Senior School Orientation Handbook 2021 by thekingsschool_official

YEAR 8 – 12 New Students‘ Handbook 1

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Welcome from the Deputy Headmaster and Head of Senior School

Welcome to The King’s School, Senior School! What an exciting journey that awaits for our newest Kingsmen as they launch into the vast number of challenging opportunities that can help them mature into a man of confidence and character. Our vision at King’s is that boys will be transformed into quality young men who are ready to live lives of service in God’s amazing world.

We are blessed to go about our lives on 320 acres of beautiful Australian landscape, with a variety of learning spaces and vast sporting facilities. Some boys and staff have the privilege of living onsite and we welcome our day community as they join us each day. Our dedicated team of staff partner with the boys and their families in their learning and growth. We encourage our boys to take ownership of their learning as they discover their passions and interests. I have no doubt that you will love King’s just as I do. It is my expectation that the boys’ time at King’s will not only prepare them for the future but will also remain one of the fondest memories of their lives.

The boys’ experience at King’s will be one marvellous adventure. Our focus is that our boys will relish their time in the classroom to develop into global thought leaders. They will also need to bring a healthy risk appetite to the School which will allow them to be challenged through our co-curricular program, and in the process, develop a strong character. All this will be achieved by being embraced by the King’s community through our House system, which provides a secure foundation to grow.

Stephen Edwards Rev Stephen Edwards

Deputy Headmaster and Head of Senior School

Contents Welcome from the Deputy Headmaster and Head of Senior School

Contacts

Introduction 9 History 9 Location

School Arms

Uniform

Scholarships

Chapel

Biblical Studies and Studies of Religion I/II

Co-Curricular Activities

Sport

Co-Curricular Opportunities

Cadet Corps

Boys to Men program

Camps Week

Performing Arts

Music

Individual Music Tuition

Drama and The King’s Theatre

Travel

Dress Regulations - Weekdays and Saturdays

Day Boy Travel

Motor Vehicles

The School and Community

The King’s School Parents’ Association

Friends of King’s

School Rules and Conduct

Health Centre

House Organisation

The Housemaster

House Managers

House Staff

House Meetings

Meals

Advancement Office

House Levies

Telephone Numbers

Day Boy Houses

School Shop

Boarding Houses

The Braeside Shop

Academic Life

Clothing Pool

Year Co-Ordinators

School Term Dates

Daily Routine

School Map

The School Diary and Calendar

The 10 Day Cycle

Reports and Parent-Teacher Interviews

Educational Support Services

Enrichment and Extension

Information and Communications Technology

Emergency Evacuation Procedures

The King’s School Foundation and

Contacts Deputy Headmaster and Head of Senior School Rev Stephen Edwards

Deputy Head (Academics)

see@kings.edu.au

jyc@kings.edu.au

9683 8442

9683 8697

Deputy Head (Students & Community)

Deputy Head (Co-curricular)

Mr Josh Hoogland

Mr Wesley Dunne

joh@kings.edu.au

wdunne@kings.edu.au

0455 098 243

02 9683 8562

School Sergeants

ICT Services

Mr Aaran Booth

servicedesk@kings.edu.au

abooth@kings.edu.au

9683 8690

Mrs Jackie Camilleri

9683 8411 School Chaplain

Mr Dave Trill

Rev Dr Jason Hobba

dtrill@kings.edu.au

jhobba@kings.edu.au

9683 8411

9683 8414

Health Centre

Main Reception and Transport Enquiries

Senior Nurse: Mrs Kerry Milosevic

Mrs Karen Austin

School Doctor: Dr Matthew Masterson

kaustin@kings.edu.au

healthcentre@kings.edu.au

9683 8588

9683 8409 Fax: 9683 8493

House:

Senior Student Absentees Mrs Megan Mansfield

Housemaster:

absentees@kings.edu.au 9683 8539

Phone: Community Engagement Mentor:

Mr Mike Symons mps@kings.edu.au

Email:

9683 8581

Introduction History Of The King’s School

Location

The King’s School, founded by the command of King William IV, opened its doors on Monday, 13 February 1832 in rented premises (now known as Harrisford) near the wharves at the end of George Street, Parramatta. Three day boys, all under the age of 10, came on the first day, but by April, boarders were being accepted, and more came each year to supplement the income of the early Headmasters.

Today, the School occupies more than 300 acres of unsurpassed natural environment close to the CBD of Parramatta at the demographic heart of Sydney. This environment gives boys space to move and play and offers the best of both rural and urban experiences in Australia’s largest cosmopolitan city.

