tenison woods catholic school

PROSPECTUS

Tenison Woods Catholic School

a faith filled community with a commitment to

Inspire Innovate Excel

Contents VISION STATEMENT ........................................................................................................... 4

MISSION STATEMENT ........................................................................................................ 4

LEARNING VISION .............................................................................................................. 4

MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL ........................................................................................ 5

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL ......................................................................................................... 6

CATHOLIC IDENTITY ........................................................................................................ 6

PATRON OF OUR SCHOOL ............................................................................................... 6

WHAT IT MEANS TO BELONG TO THE TENISON WOODS COMMUNITY .......................... 6

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL ......................................................................................................... 7

EXPECTATIONS AND BEHAVIOUR .................................................................................... 7

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL ......................................................................................................... 8

THE TENISON TEN ........................................................................................................... 8

WELL BEING .................................................................................................................... 8

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL ......................................................................................................... 9

SCHOOL BASED........................................................................................................... 9

THEORETICAL BASE .................................................................................................... 9

ENROLMENT .................................................................................................................... 10

CONDITIONS OF ENROLMENT ....................................................................................... 10

ENROLMENT PROCEDURE ............................................................................................. 10

CHARTER FOR PARENTS IN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS SA ......................................................... 11

FROM KINDY TO SCHOOL ................................................................................................. 12

RECEPTION ....................................................................................................................... 12

SCHOOL CURRICULUM ..................................................................................................... 13


CROSS CURRICULUM PRIORITIES .................................................................................. 14

CATHOLIC ETHOS ...................................................................................................... 14

ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER HISTORIES AND CULTURES ................. 14

ASIA AND AUSTRALIA’S ENGAGEMENT WITH ASIA ................................................... 14

INCLUSIVE EDUCATION ............................................................................................ 14

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING ................................................................................ 14

SUSTAINABILITY ....................................................................................................... 14

GENERAL CAPABILITIES: ................................................................................................ 14

LITERACY .................................................................................................................. 14

NUMERACY .............................................................................................................. 14


INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ICT) .................................. 15

CRITICAL AND CREATIVE THINKING .......................................................................... 15

ETHICAL BEHAVIOUR ................................................................................................ 15

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL COMPETENCE ..................................................................... 15

INTERCULTURAL UNDERSTANDING .......................................................................... 15

THE SCHOOL BOARD ........................................................................................................ 15

SCHOOL HOURS AND SUPERVISION ................................................................................. 16

COMMUNICATION ........................................................................................................... 16

NEWSLETTERS ............................................................................................................... 16

PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONS ................................................................................ 16

ASSEMBLIES .................................................................................................................. 16

MASSES/LITURGIES ....................................................................................................... 17

PARENTS AND FRIENDS COMMITTEE ............................................................................... 17

PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT ................................................................................................ 17

OUT OF SCHOOL HOURS CARE ......................................................................................... 18

HOT/WET WEATHER POLICY ............................................................................................ 18

FEES ................................................................................................................................. 18

UNIFORM ......................................................................................................................... 19

GIRLS AND BOYS UNI-SEX ............................................................................................. 19

GROOMING .................................................................................................................. 19

HATS ............................................................................................................................. 19

NAMING OF PERSONAL PROPERTY ............................................................................... 19

Tenison Woods Catholic Primary School 4

VISION STATEMENT

Tenison Woods Catholic School is a faith filled community with a commitment to

INSPIRE, INNOVATE and EXCEL

MISSION STATEMENT

Inspired by Jesus, we are a community of learners, committed to quality outcomes in authentic relationships, seeking goodness and fullness of life.

