Sunbury Primary School Parent Information Handbook

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Inclement WeatherAt times when the weather conditions are extreme in terms of temperature or wind the childrenremain in classrooms under the direct supervision of teaching staff.Infectious Diseases(See Appendix 2)A First Aid room exists for minor injuries and staff will attend to these. In the event of a moreserious injury, parents will be contacted should further medical attention be required.Whilst it important that children attend school as often as possible, please remember that homeis the best place for a sick child.Parents are encouraged to seek medical assistance to ensure effective management of illnessand community health.The list of communicable diseases and the period of exclusion from schools is available at alltimes from the general office.In cases of illnesses, other than those mentioned on the chart, parents are asked to contact theschool for advice on exclusion of children. Good Health is vital to maximise school progress. Allparents can help by isolating their children as soon as possible when an infectious disease isdetected.InterviewsInterviews can be arranged by contacting the General Office. When seeking an appointmentplease inform our office staff of the reason for the interview. In cases where parents are seekingan interview with the Principal in matters of a confidential nature then the office staff will directyou to the Principal.JewelleryThe wearing of jewellery is discouraged, plain small (no longer than 15 mm) sleepers or studearrings are permitted. A watch may also be worn. It should be noted that the school cannot beheld responsible for the loss of any jewellery being worn to school. It is the parent’s/child’sresponsibility to safeguard these items.Interschool Sport and House SportChildren in Years 3 - 6 have the opportunity to participate ininter-school sport, competing against local schools on a one-dayper term, ‘Round Robin’ basis.House sport is played on a weekly basis and involves a widevariety of sports. Children from Years 3 to 6 are involved inHouse Sport.Junior School CouncilChildren in the upper grades have the opportunity to participate in decision-making activitiesvia Junior School Council (J.S.C.). The JSC conducts regular events such as Footy Day,Easter activities and appropriate fund-raisers for charity. ie. Canteen and Cystic Fibrosis.15
Kids, Fruit and DrinkThe school encourages the practice of children eating healthy snacks of fruit and vegetablesand drinking water in order to remain hydrated throughout the day. Classes will develop theirown routines to support this practice.Leaving schoolWhere there is a change to the arrangements for children being picked up or leaving schoolparents are to provide written permission detailing the arrangements. Names of people pickingup your child, contact numbers and clear directions explaining the changed circumstancesare required. Phone contact is not sufficient.Lost PropertyAnything that is brought to school should be named, especially all items of school uniform.Lost property is housed next to the General Office. Items are regularly sorted by members ofthe Parents’ Association The box is cleared at the end of each term and any unnamed itemsare given to charity.Lunch ArrangementsThe majority of the children stay at school for lunch but any child may go home for lunch on aregular or irregular basis providing they are signed out and signed back in. The teacherconcerned also needs to be notified in writing.Children may bring a cut lunch to school each day with them or they may order lunch fromthe school canteen on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday. Children in all classes eattheir lunch under supervision, before they are allowed out to play.Medical Details and MedicationPlease ensure that we are informed about your child’s medical details. If your child suffers fromasthma or has a severe allergy, you will need to contact the school office and complete furtherdocumentation. The school requires parents to complete a Medication Form before anymedicine can be administered. These forms are available from the general office and theschool’s website. See also – Anaphylaxis, Asthma and First Aid sections of this booklet.National Literacy and Numeracy Tests (NAPLAN)The National Literacy and Numeracy Testing are conducted in May for Year 3 and Year 5 students,assessing:• Language Conventions (including spelling, grammar and punctuation)• Reading• Writing• Numeracy.Additional information regarding NAPLAN is published in the school newsletter.Outside School Hours ProgramsThis service is provided by Extend and they can be contacted by telephone 9818 2139 or viatheir web-site http://www.extendaustralia.com.au/Hours of operation:Before School ProgramAfter Hours ProgramVacation Care programs7.00am to 8.45am3.30am to 6.30pmAs advised via school newsletter/notice.16
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Page 3 and 4: IntroductionSunbury Primary School
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Page 19 and 20: Pupil Free DaysFour pupil free days
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