In January 1836, the Crown provided a school house and accommodation on land closer to Government House, but still on the river. This site was retained by the School for over 130 years until being vacated in August 1968. The School Council did not gain an effective voice until 1885. From 1893 its governance of the School was monitored to some degree by some of its members, also being members of the Old Boys’ Union, which was founded in that year. Possibly the strongest overt influence exerted by that Union occurred in the years 1947 to 1949 when they successfully opposed the School Council’s decision to move to Wollongong. Faced then with the problem of finding a new site near Parramatta, the School community examined several before Gowan Brae came onto the market early in 1954. The purchase was completed quickly and the Prep moved into the former residence of Sir James Burns at Gowan Brae in January 1955. Planning to build the Senior School proceeded through the 1950s and the property in Parramatta was sold and fundraising commenced. On 14 December 1960, Speech Day was held in a marquee at Gowan Brae and the Prime Minister, Sir Robert Menzies, unveiled the refounding tablet. Two years later, teaching commenced on the new site, with boarding houses being built as finance became available. In 2017, Mr Tony George was inducted as the 20th Headmaster of The King’s School.

School Arms The School Motto is “Fortiter et Fideliter” which translates as “Bravely and Faithfully”. The “IX” in the centre of the shield represents the first letters of two ancient Greek words which stand for Jesus Christ. The colours on the arms are sky blue and white, with blue representing the sky and white representing purity.

Uniform The School is proud of its unique uniform which dates back to the formation of The King’s School Cadet Corps in 1868. Boys are expected to wear the uniform properly so that the good reputation of the School is protected. A checklist of relevant uniform, sport requirements and personal items is enclosed in the Newstarters Pack, together with advice regarding the purchase of uniform requirements.

Scholarships A number of scholarships and means tested boarder bursaries are offered by the School with varying periods of tenure. Information on these Scholarships is available on the School website www. kings.edu.au or from the Registrar’s Office.

Chapel Chapel services have been a core part of the life of The King’s School since it began in 1831. They are a central pillar to the way that King’s understands and expresses itself as a Christian Community. Our Chapel services seek to set out the message of Jesus Christ and the values that flow from it—values encapsulated by our seven School Values—in ways that engage 9

boys and promote the spiritual, physical, emotional, and psychological flourishing of every boy. The Christian Community and values of King’s explored in our chapels foster a quality of relationships that lead to a quality of mind in Academic Excellence. The quality of relationships and quality of mind contribute to a quality of person in Leadership and Character Development to produce Global Thought Leaders who seek to serve our community and our world. We aim to have each of our Senior Houses participate in at least one of weekly Chapel services a term in our Memorial Chapel not only to engage with the Christian faith and heritage that is so central to King’s, but also to develop an ongoing and deep experience of our stunning Chapel. Each Boarding House has additional Chapel services in the Memorial Chapel as part of their term routine. For the Memorial Chapel is the symbolic centre of our shared life as a Christian Community. It was consecrated in 1889 with extensions in 1922 and dedicated as a memorial to those Old Boys who fell in World Wars I and II. After the School moved to its current site at Gowan Brae, the Chapel soon followed, stone by stone, and was completed in 1972. Our desire is that boys, as graduate from King’s and becomes Old Boys, will see in the Chapel a place to reconnect with King’s and to join in those major life moments of weddings, baptisms, confirmations, and the very sensitive times of the loss of a loved one. Although students from all religious backgrounds and none are welcome at the School, it is hoped that the boys will expand their knowledge and appreciation of the Christian Faith through our Chapel services.

Biblical Studies and Studies of Religion I/II Biblical Studies is part of every boy’s experience throughout their time at King’s. Years 7-8 Biblical Studies examines the foundational Christian story that underpins the school’s history, culture, and values and how to put these values into effect in practical ways. Years 9-10 build on the previous years to explore how the events of the first Easter bring Christian communities

into life and propel them on their journey throughout the centuries. These year groups probe the history the Christian Church and the impact that Christianity has had on social and community issues. Year 10 also takes a preliminary look at four of the main world religions. Years 11-12 have an even more practical look at the implications of the Christian faith on ethical decision-making. Year 11 investigates major ethical theories and Christian ethics. The year culminates in an ethical research project and class presentation on a current ethical issue. Year 12 extends further on this ethical application of the Christian faith in a more conversational forum. In addition, Biblical Studies offers the NESA HSC Studies of Religion I and II Courses for Years 11-12.

School Rules And Conduct The Student Code of Conduct can be found in the front of the School Diary (KingsNet) and should be read in further detail. These rules are a guide only and are reviewed regularly. They are kept to the minimum necessary to fulfil the School’s responsibility as a guardian; to ensure the safety, welfare and happiness of all its members; and to make the essential arrangements for a community where students can flourish, and where each boy has the opportunity to develop his own talents in an atmosphere of self-discipline and mutual respect. The possession or use of alcohol, cigarettes, vapes, illegal drugs, pornography and firearms is forbidden.