LEARNING VISION

Inspiring Excellence


MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL Tenison Woods Catholic Primary School is an outstanding co-educational Catholic School and we are pleased to share the following information with you. This prospectus provides you with valuable information about our school community. It includes many policies and procedures that are in use, and is intended to act as a significant source of information for parents and students. As a Catholic school our mission is to invite young people into dialogue concerning the ultimate realities of life, the message of Jesus, and our Josephite, Catholic heritage. Thus the Religious Education and the Faith Formation programmes are central to the curriculum. Whilst I recognise that not all students are members of the Catholic Church, it is nevertheless a requirement for all students to participate in Religious Education classes and Religious observances. Furthermore, we seek to live out our Christian faith in this community through liturgical celebrations, by the way we treat each other, and in the care that we show for those in need. The process of education is most successful when teachers and parents work in partnership with each other. We, the school staff, encourage the students to realise their potential over the coming years, and we encourage parents to be as involved as much as possible throughout the primary years. There are many opportunities for parental involvement including special occasions and events, Parents and Friends Association, information evenings and social gatherings. The key to partnership is communication. It is my genuine hope that we are able to maintain honest and open communication at all times. If there are any concerns or issues that arise, please feel encouraged to make contact, and for our part, we will aim to respond as soon as possible. Students at Tenison Woods Catholic School have many opportunities to be involved in the educational program and to excel. I encourage each and every student to make the most of their primary years of schooling. The benefits will be in proportion to the effort that is applied. We offer an enormous range of cultural, religious and sporting activities. Additionally we host several social justice days to support Catholic Charities. Graduates of Tenison Woods Catholic School are held in very high esteem in the community. This is due not only to the quality of the students themselves but also the very professional and hardworking staff that we have here. The school has a long and proud history and we strive for our students to emulate the Tenison Ten when they leave us and embark upon their next chapter of their schooling. We trust that everyone will value their association with the school community and do all in their power to contribute in a positive way to the life of the school. Pathways for our graduates are many and varied; there are several terrific options for secondary schools within short distance for you to consider. Please note we do not feed directly into any one particular Catholic School. On behalf of the Tenison Woods Catholic School community I thank you for taking the time to discern about our school and its rich history and tradition. I would be happy to meet with you to discuss in more detail what this prospectus sets out in brief. Peter Mercer Principal


ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Tenison Woods is a Catholic School with an enrolment of approximately 150 students providing a Reception to Year 6 learning environment and program.

CATHOLIC IDENTITY Tenison Woods Catholic School was founded by the Sisters of St Joseph in 1933 and was originally called St Joseph’s, Richmond. In 1997 St Joseph’s amalgamated with Kilmara Catholic School, Thebarton and the name changed to Tenison Woods. The Official Opening and Blessing of Tenison Woods Catholic Primary School took place on the 9th March 1997.

PATRON OF OUR SCHOOL

FATHER JULIAN TENISON WOODS, 1832 – 1889

Fr. Julian Tenison Woods was the co-founder with Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop of the Sisters of St. Joseph. These two people had a vision of education for all Catholic children, and because of this they worked hard and tirelessly to bring it to fruition. Fr. Julian was born in England of Irish parents, one of 11 children (10 boys and 1 girl) and he became a Secular Priest in St. Patrick's Church in Grote Street in 1857 and also worked on priestly duties throughout the South East of South Australia; mainly in Penola. Fr. Woods was an extremely clever man, he went on to become the first Director of Catholic Education (1867-1871) in S.A. and the Northern Territory; the Editor of the Catholic newspaper "The Southern Cross", and a highly recognised scientist and environmentalist. Fr. Julian was a humble, hardworking man who was an educator, a geologist, a scientist and a spiritual director.

WHAT IT MEANS TO BELONG TO THE TENISON WOODS COMMUNITY

As a school community we celebrate the charism of Julian Tenison Woods by living his love for the environment and nature. We do this through many of our sustainability initiatives such as recycling, being a wrapper free school, composting, growing fruit and vegetables, water conservation and limiting our carbon footprint. We celebrate diversity just like Julian did when he worked so closely with many different groups of people in the remote areas of South Australia. Julian was a faithful man and dedicated his life to God. We follow his footsteps by engaging in prayer experiences every day and celebrating God’s everlasting love for us. Julian was passionate about helping those in need and we aim to emulate his compassion by being involved in many social justice programs; reaching out to help those in need, both locally and globally. At Tenison Woods School we celebrate the gifts of Wonder and Awe and foster a sense of enquiry and curiosity about our world.

We welcome your child and your family into a safe, caring environment where learning is both futures focused and placed in the context of Christian values….a school where our Catholic Tradition is celebrated.


ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

At Tenison Woods Catholic Primary School we aim to educate the whole child, including

fostering the spiritual, religious and social growth of each child.

