We are often asked questions about several aspects
of The Launceston Preparatory School’s operation.
Click on each fact sheet for PDF
answers to your questions
Fact Sheet One
"What should I do about high school for my child?"
“When should I begin the process of enrolment for secondary
school?”
“Will I miss out on a Grade 7 place at another independent
school if I don’t start my child there in Year 4 or 5?”
“Should we sit “practice” scholarships before
Grade 6?”
“Should I send my child to the secondary school where his/her
friends are going?”
Fact Sheet Two
How can I be involved with my child at
The Launceston Preparatory School?
“What sorts of tasks can I help with?”
“What protocols do I need to observe?”
“What do I do if I’m not sure of what to do or have
a concern about a child or task?”
Fact Sheet Three
"Why is a healthy lunch important at The Launceston Preparatory
School?"
“Why can’t I send chocolates, lollies, chips etc.
in the lunches?”
“Is water the only drink we can send in the children’s
lunches?”
“Why do teachers supervise the eating of lunch and check
students’ lunch boxes?”
Fact Sheet Four
"What after-school care is available for my child?"
PCYC
Northern Children’s Network Incorporated
The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery/State Library of Tasmania
Other options
Fact Sheet Five
"How do I organise medications that my child may have to
take at school?"
“My child needs to take medicine for a few days at school;
what do I need to send along?”
“How do I up date my child’s medical information?”
“My child uses the same medication frequently at school.
How do I organise keeping a supply at the school?”
“How do I give permission for my child to administer his/her
own medication?”
“Can I send extra medications along on school camps?”
Fact Sheet Six
"What Outdoor Education opportunities are available at The
Launceston Preparatory School?"
“Where does my child go on camp?”
“Why does the school conduct camps?”
“How long are the camps?”
“Does my child have to go?”
“How much does it cost?”
Fact Sheet Seven
"How much sport can my child be involved in at
The Launceston Preparatory School?"
“Do students have a regular Health Education lesson?”
“When can my child participate in school teams?”
“Do students participate in school and inter-school carnivals?”
“Are there any additional programs to assist my child with
motor skill development?”
“Do you have a swimming program?”
“How can I provide more sporting opportunities for my child?”
For more information or for suggestions for our FAQ section please
contact our office.
