Parents

In the interest of ‘looking after our environment’, newsletters, most notices, school documents and policies are available online.

The newsletter is a vital link between school staff and the school community. It includes a range of important information and is our main avenue of communication. Paper copies are also available at the office for those families who don’t have access to the internet.

General Notices, Parent Handouts & School Forms

If your child will be absent from the bus, please phone the following number to report their absence:

1800 660 530

If there are any concerns, queries or requests regarding your child’s travel through the bus travel program please contact the Student Transport Coordinator on (03) 9743 4966.

Conditions of Travel

SDTP Family Guidelines

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides support and funding for children and young people with a disability to help them build their skills, and achieve their goals. We understand that navigating the NDIS can sometimes feel overwhelming, which is why our school has a dedicated Navigator on site to support families. The Navigator can provide information about the NDIS, guidance, and assistance with NDIS applications, referrals, and connecting with appropriate supports.

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Melton Specialist School has a ‘Dress Code’ policy and we ask that our community support this by ensuring their child is in school uniform every school day. Wearing our school uniform is important in establishing a strong sense of school identity and pride. The uniform details are listed below. There is an option of purchasing a ‘Class of Year’ tops for Grade 6 and Year 12 students at the beginning of each year. There are many different clothing options available to cater to the various seasonal needs and preferences of students.

SCHOOL UNIFORM IS COMPULSORY AT OUR SCHOOL

• In 2018 we introduced uniform pieces that are embroidered with the school’s logo.
• All of our uniform pieces are available to be purchased directly from the school uniform shop and some of the generic pieces can be purchased from local department stores.
• Please ensure that all student clothing and personal possessions are clearly marked.

As part of the Victorian government’s funding for school uniforms, every Prep and Year 7 government school student who is a Camps, Sports and Excursion Fund (CSEF) recipient is eligible for a uniform pack.
Eligibility requirements for CSEF can be found at www.education.vic.gov.au/csef

Each student is issued a Communication Diary at the beginning of the school year. Parents/Caregivers are encouraged to communicate with classroom staff to provide feedback and important information via the diary as necessary. Staff will utilise the diary to inform you of your child’s progress and also to send home permission forms and information from the school.

School commences at 9:00am.

School concludes at 3:00pm.

Our school administration office is open Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm

If your son/daughter arrives at school after the commencement of the daily school program or leaves before the conclusion of the daily program it is necessary for the parent/caregiver to sign them in or out of the school via the Compass kiosk in the office administration reception area.

If your child is unwell or unfit for attendance at school, please contact the administration office on the morning they will be absent on 9743 4966.

It is also a requirement that you provide a note and/or a doctor’s certificate to explain the reason for your child’s absence as soon as possible after they have returned to school.