HIGH SCHOOL GUIDE 2026
YEAR 7 - 11
SCHOOL CALENDAR 2026
Term 1
Monday 26 January
Tuesday 27 January
Wednesday 28 January
Thursday 2 April
Term 2
Monday 27 April
Tuesday 28 April
Monday 8 June
Friday 26 June
Term 3
Monday 20 July
Tuesday 21 July
Friday 18 September
Term 4
Tuesday 6 October
Wednesday 7 October
Wednesday 9 December
Thursday 10 December
Australia Day Holiday
Staff Development Day
Day Term 1 starts (Students K- Year 11)
Term 1 ends
Staff Development Day
Term 2 starts (Students K - Year 11)
School Closed – King’s Birthday
Term 2 ends
Staff Development Day
Term 3 Starts (Students K - Year 11)
Term 3 ends
Staff Development Day
Term 4 starts (Students K - Year 11)
Term 4 ends
Teachers’ last day
Additional Holidays 2026:
Good Friday & Easter Monday: 3 April & 6 April
Anzac Day: 25 April (Term 1 School Holidays)
October Long Weekend: 5 October (Term 3 School Holidays)
SCHOOL TIMETABLE
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Homeroom
Period 2
Lesson 3
RECESS
Lesson 4
Lesson 5
LUNCH
Lesson 6
Lesson 7
8:50 am - 9 06 am 9:06 am – 10:00 am 10:00 am – 10:54 am 10:54 am – 11:14 am 11:14 am – 12:08 pm 12:08 pm – 1:02 pm 1:02 pm – 1:42 pm 1:42 pm – 2:36 pm 2:36 pm – 3:30 pm
FORMAL ASSEMBLIES
HIGH SCHOOL
Period 1
Period 2
Lesson 3
RECESS
Lesson 4
Lesson 5
LUNCH
Lesson 6
Lesson 7 8:00 am - 8 54 am 9:06 am – 10:00 am 10:00 am – 10:54 am 10:54 am – 11:14 am 11:14 am – 12:08 pm 12:08 pm – 1:02 pm 1:02 pm – 1:42 pm 1:42 pm – 2:36 pm 2:36 pm – 3:30 pm
Each week, three assemblies are held. The Year 7 – 9 assembly takes place on Friday from 10am to 11am in Adelaide Hall, assembly for Year 10 is on Friday 11.14 - 12.08, and the Year 10 – 12 assembly takes place on Friday from 12pm to 1pm on the Bondi Campus. Students wear their formal uniforms for these assemblies.
TEN-DAY TIMETABLE
The academic timetable follows a 10 day cycle, made up of two school weeks Week A does not necessarily mirror week B Week 1 of any term uses the Week A timetable regardless of what day it begins on Before school and after school activities remain the same each week
There is no Period 7 on Fridays for Middle School as school finishes at 2 30pm on these days
Senior students on the Bondi campus may have lessons in Period 1 during the week, and also in Period 7 on Fridays, depending on their timetable and subject choices.
COMMUNICATION
GENERAL COMMUNICATION
Email is utilised to communicate with parents wherever possible. Please ensure that we are in possession of your current email address. Parents and Caregivers are advised to notify the school of any changes to your address (residential, postal and business), telephone (business, home and mobile) and email to reception@reddamhouse.com.au.
NEWSLETTERS
The newsletter is an important tool between the school and the home It is used to communicate important and relevant information for your child Newsletters are distributed regularly by email
INFORMATION EVENINGS
Parent Information Evenings / Welcome Drinks are arranged at the beginning of each year to allow parents the opportunity to socialise with each other and gain insight into the educational world of their child This valuable insight into your child’s schooling will provide you with the organisational background to support your child positively Various other opportunities will be made available for parents to make contact with staff during the course of the year
TERM CALENDAR
At the commencement of each term, parents are issued with a term calendar Incursions, excursions, assembly, class performances, cycle tests, carnivals, music evenings and other events will be indicated in this document There are, however, occasions when information changes. Any alterations will be communicated to parents via an email at the earliest possible opportunity. All important documents will be shared and updated in your Parent Portal.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Please follow our Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook page for updates and regular posts @reddamhousesydney
MEETINGS WITH STAFF
We believe in an open-door policy whereby parents are welcome to make an appointment via Reception to discuss any issues of concern.