This encompasses:

The encouragement of a lifelong searching for truth The challenge to servant leadership The journey to personal Christian faith A focus on Gospel values The integration of the values and practices of Catholic Christianity A Christian understanding of God’s love for every created reality The development of a personal relationship with God through times of prayer, reconciliation and

celebration

EXPECTATIONS AND BEHAVIOUR Catholic schools are places where the development of personal responsibility and behaviour management processes are formulated in the light of the Gospel, ensuring the right of teachers to teach and students to learn in a safe and caring environment.

We believe:

That all people should be treated with respect and dignity in a spirit of truth, justice and reconciliation

That everyone has the right to feel safe all of the time That staff and students have the right to teach and learn That all behaviour has a purpose That social and cultural influences affect people’s behaviour That open communication is essential That quality education is best achieved in a learning environment that is non-coercive,

supportive, needs satisfying and enjoyable That in building self-esteem we empower students to develop personal responsibility and

encourage their growth into authentic personhood and freedom


ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

THE TENISON TEN When students leave Tenison Woods Catholic School we aspire for our students to be:-

1. Respectful and polite 2. Confident and Hopeful 3. Resilient and adaptable 4. Caring about the environment and issues of social justice 5. Reflective risk takers 6. Self-managed and self-evaluating 7. Critical thinkers 8. Effective communicators 9. Spiritually aware 10. Competent lifelong learners

WELL BEING

Our aim at Tenison Woods Catholic School is to equip the students to be able to self-manage themselves in order to become lifelong learners. Learning experiences and opportunities at Tenison Woods Catholic School are to be aligned with our Competencies and, our chosen wellbeing program; these include Theoretical Base (Choice Theory), and our adopted psychological base, Positive Education. Tenison Woods Catholic School is guided by research pertaining to neuroscience, education and psychology. At Tenison Woods Catholic School we are committed to:

providing a safe, secure and supportive learning environment where we prepare students to be pro-active regarding their own safety

providing a community where all are treated with equity and dignity

taking every report/incident seriously


ABOUT OUR SCHOOL SCHOOL BASED

Competencies:

Thinking & Questioning

Identity

The Language of Learning

Managing Self

Connecting & Reflecting

Collaboration

THEORETICAL BASE

Choice Theory:

Personal Responsibility • the only person whose behaviour we can control is our own • all we can get from other people is information. How we deal with that information is our choice • I am responsible and accountable for my own actions

Basic Needs

All human beings are driven by the following 5 genetic needs:

love and belonging

power

fun

survival

freedom

Total Behaviour

Made up of four inseparable components:

acting

thinking

feeling

physiological

All behaviour is chosen, but we only have direct control over the acting and thinking components. The choices we make in our thinking and acting affect our feeling and physiology.

All we can give another person is information. We can’t make them think, feel, do, or physically react in a certain way. We can only offer, suggest, model, or try to force and manipulate, but at the end of it, they will have the choice whether to do it or not.


ENROLMENT

CONDITIONS OF ENROLMENT

In applying to enrol your child at this school you accept that they will be educated in the Catholic faith within a Christian educational environment.

You accept that support of school staff and cooperation concerning school activities is essential.

You accept that you will abide by school policies as amended from time to time.

You accept that participation in camps is compulsory and that membership in school sporting teams takes priority over competing sports interests.

You accept that Tenison Woods Catholic School reserves the right to suspend or expel a student for serious or continued breaches of school rules, regulations and/or policies, including conduct which brings into disrepute the good name and reputation of the School.

You accept the standards the School sets regarding grooming, uniform and personal presentation.

You accept responsibility for the payment of tuition fees and other costs associated with the education of your child as determined and amended from time to time by the School (except where exemptions/remissions have been sought and granted).

You give consent for the School to contact any other Catholic school which your child has previously attended for the purpose of ascertaining your fee paying record.

You accept that the School does not accept liability for damage or loss of any personal possessions of students and that insurance for your child’s personal possessions is your responsibility.

All enrolment applications for a student with a disability will be considered on the same basis as all other enrolment applications and in accord with the legal obligations of the Disability Discrimination Act (1992), the Disability Standards for Education (2005) and the Equal Opportunity Act (1984).

