Dockside Group's Ultimate School Formal Guide

The Ultimate School FormalGuide

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Step-by-Step Guide to Organising your School Formal

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Dockside Group School Formals | Welcome Page 1

Psst… Over Here!!............... No more pencils no more books... IT’S TIME TO PARTY!

Hey guys!

Congratulations, your studies are nearly complete and its time to celebrate!

Dockside Group is dedicated to providing you with a spectacular night, to be

remembered long after the corsage is off and the new chapter of your life has

begun. Dockside Group offers a range of venues in the greatest locations right in the

heart of the city with spectacular Harbour views; the perfect backdrop for your

photos, creating memories to last a lifetime.

This handy School Formal guide provides a variety of packages to suit your

budget, with bonus inclusions to fit every need. Choose one and watch the best

night of the year come together!

Let us take away the stress of planning your formal. The easy step-by-step

checklist included in this guide will assist you in ensuring your final years of high

school are celebrated in the biggest way!

Leave it to us, you have worked hard enough. The time has come for you to let your

hair down and celebrate. LET’S PARTY!!!

Dockside Group

Dockside Group School Formals | Welcome Page 2

Step-By-Step Guide to Organising Your Formal

8 -6 months out• Selecttheformalcommittee• Establishyourbudget&calculatehow

muchyouneedfromticketsales• Establishadate-ensureitdoesn’t

conflictwithanyotherschooleventoralocalschoolsformal

• Bookyourvenue-payyourbond

5-4 months out• BookaDJ/Entertainment&lighting• Bookaphotographer&photobooth• Booksecurity• Thinkofatheme• Begindiscussingideasfordecorations,invitations&tickets• Coordinatetransportifneeded• Meetwithvolunteerstodiscussthe

afterpartyifyourschoolishavingone

3 weeks out:• Finaliseguestlist&confirmnumberswith

thecaterer• OrganiseFavors• Createaseatingplan• Createplacecardsifrequired

2-1 weeks out• FinalPayment ofvenue&services• Callthevenueandservicestoconfirmall

ofyourarrangements

On the day• Arriveearlytoensureeverythingisasit

shouldbe• Greetyourstudentsonarrival• HAVEFUN!!!!

Organising your school formal can be quite daunting! There are so many things to think about and you dont want to forget any important details, so we decided to minimise your stress by putting together a simple timeline to keep you on track. Hope it helps!

Dockside Group School Formals | Guide Page 3

3-2 months out • Orderyourinvitations&tickets• Beginadvertising.Hangposters,

flyersetc• Orderallyourdecoratingmaterials

togowithyourchosentheme

6-4 weeks out• Sendoutinvitationsandbeginticket

sales• Callandconfirmanyarrangements

withaband,DJ,photographer• Finalisemenudetailswiththecaterer

&providethevenuewitharunsheetsotheyknowwhenthefoodshouldbeservedetc

• Setupaschedulefordecoratingthevenue

• Paythevenuedeposit

School Formal Timeline

Choosing A Venue Checklist

Choosing your venue can be fun but there are a few things you will need to consider. We have so many beautiful venues to choose from, right in the heart of the city all with waterfront views. To make your job easier, we have put together a checklist

of things to ask the venue.

DoesYourVenueInclude:

• Cateringoffoodandbeverages

• Music(DJ,bandormusicsystem)

• Crockery,cutlery,glassware,whitenapery

• Decorations,centrepieces

• Dancefloor

• Security

• Professionalwaitstaff

• Photographerorphotobooth

• Lightingeffectsforatmosphere

• Chaircoversandsash

• Convenientlocation

• Enoughcapacityforallthestudents& adultsupervision

• Therightlayoutforthenightsactivties

• Audiovisualcapabilitiesforspeeches, videoclipsetc

Check out our awesome waterfront location. Right in the heart of the city in Darling Harbour and The Rocks!

Dockside Group School Formals | Venue Checklist Page 4

STAR ROOM

Suitable for 110 to 210 Guests

Level 6 of the IMAX Theatre

Complex with floor to ceiling glass windows affording panoramic views

of Darling Harbour and the city.

STARROOM.COM.AU

L’AQUA Gold Room


Roof Terrace, Cockle Bay,

with a private outdoor balcony overlooking Darling Harbour.

LAQUA.COM.AU

Dockside Groups Classic Package

Herearethedinnerset-upsfortheclassicpackageinsomeofourwaterfrontvenues

Dockside Group School Formals | Classic Package Page 5

L’AQUA Terrace Room


Roof Terrace, Cockle Bay, with a private outdoor balcony overlook-

ing Darling Harbour.

LAQUA.COM.AU

The Classic Package is a fantastic, affordable and all inclusive package that provides all the essentials you will need to party the night away!