If you would like to make an appointment to see the Executive Principal Mr Simon Lees, please do so by contacting the EA to the Principal – Ms Sara Forster, Email: sara.forster@reddamhouse.com.au
To contact Mr Colin Cawse, Deputy Principal of the High School (10-12), please email: colin.cawse@reddamhouse.com.au
To contact Ms Courtaney Wood, Deputy Principal of the Middle School (7-9), please email: courtaney.wood@reddamhouse.com.au
If you would like to meet with a member of staff, please do so by emailing the teacher concerned directly Please do not engage teachers in quick chats in the corridor or classrooms before school as this may compromise valuable teaching time
CONTACT LIST & STAFF INFORMATION
BONDI
CAMPUS: YEAR 10 - 12
Simon Lees Executive Principal simon lees@reddamhouse com au
Colin Cawse Deputy Principal Senior School & Science (Chemistry) colin cawse@reddamhouse com au
Antony Charles Assistant Head of Senior School & Mathematics antony.charles@reddamhouse.com.au
Melanie Pelosi Head of Future Pathways mel.pelosi@reddamhouse.com.au
Stacey Muscat Head of HSIE, Business Studies & Economics stacey.muscat@reddamhouse.com.au
Allison Pascoe Business Studies & Economics alison.pascoe@reddamhouse.com.au
Claudia Jones Legal Studies & Career Advisor Year 12 claudia.jones@reddamhouse.com.au
Margarita Kolesnik Commerce, Business Studies & Year 11 Coordinator margarita kolesnik@reddamhouse com au
Jennifer Wang Commerce jennifer wang@reddamhouse com au
Liz Collier-Walsh Head of Dance
liz collier@reddamhouse com au
Emma Johns Dance emma johns@reddamhouse com au
Will Hodgson Head of Drama will.hodgson@reddamhouse.com.au
Megan Gilsenan Drama megan.gilsenan@reddamhouse.com.au
Angela di Stefano Head of English angela.distefano@reddamhouse.com.au
Cassandra Dickinson English cassandra dickinson@reddamhouse com au
Alicia Mather English alicia mather@reddamhouse com au
Lorne Johnson English lorne.johnson@reddamhouse.com.au
Lucy Burke English lucy.burke@reddamhouse.com.au
Phil Francis English & EAL/D phil francis@reddamhouse com au
Audrey Roby Head of French & Year 10 Coordinator audrey roby@reddamhouse com au
Laura Dignan Head of Geography laura dignan@reddamhouse com au
Leah Kronental Hebrew leah.kronental@reddamhouse.com.au
Julie Vince History & Year 12 Coordinator julie.vince@reddamhouse.com.au
Stewart Dalglish History stewart dalglish@reddamhouse com au
Ryan Bownds Commerce, Geography, History ryan bownds@reddamhouse com au
Chris D’Souza Computing Technology & Software Engineering chris dsouza@reddamhouse com au
Melody Wu Chinese & Literature melody.wu@reddamhouse.com.au
Rebecca Morgan Head of Mathematics & Year 11 Coordinator rebecca.morgan@reddamhouse.com.au
Leonard Dawson Mathematics leonard dawson@
Ori Golan Mathematics ori.golan@redda
Tony Simic Mathematics tony simic@redd
Noah Armesto Mathematics noah.armesto@r
Cedric Lebescont Head of Science cedric.lebescont
Aan Tham Science (Chemistry) aan tham@redda
Rob Stephenson Science (Chemistry/Physics) rob.stephenson@reddamhouse.com.au
Claire Cullen Science (Biology) claire.cullen@reddamhouse.com.au
Michael Andreatta Science (Biology) michael andreatta@reddamhouse com au
Tegan Barnett Health and Movement Science tegan barnett@reddamhouse com au
Bradley Radcliffe PDHPE, Health and Movement Science bradley radcliffe@reddamhouse com au
Laurellen Symonds Head of Visual Arts & Year 10 Coordinator laurellen symonds@reddamhouse com au
Bonita Bub Visual Arts bonita bub@reddamhouse com au
Alison Housley Head of Music (Academic) alison housley@reddamhouse com au
Brendan O’Mahony Music brendan o’mahony@reddamhouse com au
Marcus Bortolotti Head of Music (Performance) marcus bortolotti@reddamhouse com au
Elli Bortolotti Curator of Music, Performance & Special Events elli bortolotti@reddamhouse com au
Benjamin Burton Collaborative Pianist benjamin burton@reddamhouse com au
WOOLLAHRA CAMPUS: YEAR 7 -9
Simon Lees Executive Principal simon.lees@reddamhouse.com.au
Courtaney Wood Deputy Principal Middle School & Music courtaney.wood@reddamhouse.com.au
Jennifer Wang Commerce / Entrepreneurship /Chinese jennifer wang@reddamhouse com au
Ryan Bownds Commerce ryan bownds@reddamhouse com au
Melody Wu Chinese melody wu@reddamhouse com au
Sunny Rong Chinese sunny.rong@reddamhouse.com.au
