Secondary 7-12 Manual

• Phones must not be used or visible on campus.
• Permission to use a phone must be requested and is only granted for educational purposes.
• Before school: No phone use, even for early arrivals.
• After school: Phones may only be used in the bus or carpark waiting areas.
• Phones are not permitted on buses to and from events.

For more information please refer to our Mobile Device Usage Policy.

The best way to access all the information about uniform policy and uniform shops is on Connect.

You can also access this information via the uniform icon on your Connect dashboard.

• At the start of each year, all Secondary students are provided with a College Diary.
• The diary is important for daily devotions, personal organisation and building good study habits.
• Students are trained to use the diary well, and diary use is required and monitored.
• The diary also functions as a movement pass for Years 7–9 students when leaving class.
• It contains helpful information about life at the College and key expectations.
• Lost diaries will be replaced, and the replacement cost will be incurred.

All year 7 students are given an assigned desk and indoor locker for storage of equipment. 

All year 8-9 students are assigned a locker. They can provide their own padlock (coded) but must report to secondary admin before using. Padlocks will be provided but if lost or damaged the student must arrange for their replacement.

At the end of the year, the College padlock must be returned to the Administration Office, otherwise an $80 fee will be incurred. All year 8 students and parents should be aware of the Secondary Locker Contract.

Year 10-12 students can apply for locker by filling in the Secondary Locker Contract.

Click here for all information about the Student Device Loan Agreement.

If a student wishes to drive to school and park their car at school or be a passenger of a student driver the following information is important to read and fill out: 

• The student drivers policy and form.
• The passenger request policy and form.

Music tuition plays a vital role in the Christian education we offer. We believe God has gifted music as an expression of His truth and beauty, and that nurturing a love for music and instrumental practice helps students reflect the Creator’s design in their lives. As students grow in their musical skills, they also develop diligence, discernment, and time‑management. Most importantly, making music brings joy through a tangible expression of worship to God and builds students’ confidence as they discover and develop their abilities.

We offer tuition across a variety of instruments and provide several music ensembles at both campuses, giving students opportunities to engage in music‑making with their peers. Together with our classroom music programs, we aim to provide students from Pre‑Primary to Year 12 with a musically enriching experience that fosters a lifelong appreciation and love for music. We look forward to welcoming your family into the IMP at Rehoboth.

If you have any enquiries about instrumental tuition, please email imp@rehoboth.wa.edu.au or visit the IMP page on Connect.

The Secondary Library is located in Room 3.16, next to the staff room. It is open every recess and lunch, providing students with opportunities to borrow books, read, play board games, study, or spend time building at the Lego table.

Lower School English classes also have regular scheduled library visits, encouraging students to borrow books and develop consistent reading habits.

Students can use the library loan kiosk to search the catalogue and borrow books using their SmartRider card as their library card. Our librarians are available to help students borrow or reserve books. Books can be borrowed for three weeks, after which students may either renew them or return them through the designated returns slot at the librarian’s desk.

The Secondary canteen is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Orders must be placed before 9:00am on canteen days. For full details about the menu, pricing, and ordering process, please visit the canteen forms page.

Parents are encouraged to provide a healthy, nutritious lunch for their children. Sending junk food is not recommended, as it contradicts the principles taught in our Health Program.

It is also important that students bring adequate drinks for the day. During hot weather, a frozen water bottle is ideal. Drinking fountains are available across the campus. We encourage all students to drink water regularly throughout the day.

Rehoboth is a Nut Aware school due to student allergies. Please avoid including nut products in your child’s lunch.

If you wish to provide hot food, please supply your child with an appropriate thermos and any necessary utensils.

Students are not permitted to order takeaway food or visit nearby shops during recess or lunch.

As a general guide, teachers may plan one excursion per course each year. Unless otherwise stated, all excursions held during school hours are compulsory and are considered part of regular class attendance.

You will be notified of an event or excursion through the Parent Orbit App. If you do not use the app, you will receive an email directing you to Parent Lounge. This notification will outline the key details of the excursion and will require your approval.

Please ensure approval is submitted at least 24 hours before the event.

You may also see upcoming events ahead of time by checking the Connect Calendar, accessible via the link on the top left of your Connect dashboard.

It is the parent’s responsibility to respond to invitations or notifications. Students will be unable to attend an excursion if approval has not been received. The Administration Office is not responsible for following up consent. If you are not receiving notifications, or if there are any issues, please contact the Administration Office immediately.

For most class excursions, a College bus will be booked. Teachers ensure diligent supervision throughout the excursion and maintain high standards of student behaviour.

The adult–student supervision ratio will not exceed 1:10, though a preferred ratio of 1:6 is used where possible for additional safety.
Parents may be eligible for College Support Hours if they accompany an excursion and take responsibility for a small group of students under the teacher’s direction.

Students must wear full school uniform to excursions unless otherwise specified.
Teachers will also ensure that a College First Aid Kit and a College mobile phone are taken on all excursions.

We value strong partnerships with parents and always welcome you to contact staff with questions at any time. We also recognise that you are busy, and that structured, routine parent evenings provide an important opportunity to strengthen this partnership.

