Class Allocations Policy

Guidelines:

Each year all teachers  are involved in discussions to allocate students to class groups for the following year.  The Year 7 teachers meet with the Year 6 teachers and so on.  Classes are assembled using the following guidelines:-

*      All classes must be balanced with a range of ability grouping.

*      There must be a balance between boys and girls.

*      There must be a fair distribution of students with special learning needs through to gifted and talented students.

*      Year 1 - 3 classes, single draft or composite, should be a maximum of twenty-five children.

*      Year 4 - 7 classes, single draft or composite, can be a maximum of twenty-eight children.

*      Some children may be separated to facilitate behaviour management.

*      Parental recommendations form part of the allocation process but the final placement of each student will be decided by the Principal..

*      Once class lists are finalised, the only changes will be new enrolments or transfers.

Computers-Information Technology?

Computers are an important part of the learning environment at our school. All classrooms have access to at least four or five networked computers and a networked laser printer. Teachers have access to a colour printer for special projects as well as digital cameras and a data projector. All classes and the Resource Centre have access to many networked programs that support the key curriculum areas, as well as internet access for email and research. Our system is maintained by a qualified technician who is funded from our Information Technology Grant. The school has an Information Technology Program to ensure that students' skills and knowledge continue to evolve.

Crossing Supervisor

Our school crossing is located on the Kennedy Highway and operates before and after school every school day.  All pedestrians - children and adults- and all drivers are required to follow the directions of our Crossing Supervisor..