Angela Chen Chinese angela chen@reddamhouse com au
Chris D’Souza Computing Technology chris dsouza@reddamhouse com au
Emma Johns Dance emma johns@reddamhouse com au
Will Hodgson Head of Drama will.hodgson@reddamhouse.com.au
Megan Gilsenan Drama megan.gilsenan@reddamhouse.com.au
Gilbert Halcrow Drama / Entrepreneurship gilbert halcrow@reddamhouse com au
Aleshea Houlahan Design & Technology / Digital Media & Duke of Edinburgh Coordinator aleshea houlahan@reddamhouse com au
Tulay Yavuz Design & Technology / Digital Media tulay yavuz@reddamhouse com au
Anne-Marie Kitching Head of English anne-marie.kitching@reddamhouse.com.au
Justin Compton English justin.compton@reddamhouse.com.au
Esti Guinea English esti guinea@reddamhouse com au
Kyra Phlilips
English, Leadership & Year 9 Coordinator kyra-maya phillips@reddamhouse com au
Audrey Roby Head of French audrey roby@re
Lisa Cameron French lisa.cameron@r
Habiba Fallet French habiba.fallet@r
Mia Wolfson HSIE Coordinator, History & Year 8 Coordinator mia wolfson@re
Michael Wakley Geography michael wakley@
Savarna Burrows Geography / History savarna burrow
Leah Kronental Hebrew leah.kronental@
Jade Viljoen Coordinator of Mathematics jade viljoen@reddamhouse com au
Helen Dalakiaris Mathematics helen.dalakiaris@reddamhouse.com.au
Noah Armesto Mathematics & Year 8 Coordinator noah.armesto@reddamhouse.com.au
Marissa Parkes Mathematics marissa parkes@reddamhouse com au
Alison Housley Head of Music (Academic) alison housley@reddamhouse com au
Kylie Bailey Music kylie bailey@reddamhouse com au
Brendan O’Mahony Music brendan.o’mahony@reddamhouse.com.au
Marcus Bortolotti Head of Music (Performance) marcus.bortolotti@reddamhouse.com.au
Elli Bortolotti
Curator of Music, Performance & Special Events elli bortolotti@reddamhouse com au
Benjamin Burton Collaborative Pianist benjamin burton@reddamhouse com au
Bella Kable PDHPE & Year 7 Coordinator bella.kable@reddamhouse.com.au
Ryan Vose PDHPE & Year 9 Coordinator ryan.vose@reddamhouse.com.au
Jo Karney Public Speaking & Year 7 Coordinator jo karney@reddamhouse com au
Ben Roets Head of Science ben roets@reddamhouse com au
Melanie Pelosi Science, Leadership & Head of Future Pathways melanie.pelosi@reddamhouse.com.au
Claire Cullen Science claire cullen@reddamhouse com au
Laurellen Symonds Head of Visual Arts laurellen symonds@reddamhouse com au
Bonita Bub Visual Arts bonita bub@reddamhouse com au Adin Milo Visual Arts adin.milo@reddamhouse.com.au
YEAR COORDINATORS
Jo Karney
Bella Kable
Mia Wolfson
Noah Armesto
Ryan Vose
Kyra Maya Philips
Laurellen Symonds
Audrey Roby
Rebecca Morgan
Margarita Kolesnik
Julie Vince
Year 7
Year 7
Year 8 Year 8
Year 9
Year 9 Year 10
Year 10 Year 11
Year 11 Year 12
YEAR CO-ORDINATORS
If your child is unwell, please log this via the Parent Portal ATTENDANCE
SCHOOL COUNSELLOR
School counsellors are available for our students, contact:
jo.karney@reddamhouse.com.au
bella.kable@reddamhouse.com.au
mia wolfson@reddamhouse com au noah armesto@reddamhouse com au ryan.vose@reddamhouse.com.au
kyra-maya.phillips@reddamhouse.com.au
laurellen symonds@reddamhouse com au audrey.roby@reddamhouse.com.au
rebecca.morgan@reddamhouse.com.au
margarita.kolesnik@reddamhouse.com.au
julie vince@reddamhouse com au
susanna green@reddamhouse com au (Years 7-9) alessandro.digiacomo@reddamhouse.com.au (Years 10-12)
OFFICE HOURS
During school terms, reception is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday, and the administration staff will be available to assist with any queries. Reception is also open in the school holidays from 9am to 3pm, except over the summer holidays when it is closed
UNIFORM
EVERYDAY UNIFORM
• Reddam House long camel pants
• Reddam House short camel pants
• Reddam House camel skort
• Reddam House short sleeve white polo shirt
• Reddam House long sleeve white polo shirt
• Reddam House navy blue jumper
• Reddam House navy blue hoodie
• Reddam House white ankle socks
• Black leather shoes (canvas permitted for Yr 9+)
• Reddam House cap
• Navy Reddam tote bag
SPORTS UNIFORM
• Reddam House house colour t-shirt
• Reddam House sport shorts
• Reddam House skort
• Reddam House sport tracksuit
• Running shoes
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Every student must wear their full formal uniform to assembly and other formal functions.