The King’s School has a reputation as a safe and friendly school and does not tolerate bullying. Our comprehensive AntiBullying Policy is available on the website. Also available on our website are the following documents – • Behaviour Management Plan • Parents’ and/or Students’ General Complaints and Grievances Resolution Procedure • Anaphylaxis Policy • Parental Code of Conduct.

Health Centre The Health Centre is available to members of the School community throughout the school year for the management of health issues and to assist with pastoral care. The Centre is staffed around the clock by a registered nurse during the school terms, and is the first port of call for all health issues at school. Support is also provided for boys with chronic health challenges such as diabetes, asthma and allergies – together with co-ordination of immunization programs, and other preventative measures. In addition, services are provided by a GP/ Sports Doctor who visits the Health Centre most week days. As the doctor’s hours vary, it is sensible to contact the nursing staff to organise appointments. For those with Medicare cards, the doctor is able to bulk bill for consultations and other services provided. The doctor is on call outside of scheduled clinic times to assist with urgent problems and emergencies. 10

The Health Centre is open from 7.00am – 10.00pm daily, and boys may present at any time during this period, though they are encouraged not to miss classes for non-urgent problems. Overnight (after 10.00pm), the boarders can access health care services by reporting to their Matron or Housemaster, who will contact the duty nurse when required. While it is hoped that your son will seldom require the use of the Health Centre, he will always be welcome to visit for care, friendly advice and appropriate treatment. If your son is new to the School, the Medical Form is available on line and needs to be completed by you prior to his commencement at school. Parents should visit the School Health Centre at some stage on interview day to meet with the School Nursing Staff.

Health Centre Contact Details Telephone: 02 9683 8409 Facsimile: 02 9683 8493 Email: healthcentre@kings.edu.au

House Organisation The Housemaster

House Staff

Meals

Each house is overseen by a Housemaster who exercises a range of academic, pastoral, administrative and leadership roles within their House in order to ensure the wellbeing of the students.

Day and Boarding Housemasters are assisted by a variety of staff who deal with such matters as pastoral care, health and wellbeing, academic issues, social outings and supervision. Attached to each Day House are Mentors who meet regularly with the students and guide them in both academic and pastoral matters. Mentor and Year Group meetings are held regularly. Boarding Housemasters are assisted by resident members of staff and a resident House Matron. Academic support in the boarding houses is provided by the Housemaster, the resident staff patrons and additional members of the teaching staff.

Meals are served in the School’s dining hall. The food at The King’s School is of the highest standard, and boys are given a generous choice of offerings. Boarders must attend all meals, including breakfast, and Day Boys must attend lunch. Boys are also expected to observe the conventions of good table manners when eating in the dining room.

Mentors should be the primary point of contact for parents. Year Co-ordinators have academic oversight for Year Groups and may be contacted about specific academic and subject choice issues.

House Managers The Boarding Houses have a live-in weekday House Matron who is an integral part of the pastoral “family”. While their major responsibility lies in domestic affairs within the boarding house, they also provide that friendly ear listening to home news, social relationships, classroom issues and sporting achievements. In some Houses, the Matron maybe the wife of the Housemaster.

Boys must be neatly dressed in the appropriate version of the School uniform for all meals. It is expected that boys will treat dining hall staff with courtesy and respect. The dining hall can cater for special dietary needs; please advise your Housemaster.

House Meetings Day boys and boarders attend regular House meetings. These meetings provide an opportunity to recognise the achievements of boys in the House, provide a setting for performances and the display of work, give staff the opportunity to pass on information and to remind boys of administrative arrangements.

Boarders are provided with fruit and other alternatives during the morning break.

House Levies Senior houses impose a small annual levy to cover minor expenses incurred within the house. House levies for the year will be confirmed during Term 4 of the previous year prior to appearing on the School account.

DAY BOY HOUSES House

Housemaster

Britten

Mrs Susan MacDonald

Burkitt

Mr Scott Bluzmanis

Dalmas

Ms Kobe Perdriau

Kurrle

Mr Christian Eatough

Macquarie Wickham

BOARDING HOUSES House Colour

House

Housemaster

Baker Hake

Mr Robert Williams

Bishop Barker Harris

Mr Tom Ruddock

Broughton Forrest

Mr William van Asperen

Mr Wayne Edwards Mrs Rebecca Gavan

Macarthur Waddy Mr James Peters

House Colour

Laundry No

Academic Life Year Coordinators The team of Year Coordinators will work both collectively with the Year Group and individually with boys to continue to develop the characteristics that students need to achieve their best, not only in the academic sphere of the school, but also to develop good relationships and achieve a balance in their lives. This will involve a program run in Year meetings and mentor time that will include study skills, leadership skills, opportunities to be involved in service learning and well-being initiatives. Along with Housemasters, Mentors, counsellors and co-curricular leaders – such as sport coaches, Year Coordinators provide an important avenue of support for each student.