Below is a list of our regular parent evenings and their approximate timing:

• K–12 | Meet the Teacher Evening – early Term 1
• Years 11–12 | Student and Parent Interview Evening – early Term 2
• Year 10 | Student and Parent Information Evening – mid–late Term 2
• Year 10 | Student and Parent Interview (Subject Selection/Pathway Focus) – early Term 3
• Years 7–9 | Student and Parent Interview Evening – early Term 3
• Year 9 | Heading into Year 10 Parent Information Night – early Term 4

Evenings shown in bold involve making bookings with individual teachers. We strongly encourage you to attend these interview evenings and also encourage students to come along.

Making appointments with your child’s teachers is a great way to build stronger partnerships and demonstrate our shared commitment to your child’s growth and learning. These meetings also provide a practical opportunity to discuss upcoming exams, major projects, and assessment expectations. Teachers can offer helpful preparation advice and give a clear summary of your child’s progress so far.

You will be informed of upcoming Student and Parent Interview Evenings through:

• The Connect Calendar
• Connect News

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Assemblies are held regularly in the gym, with a goal of two per term. One at the beginning of the term and another mid‑term with a mission support focus. Additional assemblies may also be held to mark special occasions such as ANZAC Day or Easter.

Parents are encouraged to check the Connect Calendar for specific assembly dates.

Parents and students will also be notified of upcoming assemblies, along with any important details, through Connect News. If your child is receiving a major award, Secondary Administration will email you directly.

Parents, friends, and relatives are always welcome to attend our major assemblies. These gatherings are a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the hard work, growth, and achievements of our students. They also offer insight into the focus and goals of the Secondary School. We especially love seeing parents and grandparents join us for these moments.

The Secondary Choir meets weekly on Wednesdays from 3:20–4:20pm under the direction of our vocal coach, Mrs Mariah Hlatywayo. Open to all students without the need for an audition, the choir provides a welcoming and vibrant environment where students can grow in musical skill, confidence, and community.

Through singing and musical games, students develop vocal technique and performance skills while also building friendships across year levels.

The Secondary Choir regularly performs at College concerts and community events, giving students valuable opportunities to express their faith and creativity through music. Rooted in our Christian ethos, the choir encourages students to glorify God with their gifts and contribute positively to culture through gospel‑centred artistry.

For more information, please contact Mrs Hlatywayo at mariah.hlatywayo@rehoboth.wa.edu.au.

Our music program is built on a core goal:
To ensure every student has the opportunity to actively participate in a music ensemble.

We believe music is a powerful means of developing discipline, creativity, and collaboration, and ultimately of shaping lives for the gospel. From Years 7–12, all students participate in band as part of their music education, with practical ensemble work forming the foundation of our curriculum.

We also offer a range of co‑curricular and extension opportunities:

• Years 7–8: Specialist Bands – An invitation‑only extension pathway for students who excel in classroom music.
• Years 9–10: Specialist Music Band Rehearsal – An after‑school rehearsal that forms part of the Specialist Music Elective.
• Years 11–12: VET Music – A hands‑on course for eligible students, focusing on practical music‑making and industry skills.

Students explore music history, performance, songwriting, recording, and production across a variety of genres. Original student compositions are regularly published to our College Spotify catalogue under the artist name Rehoboth Music Room, showcasing how students are not only learning music but using it to influence culture for Christ.

Band practice is an essential and organic part of our music program, which is strongly ensemble‑focused.

Current rehearsal times (reviewed annually) are as follows:

• Monday – Year 9 Specialist Music
• Tuesday – Year 10 Specialist Music
• Wednesday – Year 8 Specialist Band
• Thursday – Year 7 Specialist Band

These rehearsals run from 3:30pm to 4:30pm every school week and are an integral component of the course. All sessions are held in the Music Block.

For more information about the Band Program, please contact Mr Thomson.

Throughout the year, the Health and Physical Education staff coordinate a number of whole‑school sporting events. These carnivals are wonderful community occasions, and parents are always welcome to attend, volunteer, and cheer on our students.

Students participate in several House Carnivals each year. These events are whole‑school carnivals, and attendance is compulsory, with full participation encouraged:

Term 1 – House Swimming Carnival
Term 3 – House Cross Country Carnival
Term 4 – House Athletics Carnival

Information about upcoming carnivals will be communicated via:

• The Connect Calendar
• Connect News

After each House Carnival, qualifying students will be invited to represent Rehoboth at the interschool level. Rehoboth competes in the Associated and Catholic Colleges of WA (ACC) competition, which provides opportunities to compete against a range of schools including Christian schools such as Kingsway, Grace, Kennedy, Providence, and Swan at a high level of competition. ACC carnivals take place later in the same term as the corresponding House event.

In addition to ACC competitions, students may be selected to represent Rehoboth in other sporting teams, including:

• Volleyball
• AFLX
• Soccer
• Basketball

If your child is selected for one of these teams (including ACC teams), you will receive a notification through the Parent Orbit App requiring your permission for them to attend and participate.

Student access to the gym depends on the timetable. On some days, gym access is limited to primary students, and these times may vary from year to year.