The Package Includes

• 5 hour venue hire

• 4.5 hour soft drink package with mocktails served on arrival

• 3 course meal (alternate serve) or Cocktail Canape menu Pg 12 & 13

(Please note all dietary and allergy requirements can be accommo-dated)

• DJ and parquetry wooden dance floor - Speak to our DJ’s to discuss your music requirements & playlist choice

• Security for the duration of the night to ensure the night runs smoothly

• Guest list & seating plan printed and displayed upon guest arrival

• Complimentary table menus

• Free photo booth

• Venue crockery, cutlery, glassware & white napery

• Professional wait staff & function supervisor

Teachers - 5 complimentary teachers or parents per 100 students (Maximum 10 complimentary guests)

Complimentary wine - One bottle of red & white wine per table for the teachers or parents

ITALIAN VILLAGE Florence & Verona Rooms

Suitable for 40 to 110 GuestsLocated on Hickson Road, The

Rocks, with stunning views of the Sydney Opera House & Sydney

Harbour Bridge.

ITALIANVILLAGE.COM.AU

WATERFRONT Settlers Hall


Located on Hickson Road, The Rocks, with stunning views of the Sydney Opera House & Sydney

Harbour Bridge.

WATERFRONTRESTAURANT.COM.AU

Dockside Groups Classic Package

Herearethedinnerset-upsfortheclassicpackageinsomeofourwaterfrontvenues

Dockside Group School Formals | Classic Package Page 6

DOCKSIDE


On the city side of Darling Harbour at Cockle bay, with a large under-

cover balcony

DOCKSIDE.COM.AU

$89Per Person

Dockside Group School Formals | Deluxe Package Page 7

STAR ROOM


Level 6 of the IMAX Theatre

Complex with floor to ceiling glass windows affording panoramic views

of Darling Harbour and the city.

STARROOM.COM.AU

L’AQUA Gold Room


Roof Terrace, Cockle Bay,

with a private outdoor balcony overlooking Darling Harbour.

LAQUA.COM.AU

Dockside Groups Deluxe Package

L’AQUA Terrace Room


Roof Terrace, Cockle Bay, with a private outdoor balcony overlook-

ing Darling Harbour.

LAQUA.COM.AU

DELUXE ADDITIONS:

• Extension of mocktail service

• Dance floor light package - 8 LED flashing colour pan can lights & a mirror ball effect for the dance floor

• Vision package - including 1 single projector screen & event sized data projector

• Venue centrepiece, one per table

• White fitted chair covers

• Chair sash included with more than 40 colours to choose from

Dockside Group School Formals | Deluxe Package Page 8

The Deluxe Package is for a school formal that is as beautiful as it is fun! Providing the special details to ensure you feel like Prom King or Queen.

The Package Includes

• 5 hour venue hire

• 4.5 hour soft drink package with mocktails served on arrival

• 3 course meal (alternate serve) or Cocktail Canape menu Pg 11 (Please note all dietary and allergy requirements can be accommodated)

• DJ and parquetry wooden dance floor - Speak to our DJ’s to discuss your music requirements & playlist choice

• Security for the duration of the night to ensure the night runs smoothly (2 guards per 100 students)

• Guest list & seating plan printed and displayed upon guest arrival

• Complimentary table menus

• Free photo booth

• Venu crockery, cutlery, glassware & white napery

• Professional wait staff & function supervisor

Teachers - 5 complimentary teachers of parents per 100 students (Maximum 10 complimentary guests)

Complimentary wine - One bottle of red & white wine per table for the teachers or parents

ITALIAN VILLAGE Florence & Verona Rooms

Suitable for 40 to 110 GuestsLocated on Hickson Road, The

Rocks, with stunning views of the Sydney Opera House & Sydney

Harbour Bridge.

ITALIANVILLAGE.COM.AU

WATERFRONT Settlers Hall


Located on Hickson Road, The Rocks, with stunning views of the Sydney Opera House & Sydney

Harbour Bridge.

WATERFRONTRESTAURANT.COM.AU

Dockside Groups Deluxe Package

DOCKSIDE


On the city side of Darling Harbour at Cockle bay, with a large under-

cover balcony

DOCKSIDE.COM.AU

$109Per Person

• Venue table centrepiece $15.00 per table

• White fitted chair covers $5.00 per chair

• Satin or organza sash $2.00 per chair

• Black table cloths $10.00 per table

• Balloons by our preffered supplier Mad Balloons $5.00 per person**

• Photos by our preffered supplier SilverCity Photography $7.00 per person**

• Canapés on arrival for a ½ hour duration $9.50 per person

• Mocktail packages available for the duration of the night $6.00 per person

Please inform your Event Manager to check availability, if you would like to book any of the above items or to find out more about the serving of alcohol at your formal for teachers, parents or students

Well done you’re nearly there! Tick off the final checklist and all is in place to ensure your night is perfect!

Package Upgrade Options

Upgrade your package to add in some special extras that will enhance your night and the memories you will

carry for years to come.

