From The Principal
Traffic and safety
As an inner suburban school, congestion at drop off and pick up times is inevitable. Compared to many schools, we are very fortunate as we have some onsite parking and a dedicated drop off and pick up zone for our Junior School students. However, the behaviour of some individuals using our car park and the adjacent roads is putting our children at risk. Concerned parents have contacted the school and raised the matter with us through the P&F.
Despite our repeated requests for parents to slow down, avoid double parking, and use the designated drop-off and pick-up zones, the dangerous behaviour persists. I have seen children being dropped off on Park Road darting between parked cars to cross the road, unable to see oncoming traffic, or being forced to halt mid-crossing due to a driver performing a three-point turn. Buses are often unable to collect students because drivers of illegally parked cars refuse to move.
We take extensive measures to minimise the risk of harm to our students. Every event or excursion undergoes a thorough risk assessment. We have staff on duty in the car park to escort children to and from the drop-off zone. Younger students are accompanied by an adult when crossing roads within the campus, and Junior School and Senior School staff are present in the car park to ensure smooth and safe operations. Despite these efforts, they are rendered ineffective by drivers who blatantly disregard road rules, car park markings, and signage.
It fills me with dread to consider the possibility of having to contact a parent to inform them of a serious injury or death of their child. I cannot imagine the horror for parents, our staff, and the broader community if such a thing were to occur.
Please adhere to the rules and prioritise caution when using the School carpark or surrounding roads. The safety of our children depends on it.
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– Lisa Moloney
Principal