Key expectations for gym use include:

• Students must not enter the gym unless accompanied by a teacher.
  During recess and lunch, students must wait for the supervising teacher to arrive before entering.
• The gym foyer and foyer toilets are out of bounds during recess and lunch.
• To protect the gym floor, only students wearing sports shoes with non‑marking soles may use the basketball court for PE lessons or break‑time activities.
  Students may take their shoes off while in the gym if required.
• Students are not permitted to enter the AV Booth or use any audiovisual equipment unless they have explicit permission and are supervised by a teacher.

Throughout the year, we offer a range of before and after school sporting opportunities for students. Information about these sessions is communicated through PE teachers, so please keep an eye out for updates.

Some of the opportunities include:

• Run Club
• Training sessions in the lead‑up to carnivals
• Team training for various sports

Details about each opportunity will be posted by PE staff.

If you would like more information, please contact our Head of Learning Area for Health and Physical Education Mr de Bruyn.

Many of the activities that parents can be involved in qualify for our College Support discount. To receive the discount, parents must complete a minimum of five hours of approved activities over the course of a semester and then submit a completed College Support Form to the Business Office by the due date. Once processed, the discount will be applied to the next family statement.

Activities that qualify for College Support include, but are not limited to:

• Canteen
• Administration support
• General gardening and maintenance
• Classroom assistance
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
• Accompaniment on excursions and camps

The College Support Form will also be available on the Connect Kenwick 7–12 page, or through our website.

The Principal’s Scholarship has been offered in the past; however, please note that the scheme will be discontinued after 2026.

One term’s notice is required if you intend to withdraw a student from the College.

The College reserves the right to charge one term’s fees if sufficient notice is not provided, as outlined in the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.

If your family is experiencing financial difficulties, please speak with our Finance Manager so we can offer appropriate support.

This handbook is designed to guide parents through the most important aspects of day‑to‑day life at Rehoboth. For more detailed information, our full policy suite is available on the Alpha Portal | Rehoboth Christian College.

Below are some of the key policies that families often refer to:

• Child Safe Framework
• Concerns, Complaints or Compliments
  This can be found by scrolling to the bottom of the Child Safe Framework page.
• Communicable Diseases Policy
• Uniform Policies
• Homework Policy
• Mobile Phone Policy

We encourage parents to reach out whenever they have questions. Our Administration Team is always happy to help or follow up on your behalf.

The Board consists of individuals elected from the Ordinary membership of the Association for Christian Education. Elections are held at the Annual General Meeting and Board members serve for a term of three years before retiring or seeking re-election. The CEO and Principals work closely with the Board to achieve educational goals and report monthly on school matters.

The Board’s stated objectives include:

• The provision of a quality, Christ-centred education taught from a consistent Christian worldview by committed Christian teachers
• Partnering with parents to provide an education that is in harmony with the Christian home
• Troviding an education that demonstrates how the world is God’s and there is no area of life where Christ is not Lord and King.
• Training students to apply a Christian worldview in their thoughts and actions
• Encouraging and equipping children to serve Christ in their chosen life roles and careers

The Association’s CEO is Mrs Nicole Pleysier. Her office is located in the Business Office at 92 Kenwick Road, Kenwick. Mrs Pleysier is available for appointments with parents which can be booked via the Business Office.

Our staff meet on a regular basis for prayer and a devotion. Parents often form prayer groups too, and this is a wonderful opportunity to uphold the College, students, and staff.

If parents would like to be involved in a prayer group please speak to your Principal or one of our Chaplains.

The Association for Christian Education (ACE) is the body that owns and governs the College. All parents will be either Ordinary or Affiliate Members, depending on which level of membership you selected at the time of enrolment. You can find out more about ACE here.

ACE holds meetings for its members twice per year. The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is normally held on the last Monday in March. Election of Board members and other Association business is conducted at this meeting. A General Meeting is also held on the last Monday in October.

As a parent-governed College, the support of parents through attendance at Association meetings is essential for the welfare of the College and is an important way that parents can participate in the direction and governance of the College.

Any interest from parents in the activities of the Board and becoming Board member is always welcome. Please contact the Business Office for further information.

ACE is also a long-standing member of Christian Education National (CEN). With a national office located in Blacktown NSW, CEN promotes parent-governed Christian schooling and provides support, training, consultancy, and other services to a network of over 65 schools across Australia, representing some 20,000 students.

The National Institute for Christian Education (NICE) is the vehicle by which CEN supports Christian teacher education and development, offering postgraduate training tailored for Christian schools.

All teachers new to Rehoboth are required to complete professional development in Christian education which will include foundational courses via NICE over the first four years of their employment.

ACE has appointed a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to manage the day to day operations of the College. The CEO is Mrs Nicole Pleysier, who is available for appointments via the Business Office.

For general school enquiries, please contact our Secondary Administration Office:

Phone: 08 9274 9920
Email: Kenwick712@rehoboth.wa.edu.au
Staff Contacts: Susan, Sue & Amara
Address: Gate 2, 280 Brixton Street, Kenwick WA 6107