what do i need to do as a parent/carer before 2026?
what do i need to do as a parent/carer before 2026?
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Your child will start at Picnic Point High School supported by a Transition program in the first few weeks of 2026 and also in the timetabled Wellbeing classes. The teachers will develop a deep knowledge of their students, whilst providing a solid foundation for all Year 7 students in the early stages of high school.
The Year 7 Transition Program is designed to provide essential information to students regarding school procedures and expectations, while also outlining student support structures within the school.
This program includes learning about:
the School Common Values of Respect, Responsibility and Participation
indoor and outdoor roll call procedures
canteen ordering and collection process
Sentral access, how to achieve positive points and completing passports
staff roles eg.Year Adviser, Assistant Year Adviser, Deputy Principal, School Counsellor
BYOD Workshop
Inclusivity and Diversity
Before your child starts in 2026, spend some time with them viewing our Interactive Prospectus (link and image above). This prospectus highlights many of the subjects, activities and specialist rooms/spaces your child will utilise during their time at Picnic Point High School.
How does my child apply for the extension class for 2026?
How does my child apply for the extension class for 2026?
Picnic Point High School caters for all learners. The High Potentional and Gifted Education Program supports the extension of students through differentiated programs and varied teaching techniques specifically designed to provide optimal learning conditions to support the talent development of gifted students.
Students who thrive in an extension environment are those who are highly motivated independent learners, flexible in their thinking, well organised, well developed literacy/numeracy skills and broad general knowledge.
If you would like your child considered for the High Potential and Gifted Education class for 2026 please fill out the 'Extension Class Application Form' and return in person to our front office or via email to picnicpt-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au by Tuesday 9 December 2025.
Year 7 Extension Class Application Form
Please title the subject line: Year 7 2026 Extension Class Application
how do we order food from the canteen?
how do we order food from the canteen?
Our school now has online ordering through flexischools. Simply download the app from the App Store or Google Play to your phone, select the food and drink required, make your payment and your child will have their recess/lunch order ready for pick up the next day.
does my child need a laptop for high school?
does my child need a laptop for high school?
Yes. Our school commenced a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) program in 2021. A list of recommended devices are available at the HP BYOD Schools Site, use the school code PicnicPHS .
The BYOD Program Student Handbook also outlines our recommended device specifications, as well as, regularly used sites and programs for each subject and is available on our school website. Click on the image or underlined link above.
Students are expected to use the 'detnsw' Wi-Fi at school and log on via detnsw.net every day before accessing other applications.
where do i buy school uniforms?
where do i buy school uniforms?
Picnic Point High School has always had a strict uniform policy. All students are expected to be in full school uniform everyday including approved headwear. Students who are out of uniform will be offered clothing or shoes to borrow from our supply of quality, near new shoes and uniforms .
School uniforms may be purchased from Lowes Bankstown and Panania Uniforms and Embroidery, 34 Anderson Avenue, Panania.
how will i know what is happening at high school?
how will i know what is happening at high school?
Follow us on Social Media:
Facebook Picnic Point High School - Official
School Website https://picnicpt-h.schools.nsw.gov.au/
We also have a School Newsletter which is produced twice per term called 'The Point'. The newsletter is emailed to all parents and is also available on our website.
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