Starting Year 7
Starting high school is a significant step in every student's educational journey. At Kandos High School, we are committed to making the transition from primary school to high school a positive and enjoyable experience. We proudly welcome students from a wide range of local primary schools, including Kandos Public School, Rylstone Public School, Ilford Public School, Lue Public School and Glen Alice Public School, as well as students travelling from further afield, including Wattle Flat Public School and Cullen Bullen Public School. Through a range of transition activities and support programs, we help students build confidence, form new friendships and become familiar with their new school environment before their first day.
Find out more in the Getting ready for high school guide.
Year 7 orientation
Join our next high school orientation
Date: Thursday, 3 September 2026
Date: Thursday, 26 September 2026
Meet Mr David Fleming, our Year 7 Adviser for 2026!
David is excited to be taking on the role of Year 7 Adviser and supporting our newest students as they begin their high school journey at Kandos High School.
A passionate educator, David recently made the decision to call the Rylstone and Kandos region home, relocating with his family and becoming an active part of our local community.
Outside of school, David enjoys gaming and playing Dungeons & Dragons, bringing plenty of creativity, enthusiasm and fun to the role.
We look forward to seeing the positive connections and experiences he will create with our Year 7 students throughout 2026.
Contact us for more information.
Mr David Fleming, 2027 Year 7 Year Advisor
What to expect in high school
High school brings new experiences and routines, including:
- a larger school with more subjects, teachers and classrooms
- a timetable with different lessons each day
- moving between classrooms and carrying books and equipment
- more independence and responsibility for homework and study
- new friendships and opportunities to join activities and clubs.
Before your child starts Year 7
Enrolment interview
Before your child begins, families may be asked to meet with our principal. This is a time to share:
- medical conditions or allergies
- family circumstances that may affect your child’s start
- any learning or wellbeing needs.
We will also explain the supports our school provides, such as:
- support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through personalised learning pathways
- extra support for students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
- support for students with disability or other learning needs through inclusive education programs.
Learn more about additional learning support and enrolment requirements at our school.
Our transition program
We work closely with local primary schools to help students feel ready. Our transition to high school programs help Year 6 students get ready for Year 7. Activities may include:
- orientation days and school tours
- parent information sessions and meet the teacher events
- subject tasters and classroom visits
- peer support activities with older students.
Students, parents and carers can join these sessions to learn about daily schedules, uniforms, lunches and communication. If you need an interpreter, let us know.
Contact us to learn more.
Getting ready at home
You can help your child prepare by:
- talking positively about starting high school
- buying uniforms, shoes, stationery and school supplies
- checking if a laptop or device is needed
- practising their travel route to school
- making sure they know your phone number and emergency contacts
- encouraging routines such as packing their school bag
- encouraging them to check their timetable and school bell times the night before day 1 of Term 1.
For more advice, see the Getting ready for high school guide.
Enrol
Ready to enrol? Find out how to apply online or in person.
Applying for the Self Select Class
Find out about the Self Select Class