Daily Routine The School day commences at 8.20am for all students. Day boys should arrive at School by 8.10am. Musical ensembles practice after breakfast, before school on three mornings each week and at a variety of other times, as arranged. Mentor and Year Group meetings are held regularly – as are Assemblies and Chapel. The daily routine for boarders in the Houses will vary from season to season, but boarders will rise at 6.45am and undertake prep (homework) each evening between 7.00 and 8.30pm, with the opportunity of a further study period later in the evening for senior boys. The boys also have access to academic tutors and patrons up to 1.30pm, as well as on the weekend at varying times. The School’s routine is an active one and younger boys may initially be quite tired until they get used to the structure and activity.

The School Diary and Calendar All students will be supplied with a School Diary and a Calendar. The Diary provides important day to day information, and is the common property of the student, the staff and parents. Accordingly, it serves as a very important communication strategy between the School, the Housemaster, the Year Coordinator and home. Parents, Mentors and staff are encouraged to write notes in the Diary and to inspect its contents regularly. Every student will be expected to have his School Diary at each lesson. Mentors inspect diaries as a matter of routine during their regular meetings with students. Homework is to be recorded in the Diary. The ten-day cycle and general timetabling information are available and important regulations and advice on study techniques are set out in the introduction. The first section at the front of the Diary comprises the School Rules. All new students should read this section. The School’s Rules act as a behavioural guide for all students. The very highest standards of conduct, courtesy and compassion are required of all students. The King’s School has a rich and interesting history, and this is summarised in the Diary. Boys and their parents are encouraged to know about, and take pride in aspects of the School’s past, and the Robert Robertson Museum and the School’s archivist are further sources available to the King’s community. The School’s intranet “KingsNet” will provide parents, students and staff with news, important information and notifications. In accessing KingsNet families will be able to stay up to date with what is happening at King’s. It is expected all parents will access KingsNet on a regular basis.

The 10 Day Cycle The School operates a timetable over a ten-day cycle. The day of the cycle is indicated in the School Diary. There are six academic periods in each day. Morning break is between periods 2 and 3. Lunch break is between periods 4 and 5. Lunch is provided for all boys in the Dining Hall. Classes conclude at 3.25pm. Sports practices are scheduled on two afternoons per week, from 3.45pm to 5.00pm, with a few teams training before school.

Reports and Parent-Teacher Interviews Your son’s Mentor is your primary contact point with the School for academic matters. Housemasters and Year Coordinators are also available to discuss pastoral and academic matters. If you feel you have a serious concern, please telephone or email the Housemaster or Year Co-ordinator. Like you, we prefer to hear of concerns before they develop into major problems. Parents of boys new to the School can expect a report summarising their son’s academic performance from the Mentor or Housemaster at the end of Term 1. A full School Report is provided at the end of the Term 2. These reports contain a course description, performance outcomes, teacher comment and recommendation and, where appropriate, a cumulative assessment mark and rank. The Mentor and Housemaster include a pastoral comment on these reports. Parents are encouraged to attend interviews with each of their son’s subject teachers during the year. A full report is provided at the end of Term 3 for Years 11 and 12, and at the end of Term 4 for Years 7–10.

Educational Support Services

Academic Enrichment and Extension

The School has an Educational Support Services Department (ESS), co-ordinated and taught by specialist learning support staff. ESS provides assistance to boys across all Year levels in a variety of ways that seek to develop students’ full academic, social and emotional potential in order to achieve their individual goals. This includes students who need to consolidate their literacy skills and students with English as a Second Language.

The School provides quality enriching learning experiences for all students including high potential and gifted learners through rigorous classroom and cocurriculum experiences. The Program for high potential and gifted boys consists of various initiatives, including extension, acceleration and streaming, amongst others.

