Enrolments

Enrolments are governed by the Ministry of Education enrolment scheme. Details are available in the slipcasein the back of this prospectus, on the college website and from the school office.

Enrolment begins after Open Week in June or July. Parents/caregivers who live in-zone should contact the school office to arrange an enrolment interview time with the deputy principal. The Board of Trustees has decided to accept no out-of-zone enrolments in 2012.

School Day

The school day begins at 8:40 a.m. and ends at 3:15 p.m. Note: School begins late on Tuesdays (9.50 am) to allow time for staff professional development.

School Donations

Parents/caregivers are asked to make an annual contribution to the College’s funds to help provide for educational, cultural, social activities and health services not covered by government funding.

The school donation is:

$250 if there is one student in the family; or $350 if there are two or more students from a family. There is a $75 sports and activities donation as a contribution to equipment and other costs.

School donations should be paid at the time of enrolment, or at the beginning of the school year. Payment can be made by cash, cheque or credit card. Arrangements for automatic payment by instalment can be made with the staff in the school office. There are also subject course fees to cover costs such as materials and write-on work books.

Dress and Appearance

Western Springs College has no formal uniform. The
development of sensible attitudes towards matters of dress and appearance is seen as part of the education process.

Dress should be neat and appropriate for all school-related occasions. It is not acceptable for students to wear clothing that is immodest, ripped or that has offensive messages. In questions of acceptability of dress, the College’s decision will be final. Parent support is expected.