Starting at Christ Church
Smooth beginnings
Welcome to the Community
Starting at a new school is significant for the whole family. With preparation and access to important information, the transition can be smooth and exciting.Leading up to entry at Christ Church, families will experience a number of events including Orientation Day (November in the year before entry), Transition Day (January of the year your son commences) and early in the new school year all new parents attend a dinner on campus.
Term Dates
The Australian academic year, divided into four terms across two semesters, begins in either January or February and concludes in early December. While the majority of students start at the beginning of the year, some may join the School during Terms 2, 3, or 4.
Out of Hours Care
Early Risers Club
For Pre-Primary to Year 6 students, this program is run by Christ Church Grammar School staff and operates from Monday to Friday between 7.00am to 8.10am with a light breakfast included.
Students in the Club engage in activities including reading, games and drawing, all within the comfort and safety of the Preparatory School Multi-Purpose Room.
Sunset Club
For Pre-Primary to Year 6 students, this program is run by Christ Church Grammar School staff and operates from Monday to Friday between 3.00pm and 6.00pm with afternoon tea included.
Students in the Club engage in activities, including games in the comfort and safety of the Preparatory School Multi-Purpose Room.
Term 1, Day 1
Preparatory School
Students are required to wear the summer uniform. Classes commence at 8.25am. All books and resources will be provided by the classroom teacher.
Finish times
- Pre-Kindergarten finish at 2.30pm
- Kindergarten to Year 1 finish at 3.00pm
- Years 2 to 6 at 3.10pm
Senior School
Students are required to wear the summer uniform and meet for assembly at 8.25am in the Chapel.
Finish time
The school day will conclude at 3.05pm
Preparing for the School Year
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School App and Social Media
All important updates, notices, and documents are available through Nexus, the secure parent portal.
Parents use the School App. It offers quick, convenient access to Nexus, which contains the latest school news, events, and alerts.
Active on social media? Follow Christ Church on Facebook and Instagram for regular updates and a look inside school life.
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Travelling to CCGS
Learn moreThere are several ways for students to travel to and from Christ Church Grammar School. Whether by public transport, school bus services, car, or bike, families can choose the option that best suits their needs and daily routines.
More information on routes, services, and travel options is available below to help with planning.
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Uniform
View the Uniform Shop Opening Hours
For any enquiries, please contact the Uniform Shop on 9442 1716 or email uniformshop@ccgs.wa.edu.au
Uniform Lists:
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Stationery Lists
The School does not have a preferred stationery supplier. Officeworks offers a convenient service where booklists can be submitted and orders fulfilled.
The only compulsory item that must be purchased directly from the School is the Christ Church pencil case. Pencil cases are available from the Uniform Shop, and calculators can be purchased from the Bookroom in January.
Year 7 | Year 8 | Year 9 | Year 10 | Year 11 | Year 12 | PMC
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My Student Account (MSA)
All new students are required to set up a cash-free MSA card account.
MSA cards will be issued to all students at the beginning of the school year, following a photo session. This photo is used to create the card and the process is coordinated between students and their Head of House.
In the Senior School, the MSA card is essential for making purchases at the Uniform Shop, Canteen and Bookroom, and is also integrated with both the Academic Resource Centre and Transperth SmartRider systems.
For Preparatory School students, parents must establish an MSA account if they wish to place lunch orders from the Canteen.
Transport
Transport
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Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten
Designated parking bays, identified by a Yellow Dot, are exclusively for families of the youngest students. These bays are located in the car park closest to the Preparatory School and are reserved for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten parents only.
It is expected that these bays are used only by eligible families to ensure convenient access for those who need it most.
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Preparatory School
From Pre-Primary to Year 2 families are required to use the designated roundabout for student drop-off and pick-up. Staff members assist by greeting your son and escort him safely to his classroom. In the afternoon, classroom teachers will accompany students to the roundabout and assist each child into their authorised adult’s vehicle.
For the safety and efficiency of this process, vehicles must only stop briefly to drop off or collect students, and drivers are required to remain in their vehicles at all times.
If you wish to walk your son to his classroom in the morning, we kindly ask that you park off campus and enter the school on foot.
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Senior Years
Students in Years 7 to 12 are of an appropriate age to travel to and from school independently. The School encourages using public transport, walking and cycling with ample bike racks provided.
The School is located five minutes from Claremont train station and Transperth buses regularly run along Stirling Highway.
All students are required to use the designated pedestrian crossings and traffic lights on Queenslea Drive.
Travelling to Christ Church