It is imperative that parents contact the ESS Department and/or the Year Co-ordinator if they have information that would assist the School to meet a student’s academic or pastoral needs. Boys are taught in a structured learning environment that is both positive and rewarding. Students are assisted through teaching in differentiated classes or through support in the key subject areas by ESS staff. Assistance with homework, assignments and assessments is also available for students who require extra support in the key subject areas. A Homework Club supervised by the ESS staff, is held in the ESS Department after school on Monday to Thursday for students to attend on their non-sport afternoons. ESS also runs handwriting classes for those students who need to improve the legibility and speed of their handwriting script. If it is considered that a student requires remedial assistance, his teacher, Mentor or the Head of Educational Support Services will contact parents to discuss the matter. Disability Provisions for examinations are also co-ordinated through the Educational Support Services Department. Parents should contact the Head of ESS, Mrs Angela Williams, if their son requires Disability Provisions due to illness, learning difficulties or other problems.

As educators, the School’s prime concern is to allow students to discover their gifts and develop those gifts into talents. The King’s School acknowledges the wide range of areas of excellence students may exhibit and we strive to identify and direct those who are gifted in different academic domains. A further focus area is the social and emotional well-being of the boys. At King’s we have close pastoral care systems to help all boys, including the gifted, with their differing developmental speeds, as they grow into young men. Parents are encouraged to contact the the Head of Academic Enrichment and Extension, should they have information that indicates their son has particular gifts, or with any specific queries.

Information and Communication Technology The King’s School is committed to the thoughtful and innovative integration of high quality face-to-face teaching with online digital practices to deliver a flexible and personalised learning experience for our students. The School’s Digital Learning strategy ensures that our students have access to the very best educational resources to improve student learning experiences, both in and out of the classroom.

In keeping with The King’s School Mission, Educational Support Services is pleased to introduce the Special Education Integration Program to be known as the “Transition Class”.

The School continues to invest in its ICT infrastructure to deliver a high level of services and support across our campuses: • Canvas is the School’s Learning Management System and provides students with online access to academic classes. • Box of Books is a digital textbook platform that integrates with Canvas, providing students with access to their complete suite of digital textbooks with the Canvas platform • At King’s, we have a comprehensive filtered wireless network covering all learning areas and boarding houses around the campus, including some outdoor areas. Two high speed internet connections with redundant firewalls and building-to-building fibre create fast and secure communication infrastructure. • Student access to the School’s internet is filtered by next generation firewalls to ensure safe and secure access to the internet from School. • The School provides students with access to Microsoft Office 365 and the Adobe Creative Cloud. In addition, students also have access to subject specific software as needed. • Students are provided with a King’s email account via Office 365. • Multi-function devices located in key areas of the campus provide students with advanced print, photocopy and scan facilities. • Students also have access to a wide range of dedicated desktops in Computing Studies and Industrial Arts and multimedia equipment including cameras, video and 360 degree cameras and drones. • Maker Place is a makerspace where students use their laptops to create and tinker on projects such as Minecraft, TinkerCad, 3D Printing and Scratch. It is important for students and their parents to read, understand and sign the School’s ICT Acceptable Use Policy which outlines in detail the School’s expectations regarding the use of ICT infrastructure and devices.

Co-Curricular Activities Sport

Co-Curricular Opportunities

The Co-curricular program is vital to a student’s education at The King’s School as it provides challenges which allow a boy’s character to develop. A wide range of sports and physical activities are provided for boys in all four terms. In team games, every effort is made to arrange regular Saturday fixtures against other schools. The School encourages younger boys to take part in team games.

The School offers an extensive range of co-curricular activities, and boys are encouraged to involve themselves in as many of these as is feasible. However, the excitement of such a wide choice can lead to over-commitment and it is recommended that boys consult their Housemaster or Mentor before involving themselves in activities. All information regarding co-curricular activities can be found on KingsNet.

All boys are required to have a full commitment to School sport. A boy’s sporting commitment will involve at least two afternoons a week until 5.00pm and one half of Saturday. School sport takes precedence over outside sporting programs or other co-curricular activities. Boarders and day boys will be required to attend a number of compulsory GPS events to support School teams (for example: The Head of the River Regatta, the GPS Athletics Championships, designated winter matches.) Sports offered include: • In Terms 1 and 4: Cricket, Basketball, Tennis, Table Tennis, Swimming, Rowing, Water Polo, Mountain Biking • In Terms 2 and 3: Rugby, Badminton, Cross Country, Football, Volleyball, Mountain Biking • The School also enters the Australian Schools Snowsports competition during the winter months. • All boys take part in Athletics during the appropriate season. Please discuss your preferences with the Housemaster or Mentor on Reception Day. Places in some teams can be very competitive due to a limitation on the numbers of players that can field a team. Whilst the School endeavours to place boys in a sport of their preference, this is dependent on appropriate skill levels and is not always possible.

Many of these activities are scheduled for evenings or afternoons and must not interfere with satisfactory completion of homework or scheduled School sports practices.