ENROLMENT PROCEDURE

As per State Government legislation, children who turn five years of age prior to the 30th April will be eligible to begin Reception at the beginning of Term 1 of the same year; all children turning 5 after the 1st May commence school term 1 the following year. As a result of Catholic Education SA amending the same first day start in 2015, Tenison Woods Catholic School is eligible to offer a term 3 intake. If your child turns 5 between 1st May and 31st October they will be eligible to begin in term 3 that year. Following initial enquiry, an Enrolment Pack which contains a prospectus, application form and information pertaining to our fees and policies is issued/posted. Once the application is completed you are required to lodge the form and a copy of the child’s birth certificate at our front office. Upon lodgement of documents an interview and personal tour with the Principal will then be arranged. On acceptance of enrolment the school sends an ‘Offer of Enrolment’ letter, with a copy of the signed

application form and an ‘Acceptance of Offer’ form. The ‘Acceptance of Offer’ form is to be lodged with

a $350.00 Confirmation Fee. $300.00 of the Confirmation Fee will be credited to your first fee account with the balance of the Confirmation Fee being a non-refundable administration charge. Should the child’s enrolment be cancelled prior to commencement the full Confirmation Fee payment is non-refundable.


CHARTER FOR PARENTS IN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS SA

As integral members of a Catholic school community, parents:

Value and respect the Catholic identity of the school, its relationship to the parish community and the expression of its Catholic ethos through rituals, symbols and the teaching of Catholic beliefs.

Actively support their children’s participation, and commit to a personal participation, in the school’s Catholic rituals, traditions and outreach programs.

Share the responsibility for their children’s faith, moral, social and emotional development.

Model Christian values in word and deed with all members of the school community.

Value and respect the diversity of faiths and cultures within the school community.

Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive community.

As partners in the education of their children, parents:

Support their children’s learning at school and home.

Contribute to the life of the school in ways that reflect their interests, skills, experience and capacity to do so.

Respect and support school policies and regulations.

Contribute to consultation and decision making processes.

Work collaboratively with teachers and staff.

Respect the skills, knowledge and experience of school leaders and teachers.

Work toward resolving grievances appropriately and with respect.

Access information and resources provided by the school to support them in their role as the primary educators of their children.

Support their children’s consistent and punctual attendance at school.

Fulfil their obligation to pay all fees and levies in a timely manner, however, if they experience genuine financial difficulty; negotiate with the Principal/Bursar to make appropriate arrangements.

Contribute to a culture where privacy and confidentiality are assured.

Act as positive advocates for their children.

Contribute to the development of a safe school environment for students, staff and the wider school community.

Contribute to the development of a health promoting environment for students, staff and the wider school community.

Acknowledge and support the work of the school’s governing body and associated committees.

Promote and encourage a collective responsibility to support the Charter or Parents in Catholic Schools SA.

In holding positions of responsibility within Catholic school communities, parents are expected to:

Act as role models within their school communities by reflecting the values and ethos of the school.

Work constructively with the Principal, the staff and the wider school community.

Build and nurture a sense of community.

This Charter was developed in consultation with parents, principals and the Catholic Education Offices by: The Federation of Catholic School Parent Communities (SA)

In this Charter, the term ‘parent’ includes carers and legal guardians.

Web link

https://www.parentfederation.catholic.edu.au/


FROM KINDY TO SCHOOL Your child’s first experience at Tenison Woods Catholic School is important and we endeavour to make this transition a positive start to a lasting and life-giving relationship.

We enable this to happen by:

Having a staff member visit and communicate with the Kindergarten

Inviting parents to Welcome and Induction meetings

Arranging Orientation visits prior to your child starting school

The induction visits enable you and your child to meet the class teacher and other students and to become familiar with the class and our school community.

RECEPTION Reception (or The Foundation year according to ACARA) is a time for children to:

Settle into school life

Become familiar with rules and routines

Further develop their social skills and build a positive self-image

Continue their learning focusing on the important foundation steps in literacy and mathematics and introduce them to all curriculum areas

Build relationships with their peers and other students

Your child’s first year at our school is also a time for you as parents to become actively involved in our community and to work in partnership with your child’s teacher.

‘Working together makes all the difference’


SCHOOL CURRICULUM In the midst of a world of educational, social and economic change the focus on the holistic growth of the child remains the surest way our school can prepare students for the uncertainties of the future.

