How do I know where to go?
From the moment students collect their access cards, school staff will communicate where students are required to be. Some key information is provided below to make things easier:
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To improve navigation, school floors have different colours
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School maps will be provided to students and wayfinding directions placed around the school grounds
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For two weeks, guides will be placed on each floor of the school to assist students in finding their way
What happens if I arrive late?
Students that arrive after their year level start time are expected to report to the school administration building (main entrance on Macquarie Street) and sign in.
Do I get access to the specialised spaces?
class and requirements. The STEAM levels covering science, food technology, textiles, 3D printing, wood/ metal work, drama and performance provide specialist learning environments to drive collaboration and innovation, which are essential elements in curriculum delivery.
Do I have to take the lift?
The school has introduced a lift policy to manage the movement of students and limit the use of lifts during the school day.
Years 7 and 8 will take the stairs to access their homebase level. Staff will escort students when classes require use of the specialist areas on levels 1, 5 and 9.
Years 9, 10, 11 and 12 swipe card will provide lift access to their respective learning hub levels. Staff will escort students when classes require use of the specialist levels on 1, 5 and 9.
Where is the canteen?
The canteen is located on the ground level of the school. Students will be shown all necessary amenities during their class tour on the first day of school.
Where is the sick bay?
There are two sick bays. Both are located on the lower ground level of the school near the Welcome Centre. Students will be shown all necessary amenities during their orientation tour on the first day of school.
Where is the Counsellor?
The School Counsellor’s meeting space is located on the lower ground level near the Welcome Centre. Students will be shown all necessary amenities during their orientation tour on the first day of school.
Where are the play areas?
In early 2020, students will have access to the two new sports courts, multipurpose sports hall and associated landscaped areas. Robyn Thomas Reserve will remain a part of the curriculum.
Additional play areas and landscaping works will be delivered throughout 2020.
Has the uniform changed?
Yes. At the beginning of 2019 Year 7 and Year 11 transitioned into the new school uniform. From the start of the 2020 school year every student is expected to be in the new full school uniform. Please check the APHS website for the current uniform policy or contact the school. Students are reminded to wear their full school uniform every day to school and are required to change into their PE uniform if they have Sport, PE or dance. The school uniform can only be purchased at Lowes in Parramatta. Students are reminded they must wear hard leather lace up school shoes to school everyday.
What are the new school policies?
On the first day of school an induction and overview of the new policies and procedures will be outlined.
What kind of school will it be?
The school will be for students in Year 7 to Year 12 inclusive. It will be a contemporary learning environment offering modern facilities.
Innovative learning prepares students across all curriculum areas and learning stages with skills and capabilities to thrive in a rapidly changing and interconnected world. It connects students and engages their sense of curiosity.
access to the new school and innovative teaching spaces as part of a professional development and transition program. With the support of the Principal, staff and students are set to thrive in their new learning environment next year.