Rules and policies are in place to make sure your child remains safe and well at school.
Visit the NSW Department of Education’s policy library for all current operational policies.
Our school uses the department's School Community Charter to ensure all of our communication is collaborative and respectful.
Attendance and absences
Students must attend school regularly so they can achieve their educational best and increase their career and life options.
In NSW, all children from the age of 6 are legally required to attend school or be registered for home schooling through the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). All students must complete Year 10, or its equivalent and remain in school, employment or training until they turn 17.
For more information about compulsory school attendance, visit:
School Exemption Changes
Families are encouraged to holiday or travel during school vacations. If travel outside of school vacation periods is necessary for any length of time, parents can complete an "Application for Extended Leave (Travel)" form which can be found and completed through your School Bytes portal under the "Forms" tab.
If the principal accepts the reason for the absence, a Certificate of Extended Leave will be issued and the student's absence will be recorded as Justified-Leave.
If the principal believes that the absence is not in the best interest of the student, the absence will be recorded as Unjustified and a Certificate of Extended Leave will not be issued. Absences will be noted on students' reports and school data.
Behaviour Support and Management Plan 2025
At Bonnet Bay Public School, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive. Our Behaviour Support and Management Plan prioritises the explicit teaching and modelling of positive behaviour, ensuring that all students are supported in their learning and personal development.
Our approach is underpinned by our three core values:
Care
Respect
Responsibility
To support our students' social and emotional well-being, we implement the URStrong Wellbeing Program, which empowers students to build healthy relationships, develop resilience, and navigate social interactions positively. Through this program, students learn essential skills in conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and friendship-building, aligning with our school values.