Start-of-school checklist 

Communications

Available services (Optional)

Start and finish times

  • Prep school hours: 8.30 am – 2.45 pm
  • Years 1-6 school hours: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Orientation Dates

2024 Family Administration Day Wednesday, 17 January 2024 (optional)
In-person event, all services and co-curricular staff will be available for questions and sign-ups.

New student Orientation Years 1-6
8:30 am and 10:30 am on Monday, 22 January 2024.
All new students must attend a short orientation between Students must attend in a full formal uniform. More information to follow.

First Day of School

  • Years 1 to 6: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm on Tuesday, 23 January 
  • Prep Group A
    - Monday, 22 January 2024, from 8:30 am – 12:00 pm. Students will require morning tea and leave at lunchtime.
    - Wednesday, 24 January 2024, from 8:30 am – 2:45 pm. Students will stay at school for the whole day. Morning tea and lunch will be required.
  • Prep Group B 
    - Tuesday, 23 January 2024, from 8:30 am – 12:00 pm. Students will require morning tea and leave at lunchtime.
    - Thursday, 25 January 2024, from 8:30 am – 2:45 pm. Students will stay at school for the whole day. Morning tea and lunch will be required.
I have a question...

We are here to help you navigate the start of school, so please contact us if you have any questions. Please download the Junior School Handbook, which is a comprehensive reference handbook for parents.

Who will be my child's teacher?

The Enrolments team will advise you of these details prior to the start of term.

Where do I go on my first day?

Please make your way to the Junior School Reception, or, as discussed prior with the Enrolments Office. 

(0)7 3353 7347

js.reception@northside.qld.edu.au