of outdoor education programs that focus on building leadership skills. Each program builds incrementally on the previous year, with students gradually developing a greater sense of independence and confidence in the natural environment. The sequence requires more from students each year. This may be in the form of longer programs, more demanding personal organisation, changing environments or more effective communication. These camps not only provide opportunities for the girls to experience a range of exciting activities, but they encourage students to take initiative, think responsibly and make empathetic decisions. This is especially important in today’s ever increasing digital world.

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FAQs Does every girl have to attend? The Outdoor Education Program is compulsory. It is integral in developing in the girls a deeper understanding of themselves, others and the natural world. It is also an important activity for integration within the year group. It is an expectation that Queenwood students commit to the Outdoor Education Program and attend camp. The inherent benefits of camp cannot be realised without student participation and attendance. Where necessary, staff responsible for pastoral care and the Outdoor Education Program can adapt programs to meet individual needs and enable girls to attend camp. Only in extreme cases will a girl be permitted to not attend camp (e.g. medical condition, hospitalisation, recovering from injury or surgery) and formal permission must be sought from the Principal or Head of Junior School. Parents play a crucial role in supporting the School in the delivery of the program. Confidence, enthusiasm and active engagement in their daughter’s journey are the key factors that will help to ensure a positive outdoor educational experience. Can my daughter take her phone? Phones are not permitted on camp. It is important that the girls are able to remove themselves entirely from modern technology and ‘unplug’ from the invasiveness of digital life. A clear purpose of attending camp is the formation of a strong connection with the natural world and phones do not allow this to occur. In the rare case that a girl does need to communicate with home during the camp, this can be arranged with staff. There is no need for any girl to have her own mobile phone. Whom do I contact in case of a family emergency? Please call the school emergency contact number listed on the camp permission slip. A school representative will be able to take your call. This phone will be attended 24 hours a day. Queenwood has clear lines of communication to all venues and group leaders. Where do I find more information? Full details, including contact information, are sent to parents well in advance of Camp Week with further information available from Reception: senior.switch@queenwood.nsw.edu.au junior.switch@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

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Risk Warning (Under Section 5M of Civil Liability Act 2002) On Behalf of Queenwood and AHIGS: Sporting Activities 2024 Queenwood School (“Queenwood”) organises many individual and team sporting activities during the course of a year. Some of these are organised in conjunction with IGSA Sport, a sub-committee of the Association of Heads of Independent Girls’ Schools NSW (AHIGS), now trading as IGSA. Students participating in these sporting activities take part in practice and in competitions. Queenwood and IGSA Sport expect students to take responsibility for their own safety by wearing compulsory safety equipment, by thinking carefully about the use of safety equipment that is highly recommended and by behaving in a safe and responsible manner towards team members, opponents, spectators, officials, property and grounds. Queenwood and IGSA Sport also expect parents, spectators and other participants to behave in a safe and responsible manner, to comply with the Codes of Conduct and to set a good example for the girls. While Queenwood and IGSA Sport take measures to make the sporting activities as safe as reasonably possible for participants, there is a risk that students can be injured and suffer loss (including financial loss) and damage as a result of their participation in these sporting activities, whether at training or in actual events. Such injury can occur while the student is engaging in or watching a sporting activity, or travelling to and from the event. The injury may result from a student’s actions, the actions of others, the state of the premises or equipment failure. On some occasions, an injury can be serious (such as torn ligaments, dislocations, back injuries, concussion or broken bones). In very rare cases an injury can be life threatening or result in permanent disability. If a student has a pre-existing injury, participating in a sporting activity could result in an exacerbation of that injury. Students could also suffer loss as a result of their personal property being lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed.

