Rules and policies

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 Attendance Policy
• Student wellbeing – compulsory school attendance.

Absence notification

Explanations of absences must be received within 7 days and can be made via the Sentral app.

To travel during school term, please use the application below. 

Travel during school term

From the beginning of 2015, Family holidays and travel are no longer considered under the Exemption from School - Procedures. Travel outside of vacation period is now counted as an absence for statistical purposes. 

To apply to extend leave beyond what is available in the school holidays please use this form (fillable if downloaded to Adobe) and return it to the school for the Principal's approval. 

School frameworks (school rules)

As well as following the department’s operational policies, we have developed frameworks for our students in line with our school’s values and commitments.

BPS Learning and Support Handbook

BPS Anti Bullying Code (PDF 53KB)

BPS Welfare Policy

BPS Sun Protection Policy (PDF 31KB)

BPS Uniform Policy (PDF 59KB)

Homework_Policy_2019 (PDF 500MB)