Bell times

Our school day is structured around a clear timetable. We have set times for learning sessions, activities and eating. Understanding the bell times helps students get the most out of each part of the day.

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Parent Year 2 2026
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Our bell times

Time(20%)
Period(80%)
8:30 - 8:55 am
Playground supervision
9am
School day starts
11:15 - 11:40 am
First break
11:40 - 11:50 am
Eating time
1:20 - 1:45 pm
Second break
1:45 - 1:55 pm
Eating time
2:55 pm
School day ends
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Why Attendance Matters

What you can do to build positive attendance habits

You can help by:
  • helping your child learn the importance of punctuality and routine
  • making sure your child arrives on time from the start of the school day, ready to take part
  • reducing disruption to learning where you can, by planning any necessary appointments outside of school time
  • contacting your school to explain any absences (within 7 days of the first day of any absence)
  • making sure any holidays or medical appointments are taken outside school hours
  • working with the school to encourage and support regular attendance.

Information on being absent, late or leaving early

  • If your child misses school for any reason, please contact the school within 7 days to explain why.
  • If your child needs to arrive late or leave early, please notify the school.
  • If you have difficulty getting your child to school on time every day, please also contact your school. School staff are here to support you and your child to help them come to school.

Getting help and support

If you are concerned about your child's attendance at school or any other issues that may affect their attendance please contact us. It is important that schools and families work together to find solutions to improve attendance.

For more information go to School Attendance Information for Parents

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At Bowen Public School we use Sentral parent portal to make communication and admin easier for families.

On Sentral you can record absences as well as
  • make payments quickly and securely
  • view academic reports
  • stay up to date with school events
  • receive notifications
  • book parent teacher interviews
  • access school calendar.

Or

on Google Play
at the Apple Store
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Travel to school

Learn about local transport options and how to get here safely.

Why choose us?

Find out why our families choose us