At Tenison Woods Catholic School we want to bring the Good News of Jesus to all our community through learning about the lives of Mary Mackillop and Julian Tenison Woods. Our Religious Education Program also includes the Child Protection Curriculum, Cyber Safety and Made in the Image of God (M.I.T.I.O.G.). We offer a comprehensive curriculum package which is designed to be inclusive of all students in assisting them to grow and develop to their full potential. In line with all schools in the country, our school uses the Australian National Curriculum to support students in their learning. Our learning community aims to develop safe, contemporary, sustainable, stimulating and innovative learning environments by:

Providing contemporary learning from the Australian Curriculum that is creative, innovative and which supports the learning needs of all students

Integrating Information and Communication Technologies to enhance learning and creative possibilities

Valuing creativity and sustainability throughout our learning programs

Attending to the safety and well-being of all by meeting compliances and accountability expectations, through policies, procedures and practices

Making connections with organisations, agencies and businesses in the wider community to enhance and support student learning; along with their development as global citizens

We place emphasis on English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography & The Arts. Physical Education is highly valued at our school and we have specialist teachers in this curriculum area. Extra – Curricular activities include:

School sports teams (Soccer, Netball, Cricket, Swimming)

Sporting Carnivals

School Camps

Choir

Music Teachers ensure the inclusion of all students by adaption of their teaching methodologies, implementation of differentiated curriculum and evaluation practices to cater for individual needs. The school provides learning support to individual students with special needs in order that they are provided with equal educational opportunities. This support is primarily given in the classroom setting however when specialised learning is required, this happens as one-on-one support in the Rainbow Room. Meeting the social/emotional needs of the students with special needs is recognised as a vital part of the program. Specialised programs are linked as closely as possible to the class curricula.


SCHOOL CURRICULUM The Australian Curriculum is underpinned by:

CROSS CURRICULUM PRIORITIES

CATHOLIC ETHOS The overarching purpose of Catholic Schools of the past, as well as the future, is to bring the Good News of Jesus to all who hear it. In the midst of a world of educational, social and economic change the focus on the holistic growth of the individual remains the surest way catholic school can prepare students for the uncertainties of the future.

ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER HISTORIES AND CULTURES Active engagement of inclusive curriculum practices which reflect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, knowledge, histories, cultures and spirituality. A genuine commitment to Reconciliation, guided by principles of personal dignity, social justice and equity, which reflects the Gospel message and the mission of the Church.

ASIA AND AUSTRALIA’S ENGAGEMENT WITH ASIA This perspective requires students to develop skills, knowledge and understandings related to Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia.

INCLUSIVE EDUCATION It is by the quality of interactions and relationships that all students learn to understand and appreciate difference, to value diversity and learn to respond with dignity and respect to all through mutually enriching interactions.

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING Social and emotional competencies are integral to academic and work success and are the basis of resilience, relational quality and social capital.

SUSTAINABILITY Students have access to current information about environment issues and promotion of a reflective and responsive attitude towards stewardship of the gifts of creation.

GENERAL CAPABILITIES:

The Australian Curriculum specifically covers the following General Capabilities:

LITERACY Literacy is central to all learning in school and the ways that students demonstrate their learning. Students need to draw on increasingly complex and sophisticated literacy knowledge and skills to understand and engage with content across the curriculum.

NUMERACY The complexity of contemporary society requires young people to be increasingly numerate. They need to recognise the mathematical basis of authentic problems and engage constructively in their solution.


INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ICT) Increasingly ICT permeates every area of our society and lives. Students need to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to use ICT to support contemporary learning and living. ICT affords the opportunities to personalise learning and to learn both within and out of school.

CRITICAL AND CREATIVE THINKING Critical and creative thinking are fundamental to students developing a habit of effective thinking. Students learn to select from a range of thinking strategies and to adapt and transfer their knowledge to new contexts. Increasingly, they manage of their own learning as they become confident and autonomous learners and thinkers.

ETHICAL BEHAVIOUR The examination of ethics through the stages of schooling provides students with the opportunity for engagement with ethical values, principles and concepts that improve moral judgement. This enables them to build a strong ethical outlook when faced with uncertainty and conflicting claims and aims to strengthen their sense of moral purpose and vision.

