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www.wyndhamcc.vic.edu.au

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Growing in Christ

Striving for Excellence

Influencing the World

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

HISTORY, MISSION & VALUES

Five Foundations for a Whole Child ..........................................................................8

The House System at Wyndham Christian College .........................................................10

ADMINISTRATION & MANAGEMENT

Contacting the College ......................................................................................11

Administration Hours .........................................................................................11

Schedule .....................................................................................................11

Wyndham Christian College Executive Staff .................................................................11

Office Staff ....................................................................................................11

Support Staff ................................................................................................12

Pastoral Staff ................................................................................................12

Reporting ....................................................................................................13

Homework Policy ............................................................................................13

Failure to Complete Homework .............................................................................14

Home Reading Program ....................................................................................14

Discovery Learning (Library). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Attendance and Absences ..................................................................................14

Assembly ....................................................................................................15

Additional Programs ........................................................................................15

Music Bus ....................................................................................................16

Up & Go Program ............................................................................................ 16

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Family Holidays Outside of Term Breaks .................................................................... 17

Returning to School after Absence .......................................................................... 17

Student Promotion from One Year Level to the Next ........................................................ 17

Procedure for Exiting Wyndham Christian College ......................................................... 17

Before and After School Care (TheirCare) ..................................................................18

Food .........................................................................................................18

Canteen .....................................................................................................18

Valuables and Sporting Equipment .........................................................................18

Mobile Phones ...............................................................................................18

Making/Receiving Phone Calls at School ...................................................................19

Riding to School .............................................................................................21

Traffic and Car Park Management .......................................................................... 21

Breakages ...................................................................................................21

Property .....................................................................................................22

Photographs .................................................................................................22

Toilets ........................................................................................................22

COMMUNICATION

Email .........................................................................................................22

Website ......................................................................................................22

Facebook ....................................................................................................22

Sharing Images and Videos .................................................................................24

Feedback ....................................................................................................25

Guidelines for Dealing with Others ..........................................................................25

Bullying ......................................................................................................25

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Discipline ....................................................................................................26

Policies .......................................................................................................27

HEALTH & SAFETY

First Aid and Medication .....................................................................................27

Medication at School ........................................................................................27

Borrowed Clothes ...........................................................................................28

FINANCE

Application Fee ..............................................................................................31

Enrolment Confirmation Fee ................................................................................31

General Tuition Fee .......................................................................................... 31

Sibling Discounts ............................................................................................32

Resource Levy ...............................................................................................32

Outstanding Accounts ......................................................................................32

STUDENT PRESENTATION

College Uniform .............................................................................................33

Seasonal Changes in Uniform ..............................................................................33

Out of Uniform Events .......................................................................................36

Footwear ....................................................................................................36

Uniform Shop ................................................................................................36

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to the operations of the College. We are sure that you will find this extremely useful and we encourage you to use

HISTORY, MISSION AND VISION

Each person has the right to:

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do. It is our aim is to teach students about the love of Jesus Christ.

positive and Godly influence in the world around them.

is based on Jesus’ answer to the Pharisees in Mark 12:29-31,

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We begin two mornings a week (Monday and Friday) with an assembly in the main Church auditorium for all primary

students at 8:45am sharp. Monday is our formal assembly for the whole school where we sing the national anthem

Co-Curricular Opportunities:

» Camping Program Years 3-6

» Outdoor Learning Excursions (You Yangs/Eynesbury

State Forest)

» Gardening Excursions

» House Athletics Carnival

» House Cross Country Carnival

» Performing Arts Club

» Student Leadership

» SSV Swimming

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also participate in Physical Education or Sport classes during the week. PE uniform is required for these activities.

Throughout the year students will attend several educational excursions with their class. Teachers will inform parents of

these in advance. Parents/guardians will be required to sign one excursion form that will allow the child/ren to attend

ALL excursions throughout the year.

The purpose of College excursions is to empower students to make positive choices in their lives and to give them the

on activities.

Students will attend camp from Year 3 onwards. Year 2 students will enjoy a sleep over at the school. We encourage

parents to arrange sleep overs at friends’ houses in preparation for the College sleep over and camp. Specific

students at special events such as assemblies, information evenings, Chapel or the opening of new buildings. Two

students are appointed as Vice-Captains. Their role is to develop leadership skills and support the School Captains.

Four students will be appointed as House Captains, they work to promote participation in sporting and extra-curricular

activities. To apply for leadership positions, students must submit an application and participate in an interview. These

students are elected by class teachers.

events.

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COLLEGE INFORMATION

or booked into TheirCare. Students should not be arriving or departing the College outside of the supervised times,

such as sports training or special excursions. To ensure the safety of our children, we ask that parents/guardians do

morning. Any visitor who is on College grounds, must sign in and out through the Compass Kiosk at Reception.