• House colour t-shirts should only be worn at inter-house events or carnivals
High School students are to wear their full sport uniform on days that they have sport
• Collars on dress shirts must be buttoned with the tie knot positioned at the top of the button
• Boys must be clean shaven.
• Skirts must fit correctly and be always buttoned at the waist
• Hair must be neat, tidy, and appropriately styled.
• Hairstyles, jewelry and piercings must be conservative
FORMAL UNIFORM
• Reddam House long camel pants
• Reddam House short camel pants
• Reddam House camel skort
• Reddam House short sleeve white collared (dress) shirt
• Reddam House long sleeve white collared (dress) shirt
• Reddam House tie
• Reddam House blazer
• Reddam House white ankle socks
• Black leather shoes (canvas permitted for Yr 9+)
• Reddam House cap
For all enquiries please email: uniformshop@reddamhouse.com.au Phone 02 8376 3508
For more information on the Uniform Shop, visit: reddam-house myshopify com
Shop Location & Opening Hours: 254 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction 2022 Mon/Tues/Wed/Fri 9am - 2pm Thurs 11am to 4.00pm (closed for Lunch 12:30 – 1pm)
CANTEEN
The Woollahra campus canteen (7-9) has an online ordering system available and must be pre-ordered by 9:00am the morning of through the link below www flexischools com au Students are able to purchase items directly during recess and lunch, subject to availability The canteen accepts cash and physical card payments (no apple pay or mobiles may be used)
We encourage all families to use Flexischools to help us create an efficient cashless experience at the canteen, and simplify school life
Collection of their recess or lunch will be from the rooftop on level 5
The Bondi campus (10-12) does not have a dedicated canteen on site as it is in close proximity to many cafe options close by. Students are given the flexibility to visit these spaces off-site during break times and free periods.
NUT FREE SCHOOL
We are a nut-free school Students must adhere to this policy strictly for health purposes Students may not bring food from home containing nuts
Note: Flexischools is provided by InLoop Pty Ltd (ABN 27 114 508 771) (trading as Flexischools) AFSL 471558. Any information provided is general only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Please read and consider the Combined FSG/PDS and TMD at www.flexischools.com.au/legal before acquiring or using the service.
TEXTBOOKS, LAPTOPS & MOBILE PHONES
TEXT BOOKS
Campion Books is our preferred supplier of textbooks Book lists for each Year group will be included in the annual Parent information Guide (Enrolment Pack) A link to Campion’s website will allow parents to order and pay for their child’s textbooks directly All book orders must be delivered to the family home address (not the school)
The hard copy book automatically comes with a digital version, which can be downloaded onto a device. Teachers will expect students to have the hard copy textbook for class. The digital version that they download allows them to use it at home and reduces the need to transport heavy books back and forth.
LAPTOPS
Students must have a laptop computer for use in class when needed by the teacher for research. Should you not have a preference, the Reddam IT Department’s suggested device is a laptop that will run Windows (Mac or PC).
This laptop is to be stored in the student’s locker and not brought into class, unless needed for research by the teacher. Each subject will require a hard copy exercise book (as specified by the teacher) in which to record notes in class and insert handouts etc. We do not want students using their laptops to take notes. Hand writing is a vital and important skill and needs to be practised.
MOBILE PHONES
Mobile phones are not allowed in class (10-12) or to be accessed during the school day at all (7-9).
Reddam Middle School operates a mobile phone pouch system where students must lock their mobile phone or smart watch into the pouch at the start of each day during homeroom. This pouch is signal blocking. Students will be able to unlock their pouch at the end of the school day or at reception if they need to leave early. Should students disobey these rules, the phone will be confiscated and returned at the end of that school day and 2 permanent demerits will be issued. Should this occur three times, parents will be contacted to come and collect the phone in person and a meeting arranged with the Deputy Principal.
We are committed to teaching students self-control and routine whilst also protecting the learning environment digitally and preventing distraction.