Cadet Corps Participation in The King’s School Cadet Corps is compulsory for all boys in Years 9 and 10. Year 11 and 12 boys elect to undertake promotions courses, which lead to the award of rank within the Corps. The School’s Cadet Corps is one of the oldest and largest in the country and is an important part of the tradition of the School. Membership of the Corps involves activities that encourage self-reliance and confidence. Trekking, abseiling, navigation and other skills are taught and practised, as well as some army-style drills that culminate in an impressive Regimental Passing Out Parade on the JS White Oval. An annual camp at Singleton Army Range and in the Brokenback Ranges near Singleton is a highlight of the Corps year. The School uniform is also the Cadet Corps dress uniform (including the traditional slouch hat).

Boys to Men Program The Boys to Men program in Year 10 develops leadership and lifeskills required in the home. This dynamic course aims to produce young men who can make significant contributions to society.

The course teaches practical skills such as money management, cooking, leadership, car maintenance, ironing and etiquette. There is also reflection on how to develop healthy relationships and be a responsible and caring partner.

Camps Week All students will be involved in a week long program at the end of Term 1 designed to to enhance teamwork, develop new skills and enhance relationships within the year. • Year 7: Expeditionary based camp around Sydney locations. • Year 8: The Camp consists of outdoor activities at a regional location in NSW. • Years 9-12 Corps: This program is run by The King’s School Cadet Unit and is conducted in the in the Brokenback Ranges near Singleton. Activities include trekking, abseiling and the development of leadership and survival skills. • Year 11-12 Community Outreach is for students not staying on in Cadets. Students engage in community service (Year 11) or work experience/ placement (Year 12). .

Performing Arts Music A separate booklet outlining the School’s Music facilities and program is available on request. The Director of Music oversees an extensive team of class and specialist teachers based in the Music School near Futter Hall.

Individual Music Tuition A range of instruments are taught individually in the School including: Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Tuba, Euphonium, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Oboe, Bassoon, Percussion and Drum Kit, Singing, Piano, Pipe Organ (Piano Grade 5 is a prerequisite) and Harpsichord. If a boy wishes to commence musical tuition, at any time during the year, an online application can be completed on KingsNet by a parent/guardian. It is not always necessary for a boy to have his own instruments when he starts learning, the school has a rental scheme for most instruments with Pianos and Guitars being exempt. Once a boy has made reasonable progress, parents are asked to consider buying an instrument for their sons. It is then highly recommended to privately insure this item, covering loss or damage that may occur at school, or in transit. Before a boy decides to learn an instrument, he should be enthusiastic and want to practice every day. Without daily practice, learning an instrument becomes a frustration for teacher and student. The School reserves the right to ask boys who are not progressing in accordance with their ability, to cease learning. In the early years, half an hour a day is a reasonable practice time, and after Grade IV longer practice time will be necessary.

The School recommends that only dedicated and able musicians have enough time to learn more than one instrument. Boys who learn orchestral or band instruments are required to participate in instrumental groups within the School. Piano and Voice students are expected to be members of at least one choral group. Theory/Musicianship lessons are available on an individual basis. Elective music as a school subject is a valuable option for all boys. Boys study a wide range of music including music theatre, pop, multimedia and classical genres. Music may be taken to Year 10, or continued as an HSC subject. If a boy wishes to discontinue instrumental tuition, the School requires four weeks’ notice in writing, or else the equivalent fee is charged.

Please contact the Music Administrative Assistant on (02) 9683 8424 to arrange individual tuition and receive a copy of the Music Department Handbook.

Drama And The King’s Theatre Drama remains one of the School’s most popular electives and with the vibrant Drama Centre, students have a dedicated, professionally equipped facility to learn drama and theatre craft. The Drama and Theatre staff present an academic program that develops confidence, communication, collaboration and selfexpression. The teaching of Drama allows King’s students to engage in a range of experiences recognising the contribution of actors, directors, playwrights, designers and technicians. Equally as important, the School equips students with interactive and communicative skills that will enrich every aspect of their personal and professional life.

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The Drama Studio (a modern 200-seat black box theatre) allows students with the opportunity to perform in a professional setting and to develop highly technical skills in lighting, sound, design and stage management. Working in collaboration with the Drama Department, The King’s Theatre (an industry standard 350-seat theatre), is a venue for a vibrant program of drama and musical theatre. Theatrical performances take place several times a year at The King’s School, giving boys the opportunity to enjoy participating in a musical or dramatic production, free from the constraints of an academic subject. Students can experience the electricity of performing before a packed house. They can indulge their interests in acting, singing, dancing and playing in the orchestra – or working behind the scenes with stage management, lighting, sound and scenic design. In collaboration with the girls from Tara, the boys are afforded a cultural and social experience that they will remember for the rest of their lives.

