F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1.

What are the start/finish times for school?

ULVERSTONE CAMPUS PRIMARY 

Start - 8:45am  /  Recess 10:40am - 11:10am  /  Lunch 12:50pm - 1:20pm  /  Finish 2:50pm

ULVERSTONE CAMPUS SECONDARY

Start - 8:45am  /  Recess 10:40am - 11:10am  /  Lunch 12:50pm - 1:20pm  /  Finish 3:00pm

BURNIE CAMPUS

Start - 8:45am  /  1st Lunch 11:00am - 11:30pm  /  2nd Lunch 1:00pm - 1:30pm  /  Finish 3:10pm

Q2.

What are my responsibilities as a Parent/Carer if my child is absent from school?

If your child is unwell, you are required to notify the School as early as possible and by 10.00am at the latest.  If your child is going to be absent for any other reason (eg a scheduled appointment) you can send a note into the class/care teacher, call or email the School, or advise the School by using the Leighland Skoolbag app - by 10.00am. 

Under the Tasmanian Education Act 2016, families who are planning to withdraw their child/ren from school for a planned extended period to travel, are required to lodge an 'Application for Extended Leave for Travel' form with the Principal.  Please contact the School to obtain this form. 

If the School has not received an explanation for your child's absence, a text message will be sent requesting an explanation.  You can reply via text message or call the School. 

A Doctor's certificate is required if your child is absent for more than 5 days. 

Q3.

What are the School's guidelines if my child has gastroenteritis?

If your child has been vomiting or suffering from diarrhea it is recommended that they stay away from school for at least 24 hours after vomiting/diarrhea has stopped.

Q4.

What are the School's guidelines if my child has school sores (Impetigo)?

Impetigo is a bacterial skin infection which spreads easily to other parts of the infected person's body.  It is transferred to other people by direct contact with sores or contaminated clothes.  Impetigo appears as a flat, yellow, crusty or moist patch on the skin.

Infectious Period

The incubation period is 1-3 days and is infectious as long as there is discharge from the sores.

Q5.

What are the School's guidelines if my child has headlice?

Notify the school immediately.  If your child has head lice, they must remain at home until an initial application of head lice treatment has been completed and all eggs (nits) are removed.

Q6.

What if my child is late to School?

If your child arrives at School after 8.45am they are required to come to the Office and sign in on the iPad located at Reception.  This ensures that your child's arrival is recorded.

Q7.

What if I need to collect my child early?

Primary: Both the class teacher and admin staff will need to know that you are collecting your child early.  Children should be collected from the Office and sign out using the iPad at Reception.

Secondary: If your child is aware of this they need to fill out a 'leave' form and have it signed by a Senior Staff member.  Leave forms should be passed into the Office prior to leaving.  Children should be collected from the Office and sign out using the iPad at Reception.

Q8.

What days is the Canteen available?

The Canteen at the Ulverstone Campus operates for students at recess and lunch on Thursday and Friday each week.  The canteen also operates on a Wednesday through the winter months (dates vary).

Parents can now order their children's lunch using the School's Qkr app (orders need to be placed by 9.00am on the day).  Please see the set up instructions for Qkr under the Fees & Enrolments tab on the home page. 

Q9.

When is student banking day?

Monday - Burnie Campus

Wednesday- Ulverstone Campus

Q10.

When can I purchase uniform?

Uniform sales and Book collection are at the beginning of each year.  During the year, uniform can be purchased between 2.30 - 3.30pm on Wednesdays at Ulverstone campus and 8.30am - 9.30am at Burnie campus.

Q11.

Does the School have a Newsletter?

Yes, both the Ulverstone and Burnie Campus Newsletters are produced every Wednesday.  These are a very important communication in keeping our parents and staff informed.  The newsletter link is emailed to parents and staff.  It is also available on our website, Skoolbag app and is shared to our facebook page.  Hard copies are available from the Office or can be sent home upon request. 

Q12.

Does the School have a prayer group I can attend?

Yes, prayer groups are run at both campuses and our parents are encouraged to participate.  If you are unable to attend, prayer requests can be handed into the office and will be passed on. 

Ulverstone Campus' prayer group is held on Tuesday mornings and Burnie Campus' prayer group is held Thursday morning.