Family Holidays Outside of Term Breaks

We strongly discourage families from taking holidays outside of the official school holiday period, as it significantly

impacts student learning. Parents who wish to withdraw their child from College, outside the official holiday period for

Returning to School after Absence

When a student returns to school after a period of absence, the parents/guardian must provide a note advising of

the reason for the absence. A medical certificate or statutory declaration is also an acceptable form of absence

notification.

Student Promotion from One Year Level to the Next

departure.

Parents/guardians must notify the College in writing via email after which an exit form will be sent for completion. The

date the completed form is received at Reception, will be considered the date of notice of withdrawal.

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This service is provided Monday to Friday from 6.30am - 8.30am and after school until 6:30pm. The program, managed

contact College Reception for more information.

parent.

Food

Students are to bring to school each day:

» A drink bottle with water only please

» A piece of fruit or vegetable for ‘fruit break’

» Food for recess (light snack for first break)

» Lunch in a named lunch box to be kept in their school bags.

Please note that:

» Lunch, recess food and a piece of fruit for ‘fruit break’ will be eaten inside.

Canteen

Valuables and Sporting Equipment

includes jewellery outside our uniform guidelines, money, mobile phones or other devices, any toys or personal items

for lost or stolen items.

Mobile Phones

a phone during the day. Phones must be dropped off at the College Reception upon arrival to school and can be

school day. Electronic devices and mobile phones are not permitted to be taken on excursions or camps. The use of

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smart watches is banned. Teachers carry phones and can be contacted in emergencies. Under no circumstances can

a child use their personal phone to call their parents from school or camp.

unsolicited photographs, will receive serious consequences as outlined in the Behaviour Management Policy.

Making/Receiving Phone Calls at School

when parents contact the main Reception. Students can be summoned to Reception to speak to parents if required.

School Banking

Parent Volunteer Hours

Parent involvement at Wyndham Christian College is encouraged as it provides many benefits:

submitted no later than the 30

service commitment.

Some of the various ways that a family can contribute include:

» Assist with College Community events

» Practical assistance, working bees, maintenance etc.

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Please see the College Reception for more details.

Parents and Friends Association

and assist with fundraising for special items, such as soccer goals, a piano etc.

Special Events include:

» Mothers/Father’s Day stalls

» Morning Teas

» Election Day BBQ

» School Disco

Please contact the College Reception if you would like to be involved.

must be updated as they occur, and this can be done via the WWCC website. Parents/guardians who do not have a

valid WWCC are unable to assist in volunteering for any classroom activities or attend excursions or camps.

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away from the room. We need to ensure that class time is undisturbed and that all children have the best possible

will receive an invitation from the teacher to participate. This invitation will include the activity details and any items you

cross. A school crossing supervisor will assist our students to cross safely.

Riding to School

grounds. Students may only push their bikes when inside the school grounds. During the day, bicycles must be kept in

bicycles should be secured with a bicycle lock. Government approved helmets must be worn whilst riding any form of

wheeled transport to and from the College.

Traffic and Car Park Management

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parental consent. If at any time a parent/guardian wants to rescind permission, the parent/guardian is to notify the

allowed to play near these spaces. Teachers complete regular yard duties around these spaces to ensure students

safety.

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relationship with staff. Parents can contact teachers or student leaders in the following ways:

Supporting documents MUST be supplied to the Head of Campus.

discuss what goes on at school.

Teachers empower students to create, reflect, share, and collaborate. Students ‘show what they know’ using photos,

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Absences inhibit a child’s progress, but home is the place for a sick child. The following points should be noted:

» The importance of a good night’s sleep and regular bedtime.

» A nutritious breakfast eaten in a relaxed atmosphere makes a good beginning to a school day.

» Monitor the amount of time and type of shows children watch.

» Set aside family time for prayer, Bible reading, family games and quiet time.

are protected from skin damage caused by the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. It is to be implemented throughout

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» Device payment for Secondary

» General non-compulsory activities

» Transport to and from school

Wyndham Christian College requires (1) one full terms notice in writing to the Registrar if a child is not returning to

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PRIMARY

GIRLS UNIFORM

PRIMARY

BOYS UNIFORM

PRIMARY

SPORTS UNIFORM

Summer

• White, navy and maroon check

• Navy or black sports underpants

• Plain white turn down ankle socks

• Black leather, lace-up or Velcro

• Navy shorts

• White short sleeved cotton shirt

(tucked in)

• *Navy turn down ankle socks (not

• anklets)

• Black leather lace-up or Velcro

school shoes (no boots, sneakers

• Navy interlock shorts

• School maroon polo shirt with

navy sleeves and school logo

• White sports socks

• Sports sneakers

• Check skirt & tie (Grade 5

• White long-sleeved shirt with

• Navy tights/stockings or Navy

• high socks

• Black leather lace-up or Velcro

• White cotton long sleeved shirt

• Maroon jumper with school logo

• Navy socks

• Black leather lace-up or velcro

school shoes (no boots, sneakers

or steel caps)

• School maroon polo shirt with

navy sleeves and school logo

• White sports socks

• Sports sneakers

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All students must wear the official sports uniform as specified when participating in PE/Sport, UP and Go and sporting

events. When a student is representing the College in an external sporting event, the student will be advised and

supplied a uniform specified by the College i.e. cricket whites, basketball or netball uniform.

