A strong reminder to our parent/carer community that the College continues to have high volumes of traffic both in the morning and afternoon and it is vital that all drivers adhere to road rules.

40km/h school zones help protect children on their way to and from schools at the times and places where they are often in high numbers. This lower speed limit reduces the risk and potential severity of a crash. 40 km/h speed limit – motorists should drive no faster than 40 km/h through school zones, which operate from 8:00am to 9:30am, and from 2.30pm to 4:00pm, on school days.

Your guide to driving and parking safely near schools (NSW Government Road Safety fact sheet):

The beginning and end of the school day are busy times for pedestrians and vehicles outside the school. That’s why you need to take extra care in 40km/h school zones. 

• Park safely and legally, even if it means walking further to the school gate. Parking signs are planned with children’s safety in mind. 
• Slow down to 40km/h in the school zone and stay aware of crossings. 
• Always park and turn legally around the school. 
• Never double park as it puts children at risk. 
• Manoeuvres such as U-turns and three-point turns are dangerous. 
• Never park in a bus zone or in the school bus bay. 
• Make sure your children use the Safety Door (rear footpath side door) to get in and out of the car. 
• Model safe and considerate behaviour for your child – they will learn from you.

Remember to always give way to pedestrians particularly when entering and leaving driveways. Don’t park across the school driveway or the entrance to the school car park. It’s always a good idea to use the drop off and pick up area suggested by your school. This will help keep all children as safe as possible during the busiest times of the school day.

Please watch this 2 minute video to assist you: https://youtu.be/ih0rXAqxSZg