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL COMPETENCE The development of personal and social competence assists students in becoming successful learners, friends and family members who are well equipped to contribute positively and productively to the workforce and to civic life. For individuals, learning personal and social skills can improve their academic learning and enhance their motivation to cooperate and achieve. On a social level, students who have developed solid social and emotional skills find it easier to manage themselves, relate to others, develop resilience, resolve conflict, and feel positive about themselves and the world around them.

INTERCULTURAL UNDERSTANDING The general capability Intercultural understanding responds to the imperative for all young Australians to become responsible local and global citizens, equipped through their education for living and working successfully in the globalised world of the 21st century.

THE SCHOOL BOARD Tenison Woods Catholic School is under the financial management of the School Board. At Tenison Woods the School Board operates to assist in the proper functioning of the Parish school. The School Board is responsible to the State Director of Catholic Education in their role as Executive Officer of the S.A. Commission for Catholic Schools. The main areas of concern of the School Board are:

The support of educational programmes and practices which are at work in the school, in keeping with the Board’s policies.

Financial Management which focuses on effective budgeting and the proper provision of facilities.

Maintenance and development of buildings and grounds to provide a suitable environment for the learning process to flourish.

To build up support for the School among the community it serves, and to develop a community spirit.

SCHOOL CURRICULUM


The School Board consists of the Parish Priest of Richmond/Brooklyn Park as President; the Principal is ex officio; nominated and elected members from the Parents and Friends Committee, staff and the parent community.

SCHOOL HOURS AND SUPERVISION

The school takes responsibility for the supervision of children between 8:00am and 3:25pm each week day. The school cannot take responsibility for children in the grounds outside of this time unless involved in activities organised by the school. Camp Australia (see pg 18 for details) operates an Out of School Hours Care facility at Tenison Woods and any children unaccompanied after 3.25pm will be placed in OSHC at the family expense.

SCHOOL COMMENCES 8:45 am RECESS 11.00 – 11.30am LUNCH 1.00 – 1.40 pm SCHOOL CONCLUDES 3:10 pm

For children leaving the school within school hours children are to be signed out in the Administration office. In the case of your child being late for school, please ensure that they are signed in at the Administration Office upon arrival.

If your child is absent from school for sickness or any other reason, parents or guardians are asked to notify the school office in the morning, by calling 81317900 (message bank is available), email, SMS 0408788659 or via the school website under the ‘Contact’ tab, lodge a student absentee. If your child is away and the school has not heard from you by 10am an SMS message will be sent to you asking for you to respond.

COMMUNICATION

NEWSLETTERS The newsletter contains important information about events at school and is produced fortnightly.

The e-newsletter is available on the School Website .

Class newsletters give detailed information about students’ learning and individual class activities. These are emailed to the class group and a hard copy is given to each student.

PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONS Staff regularly communicate with parents about student development through student workbooks, emails, formal and informal interviews. At the beginning of each year parents/caregivers meet with class teachers to share hopes and expectations. Written Reports on your child’s progress is sent home towards the end of Term’s 2 and 4. Formal parent/teacher conversations are conducted at the end of Terms 1 and 3. Parents are encouraged to maintain communication with teachers through either a personal appointment or email.

ASSEMBLIES Assemblies are held twice a term and give us an opportunity to gather as a community to pray, celebrate students’ learning and to share gifts, talents and successes as well as general news.

mailto:[email protected]

https://www.twcs.catholic.edu.au/news-events/school-newsletters


MASSES/LITURGIES Class and school liturgies/Masses are held regularly. These are times for us to pray and celebrate our relationship with each other and with our God.

PARENTS AND FRIENDS COMMITTEE The main functions of this committee are:

To promote the care and well-being of students at Tenison Woods Catholic School

To build up close communication between teachers, students and parents

To promote social activities for the parents and friends of students of Tenison Woods Catholic School

To assist the Principal and staff in meeting the material needs of the children

Funds raised through the parent’s efforts (for special projects only) supplement the grants received through the State and Commonwealth Governments. Information about planned events appears fortnightly within the School Newsletter. Membership is open to every parent and friend with an interest in our school. This group is a most necessary and vital part of the School community and all parents are encouraged to take part in its many activities.