Travel Dress Regulations – Weekdays and Saturdays Day boys travelling to and from the School on public transport are required to wear the full School uniform, including jacket and tie. As a concession to the hot climate, during Terms 1 and 4, the jacket and tie is not required to be worn when travelling to and from the School. Day boys travelling in Terms 2 and 3 by car to and from School are required to wear the full School uniform, including jacket and tie. If removed during the trip, the jacket must be brought to School and put on as soon as the student gets out of the car. Boys who are driven to and from sporting fixtures may wear the appropriate sports uniform under the King’s tracksuit. All boys must wear the King’s tracksuit over their sports uniform when travelling to an away fixture or walking in the School grounds. In winter, when the School is host on Saturdays, full School uniform will be worn at all times.

Day Boy Travel Day boys who are entitled to use Government Rail and Bus or Ferry services or Private Bus services may apply for a student Opal card online at https://apps. transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts. Once issued, the free student Opal card may be used from Monday to Friday to get to and from home and school. The free student Opal card is not able to be used at weekends, for sports travel or for use during school holidays. If parents have to drive their sons to the nearest railway station or bus stop by private vehicle they are eligible to apply for a private vehicle conveyance subsidy. Detailed information about bus services provided to enable students to travel to/ from School is available by contacting the Transport Supervisor Mr Mark Pearce, or Mrs Karen Austin on buses@kings.edu.au or visiting KingsNet. Please contact us if you would like your son to use one of these services.

Students are expected to wear the correct uniform for summer or winter to and from school, from when they leave home or school, in public or on buses. For information, refer to the School Diary. It is compulsory by law in NSW that all students wear seat belts at all times. Please note: No food or drink (apart from water) will be permitted on the School buses. Services include: • Balgowlah / Mosman / Neutral Bay • Balmain / Drummoyne / Gladesville / West Ryde • North Kellyville / Bella Vista / Winston Hills • Cammeray / Northbridge

Galston / Dural / Glenhaven / Kellyville • • Holsworthy / Moorebank / Merrylands / Wentworthville

Woolwich / Hunters Hill / Gladesville / • Boronia Park • Hunters Hill (Prep only) / Tennyson Point / Putney • Lane Cove / Longueville • Rouse Hill / The Ponds / Glenwood / Winston Hills

St Ives / Gordon • Strathfield / Concord / Rhodes / • Newington • Wahroonga / Thornleigh Weekly Services • Moss Vale / Bowral / Mt Annan (Weekly Services)

Rose Bay / Double Bay / Edgecliff • (Weekly Services). Service Costs The termly fee for the daily service is $411 (including GST) per term per student and will be charged to your School account at the beginning of the term.

Eastern Suburbs Sunday Service is $26 (includes GST) per trip and Moss Vale Sunday Service is $38 per trip (includes GST) and will be charged to your School account at the end of the term. Afternoon return pick up times for all services are 3.30pm and 5.30pm, except Holsworthy which has only one pick up time at 3.30pm. Please note: No 5.30pm bus on Fridays. Parents must book a seat for their son/s (as applicable) on the bus service that The King’s School operates. Weekly boarders or any other boy travelling by school bus routes on Monday morning or Friday afternoon, must book their journeys as above. To apply for a seat on the King’s bus service, please complete the Application form on KingsNet.

More information about bus services travelling to and from the School is available on KingsNet or by contacting: Mrs Karen Austin 02 9683 8588 kaustin@kings.edu.au

Motor Vehicles Boarders are not permitted to have motor vehicles garaged nearby or parked within the School grounds, unless approval has been given by the Head of Senior School. Day boys are permitted to park their vehicles in the School grounds above the JS White Oval following application to, and formal approval from, the School Sergeant. Parents should exercise their own judgement as to whether their son should be permitted to travel in a car driven by a student. The School requires documentation from a parent who is allowing their son to drive other boys to School. The School is not in a position to “police” such arrangements.

The King’s Community A very warm welcome to The King’s School Community! And congratulations on choosing The King’s School for your family. You will find, that the King’s experience is so much more than an education. You will build lifelong friendships on the side of the sports fields, in the seats at concerts and theatrical performances and at social events.

Sporting Clubs Sporting Clubs are run by parents of current students and operate alongside the Master-in-Charge, for the benefit of the students of the School and King’s as a community. Currently the Clubs include: • Basketball Club • Cricket Club • Football Club • Rowing Club

We invite you to be ‘all in’ and make the most of the journey!