HOMEWORK POLICY (YR 7 - 9)
A regular homework regime is seen as beneficial to learning in much the same way as regular exercise is seen to be beneficial to the maintenance of good health For homework to be beneficial, tasks need to be worthwhile and achievable
Year 7 and 8 are expected to do approximately 6 hours of homework per week Year 9 is expected to do 9 hours of homework per week
No one subject should give more than 20 minutes of homework on any given day for the following day. Weekly homework is given in Mathematics, Science, and English only for years 7 and 8. Year 9 has a reduced number of subjects which does allow for homework to be allocated across all subjects.
Where possible homework should be set for the week to allow students to plan their time accordingly Students must record the homework set by individual teachers in their School Diary
When homework is not completed, students will be warned and given an opportunity to correct this before an academic demerit is issued Parents will be notified by the classroom teacher if there are concerns regarding a student’s academic performance. Students are also advised to seek clarification on subject content by meeting with their teacher and attending tutorials regularly.
ASSIGNMENTS
All assignments need to be booked by the Teacher/ Head of Department a year in advance as per the scope and sequence of each subject and stage. This information will be published in a handbook and distributed to students and parents at the beginning of each term. Notifications for these tasks will be distributed to students at least two weeks before the due date or at the beginning of each term via IGSP.
All research tasks and assignments must be accompanied with information/handout
• Briefing students on the outcomes being tested.
• Outlining how marks will be awarded.
• Outlining expectations of the time the students should set aside for each part of the task.
• Outlining the weighting of the task.
• Detailing whether the assigned task is to be completed individually, in pairs, or in groups
At the start of each term, students will be informed of the components of their term mark and relative weightings
WORK SUBMITTED LATE WILL INCUR THE FOLLOWING PENALTIES:
• Late assignments lose 10% of the total mark for each day late for a total number of 3 days.
requirements
PLAGIARISM
Students must complete and submit their own work Plagiarism will be explained to students. Students must acknowledge the use of other people’s work (this includes proposed ideas /ideas articulated by experts, academics and/or critics. Plagiarism will result in a zero mark and parents contacted Work composed at home should be word processed, where possible
HOMEWORK POLICY
(YR 10 - 11)
Years 10 and 11 are expected to complete approximately 10–12 hours of homework and study across a seven day week As students progress towards their senior years, the workload naturally increases, and they are encouraged to develop strong organisational and time management skills to balance the demands of all their subjects Homework set in each subject should remain reasonable and purposeful, supporting students in consolidating class learning and preparing for upcoming assessments Teachers will ensure tasks are manageable, while students are expected to plan their study time responsibly to meet deadlines across all courses
Homework is set with consideration for other subjects to allow students to plan their time accordingly Students must record the homework set by individual teachers in their diaries
All research tasks and assignments are accompanied by a sheet briefing students
• on the outcomes being assessed
• an evaluation sheet showing how marks are awarded
• an expectation of the time the student should set aside the weighting of the task
• whether the assigned task is to be completed by the individual, in pairs or in groups
At the start of each term, students are informed of the components of their term marks and the relative weightings
A student who does not have a valid reason for submitting a late hand-in assignment will be penalised at the rate of 20% of the available marks per day. The weekend is counted as one day. An assessment task more than 2 days late will not be accepted unless an extension has been granted or a supplementary task has been approved.
PLAGIARISM
Students must complete and submit their own work. Plagiarism will be explained to students. Students must acknowledge the use of other people’s work (this includes proposed ideas /ideas articulated by experts, academics and/or critics. Plagiarism will result in a zero mark and parents contacted. Work composed at home should be word processed, where possible. Refer to Senior Assessment Booklets.
TESTS & EXAMS
CYCLE TESTS
Students in Years 7 - 10 sit weekly standardised cycle tests in all subjects. The aim of these tests is to prepare students for examinations and to provide regular opportunities for students to revise their work. Cycle Tests are written in accordance with a roster provided to the students. Students are expected at school by 8.45am on Fridays.