Wet or Cold Weather

The College navy waterproof jacket is the only approved jacket to be worn in the colder weather. This can be worn all

Year 6 Jacket

The Year 6 jacket may be worn on top of the School Maroon Jumper. It does not replace the formal uniform items.

Upon request from the teacher or College Leader, the jacket should be removed to reveal the full school uniform for

formal assemblies, photos or excursions etc.

The official College school bag is a uniform requirement and students must have this bag. No other school/sports

bags are permitted.

Swimwear

Swimwear must be a one-piece, modest cut of any colour for girls. Boys must wear speedo style or board shorts of

any colour. Rash vests can be worn if desired.

Additional Uniform Expectations

Jewellery

• Students may wear one wristwatch with any band

• Girls may wear one pair of round, plain gold/silver studs or sleeper earrings in the lower lobe. No

coloured stones or drop earrings are permitted. Nose rings are not permitted. Plastic fillers may

only be worn if they are inconspicuous.

• Boys are not permitted to wear earrings.

• A necklace can be worn if it is fully concealed underneath the school uniform and removed

ring of significance may be worn. During Physical Education or Technology based subject,

students may be asked to remove or cover these items to preserve safety to themselves and

others.

Make-up

• Make-up, coloured nail polish and artificial nails are not permitted. Should a student come to

school wearing nail polish or make up, they will be requested to remove it.

Girl’s Hair

• Shoulder length hair and longer needs to be tied back throughout the school day.

• Hair accessories must be in the college colours of maroon, navy, black or white.

• Hair styles must not draw undue attention to the student. No extremes of style or colour.

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Hat

• It is compulsory to wear a hat in the playground throughout the first and fourth term.

Coat, Scarves and Head Coverings

• The College navy blue spray jacket must be worn, no other jackets will be accepted.

• Scarves, beanies or other head coverings must be in school colours and free from patterns.

• Beanies and jackets must be removed in class.

Winter skirts & Summer Dresses

• Skirts and dresses must be worn just below the knee and should touch the ground while

kneeling.

Girls Opaque Tights or Socks

coloured or printed t-shirts are to be worn under the school shirt.

• Shorts must be worn in the summer and pants must be worn in the winter.

• Blue turn down ankle socks are to be worn with the formal school uniform (not anklets).

Ties

• Girls must wear the bow tie with their winter tunic until Year 4. In Year 5 they must wear the

check skirt with the College tie.

• Boys from Prep onwards must wear the tie.

• Ties are available on a loop (this is recommended for younger years), as well as without.

School shoes

• Students are to wear black, polished lace up or Velcro school shoes.

• Only the Wyndham Christian College backpack with school emblem is permitted.

Summer/Winter Uniform

• Summer uniform is to be worn throughout Terms 1 and 4 and winter uniform is to be worn in

Terms 2 and 3. For all school functions, correct seasonal uniform is to be worn.

• For the first two weeks of Term 2 and the first two weeks of Term 4 a two-week cross over period

applies. Students may wear either summer or winter uniform during these times.

Formal/PE uniform

• Students should refrain from mixing the two uniforms. The school jumper must be worn with the

formal school uniform and the PE jumper must be worn with the PE uniform.

Labelling

in the manner intended. We have set down some guidelines that need to be adhered to, to ensure a high standard is

met. We do, however, understand that sometimes a situation may arise that will require special consideration. In this

case we would appreciate you consulting the Head of Campus to discuss your special needs. The College expects

that every effort is made to ensure that all students are in the correct uniform. In cases where a student is out of

uniform, a note from their parent/guardian must be provided, explaining the circumstances.

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Students are permitted on special event days to wear casual clothes to school. In keeping with the College Uniform

Policy, it is expected that students dress modestly, neatly and suitably to reflect the vales of the Christian faith and

the College.

The following is unacceptable:

» Revealing clothing

» Untidy or coloured hair

Please see below regarding the selection of both acceptable and non-acceptable footwear regarding the formal

college uniform. Sneakers can be worn for Physical Education.

Approved Footwear Non approved footwear

Uniform Shop

Uniforms MUST be purchased from Rushfords Schoolwear located shop 1/13 Barnes Place, Werribee. Purchasing

from an alternative supplier is not recommended as items are not the same colour quality or design and detract

from our uniform, standing out at school, on excursions and during school photos.

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Head of Campus: Jennifer Trodden