Stationery
All stationery required is available from the school secretary after 9 am.
Attendance Dues:
Attendance Dues are collected on behalf of the Bishop of Christchurch, i.e. the Proprietor of the school.
All Catholic Schools charge Attendance Dues which are a legally binding charge on all parents and caregivers who have enrolled their children at a Catholic school. This is payable, unless in special circumstances, the charge has been waived by the Proprietor of the school for specific issues associated with a family.
In the Christchurch Diocese the Attendance Due charge is $33.75 per term (including GST) for each child. The account is sent out early at the beginning of each term, on behalf of the parish.
The charging of Attendance Dues is authorised under the Private Schools Conditional Integration Act (1975) and are used to pay for costs associated with the land and buildings for the Catholic schools in the Diocese.
Where a parent has four or more children at a Catholic Primary School their attendance dues invoice will be for three children only, i.e. the fourth child, and any further children, will not be charged for attendance dues.
Accounts are sent at the beginning of each term. If possible, parents are strongly encouraged to set up an automatic payment with their bank.
Catholic Special Character Contribution
The Catholic Special Character Contribution is collected on behalf of the Catholic Education Office and is used to cover costs associated with the provision and delivery of professional development and advisory services in support of Catholic Special Character in Catholic primary schools in the Diocese. The 2010 Diocesan Catholic Special Character Contribution is $5 per term, per child. This financial contribution is a tax deductible donation.
Reporting:
A written report is issued at mid - year for the Year 4-6 students with the opportunity of a conference with the student. All students are issued with a written report in December. The Junior students will have a report around the time of their birthday and at the end of the year.
Parents are welcome to make an appointment with the class teacher to talk about your child’s progress or any concerns you may have.
Newsletters are sent home on Wednesday's with the eldest child from each family.
We have an ‘Open door’ policy. Parents are most welcome at our school.
Lunch
Filled rolls are available on Mondays and Thursdays.
Place orders at the Office before school.
Water Only
There are water fountains in the classrooms and in the playground.
Smoke Free - Chewing Gum Free
This rule applies to students, staff and all adults.
No toys, lollies, or fizz drink at school please.
Playground Safety
For safety of children NO cars other than staff cars should be in the school playground at any time.
Oral Health
If your child requires immediate attention please telephone the school Secretary who will tell you where the Dental Therapists are. Phone 982.0009.
Health Nurse
The Public Health Nurse visits the school every month and at the request of the Principal.