CATCH UP CYCLE TEST
A Medical Certificate will be required if they miss school the day prior or they cannot sit their Cycle Test on Friday. Failure to present a Medical Certificate will result in a 10% penalty. Cycle Tests have to be written unless an exception is granted by the Deputy Principal. The mandatory catch-up Cycle Test will take place on Monday at 8:00 am
Year 7 - 11 half yearly examinations take place in June and yearly examinations in September for Yr 11, and November for Yr 7-10. If a student is away the day before or on the day of an exam, they will require a doctor’s medical certificate so that they can re-sit the exam In Middle School, students are issued with an Examination Guidebook 4 weeks prior to the examination period with a schedule and information on how to prepare for each subject
NAPLAN
National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) takes place in May each year Students in Year 7 and Year 9 sit these tests over a three-day period The results are distributed in September / October of that year
OUTSIDE OF THE CLASSROOM
MUSIC
INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAMME
Various music ensembles are available for students to participate in before and after school These include Choirs, String Orchestra, Concert Band, Rock Bands, Jazz Bands, and others We encourage all students to participate in these groups
INSTRUMENTAL LESSONS
Individual tuition is available on a wide range of instruments, including violin, viola, cello, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, flute, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, tuba, guitar, piano and voice Lessons operate on rotation throughout the school day The weekly music timetable can be found in the Parent Portal To enrol in individual tuition, please contact the Music Department Students enjoy many varied performance opportunities throughout the year
To contact the music department, please email: music@reddamhouse com au
SPORT AND ACADEMIES
Reddam House Sydney offers an extensive co-curricular programme each term, encouraging students to actively participate in a wide range of activities that promote growth, teamwork and creativity Sports are a core part of school life and provide invaluable opportunities for students to develop fitness, improve health, build physical skills, learn teamwork strategies and enhance communication skills Students in Year 7-11 are to choose either one sport or two academies per season (Summer and Winter)
Sports at Reddam are primarily team-based activities entered into either school competitions or local competitions Training sessions are scheduled within the co-curricular programme to allow for maximum participation, and many teams compete across Sydney after school, in the evenings and on Saturdays.
In addition to sports, students are encouraged to explore a variety of Academies that extend beyond physical activity. These include Studio Art, Drama Club, Debating and Chess, among other pursuits. Academies involve external providers and therefore carry an additional cost to parents, billed to school accounts on a termly basis.
A comprehensive schedule of each term’s sporting and cultural activities is published by the Sports Department at the commencement of every term, ensuring students and families can plan their involvement across both sports and academies.
To contact the Head of Sport, please email: phil.kable@reddamhouse.com.au
To contact the Coordinator of Academies, please email: bella.kable@reddamhouse.com.au
Please refer to the school’s Tour booklet for more information.
INCURSIONS & EXCURSIONS
From time to time, our students are taken on excursions in and around Sydney (called Seminar Days). Incursions are also provided for students in various subjects with guest speakers or performers. Incursions and excursions are used to enhance the students’ learning experiences.
PASTORAL & WELLBEING
Pastoral support and student wellbeing are a fundamental part of every interaction between staff and students at Reddam House. This is underpinned by a tutor system lead by the Year Coordinators who work closely with the cohorts of students in each year level Each term, students participate in a range of learning experiences to help equip them with skills to build friendships, manage conflict, understand digital safety and to support inclusivity and mutual respect These sessions are delivered by our staff and also through external providers who visit the school to deliver carefully selected and age-appropriate sessions targeted to students’ developmental needs
COMMUNITY SERVICE
At Reddam House, social responsibility plays an important role - ‘We shall give back’ is our school motto. Throughout the year, the students will take part in several charity events, which are led by the Year 9 & 12 Charity Portfolio members. There will also be International Community Service Projects (tours) each year for which funds will be raised. Reddam Middle School students participate actively in an annual Community Service Program where they will contribute their time and energy once a term to an ongoing project or initiative.
Excursions, Incursions, Pastoral and Community Service programs will occur an additional cost and the details of this will be communicated to parents at the start of the year.
EVENTS & HOUSE CARNIVALS
HIGH SCHOOL HOUSES
Our School Houses are:
• Bennelong (Yellow)
• Darling (Red)
• Piper (Blue)
• Macquarie (Green)
Various Inter-house competitions are held through the year in sport, music, art, dance and drama. A House Shield is awarded at the end of the year to the most successful house through the year.
Reddam House Sydney encourages and recognises our students’ efforts and achievements in many ways A full break down of our Awards can be found in our Awards booklet
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
We aim to build the leadership skills and experiences of our Year 7 – 11 students in a number of ways All the Year 9 and 12's are included in a portfolio choice, and a leader for each portfolio is elected by their peers. The students also elect their House Captains, who will lead them in the various inter-house events. In addition, both Yr 9 and Yr 11/12 students elect 3 students to the Judiciary who will represent the Middle and High School community.
SPORTS CARNIVALS
Two sports carnivals are held every year for students to come together in their houses and compete in various disciplines. Swimming in Term 1 and Athletics in Term 3. These carnival days are compulsory, and all students are expected to attend and take part.
The aim of the day is participation, healthy competition and enjoyment and at all times these goals should remain the focus. We encourage all students to support their House by taking part in as many events as possible and wearing their House colours.
DUKE OF EDINBURGH
The Duke of Edinburgh program is available for students to participate in from 14yrs old onwards Students can work through their Bronze, Silver and Gold awards throughout their time at Reddam House as part of a program overseen by Aleshea Houlahan For further information, email aleshea.houlahan@reddamhouse.com.au
GENERAL INFORMATION
STUDENT PORTAL
Students can log into the Student Portal via the Reddam House Gateway: reddamhouse.com.au/gateway.html to access their timetable and school calendar, as well as other resources.
