Following on from our message in the Term 3 newsletter, we are pleased to provide families with a Pick Up and Collection Zone Map, designed to further support the safety and wellbeing of our students, families and staff.

What we require parents and carers to do:

• Use the designated pick-up and drop-off zones around the perimeter of the College, including Hawthorne Road and Virginia Avenue.
• These areas operate as flowing taxi ranks. Please move forward as space becomes available and remain alert to vehicles and students moving around you.
• For Junior School students, use the designated pick-up and drop-off zone in front of the Junior School between 7:45am and 9:00am, and between 2:45pm and 3:40pm.
• Please note that the drop-off zone at the Big Tree is available only before 7:00am and after 4:00pm. It must not be used between these times, as students use this area during the school day.
• Remain vigilant, check blind spots and watch carefully for students moving around vehicles.
• Follow all road rules, speed limits, signage and directions given by staff supervising the area.
• Allow plenty of time and minimise distractions, including mobile phone use, loud music and other activities that divert attention from the road.
• Do not change drivers while in a pick-up or drop-off zone.
• Learner drivers must not use the Junior School pick-up and drop-off zone.
• Where practical, delay collection by 15 minutes to avoid peak congestion. Student supervision is available until 3:40pm each day.
• Consider parking a short distance from the College and walking, while avoiding locations that require students to cross busy roads, particularly near the intersection of Virginia Avenue and Hawthorne Road.
• For the safety of students, staff and visitors, do not use internal staff, visitor or other non-designated parking areas for student pick-up or drop-off.

Please remind your daughter to:

• Enter and exit the vehicle from the passenger side, where possible, and only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• Place her school bag on the back seat, where possible, so it can be accessed safely and quickly.
• Stay alert when walking through car parks and pick-up and drop-off areas.
• Refrain from using a mobile phone or headphones while moving around vehicles.
• Use designated crossings and always follow staff directions.
• Be aware of her surroundings at bus stops and watch carefully for buses and other vehicles.

The safety of our students is our highest priority. We recognise that pick-up and collection areas can be busy, and we sincerely thank families for their ongoing patience, cooperation and support.

As we move through Term 4, a reminder conversation with your daughter/s who use these zones would be greatly appreciated to help ensure the safety of everyone in our community.

Does your daughter receive a Disability Travel Rebate? If they do or you are interested to know more click here for more.