Facebook Page
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YouTube Channel
Stay connected and explore school activities on the Caroline Chisholm School YouTube channel.
School Hours & Attendance
- Students begin arriving at school from 8:30am. Classes commence at 9:00am and finish at 3:00pm. Recess is from 11:00 - 11:25am, and lunchtime is from 12:55 - 1:45pm.
- Afternoon pick-up begins at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
- If your child is late or needs to be picked up early, please wait at the front gate and call 9709 4661 (then dial 1 when prompted). A staff member will either collect your child from the front gate or bring them to you if you are picking them up early. You will be asked to provide a reason for late or early attendance.
School attendance is linked to School Bytes. When a student is absent or has a partial absence, an email will be sent, and parents will need to respond via the School Bytes Parent Portal. Please provide a doctor's certificate if your child's absence exceeds two days.
Enrolment
Students are enrolled at Caroline Chisholm School through a placement panel process. Parents will receive an "Offer of Enrolment" and are asked to contact the school to finalise enrolment arrangements.
Excursions
Excursions are a key part of the curriculum at Caroline Chisholm School, including visits to splash parks, the zoo, the aquarium, travel training, and more. Full details of each excursion will be provided to parents, and a signed permission slip must be returned promptly. Excursion planners are sent home each term.
School Council
The school council meets once a term on a Wednesday night. It is composed of parents, staff, and community members and serves a governance role advocating for the needs of the school and its students.
Newsletters
A newsletter is sent home once a term, providing updates on school and parent activities, the Principal's report, class contributions, and student achievements. The newsletter is also available online and can be downloaded from the school's website.
School Bytes
School Bytes is used for important communications such as absence notifications, excursion updates, and school activities. Parents can access the School Bytes Parent Portal to view and respond to communications regarding their child’s attendance or upcoming events. Additionally, any changes or reminders regarding your child’s school schedule or activities will be sent via School Bytes. This platform helps streamline communication between the school and parents, ensuring everyone stays informed and up to date. Click here to view more information on School Bytes
Communication Books
Each student is provided with a Communication Book, which is sent home daily. This allows teachers and parents to communicate about the student’s achievements or any matters that may affect their learning. In addition to the Communication Book, the school uses a platform called Seesaw to enhance communication and share children’s work with their families. Seesaw has been used with great success, and we’ve received excellent feedback from parents and family members. If you do not have access to Seesaw, please let your child's teacher know, and they will assist you in getting connected. Seesaw also offers the option to translate messages into the spoken language of the parent or carer, making communication even easier for those who prefer to receive messages in their native language.
School Transport
Students may be eligible to be transported to and from school via contract buses or taxis arranged by the Assisted School Transport Program. Parents must apply for transport and provide reasons for the need.
School Uniform
Caroline Chisholm School has a uniform policy. Parents can order uniforms online through this link.