As the first day of Term 1, 2026 approaches, we want to ensure a smooth start to the school year at Kennedy Baptist College.
New in 2026
- Form is now called Homeroom
- Extended Form (Wednesdays) is now called Pastoral Care Time
Please note of these important details for Monday 2 February 2026:
Year 8-12 Students
- Homeroom: Begins at 8:30 AM. Students will have Pastoral Care Time during Periods 1 and 2, with regular timetabled classes starting in Period 3. Please ensure your child is prepared for these classes.
Year 7 Students
- Homeroom: Begins at 9:00 AM, followed by the Commencement Ceremony at 9:15 AM – parents are very welcome to attend. Regular timetabled classes will commence in Period 4. Ensure your child is ready for these classes.
- From Day 2 Onwards: Homeroom class will start at 8:30 AM for all Year 7 students.
Please note that, starting in 2026, the College will switch to a 6-period day, with each day beginning with Homeroom. Please see day structure and new opening times.
- 8:25am – Warning Bell
- 8:30am – Homeroom
- 8:45am – Period 1
- 9:40am – Period 2
- 10:35am – Recess
- 11:05am – Period 3
- 12:00pm – Period 4
- 12:55pm – Lunch
- 1:25pm – Period 5
- 2:20pm – Period 6
- 3:15pm – End of Day
Updated Opening Hours
- Office hours are from 8.00am to 4.00pm
- Uniform Shop, Research and Study Centre are from 8.00am to 4.15pm
- Beedawong Cafeteria will be open from 7.45am for breakfast. Lunch can be ordered online via Flexischools. New students to set up their account using their student ID number, and returning students to update their Homeroom.
The College premises are supervised by staff on yard duties from 7.55 am to 3.45 pm. Outside of these hours, College staff will not be available to supervise students and/or the collection of students. This is the responsibility of parents/guardians.
Timetables
Both new and continuing students can access their timetables through SEQTA.
Health Centre
Due to construction works, the Health Centre services will be divided and relocated to two sites. (See College map)
- First Aid: Located in Room 3.3 For students who are unwell or need treatment. Parents can collect students from this room located past Student Services.
- Counselling and Chaplains: Services for our Chaplain, Counsellors and Psychologist will be in the demountable next to Room 1.1.
Drop off and Pick up
Please be aware of traffic congestion around the College at drop off and pick up times.
We ask for your support in the following ways:
- Refrain from coming early and parking within the College. Classes do not finish until 3.15pm
- Review the timing of your pickup. Pick up areas are supervised by staff until 3.45pm. The Research and Study Centre is open until 4.15pm.
- Please see the map referring to the two drop off/pick up points at the College. Using the Auditorium drop off/pick up point helps alleviate possible congestion along Farrington Road and reduces the frustration for users of this 70km/h public road.
- Please avoid turning right onto Farrington Road when leaving the College. Turning left ensures traffic flow and reduces wait times.
TTransperth Bus Services
Transperth bus services to and from College will commence on Monday 2 February. The bus timing remains the same as last year.
Kennedy Bus Service
The morning pick-up times for the Kennedy bus services have been altered for all routes. An update will be communicated soon.
You will note that there is an additional bus service for the Coogee/North Lake area. Please contact the College if you wish to utilise this service if you haven’t already done so.
SmartRider Cards
SmartRiders for all new students will be ordered in Week 1 of Term 1. Students will be informed when the cards arrive at the College.
- 2 February to 1 March: Students without a valid Student SmartRider can travel for free.
- From 2 March onwards: Students must have a valid Student SmartRider to travel for free or purchase a cash ticket.
Student Car Parking
Despite exploring alternative parking options for students, we are unable to offer any parking at the College or the surrounding areas of Murdoch University for Term 1. Students will need to make alternative arrangements. It is strictly prohibited to park on any verges around the College. Murdoch Security will issue parking fines. We look forward to a successful start to the 2026 school year at Kennedy Baptist College.
Mr Mark Ashby
Principal
Friday 23 January 2026
