As part of the exciting redevelopment of our Westminster School Preparatory School, early works are set to commence soon. While major construction is scheduled for later in the year, initial service activity will begin in the coming weeks which will change some access points and routines.
To support safety and ease congestion during peak times, updated traffic and access arrangements will apply for families, across all year levels, from Monday 18 August.
If you have any questions or have any feedback, please email prep.redevelopment@westminster.sa.edu.au
Major Changes
Road Closure: ELC Rear Car Park
From Monday 18 August, the road and car park behind the ELC (adjacent to the train line) will become a dedicated space for contractors and staff. This area will no longer be accessible for family parking or drop-off.
New Kiss and Drop Only Zones
To help ease congestion during busy times, from Monday 18 August there will be two dedicated Kiss and Drop zones in operation. Please note that no parking will be permitted in these zones between 8.00 am – 9.00 am and 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm.
Each day from 8.20 am, staff will be present to assist students, particularly our youngest learners, ensuring a safe and supported arrival and departure experience.
To help keep traffic flowing, please follow these updated arrangements:
- Student Nameplates
On Friday 15 August your child will be given a nameplate to bring home from school, this nameplate makes the process easier and it needs to be displayed under your passenger-side sun visor when collecting your child from school. - Transition to Year 2 – Kiss and Drop Zone
Families are asked to use the main turning circle in front of the Health Centre for Kiss and Drop. If this area is congested or you prefer to walk your child to class, we encourage you to park along the road beside the Oval, heading toward the Dragon Café. Alternatively, parking is available off Barry’s Lane or in surrounding streets off campus. - Years 3 to 6 – Kiss and Drop Zone
Please enter the Preparatory School via Gate 1 and use the turning bay in front of the ELC. Limited parking is available on this side of campus if you wish to walk your child in. Alternately, we encourage the use of off-street parking. - Families with multiple children
Please use the Kiss and Drop zone designated for your youngest child.
Additional Information
Parking Off Campus
To further support traffic flow, we encourage families to consider parking offsite and walking into campus with your child.
There is ample parking near Marion Train Station and along Alison Avenue, both offering a short and pleasant walk to School.
Thank you for your support as we implement these changes to improve the daily experience for all members of our School community.
Senior School Families
With increased congestion expected due to the redevelopment, all Senior School families are asked to avoid using the School campus for Kiss and Drop, especially via the main school gates. We strongly encourage families to drop students along Alison Avenue and allow them to walk into School.
This small change will significantly ease traffic pressure for our younger students and help create a calmer start and end to each day.
The same approach applies at pick-up time. Senior School families are encouraged not to collect their child from inside the School grounds. Instead, we ask that you discuss a suitable off-campus collection point with your child in advance.
At pick-up time, Preparatory School students will be escorted to the appropriate waiting zone for their Kiss and Drop area. To support this process, all families will receive a laminated name sign to place on their dashboard, allowing staff to easily identify your car and bring your child to you.
Public Transport
To help ease traffic during the redevelopment period, we encourage all students to use public transport where possible.
For families exploring transport options, our dedicated School bus services cover a wide range of routes across Adelaide. To view the latest timetable and find a service near you, click here.
Alternatively, Marion Train Station is just a short and pleasant walk to campus and is a convenient option for many students and families.
Student Safety
Please follow the 10 km/h speed limit at all times, when on campus, and be alert for students crossing roads or walking through car parks. Our roads are shared spaces and should be treated as priority zones for our students.
Redevelopment Timeline Term 3
1. Year 2 & 4 Class Relocation
Commencing September 2025
2. Art Department Relocation
Commencing October 2025
3. Transition Relocation
Commencing October 2025
FAQs
Our Redevelopment FAQs have all the answers you need—covering what’s changing, why it matters, and how it benefits our students. Take a moment to explore the FAQs and see how the exciting updates will shape our school for years to come.