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(Under Section 5M of Civil Liability Act 2002) On Behalf of Queenwood and IGSA. Non-Sporting Activities 2024 Queenwood School (“Queenwood”) organises many activities such as debating, mock trial, orchestra, choir, drama, dance, public speaking, the Da Vinci Decathlon and many others during the course of a year. Some of these are organised in conjunction with the Association of Heads of Independent Girls’ Schools NSW (AHIGS), trading as IGSA. Students participating in these activities take part in practice and in competitions. IGSA administers and convenes inter-school activities (such as IGSA Archdale Debating, IGSA Festival of Speech, IGSA Choral Festival, IGSA Dance Festival and IGSA Chess) in which many students, including students of this school, participate. Queenwood and IGSA also expect parents, spectators and other participants to behave in a safe and responsible manner, to comply with the Codes of Conduct and to set a good example for the girls. While Queenwood and IGSA take measures to make the activities as safe as reasonably possible for participants, there is a risk that students can be injured and suffer loss (including financial loss) and damage as a result of their participation in these activities, whether at practice or in actual events. Such injury can occur while the student is engaging in or watching a nonsporting activity, or travelling to and from the event. The injury may result from a student’s actions, the actions of others, the state of the premises or equipment failure (e.g. a collapsed stage during a debating competition). On some occasions, an injury can be serious (such as torn ligaments, dislocations, back injuries, concussion or broken bones). In very rare cases an injury can be life threatening or result in permanent disability. Students could also suffer loss as a result of their personal property being lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed.

All information contained in the Queenwood Parent Directory is correct at time of printing. To access up-to-date copies of Queenwood School policies visit our website: www.queenwood.nsw.edu.au/policies

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Safe and Supportive Schools Promoting and providing a supportive learning environment in which all students can expect to feel safe is an essential function of all schools. Students have a fundamental right to learn in a safe, supportive environment and to be treated with respect. The framework referenced below presents a way of achieving shared vision of physical and emotional safety and wellbeing for all students at Queenwood.

Guiding Principles for the Provision of a Safe and Supportive School Environment Australian Schools: 1.

Act in accordance with Queenwood’s child safety and wellbeing policies and procedures at all times.

Behave respectfully, courteously and ethically towards children and their families and towards other staff.

Listen and respond to the views and concerns of children, particularly if they communicate (verbally or non-verbally) that they do not feel safe or well.

Promote the human rights, safety and wellbeing of all children.

Demonstrate appropriate personal and professional boundaries.

Consider and respect the diverse backgrounds and needs of children.

Create an environment that promotes and enables children’s participation and is welcoming, culturally safe and inclusive for all children and their families.

Involve children in making decisions about activities, policies and processes that concern them wherever possible.

Contribute, where appropriate, to Queenwood’s policies, discussions, learning and reviews about child safety and wellbeing.

10. Identify and mitigate risks to children’s safety and wellbeing as required by Queenwood’s risk assessment and management policy or process. 11.

Respond to any concerns or complaints of child harm or abuse promptly and in line with Queenwood’s policy and procedure for receiving and responding to complaints.

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Report all suspected or disclosed child harm or abuse as required by Queenwood and by Queenwood’s policy and procedure on internal and external reporting.

13. Comply with Queenwood’s protocols on communicating with children. 14. Comply with relevant legislation and Queenwood’s policies and procedures on record keeping and information sharing. 42

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Technology Excellent teaching relies on a broad range of methods and we therefore embrace the use of a wide variety of technologies. Teachers and students are encouraged to navigate the changing digital landscape thoughtfully and critically. The use of technology is regularly reviewed and modified in light of current evidence. Our approach is balanced: technology is welcomed and integrated where it assists learning, but we are wary of uncritical enthusiasm that promotes technology for its own sake. There is helpful information for parents at CYBERSMART 1800 880 176, esafety.gov.au

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Look for robustness, the device will have to withstand being packed in your daughter’s bag so also consider a protective case or sleeve.

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Consider ergonomics and the weight of the device – the device should weigh 2.0kg or less.

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Look for a mid-range processor and memory specifications; the least expensive devices may be slow, whilst the most expensive will have performance only required for high-end gaming and therefore reduced battery life.

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An Intel i5 or M1 processor and 16GB of RAM is recommended as a minimum. If your daughter is doing an ART or TAS subject then 16GB of RAM is highly recommended.

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256gb hard drive space (storage) is recommended. (Students studying Visual Arts or Design and Technology should consider 512gb.)

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13” screen – anything larger and portability is sacrificed, anything smaller and ergonomics are impacted.

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Wi-Fi Only – no cellular (3G or 4G) capabilities.

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Extended warranty is highly recommended, as is insurance.

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Students studying Music should purchase an Apple laptop along with the Logic Pro Education software bundle).