Parents are the most powerful educative influence in the life of the child. Much of the child’s value system is derived from parental influence. The parents, as first educators of their children, share with the school the responsibility of their children’s education.

The school therefore requires, and continually encourages the active cooperation of the parents to:

Support the efforts of the staff to develop Catholic Christian attitudes and values developed at home through active participation in the School and Parish.

Assist and participate in functions organised by the school.

Attend meetings for preparation of the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation.

Attend Parent/Teacher nights. [Acquaintance Night and Learning Conferences]

Raise funds through the activities of the Parents and Friends Committee.

Voice any concerns, compliments or complaints in a spirit of collaboration and honesty.

Assist with sport and extra curricular activities.

Demonstrate an active involvement in the development of School policies.

All parents/caregivers wishing to volunteer their services must obtain a Working With Children Clearance and undergo a Police Check with the Professional Standards Office, Catholic Diocesan Centre. Police Clearance Consent forms are to be completed in the Administration Office.

PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT


Volunteers are also required to complete the Responding to Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care (RAN-EC) induction session that accessed via the school website. A copy of the certificate of completion must be brought to the front office or emailed.

OUT OF SCHOOL HOURS CARE An ‘Out of School Hours Care’ Program is available at Tenison Woods. The program is managed by ‘Camp Australia’ who offer ‘Healthy Snacks, Dance & Drama, Art & Craft, Sport, Cooking, Group Games, Homework and Quiet Time’. Brochures are available from the School Office. For further information and registration contact Camp Australia or ph: 1300105343.

HOT/WET WEATHER POLICY

All classrooms are air-conditioned; there is no early dismissal on hot days. On days of inclement weather e.g. above 36°C, and at the discretion of the staff, the children will be kept under the verandah or in classrooms under supervision.

FEES

Please refer to attached appendices for our current Fee Policy.

https://www.twcs.catholic.edu.au/our-community/how-we-connect-with-our-community/volunteers


https://www.campaustralia.com.au/


UNIFORM

GIRLS AND BOYS All sizes available

Burgundy/Blue short sleeve polo shirt (with TWCS logo) Burgundy/Blue long sleeve polo shirt (with TWCS logo)

Blue shorts (with TWCS logo) zip pocket Blue skort (with TWCS logo)

Track Jacket Zip Up Navy/Gold (TWCS logo) and matching track pants Navy long sleeve fleecy top (with zip and TWCS logo)

Navy Blue Fleecy pants White sports socks (available anywhere)

Sports shoes - predominately white in colour (laces or Velcro only) Brown sandals may be worn in term 1 and term 4.

Navy hat (with TWCS logo) Navy school bag (with TWCS logo)

All items of uniform are available for sale from the Administration office. Opening times are Tuesday 8.20-9.10am, Wednesday 2.30-3.30pm and

Thursday 8.20-9.10am. Orders with full payment may be left at the office outside these hours.

GROOMING Girls and boys must wear their hair neatly and away from their face. Students with longer than shoulder length hair must tie hair back at all times. No dyed hair or coloured streaks or tips. Only hair of natural appearance permitted. No extreme hairstyle allowed. No hair adornment or accessories except burgundy or blue ribbons, bands or slides. Facial and/or body piercing and tattoos are not acceptable at school. No cosmetics, nail polish or acrylic nails are permitted. No jewellery is to be worn to school with the exception of:

A watch

Medic alert bracelet

Earrings – only one pair of plain studs or sleepers, one in each lobe

HATS Two styles of school hats are available from the School and can be worn all year round. The School Sunsmart policy states during the months of May – Mid-August, the wearing of hats when outside is not compulsory. From Mid August onwards all children will wear their hats during recess, lunch, fitness, PE and outside activities. The school enforces the policy of “NO HAT – NO PLAY” and children not wearing the correct school hat are asked to remain under the verandah. The wearing of sunglasses is encouraged in line with the general recommendation of the Anti-Cancer Foundation.

NAMING OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Parents and Students are asked to clearly name all stationery items and clothing, lunch boxes etc. Lost property may be collected from the front office.

TENISON WOODS CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL

Tenison Woods Catholic Primary School

68 Brooker Tce, Richmond S.A. 5033

Ph: (08) 8131 7900

Email Website


http://www.twcs.catholic.edu.au/

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