Newsletter
Mercredi 2 septembre 2026
Important Dates
INFO LCS & PARENTS MEETING
Meet the LCS Team
1. The Wellbeing Unit
The LCS Wellbeing Unit brings together the school psychologist and specialized members of the educational community. Supervised by the Compliance Office, its role is to support students, parents, and teachers in the prevention and management of issues related to bullying, school climate, and mental health.
2. The Allambie Team
The Aboriginal word Allambie means "peaceful place" and comes from the Dharug people, traditional owners of the land that is now Allambie Heights, Sydney. At LCS, this name symbolizes our desire to promote respect, well-being and listening. Founded a few years ago, the Allambie team, led by secondary school teacher Frédérique Page, aims to set up workshops and dialogue sessions, in particular to raise awareness about bullying prevention and promote a school "without bullying, without disorder, without rowdiness". A question? We invite you to write to us at the following address: allambie@condorcet.com.au for secondary schools and allambie.primaire@condorcet.
3. Our Guiding Principles
Our approach is based on:
- The guidelines of the French Ministry of Education,
- AEFE policies,
- International Chemistry Quiz Student Management Plan du LCS.
It is based on three principles:
- Réponse systématique : tout incident signalé est pris en compte et reporté en fonction de sa nature à l’équipe wellbeing ou à Allambie
- Approche adaptée à l’âge : chaque intervention tient compte du développement de l’enfant.
- Suivi individualisé : chaque situation est analysée selon son contexte.
4. The Intervention Framework
- Les enseignants : premiers relais auprès des élèves.
- La direction reçoit, suit les signalements et coordonne l’action éducative.
- Le protocole d’établissement garantit un traitement rigoureux des situations, l’information des familles et la mise en place de mesures adaptées.
5. The Shared Concern Method (SCM)
Among the various ministerial directives and partnerships, the LCS has adopted, since 2019, the Method of Shared Concern (MPP) and collaborates with the RÉSIS association, founded by:
- Jean-Pierre Bellon, professor of philosophy, specialist in school bullying,
- Marie Quartier, professor of literature and psychologist, expert in victim support.
MPP is a non-punitive method that:
- Promotes empathy and collective responsibility,
- Involves the students concerned in the search for solutions,
- Applies with the agreement of the target student and their family.
This approach, derived from educational science, has proven to be more sustainable than sanctions alone.
6. A Collective Approach
Combating bullying requires everyone's commitment: students, parents, teachers, and administrators. Together, we build a safe and supportive school environment.
As defined in the LCS Code of Conduct, this means working in partnership with the school in a spirit of collaboration, in order to achieve the best for everyone. This includes prioritizing direct communication with the school and not hesitating to contact the administration if you have a question, doubt, or concern.
Class of 2025 photo orders
Class photo orders are now open.
Élémentaire : mardi 8 septembre
Secondary : mercredi 9 septembre
Maternelle: jeudi 10 septembre
Afin de recevoir la photo de classe de votre enfant, il est impératif de passer commande avant le lundi 7 septembre au soir.
Seules les photos commandées seront imprimées et distribuées.
Pour passer commande, veuillez vous rendre sur le site suivant : XXXXXXXX
et entrer la clé d’accès de l’école : xxxxxxxx
Student uniform
- For Kindergarten students: school uniform is compulsory.
- For Elementary and Secondary students: it is strongly recommended to wear a light or pastel top, combined with dark bottoms, in order to obtain harmonious photos.
- Generally speaking, we recommend avoiding patterned or overly brightly colored clothing and opting for plain, light-colored clothing near the face.
Photos of siblings
Sibling photos will take place in the gymnasium located on the first floor of the new building. Entrance will be exclusively through the main entrance on Moverly Road. Please accompany your children before, during, and after the photoshoot.
Only secondary school students are allowed to remain unsupervised. However, they are not allowed to accompany their siblings in primary school.
Sibling photo schedules
Tuesday, September 9
- 7:45 – 8:00: Last names beginning with A to C
- 8:00 – 8:15: Last names beginning with D to F
- 8:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: Students have class or sports at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, September 10
- 7:45 – 8:00: Last names beginning with G to J
- 8:00 – 8:15: Last names beginning with K to M
- 8:15 – 8:30: Last names beginning with N to R
- 8:30 – 8:45: Last names beginning with S to Z and students having class or sports at 8:00
Thank you for your cooperation,
The LCS Team
Reminder – Canteen Registrations | Semester 1
We have noticed that several canteen registrations have been missed. To ensure that your child’s registration is up to date, we kindly invite you to check their status directly on the EDUKA platform.