Kindergarten – Year 8 No personal technology device required. DISCOUNT ON STUDENT DEVICES JB HI-FI Visit jbeducation.com.au/byod/ Enter School Code: QUEENWOODBYOD

QUERIES ITService@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

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Public Bus Services Free Student Travel on Transport NSW Services with an Opal Card The School Opal card gives eligible school students free or subsidised travel on public transport between home and school on trains, buses, ferries and light rail in the Opal network. In addition to School Special services:

Senior School girls may consider the following services: 100 257 144 230 L90 430 244 B-LINE 114

Mosman and City Balmoral and Chatswood via Crows Nest Spit Junction and Chatswood via Crows Nest Spit Junction and North Sydney Express service Spit Junction and Chatswood Express service Spit Junction, Inner West via City Spit Junction and Wynyard Spit Junction to Northern Beaches Royal North Shore via Mosman Shops to Balmoral

Junior School girls may consider the following services (Mosman Shops): 100 238 257 230 244 247 227 246 114

Mosman and City Balmoral and Taronga Zoo Balmoral and Chatswood via Crows Nest Mosman Wharf and North Sydney Chowder Bay and Wynyard Taronga Zoo and Wynyard Mosman Junction and Milsons Pt Balmoral Heights and Wynyard Royal North Shore via Mosman Shops to Balmoral

HOW TO APPLY FOR FREE TRAVEL ON NSW BUSES 1. Complete the online application form at opal.com.au/about-opal/opal-for-school-students 2. Transport for NSW then processes the application. Once approved, the School Opal Card will be sent to the address you provide. REMEMBER Parents must apply for students aged 15 and under. Students must apply if aged 16 and over.

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Queenwood Bus Routes

HOW TO BOOK THE QUEENWOOD BUS Registration and payment is via Trybooking. Bookings open at the end of each term for the next term. Separate communication will be sent to parents and students beforehand. Queenwood – Lane Cove/Lindfield trybooking.com/610397 Queenwood – Allambie Heights trybooking.com/339320 Queenwood – North Curl Curl trybooking.com/339328 Queenwood – Avalon trybooking.com/90797 FURTHER ENQUIRIES For further information about the Q bus service please contact the Business Office on + 61 2 8968 7790 or q@queenwood.nsw.edu.au The Queenwood Bus Policy can be found on the Queenwood website: queenwood.nsw.edu.au/Student-Life/School-Transport For specific enquiries about the bus route please contact Forest Coachlines on +61 2 9485 0698

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Travel Kiss & Drop Zone Additional Information • Collect your children following the release time allocated to your eldest child. • Make sure girls use the footpath-side door when getting in and out of a car. • As much as practicable, all bags and other belongings should be on the floor in the car with your child, not in the boot. • Please do not engage staff in conversation about your child’s day or her general progress; this only prolongs the wait for other parents. • If your child is not there, move through the area and circle around to join the queue again, thereby allowing those waiting behind to keep moving. • If stationary for any length of time, please turn off your engine. • All girls must be collected by 3:30pm from the car park. Any girl not collected will be sent to Reception.

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The car park is supervised 8:00am – 8:20am and 2:50pm – 3:30pm, at which time any uncollected students are taken to Reception and parents are contacted.

2:50pm 2:55pm 3:00pm 3:10pm

WALKING Farewell/wait for your daughter at the Lower Queen Street Gate, she will walk to/from the playground herself. BUS Teachers will supervise girls as they alight from/board the Q bus outside the school gates. More information on pages 38 – 39.

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Use the designated ‘drop off and pick up’ zone situated in the Staff Car Park Queen Street. From Prince Albert Street, enter Queen Street and turn left into the car park. Please remain in your vehicle at all times; do not park in the school car park. Purchase a specialised Car-ID that flips down from your front visor signsafekids.com

Sustainability at Q • Waste is sorted into land fill, organic and co-mingle (recycling). • Paper is collected from all classrooms/offices for recycling. • Worm farms for organic waste (Junior School). • LED lighting to minimise power usage. • Solar panels installed. • Louvred windows for ventilation (used in preference to air conditioning). • Second hand clothing and book sales. • Promote environmentally friendly wrapping for food snacks from home, e.g. Bento boxes – nude food, waxed food cloth wraps. • Students bring cutlery from home on lunch order day to minimise waste. • Canteen food packaging is environmentally friendly. • Paper used for printing is recycled paper.

