Important Dates

• Date: Monday, 17 November 2025

• Time: 8:45 am – 1:00 pm

• Venue: College Hall (drop-off and pick-up via the Guillemont Road gate; staff will be present to greet and direct students)

As part of the transition into Year 7, all new students will participate in an Academic Assessment Testing Day. The purpose of this assessment is to provide us with a snapshot of each student’s current skills in key areas such as literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving. These results enable teachers to understand each child’s strengths and areas for development, ensuring that learning needs are supported and appropriate extension is provided where required.

Please note: students do not need to prepare for these assessments. They are simply one part of the overall picture we use to support a smooth transition into the College.

Students are required to:

• Wear their current school uniform

• Bring snacks and a water bottle

• Bring a book to read in case they finish early

Date: Monday, 24th November 2025

New Students: Time: 9:00 am – 3:15 pm (Existing Students- Normal School Day 8:30am- 2:45pm)

Venue: College Hall

New Students Arrival:

Students must be dropped off via the Guillemont Road gate ONLY, where they will be greeted and directed by College staff. Please note that the first morning bell rings at 8:25 am, as this is a busy time in and around the College, allow plenty of time for parking and walking your child to the College Hall.

Pickup & Parent Tours for New Students to the College:

Parents/carers are invited to join their child for a College tour at 3:30 pm, conducted by teachers and current students. If you do not wish to attend the tour, please arrange to pick up your child at 3:15 pm from the front of the College Hall. Note that 3:00–3:15 pm is a busy time due to end-of-day dismissal.

It is important that students are picked up directly from the College at the conclusion of Orientation Day. Students should not make arrangements to go home with current students, as Orientation concludes at 3:15 pm. College staff will be present at both arrival and dismissal to support this process.

Student Requirements:

• Wear current school sports uniform, including school hat

• Bring lunch, snacks, and a water bottle

• Canteen facilities will not be available on this day

RSVP & Medical Information:

Please complete the RSVP and Medical Information form for Orientation Day by clicking on the following link: [RSVP Form]. Forms are due Friday, 8th November 2025.

To ensure all students are fully prepared for the start of the school year, all new students are required to book an appointment for their laptop setup before Day 1.

During this session, our Information Technology team will:

• Install the necessary programs

• Connect the device to the College network

• Ensure the laptop is functioning correctly

A booking link will be sent to families in early 2026. 

All Students Require a MacBook Laptop

Recommended device is: M2 13-inch MacBook Air 256 GBSee Website for more details: https://www.educomit.com.au/dow/dow-portal-2/ 

This is a compulsory event for at least one parent or carer to attend with their child. The evening will provide an important opportunity to:

• Meet key College staff

• Learn more about the transition into Middle Years Learning

• Explore the programs and opportunities available to students

• Receive practical information about school routines, expectations, and support structures

• Understand how the College will partner with families to ensure a smooth and successful start to Year 7

• Connect with other parents in our community

The event will take place in the early weeks of Term 1, 2026. Confirmation of the exact date will be sent closer to the time.