Starting Year 7
Starting high school is an exciting milestone for students and families. Moving from Year 6 to Year 7 can feel like a big change. We help every child feel confident and supported during the transition to high school.
Find out more in the Getting ready for high school guide.
First day for students in 2027
- Wednesday 3 February, 2027
The first day of school for all students is Wednesday 3 February, 2027. Year 7 students, parents and carers will assemble in the school hall.
What to expect in high school
High school brings new experiences and routines, including:
- a larger school with more subjects, teachers and classrooms
- a timetable with different lessons each day
- moving between classrooms and carrying books and equipment
- more independence and responsibility for homework and study
- new friendships and opportunities to join activities and clubs.
Before your child starts Year 7
Enrolment Information
Before your child begins, families will be contacted by the enrolments officer to share any relevant details regarding:
- medical conditions or allergies
- family circumstances that may affect your child’s start
- any learning or wellbeing needs.
If required we also can discuss the support our school provides, such as:
- support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through personalised learning pathways
- extra support for students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
- support for students with disability or other learning needs through inclusive education programs.
If necessary a meeting with the principal will be arranged.
Learn more about additional learning support and enrolment requirements at our school.
Our transition program
We work closely with local primary schools to help students feel ready. Our transition to high school programs help Year 6 students get ready for Year 7. Activities may include:
- orientation days and scheduled school tours
- parent information sessions and meet the teacher events
- subject tasters and classroom visits via our primary excursion days
- peer support activities with older students.
Students, parents and carers can join these sessions to learn about daily schedules, uniforms, lunches and communication. If you need an interpreter, let us know.
Contact us to learn more.
Year 7 orientation
Join our next high school orientation
Date: Tuesday 1st December 2026
Time: 9:00am in the school hall
Contact us for more information.
Year 7 camp - Save the date
- Monday 8 February - Wednesday 10 February 2027
Permission notes and payment links will be sent out in Term 4, 2026 through the School Bytes Parent Portal, and also emailed to parents and carers.
Getting ready at home
You can help your child prepare by:
- talking positively about starting high school
- buying uniforms, shoes, stationery and school supplies
- checking if a laptop or device is needed
- practising their travel route to school
- making sure they know your phone number and emergency contacts
- encouraging routines such as packing their school bag
- encouraging them to check their timetable and school bell times the night before day 1 of Term 1.
For more advice, see the Getting ready for high school guide.