Senior School Onboarding

Every child at Westminster belongs to a House. This fosters community, connection and a strong sense of identity. Where there is a family connection to a particular House, we aim to honour this tradition. House allocations will be confirmed before your child begins.

School Hours: 8.30 am – 3.15 pm (with supervision from 8.10 am)

Early Arrivals: Cafe and Library are open from 7.30 am

Drop-off and Pick-up: Please use designated kiss-and-drop zones and follow staff direction to ensure safety

Absences: Notify the School by 9.00 am via SEQTA Engage or by calling Senior School Reception on 08 8276 0276

Susan Webber, our Uniform Shop Manager, will be in touch soon to help you book a uniform fitting appointment. View the Westminster Shop here.

Each year level has a dedicated booklist to support academic learning.

• View your child’s booklist [attach/downloadable link]
• Orders can be placed directly through Campion Education: 08 8337 4544

All Year 4-12 students are part of the School Laptop Program, designed to enhance learning, collaboration and digital confidence.

Full details on required specifications, setup and collection will be shared prior to your child’s start date.

Co-curricular activities at Westminster play a vital role in enriching student life. From sport to performing arts, debating to coding, there is something for every child.

Our Co-curricular Page provides an overview of available opportunities. While some activities (particularly team sports) may be at capacity mid-year, we’ll work with you to help your child join where possible.

To support your daily engagement with the School, please ensure you have downloaded the following apps.

• SEQTA Engage – for communication, academic reports and timetables
• QKR – to order canteen items and uniforms
• Consent2Go – to manage medical information and camp/excursion permissions
• Willunga Bus App – for families using the School’s bus service

Westminster Weekly: Delivered each Friday via email, sharing updates, news and upcoming events.

Parent Portal: Your go-to hub for policies, term dates, contacts and event calendars.

Westie Parents & Community Page: For connection, conversation and engagement within the broader Westminster community.

Pastoral Care: Your child’s teacher is the primary point of contact for wellbeing and learning progress.

Learning Support: Tailored assistance is available where needed in collaboration with families.

Counselling and Chaplaincy: These services are available and can be arranged confidentially.

In preparation for 2026, we have developed a range of resources to support your child’s subject selection. These materials are designed to help students make informed choices that reflect their strengths, interests and future pathways.

View the 2026 Curriculum Page for all the information.

Outdoor learning is an integral part of a Westminster education. Our purpose-built programs give students the opportunity to build resilience, leadership and life skills in natural settings.

WestVenture (Year 8) and WestQuest (Year 10) are key experiences in this journey.

Families will receive timely information and be invited to subscribe to camp updates via Consent2Go

If your child is joining the Boarding House, you will receive additional information regarding routines, travel arrangements and pastoral care.

Our Boarding staff work closely with families to ensure every child feels supported and at home.

Visit our Boarding FAQ page