Lunch Orders • School lunches can be ordered for students via the Flexi Schools website flexischools.com.au and via the QR code. • Before ordering for the first time, you must set up an account for your child/ren. • Orders are to be placed no later than 8:30am on the day that the order is required. • The Senior School has a canteen on site open during Recess and Lunch for students to make purchases.

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Uniform Junior School Uniform

Senior School Uniform

School Bags

• Backpack $85

• Backpack large $95

• Library / Excursion bag $25

• Sports bag $40

• Sports bag $35

Summer Uniform

• 2 x Grey Summer dress $95 ea

• 2 x Red Summer dress $85 ea

• Panama hat $80

• Black blazer $220

• Panama hat - rain cover $10

• Jumper $80

• Blazer $200

• Socks, 3 pack (white turnover) $15

• Jumper $80

• Black shoes

• Raincoat $22 • Red hat $15 • Socks, 3 pack (white turnover) $15 • Red shoes (K–2 only) $100 • Black shoes (3–6) Winter Uniform • Pinafore $135 • 2 x Shirt/Blouses $50 ea • Black knee-length socks, 3 pack $24 • Black tights $15 - $20 Sports Uniform • PE shirt $45 • PE shorts $30 • Tracksuit pants $75 • Tracksuit jacket $100 • Sports socks $10 Optional: Earrings $45

Optional: Short sleeve blouse and shorts

Winter Uniform • Winter skirt $135 • 2 x Shirt/Blouses $55 ea • Black tights $20 • In addition to the above: $25 ea Year 10 – Tie, red Year 11 – Tie, charcoal Year 12 – Tie, stripe Sports Uniform • 2 x PE shirt $50 ea • PE shorts $35 • Tracksuit pants $75 • Tracksuit jacket $110 • “House” shirt $35 • Sports cap $23 • Sports socks $10 • Swimsuit $80 • Swim cap $3.50 Optional: Earrings $45

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Uniform Requirements • Students must wear their uniform with respect. All clothing must be regulation uniform and in good condition. Dresses are to be knee-length, and hats must be worn to and from school. Shoes must be polished. Hair that reaches the shoulder must be tied back. • Students are not to wear makeup, nail polish or jewellery. Queenwood earrings (one in each ear lobe) and a watch are permitted (No smart watches) • We actively encourage students to wear sunscreen and to apply sunscreen before school each day. • Sun hats are a compulsory part of the school uniform in the Junior School. ‘No Hat, Play in the Shade’ means that girls without a hat must stay in shaded areas during outdoor breaks and activities.

APPOINTMENT BOOKINGS Visit schoolinterviews.com.au and enter the code y55xt. Siblings should book adjacent slots in the booking system. Bookings open at the start of each term. Information will be provided to parents prior. Appointments are at the Uniform Shop in the Junior School, 6 Queen Street, Mosman and take approximately 45 minutes. The initial cost is approximately $1200 with an additional $300 for winter items required in March/April. Cash payments cannot be accepted. Please note, second hand uniform stock is available for purchase year round at your fitting appointment at the Uniform Shop. ONLINE ORDERS flexischools.com.au QUERIES Uniform.Shop@queenwood.nsw.edu.au, +61 2 8968 7740 The Uniform Shop is open for walk-ins: 8:00am – 9:30am and 2:00pm – 3:30pm Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays (no appointment necessary). Appointments are still required outside of these times.

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Queenwood Parents Association The objectives of the QPA The purpose of the QPA is to create a strong and supportive parent community that will both enhance our daughters’ learning experience and strengthen the bonds of community within the parent body. We do this by: • Friend-raising: Fostering a community of parents and support through year group events. • Community-raising: Creating a community of like-minded parents to support the school through the committee and through schoolwide events. • Fund-raising: Helping to raise funds for the school’s pastoral care program which discretely supports Queenwood families who are experiencing hardship at that point in their lives. This strong sense of community is a striking characteristic of Queenwood and the QPA aims to nurture this and bring the school community together through these social functions, support groups and fundraising. A range of events and services are offered each year.