LOCKERS
The use of lockers for the storing of books and sporting kit is strongly encouraged for all students. Every student is issued with a locker at the start of term and a combination lock is provided to them.
SUN PROTECTION
All students are encouraged to apply sun protection cream each day prior to arriving at school Reddam House caps and hats are available from the Reddam House Uniform Shop.
LATE ARRIVALS
As late arrivals cause disruption and compromise both teaching and learning, we encourage students to arrive ten to fifteen minutes before the start of the school day. In the event of late arrival, please report to Reception for a late slip. This is an important step in the procedure to ensure that your child is recorded as present on the official roll, which is crucial for record keeping, duty of care and safety
LEAVE FROM SCHOOL
In the event of your child requiring extended leave from school for a period of time, please address your request to the Deputy Principals in writing or via the parent portal to obtain permission.
If your child is required to leave school early or will be absent for the day you must inform Reception
Students must sign out from the office on the day of early departure
SHUTTLE BUS
A shuttle bus will be provided for students for off site PE lessons, academies, training and a selection of sporting fixtures. A shuttle will also travel between campuses to assist staff and students in commuting, leaving at the start of each period
PARENTS/CARERS ON CAMPUS
Parents can be present on campus if they have a scheduled meeting with a teacher or school executive member. Upon their arrival, Parents/Carers must sign in at the Reception Parents are requested not to enter classrooms or be present in the corridors during school hours If a parent needs to drop off a ‘forgotten’ item, this should be done at Main Reception
ANNUAL ADMINISTRATION REVIEW
Annual Administration Review takes place at the commencement of Term 4 each year and provides an opportunity for parents of current and new students to finalise matters pertaining to the new school year The School will work on the assumption that all enrolled students will stay at Reddam House until they complete their remaining schooling In other words, their enrolment is automatically continued, and there will be no need to follow any re-enrolment process each year. Should you wish to withdraw your child from the School (that is terminate the enrolment), you must provide at least one term’s written notice to the Principal.
During this period, our Admissions department prepares and emails an enrolment pack to the parents of all students Included in the pack will be information regarding everything you need for
the start of the year, such as stationary and book lists, uniform information, IT and parent portal information, contact directory, and our policies and codes of conduct
Parents of students will need to confirm that the medical, personal, and contact information previously provided is correct, and if so no further action will be required If any changes need to be made, notice must be given by emailing our Admissions Team: enrolment@reddamhouse com au
Our Finance Department also prepares and emails a payment arrangement form for each family detailing the tuition fees and the school fee payment options for the new year
to remain at the school for the period in respect of which the cancellation penalty is calculated, subject to compliance with the remaining terms and conditions
CODES OF CONDUCT
The Discipline Code, Sports Code, Parent Code of Conduct, Anti-Bullying Policy and Computer and IT Policy are important and fundamental aspects of school life at Reddam House. Parents sign their agreement to these at the time of their acceptance of enrolment. Links to copies of these policies can be found on our website and student diary. They are also provided in the annual Information Guide (Enrolment Pack) and available for viewing at any time on the Parent Portal
REDDAM HOUSE AGREEMENT SCHOOL DIARY
Parents of students at Reddam House are required to agree to and sign an agreement with the school at the time of acceptance of an enrolment offer Terms and conditions are also available on the school parent portal
NOTICE PERIOD
Once students have gained entry to Reddam House, they are expected to complete their schooling with Reddam House, and their enrolment is automatically continued. Should parents wish to withdraw the Student from the School at any time, they shall be obliged to give at least one term’s written notice to the Principal to this effect. In such an event, parents shall be obliged to pay a reasonable cancellation penalty, which shall be equal to one term’s fees.
If the notice is given before or in the first week of the student’s proposed final term. If the notice is given later than the first week as aforesaid, the cancellation penalty shall be equal to the fees which would have been payable for the term in which the notice is given and for the ensuing term Notwithstanding the expiry of the term’s notice period, the student shall be entitled
The Reddam House diary is a compulsory item for all Year 7 – 9 students. The diaries are ordered by the school on your behalf and distributed by the class tutor at the beginning of each year The cost of the diary will be debited to your school account Replacement diaries are issued if needed and rebilled The diary is a vital communication tool for both parents and teachers It is required to be brought to school every day and signed by a parent after checking the homework has been completed daily
INTERVIEWS & REPORTS
PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS
Parent Teacher interviews occur throughout the year and provide an opportunity for you to meet online with your child’s teachers, discuss any concerns that you might have, and receive some first- hand feedback on how your child has performed in the term The invaluable opportunity aims to provide a picture of your child’s academic and social performance
FORMAL REPORTS
Formal academic reports are issued four times a year in the High School and are accessible online through the iSAMS parent portal
PARENT PORTAL & GLOBAL STUDY PLATFORM
iSAMS is the school administration system. Parents can access information via the ‘Parent Portal’ via the gateway on reddamhouse.com.au by using your personal login. Official academic reports are issued through iSAMS.