• Rugby Club

Get Involved!

• Tennis Club

KingsNet is the School’s communication platform for parents – please visit the King’s Community pages for more detail on what is lightly touched on here. Art Lovers Wonderful opportunities for our parent community to immerse themselves in the art shows, expos and art activities. Friends of Music A parent support group which actively involves itself in fundraising and concert/event support and co-ordination to support our great Music Department in their work with the boys. Parents’ Association (EngageKings) The Senior School Parents’ Association is operating as KingsEngage and is currently in the process of reframing the Association as a School-wide parent association available to all parents (past and present) across our three campuses. It offers opportunities to the parent body through a program of social events, projects, engagement of parent expertise in strategic support of the boys and the School, and a newly forming ambassador program. KingsEngage partners closely with the School through the Community Engagement Office, and looks to collaborate with all the groups, networks, clubs and associations who are working to enhance parent engagement opportunities across our community. Please contact the Community Engagement office to get involved.

• Snow Sports Club

All volunteers interacting with students through involvement with projects, in the classroom or attending excursions/ tours, must have a validated Working with Children Check, required by law, before they can assist the School. They should also attend a ‘Parent Volunteer Induction Seminar’. King’s Community Church A family church meets at the beautiful King’s Chapel at 9.30am every Sunday. There is also a parent prayer group every Friday morning at the Chapel from 8.30am where you would be warmly welcomed. King’s School Foundation The culture of philanthropy which underpins the tradition of giving at The King’s School, began with the School’s establishment in 1831 and continues today. Our donors have acted as custodians of the School’s future through their generous gifts to protect both the rich heritage of the School and the unique, cutting-edge education for King’s boys from generation to generation. If you have an interest in philanthropy, please contact community@ kings.edu.au and we will connect you with projects where you can volunteer your time and/or expertise.

I know you will enjoy the wonderful TKS Senior School experience and the very warm and welcoming Reverend Stephen Edwards, his leadership team and the great staff at the School. Please also feel free to contact the Community Engagement office. We are here to support and help you as parents with anything that will help your engagement with the broader community and its networks. Don’t forget to review the King’s Community section of KingsNet for TKS school groups with which you may also want to engage. Once a King’s Family – always a King’s family.

How to Contact Us Email: community@kings.edu.au Login in to KingsNet and visit the King’s Community pages for more detail https://kingsnet.kings.edu.au/kingscommunity/kings-community/kingscommunity-overview Call 9683 8413 or 9683 8613

School Shop The Braeside Shop

Last trading day of 2021 Friday 10 December 2021

The School Foundation runs the Braeside Shop, a fully-stocked shop at the School. It is situated in Ryrie Road, beside The King’s Theatre. Items purchased can be charged to Visa, Mastercard or EFTPOS. The Braeside Shop stocks all School uniform clothing requirements including school shoes. New school clothing is only available from the Shop. Opening Times: Monday to Friday 8am-4pm until the 10/12/21 (a week after school closes for new student fittings) Monday to Friday 8am-4pm from the 10/1/22 to 31/1/22 (closed for the Australia Day public holiday.

January 2022 Shop re-opens on Monday 10 January 2022 Monday to Friday only until school resumes, then Monday to Saturday. Closed – Australia Day, 26 January 2022.

Clothing Pool Located inside the Braeside Shop, the Clothing Pool stocks second hand School uniform. It relies on the School community for stock, therefore not all sizes will always be available. Please contact the Braeside Shop for further details.

All NSW parents please note: To avoid your son missing out on some uniform items, it is strongly recommended that you outfit your son before the end of Term 4, 2021. January outfittings are allocated to overseas, interstate and late enrolment students only. For a full outfitting, an appointment must be made with the Braeside Shop prior to arrival. Please allow an hour for the outfitting.

Phone: 02 9683 8463 Fax: 02 9683 8480 Email: braesideshop@kings.edu.au or uniformshop@kings.edu.au

School Term Dates 2022 Term 1

Term 3

School commence

Tuesday 1 February

Term concludes Easter

Classes commence

Thursday 7 April

Classes conclude

Monday 25 April

Term 4 Classes commence

Term 2 Classes commence Pupil Free Days

Thursday 22 September

Good Friday 15 April – Easter Sunday 17 April

Anzac Day

Classes conclude

Tuesday 19 July

Classes concludes Wednesday 27 April Friday 24 June Friday 10 June and Monday 13 June 24

Wednesday 11 October Thursday 8 December

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RIGHTS RESERVED: The information in the School Handbooks is accurate at the time of publication, but the School reserves the right to alter any of the arrangements outlined in the Handbooks at any time.

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