We understand that moving from primary to secondary school is a big change. At Kennedy, we are committed to ensuring your child experiences a smooth and welcoming transition. The information on this page will help you navigate this journey.
Year 7 Transition Program
Kennedy’s Year 7 Transition Program begins many months before their first day at the College.
Orientation Day
When your child is in Year 6, you will be invited to an Orientation Day in Term 4 of that year where they will get to meet their Year 11 Mentors. These mentors will support students to learn more about the College and give them strategies and skills to manage life at secondary school.
Parent Information Morning
This takes place on the same day of your child’s Orientation Day, where parents are invited to a morning tea followed by an information session to learn specific information about transition from our Principal and Head of Year 7, meet other Year 7 parents and to clarify information. This is the start of Kennedy’s Year 7 Transition Program.
In your child’s entry year, the following key events take place:
- Pre-start Day in January
- Commencement Ceremony on their first day of the school year
- Year 7 Families Afternoon Tea
Activities and events are held throughout the year to support students in building organisational and study skills, connecting with peers and enhancing resilience and mindfulness. Extracurricular activities are also a great opportunity for your child to make new friends and pursue personal excellence.
Updating your contact details
Please keep your contact details updated to ensure that we can reach you with information about your child’s transition to Kennedy. Update your contact details here or contact the Registrar’s Office on 08 9314 7722 or email enrolment@kennedy.wa.edu.au.
Not receiving newsletters from Kennedy?
Each Semester, an Enewsletter emailed to enrolled families with the latest happening at the College, if you are not receiving any newsletter update and would like to be included, please contact the Registrar’s Office on 08 9314 7722 or email enrolment@kennedy.wa.edu.au.
The Year Prior to Entry
Kennedy Enrichment and Extension Program (KEEP)
The Kennedy Extension and Enrichment Program (KEEP) provides an environment where academically able students can be challenged and extended to attain the highest levels of excellence, alongside peers who share similar aspirations, abilities and interests.
Students enrolled for Year 7 can apply for KEEP. Selection is based on testing conducted during the year preceding entry to Year 7. Families are invited for the testing which normally take place in May and will be notified via email if your child has been selected.
Specialist Basketball and Cricket Programs - Trial Sessions
Trials Sessions
Trial sessions for both the Specialist Cricket and Basketball Programs usually take place in May. Places in the programs are only available to students already enrolled.
The Basketball trials are a two-phase process:
- Open Session — The session is open to any student who wishes to be part of the program. This initial trial is held on-campus at the Kennedy Sports Centre.
- Invite Only — Parents will be notified via email if their child has been successful in reaching the second phase of the trial selection process.
Read more about the programs here
For further information about our Specialist Programs, please contact the Registrar's Office on 08 9314 7722 or email enrolment@kennedy.wa.edu.au
Instrumental Music Program
Nurturing a love of music, Kennedy students have the opportunity to learn one or more instruments during College hours. Our highly trained and experienced music tutors will support your child throughout the development of their musicianship, encouraging them to excel in their chosen field.
All students enrolled in the Instrumental Music Program will join an ensemble of their choice as they reach the appropriate level of performance.
Read more about the Instrumental Music Program here
To find out more about our Instrumental Music Program, please contact Mrs Janelle Anthony, instrumentalmusic@kennedy.wa.edu.au
Instrumental Music Application FormUniforms
At Kennedy Baptist College, students wear their College uniform with pride.
View uniform details in the New Student Handbook.
Uniform fitting sessions will be held on selected Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays during September and October. You will receive booking information via email closer to date.
Second-hand uniforms
The Sustainable School Shop provides families with the opportunity to buy and sell second-hand uniforms. Simply register on the Sustainable School Shop website.
P&F second-hand uniform Facebook page
The P&F have a Facebook page for the sale of Kennedy second-hand uniforms and textbooks. Please visit the following page for more information, click here.
Choosing Your Device (BYOD)
Digital technology plays a pivotal role in your child’s education at Kennedy Baptist College. All students require a portable computer which meets the College’s minimum specification. To find out more about our Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Program, click here.
Device induction sessions are held in the last two weeks of January. Bookings are essential.
Booklist
Booklists and elective/course confirmations are emailed in early December each year. Students are to purchase items for their confirmed electives/courses from the independent provider specified on the front of the booklist. Books may be ordered online and delivered to a Perth metropolitan address free of charge (at the time of writing) within a certain timeframe as specified on the booklist.
Note: Year 7 students complete all subjects with the exception of LOTE (French or Chinese). Please do not place any orders before receiving your child's College email address. This information will be emailed in due course.
The Sustainable School Shop provides families with the opportunity to buy and sell second-hand student resources including textbooks, calculators, stationery, and musical equipment. Simply register on the Sustainable School Shop website.
The College P&F have a Facebook page for the sale of second-hand textbooks. Please click here for more information.
SmartRider
New students receive their SmartRider card in approximately the third week of Term 1. Students will still be able to use their SmartRider from their previous school, whilst waiting for their Kennedy SmartRider, provided there is sufficient credit on the card. The first SmartRider card is free through the College. Replacement SmartRider cards may be reordered through the College Student Services. Please bring a note accompanied with $5.00. Kennedy SmartRider cards contain an additional chip linked to our cafeteria and Kennedy bus services which enable students to load credit for use of these two services. The money uploaded to TransPerth cannot be transferred for use on the Kennedy Private Bus services and Cafeteria.
Getting to Kennedy
Getting here
Kennedy Baptist College is located on the southern side of the Murdoch University grounds. Entrance to the College is via Farrington Road (Murdoch University Entrance G).
Please click here to find out more.
If your child isn’t starting in Year 7, our team will assist you with the information that is relevant for you. Please contact the College on (08) 9314 7722.