Parents may also access more specific insights into their child’s learning via the Inspired Global Study Platform (IGSP). This can be accessed at rsy.inspirededucationschools.com using the same login used for iSAMS Parent Portal.
See iSAMS Parent Portal section for more information.
ISAMS PARENT PORTAL
The Reddam House Parent Portal is a secure place for you to access all information held by the school regarding your child.
Through Parent Portal you can:
• View the school calendar, important information and daily bulletins
• View your child’s academic progress, attendance details, and timetable.
• View/Change the school’s records of your contact details.
• View copies of emails sent from the school
• Make payments (American Express is now accepted)
We would encourage you to log in to the Parent Portal and check the site on a regular basis to ensure you do not miss any important information.
HOW TO REGISTER
In order to register for the Parent Portal account, you will be emailed a unique registration code and password This will happen after your child commences at Reddam House
Visit: reddamhouse.com.au, then: https://rhsydney.isamshosting.cloud
• You will be asked to enter the unique registration code and password.
• After entering the code and password you will then be asked to create an account, using your personal details.
• Once complete, you will be sent an email to confirm your account As soon as you have registered your account, you can then log in to the Parent Portal using your personal details
• You will not need to use the registration code and password again.
• If you have any difficulties activating your account, please do not hesitate to contact the school office via email at: itsupport@reddamhouse.com.au
MEDICAL MATTERS
If your child is ill, please notify our Administration Staff using the Parent Portal
After an infectious illness or when absent for a cycle test or examination, the child must present a medical certificate on returning to school Please note that schools are no longer allowed to dispense medication to students without permission
If your child has nits or head lice please keep him/her at home until the infestation has cleared As lice are very easily transmitted, it is of paramount importance that children do not return to school until you are sure there are no longer nits or lice present.
If your child suffers from anaphylaxis, a detailed medical plan, issued by a medical professional, along with EpiPen or equivalent must be submitted to the school. This should be clearly labelled and have a recent photograph of the student. It is the parent’s responsibility to ensure that the EpiPen is replaced before expiry.
If your child has asthma, please submit an asthma management plan to the school which clearly specifies the action to be taken by teachers and supervisors should your child need assistance Please ensure that your child has any puffers required at school with them or handed to the teacher
If your child has any other medical condition which requires management or treatment, please submit a medical management plan to the school This should be done by a doctor and all relevant medications / other should be clearly labelled and handed in
To contact the School Nurse, please email: reddam nursing@reddamhouse com au
POLICIES, CODES, TERMS & CONDITIONS
The Reddam House philosophy is structured to create a sense of freedom within which individuality is encouraged, personal growth and self-confidence promoted, and freedom of expression is encouraged.
The extent of that freedom is defined by the Discipline Code, and the responsibility is placed on the student to enjoy the freedom within the parameters of this Code. Reddam House offers an education without fear.
The Discipline Code is a partnership between Reddam House, parents and students. This code is applicable whilst students and parents/guardians are on the school’s premises, at school functions or on any occasion where they are identifiable as Reddam House students or parents/guardians.
Links to all policy and code documents are listed below:
PRIVACY POLICY
https://www sydney reddamhouse com au/privacy-policy
ANTI-BULLYING POLICY rhouse.com.au/PDF/Registration/2023/AntiBullyingPolicy.pdf
SPORTS CODE OF CONDUCT rhouse.com.au/PDF/2025/SportsCodeofConduct.pdf
DISCIPLINE CODE
rhouse com au/PDF/Registration/2023/DisciplineCode pdf
PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT
rhouse com au/PDF/Registration/2023/ParentCodeofConduct pdf
T’S & C’S
Once the 2026 fees have been finalised in November, the Finance Department will be in contact via email advising the new schedule of fees and payment options For any fee-related questions please email the Accounts Receivable team at: accountsreceivable@reddamhouse.com.au
Financial T’s & C’s Document: rhouse.com.au/PDF/Registration/2024/FinancialTermsandConditions.pdf
“WE SHALL GIVE BACK”
Reddam House acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Owners and Knowledge Holders of the land on which we meet; The Gadigal People of the Eora Nation It is upon their ancestral lands that Reddam resides. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for these lands