Welcome to Secondary School
Welcome to JSR
Thank you for choosing to join our vibrant learning community. Below you will find links and information for both parents and students as you start your High School journey with us.
Year 7 Transition Information
HeadStart Day and Orientation Day are key dates to assist your child's transition to school.
Book a Uniform Fitting
The Uniform Shop will hold uniform fittings for new students during November. Book Now
Booklist and Course Information
A list of stationery and equipment required to start the year at JSR.
Year 7 Baseline Testing
Friday 20 November 2026
In order to adequately plan for your child’s academic growth and smooth transition to Middle School in 2027, we invite students new to JSR, who did not participate in scholarship testing on Saturday, 28 March 2026 to complete baseline testing.
The testing provides teachers with valuable information about each student’s current knowledge and skills. This data assists us in identifying any gaps in learning, planning differentiated teaching programs and allocating students to the most appropriate classes before the beginning of the school year.
Due to the number of students participating, the Baseline Testing Day will be divided into two sessions based on students’ current schools.
This Baseline Testing Day will take place on Friday, 20 November 2026.Please arrive at 8.30am. We will finish at 12.30pm.
Parent Information
Starting High School is a daunting process for parents. At JSR, we support our parents with the transition with information sessions, lists of key dates and events, including a parent sundowner, and a Parent Resource Hub.
The Parent Resource Hub can be found at the top right of the page.
Year 7 FAQ
What are the Key Transition Dates for our transition to JSR?
Confirmation and details regarding all events below will be communicated closer to the date.
The Transition Parent Evening: (With the P&F Meeting to follow) – Monday 23 November 2026, 6:00pm.
The Orientation Day: Tuesday, 1 December 2026, 8:35am – 3:30pm.
Baseline Testing Day: Students new to JSR only 20 November. Two sessions, 8.45am and 12.45pm. The timeslots are based on your current schools. Please see your timeslot here.
Headstart Day/ Parent Morning Tea & Tour: Friday 29 January 2026.
The Parent Sundowner Wednesday 10 February 2026.
The Transition Camp:
Camp A: Monday 16 – Wednesday 18 August.
Camp B: Wednesday 18 – Friday 20 August.
How do I connect as a parent?
Year 7 Parent Information
As part of our Transitional process parents are invited to attend key information sessions.
Session 1: 2026 Year 7 Parent Middle School overview session.
Time: Monday, 23 November 2026 at 6:00pm
Purpose: This session provides an opportunity for parents to hear from Middle School Leaders and gain insight into the learning experience and pastoral care at JSR.
Session 2: 2026 Year 7 Headstart Day, Optional Morning Tea and Tour
Time: Friday 30 January at 8:30am – 10:30am
Purpose: Help your child bring their items to their locker and feel settled. Meet other parents and tour the School.
Session 3: 2026 Year 7 Parent Sundowner
Time: Wednesday 10 February 2025 at 6.00pm
Location: Middle School Learning Street and Carnley Court
Purpose: This evening is designed to allow parents to connect in a meaningful way with their child’s Pastoral Care Group (PCG) Tutor, meet key leaders, teachers, and other support staff, connect with other parents and experience the JSR hospitality, community spirit and welcoming nature.
Tell me more about the Year 7 Camp of Connection
Year 7 Camp
Camp A: Monday 16 – Wednesday 18 August.
Camp B: Wednesday 18 – Friday 20 August.
As part of the School’s Transition program, Year 7 students attend a Connection Camp. The camp will consist of activities including beach team building, supervised water-based activities, as well as service learning and adventure experiences. In addition to these activities, students will engage with Year 9 Student Leaders, teachers and support staff who will coordinate sessions themed around welcoming our Year 7 students into the Middle School community.
The Camp has been designed to enhance opportunities for students to engage with one another in a less formal setting, to build strong and positive relationships within the year group. This is a significant aspect of our Transition program and an important rite of passage for students commencing their Middle School journey. We focus on this being a time of great change for each child and we emphasise high levels of support to ensure a smooth transition process.
A Consent2Go email about camp will be sent in early Term 3. Please ensure this is completed as soon as possible once received.
I trust that the camp aspect of the transition process will be a positive experience for your child and provide them with multiple opportunities to gain friendships.
Please contact Mrs Jessica Dicoski, Director of Pastoral Care Middle School should you have any questions or enquiries regarding camp or Orientation Day.
9247 2242 | info@jsracs.wa.edu.au
How does my child choose their Year 7 Subject Selections for 2027?
Parents and caregivers are encouraged to discuss these options with their child in preparation for subject selection. Please review the Course Outline Document and the Year 7 Subject Selection Letter for information regarding the teaching and learning opportunities for Year 7 2027.
All parents will be sent an email outlining the process and timeline for Year 7 subject selection, which will be completed online via EDVAL Choice. Subject selections are due by Monday, 7 September 2026.
Families commencing at JSR during the year should note that preferred elective choices cannot be guaranteed.
How will I know if I have received my preferred specialist subjects?
A personalised letter will be emailed to parents/guardians or handed to your child around the middle of Term 4 to confirm your child’s elective subjects for Year 7, 2027.
This information should be used to plan and prepare for the 2027 academic year and will be a reference tool for when the booklists will be made available.
Will we have an opportunity to tour the Secondary School?
Yes
Students will have a tour of the School during their Orientation Day and again on HeadStart Day.
We also invite all parents to join us on Headstart Day for a tour of the school. While students are getting organised in the Middle School space, parents can tour the Secondary School with the Marketing and Community Engagement team.