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The welcoming of new families to the School Parents meet once a term for general meetings. The QPA news items are communicated in the Queenwood Newsletter and more detailed articles in the QNews. There is a QPA Committee Meeting once a month (during term time). To assist with communication, the QPA organises year level parent representatives at the beginning of the year to liaise between the parents and the School. These year level representatives provide a variety of social events. For questions, suggestions, or to get involved, contact presidentqpa@gmail.com

Site Information Animals on School Grounds Animals are not permitted to enter school grounds without specific prior permission. Parents are advised not to bring pets of any other kind into the school grounds without prior permission. Please refer any requests to the Head of Junior School or the Deputy Principal.

Emergency Evacuation Procedures Students and staff carry out evacuation drills and lockdowns at regular intervals throughout the year. Any parent, visitor or contractor who is on-site during an emergency evacuation is requested to follow the directions of staff. Parents are advised not to collect their child and leave.

No Smoking Queenwood has a strict ‘No Smoking’ policy. Parents, staff and visitors are not permitted to smoke within the school grounds.

Visiting the School Parents and visitors who wish to visit the School during school hours, must sign in via Reception and wear a visitor’s badge while on the school grounds.

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Key Contacts General Enquiries

Business Office

queenwood.nsw.edu.au q@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

6 Queen Street, Mosman 2088 T: +61 2 8968 7790 F: +61 2 9960 6724

POSTAL DETAILS: Locked Bag 1, Mosman 2088

Careers

Junior School

careers@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

6 Queen Street, Mosman 2088 T: +61 2 8968 7711

Lunch Orders

OFFICE HOURS: Mon – Fri 8:00am – 4:00pm

Senior School 47 Mandolong Road, Mosman 2088 T: +61 2 8968 7777

flexischools.com.au

Music Lessons (Private Tuition) T: +61 2 8968 7759 Music@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

OFFICE HOURS: Mon – Fri 7:45am – 5:00pm

Lawrance Campus (Science & Sport)

Junior School After School Care

44 Mandolong Road, Mosman 2088 T: +61 2 8968 7739

BOOKINGS: +61 2 9968 4044 AFTER SCHOOL CARE: 0412 229 164 (3:00pm – 6:00pm) asc@mosmanprep.nsw.edu.au

OFFICE HOURS: Mon – Fri 7:45am – 3:45pm

Art & Design Campus

Junior: Mon – Tues T: +61 2 8968 7757

23 The Esplanade and cnr Esther Road Mosman 2088 T: +61 2 8968 7722

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School Counsellor (K-12)

Senior: Wed – Fri T: +61 2 8968 7761 Mrs Jillian Gallagher counsellor@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

Sport

Uniform Shop

T: +61 2 8968 7783 Junior.Sport@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

WALK INS (NO APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY): Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00am – 9:30am 2:00pm – 3:30pm

T: +61 2 8968 7739 Senior.Sport@queenwood.nsw.edu.au T: +61 2 8968 7772 Aquatics@queenwood.nsw.edu.au Dance@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

Rowing Shed Spit Reserve, Mosman NSW 2088 Rowing@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

Tennis Centre

Appointments are still required outside of these times. T: +61 2 8968 7740 Uniform.Shop@queenwood.nsw.edu.au FOR ORDERS: flexischools.com.au Uniform Shop Information:

1110 Oxford Falls Road Oxford Falls NSW 2100 T: +61 2 9452 2298 M: +61 421 813 940 Tennis@queenwood.nsw.edu.au OPENING HOURS: Monday 8:00am – 10:15pm Tues – Thurs 8:00am – 9:30pm Friday 8:00am – 7:00pm Saturday 7:30am – 6:00pm Sunday 8:00am – 5:30pm

Uniform Shop Orders:

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CHECK LIST

☐ After School Care ☐ Book order * ☐ Communication ☐ Cocurricular activities ☐ Data Collection Form * ☐ Lunch orders ☐ Medical form* ☐ Subject choices ☐ Technology ☐ Travel ☐ Uniform* ☐ Q Parents Association p.6

p.8

p.24

p.31 See On Offer p.31

p.45

p.35

Senior School, On Offer/Academic Profile Form

p.41

p.42

p.46

p.48

Items in italics must be organised prior to commencement.

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QUEENWOOD LOCKED BAG 1 MOSMAN NSW 2088 +61 2 8968 7777 q@queenwood.nsw.edu.au queenwood.nsw.edu.au ABN 83000532696

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