Enrolment process

Year 7 enrolment

Enrolments for year 7 are initiated through the student’s current primary school during the second half of year 6. If your child attends a non-government school or is outside the designated feeder schools, please contact us to request an enrolment pack or visit the school to receive further assistance and information.

Year 9 to 12 enrolment

Enrolments for students entering years 9 to 12 are managed directly by Penola High School. Families are required to attend an enrolment meeting. This helps the school gather necessary information and ensure the educational program is tailored to meet your child’s needs.

Visit the school enrolment section on the department’s website for more information.

Enrolment guidelines

Enrolment at Penola High School follows the policies of the Department for Education (DfE), particularly those for state-zoned schools. Our catchment area includes Penola, Nangwarry, Kalangadoo, and Coonawarra.

Students living outside a 5km radius within our zone may be eligible for school bus services. For more details about this service, please contact us.

Apply to enrol

Step 1:
Complete and submit an enrolment request form by 30 June. Forms are available at the front office.

Step 2:
Provide verification documents by 31 August, including:

  • a certified copy of the child’s birth certificate or passport
  • the child’s current immunisation certificate
  • a copy of the residency visa for non-Australian residents
  • recent proof of address, such as a current utility bill or a lease agreement.

Offers of enrolment

Step 3:
In September, an enrolment offer will be sent. Please accept the offer by the date specified in the letter to secure your child’s place.

Step 4:
Once accepted, attend an enrolment session where our team will assist you with completing the enrolment form. Please bring:

  • a fully completed enrolment form
  • a certified copy of the child’s birth certificate or passport
  • the child’s up-to-date immunisation certificate
  • for non-Australian residents, a copy of the residency visa
  • recent proof of address, such as a utility bill or a signed lease agreement.

Transition visits

Before starting school, you’ll get a letter to let you know when you can attend a transition visit in term 4. This is for all students starting school the following year. 

For further questions or to arrange a meeting with the Deputy Principal, please contact us.