Living in Sydney Living in Australia will be a new experience, but there are support services at The King’s School and The King’s School, Tudor House as well as from other organisations to help make adjusting to life in Australia easier.
Living in Australia and Costs For information on indicative costs of living in Australia families may find the information in this link useful: www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/global/live-in-australia. Please note that most of the students living costs are already covered in the boarding fees. Water The quality of the water in Sydney, the Southern Highlands, and throughout Australia exceeds the standards for safe drinking water set by the World Health Organisation. It is safe to drink the water straight from the tap in Sydney. Electricity The electrical current in Australia is 220 – 240 volts, AC 50 Hz. The Australian three-pin power outlet is different from many other countries, so your child may need an adapter which can be purchased at specialist electrical shops and at airports along with a voltage converter, if appliances are 110 volts. Customs and Quarantine Australia has strict customs and quarantine laws prohibiting or restricting the entry of some foods, protected wildlife and associated products. Australia is free from many pests and diseases found elsewhere in the world. Your luggage and hand baggage may be inspected when you arrive in Australia. It is important that you declare all items of quarantine concern, as you may be fined or prosecuted if you import forbidden items. For further information please see websites: www.australia.gov.au www.agriculture.gov.au Alcohol and Smoking It is illegal for people under the age of 18 years to consume alcohol, cigarettes or other tobacco products and illicit drugs in Australia. Smoking is prohibited inside all Australian airports, on all buses, trains, ferries, and in most public buildings. The King’s School and The King’s School, Tudor House are non-smoking campuses. Boarding at The King’s School All boarding students will be provided with food, amenities and washing of clothes whilst at the School. Uniforms and stationery The School Shop, the Braeside Shop, located on Ryrie Road in the School grounds of the North Parramatta campus, sells uniforms and other essential items. It also offers good quality second-hand uniforms through the Parents’ Association Clothing Pool. Stationery items are also available. Textbooks may be purchased online from or any bookshop. Full details are provided by the Deputy Head (Academics).
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