All ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø parents are required to download the Covie App to stay up to date with the latest information that's relevant to you and your child. Please note that the App is not for student use.
1. Download the App - search for ‘ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Christian School’ in the Apple App Store or on Google Play.
2. Login - Open the App and you will be asked to sign in - simply use your Edumate Parent Portal login.
3. Notifications - to get the most out of the App, and so ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø can send crucial, timely information, it is recommended to ‘Allow’ notifications. You can select notifications under 'Settings' on the App.
4. Security - we recommend enabling ‘Touch ID’ or ‘Face ID’ to add an extra layer of security to the App. View 'Settings' on the app to set this up.
You can use the Covie App to give digital permissions for events and excursions. Only ONE parent needs to grant permission for an event (even though both parents will receive the notification via the App).
To view a step-by-step video on how to give permission for events, please watch .
You can also use this feature to view the event or excursion information (for example, the related letter) that you have already given permission for your child to attend. Select Approved Events > select the applicable child > select the event you wish to view.
The Covie App allows you to approve absences from your mobile. You no longer need to email or call the school or send in a note (though you are welcome to do so via admin@covenant.nsw.edu.au).
At approximately 5.00pm* on the day your child is absent, you will receive a notification (providing you've enabled notifications) asking you to provide an explanation for the absence. Once you've opened the App, click on the Absences button and select the applicable child who has been absent (see third screen below). Click 'Submit absence explanation' and select the date of absence, then select a reason for the absence from the drop down menu. You will also need to provide a simple explanation. Click submit.
Only ONE parent needs to submit an absence (even though both parents will receive the notification via the App).
Many parents have been trying to use the App to advise the school that their child will be absent on a particular day. Please note the following:
Applications for extended periods of leave are still required and are available here.
*This allows for any anomalies and ensures roll accuracy.
The Covie App will notify you when a new issue of the Newsletter is available to read (providing push notifications are allowed). You can simply click on the notification which will take you into the App. From there click on 'Newsletter' - it will have a red circle in the top right corner to show an new issue is available.
The Newsletter button on the App also allows you to access the Newsletter at any time from your mobile phone. You will be able to view past issues there.
Enrolment and ongoing information about our Co-Curricular activities can now be accessed via the Covie App.
If you are having any issues logging into the Covie App, please contact techserve@covenant.nsw.edu.au. If you have any questions about the Co-Curricular program, please contact Alison Vander Straaten, Director of Co-Curricular.
The Covie App allows you quick access to a number of helpful links from your mobile.
These include:
You can use the Covie App to view the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Calendar from your mobile.
View all school activities by month, week or day.
You can now use the Covie App to view your child's timetable (Secondary students only).
By clicking on the 'Timetable' button, you can select which child's timetable you would like to view.
You can now use the Covie App to view your child's upcoming tasks (Secondary students only).
By clicking on the 'Tasks' button, you can then select which child's tasks you would like to view.
You can now use the Covie App to easily and conveniently access the contact details for the Office, Sick Bay, Extend After School Care, Private Music Tutors and more.
By clicking on the 'Contacts' button, you can select who you would like to contact.
The Covie App can now send important and timely broadcasts to your mobile.
By clicking on the 'Newsfeed' button, you will be able to view the latest broadcasts.
Please ensure that you have enabled "Broadcast and Space Post activity" in the settings to ensure you receive these notifications.
In the event of an emergency, such as a school closure, we will be using this feature to notify parents (alongside email and SMS). We will also be using this feature to remind our community of important upcoming events, such as School Photo day.
for more information on features and what to expect to find on the app.
If you are having trouble installing or logging into the App, please contact Techserve - techserve@covenant.nsw.edu.au.