For any new semester registration, please contact accounts.ar@condorcet.com.au.
For Secondary students awaiting their final timetable, the last adjustments may be made until 5 September 2026. After this date, no further changes can be accommodated.
School Council and Scool Committee: Everything You Need to Know About the Role of Elected Parent Representatives
Elections, Key Dates and What’s at Stake: At a Glance
PRIMARY
Important
Back-to-School Pick-Up and Drop-Off Procedures
For the attention of all Primary School families.
Afternoon pick-up points
Pick-up is at 3:15 pm for Preschool and at 3:25 pm for Primary School.
2026–2027 Dress-Up Days Program
SECONDARY
AES
Pick up map | 1st semester
After-School Activities (AES) begin on the first day of school, Wednesday 19 August. AES activities start at 3:45 pm and finish at 5:15 pm. LCS doors close at 5:30 pm.
LCS SPORT
We offer students a wide range of physical and sporting activities in a friendly, motivating environment tailored to each student’s goals. It is also an opportunity to proudly represent LCS in inter-school competitions, whether local, national or international.
Sports Association Registration via Eduka – Don’t Miss Out
• Monday 31 August at 8:00 pm: registration opens for a first activity
• Wednesday 2 September at 8:00 pm: registration for a second activity becomes available (subject to availability)
• Friday 4 September at 8:00 pm: registration closes
No cancelation will be accepted after this date.
Whether you are looking for fun, fitness, a challenge, or team spirit, join the Secondary School Sports Association this September!
The LCS Physical Education Team.
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Scott Lavaud, Head of PE – Primary & Secondary and Head of the Sports Programme
Careers
Events at school
University Guidance Information Sessions – Year 10, Year 11/IB1 and Year 12/IB2
This year, the University Guidance team will hold a dedicated information session for each year group on Monday 7 September to present the activities planned for the year ahead, key deadlines and the different forms of support available to students. Times: Year 12/IB2 at 5.30pm, Year 10 at 6pm and Year 11/IB1 at 6.30pm.
Upcoming University Visits at LCS
All students and their parents are warmly invited to attend the upcoming university visits: University of Nicosia – Medical School, Cyprus: Tuesday 8 September at 5.30pm; University of Arizona, United States: Wednesday 9 September at 2.30pm; University of Miami, United States: Wednesday 16 September at 2.30pm (see flyer); University of Calgary, Canada: Monday 19 October at 2.30pm.
Events outside of school
University of Sydney and UTS Open Days This Weekend
Open Days are a great opportunity to discover universities, explore their campuses and learn more about the courses they offer. They are open to students of all ages, and parents are also very welcome to attend. We encourage you to register online and plan your visit in advance. Both events will begin at 9am, with the University of Sydney Open Day finishing at 4pm and the UTS Open Day at 2pm. University of Sydney: https://openday.sydney.edu.au/ – UTS: https://www.uts.edu.au/events/open-day
University of Sydney Webinar – Studying Law
This webinar will take place on Thursday 27 August at 5pm and will provide an overview of the different pathways to studying law at the University of Sydney, as well as the student experience. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions during a Q&A session. Registration: https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZuQ0E_Q-TeiTt99yjc5DxQ#/registration
Enrichment opportunities
Global Logic and Reasoning Competition 2026
Put your abstract reasoning skills to the test and compete against students from around the world! Several age categories are available, with $1,500 in prizes to be won. Registration deadline: Sunday 6 September. Information and registration: https://gllrc.org/en/index
Young Changemakers Program – Year 11/IB1 Students Only
The University of Queensland (UQ) is offering students with ambitious ideas and projects the opportunity to take part in an immersive four-day, three-night experience on its campus, from Sunday 29 November to Wednesday 2 December.
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*Disclaimer Please note that any use of student photos in our publications is purely incidental. We do not intentionally collect student photos and only use them within the context of our educational work. We are committed to respecting the privacy of our students and not using their photos inappropriately. If you find a photo that belongs to you and you do not wish for it to be used, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.
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