Dockside Group School Formals | Package Upgrades Page 9

Some of Our Recommended suppliers

DJ - Jamie Drivas [email protected]

Balloons - Mad Balloons www.madballoons.com.au

Photos - Silvercity www.silvercity.com.au

For more suppliers details, visit our website

Well done you’re nearly there! Tick off the final checklist and all is in place to ensure your night is perfect!

Package Upgrade Options

Final Checklist

Dockside Group School Formals | Final Checklist Page 10

• Entertainment&audioorganised

• Securityconfirmed

• Permissionformscompleted

• Officialguestlistfinilised

• Afterpartyactivitiessorted

• Photographerconfirmed

• Transportorganised

• Venuebooked&paidfor

• Musicbookedandplaylistready

• Foodmenuandnumbersconfirmed

• Theme-decorationssorted

• Invitations-send&rsvp’srecieved

• Menu/placecardsready

• Seatingplansorted

Dockside Group’s Sample Cocktail MenuCanapés served for 3 hour duration

Cold canapes (choice of 6)

Trio of dips with crispy pita and crudités chicken & semi-dried tomato terrine

Smoked salmon mousse on cucumber on pumpernickel pastry tartlet with ricotta and roasted pinenuts

Bocconcini and broccoli tartlet with tomato pesto melon balls with parma ham

Roasted artichokes with goats cheese

Petite potato filled with blue cheese cream

Bocconcini with olive tapenade on crisp bread

Hot canapes (choice of 6)

Baby spinach and fetta feuillette

Assortment of mini pizzas

Cocktail beef satay with roasted peanut sauce

Mini vegetable spring roll with chilli jam

Salmon and asparagus tartlet

Tomato and mushroom quiche

Mini beef hamburgers

Green pepper spiced beef in a baby potato

Pumpkin & fetta frittata

Mini hotdogs with tomato sauce

Please inform us of any dietary requirements and we will be delighted to cater to them separately

HeresasampleofourBanquetmenutoseewhatweofferinbothourClassicorDeluxePackage.Wearesureyouwillbe

impressed!

Interestedinsocialisingmorethansitting?PerhapsourdeliciousCocktailMenuismoresuitedtoyournight!

Dockside Group School Formals | Sample Menu Page 11

Dockside Group’s Sample Banquet MenuEntrée

Mini chicken schnitzel

Caesar salad with boiled egg, bacon, croutons & parmesan cheese Spinach & ricotta ravioli , tomato & basil broth w/ shaved parmesan

Greek salad with olives, fetta cheese, tomato, cucumber, and oregano dressing

Potato gnocchi w hand cut veal Raghu

Thai beef salad w sweet chilli dressing & roasted rice

Main course

Grilled sirloin on potato gratin with season vegetables and pepper sauce

Roasted chicken on fettuccini, green vegetable and tomato jus

Grilled barramundi w sautéed potatoes w broccoli & lemon butter sauce

Braised lamb shank w creamy mash potato ,tomato & black olive jus, green beans

Dessert

Steam chocolate pudding with chocolate fudge sauce

Orange and almond cake w/ caramelised oranges & mascarpone cream

Lemon Meringue pie w/ balsamic strawberries

Bombolini with vanilla custard & strawberry jam

Milk chocolate brulee tart w/ macerated raspberries

Coffee, tea & chocolates

Please choose two from each course to be served on an alternate basis or one from each course to be served on a set basis. Please inform us of any dietary requirements and we will be delighted to cater to them

separately

Dockside Group School Formals | Sample Menu Page 12

sample menus

Interior Styling

Dockside Group School Formals | Inspiration Page 13

Dockside Group School Formals | Competition Page 15

Win A $250 Westfeild Gift Voucher on Facebook!

We hope this guide assisted you in your preparations for the greatest night of the year! If you want more information don’t be shy to give our team a HOLLA! We are happy to receive your enquires, feedback and comments.

We would love to connect over social media after your dancing shoes are off! Don’t forget to post using the hashtag #dockside-groupschoolformal and tag @docksidegroup so we can stay in touch as you spread your wings!

Dockside Group thanks you for choosing us, we understand the importance of your special night and we are so grateful to have shared it with you.

Wishing you all the best for your future endeavours, the world is at your feet so enjoy! Travel, love, laugh and find what makes you happy. Then do it!

Wishing you lots of luck,

Dockside Group.

FormoreinformationortomakeabookingPh:1300117118Email:[email protected]

Thats all folks!

Shine your brightest on the best night of the year! Be in the draw to win a $250 Westfield gift voucher to splurge on a new outfit and accessories for your School Formal! To enter, tell us on Facebook in 25 words or less why you want your School Formal at a Dockside Group venue.

Have your family and friends support you by liking your post on our Dockside Group Formals Page. The winner will be the post with the most ‘likes’.

Dockside Group School Formals | Closing Note Page 16

Follow @DGformals to be the first to know about our exclusive sup-plier offers, enjoy great quotes to keep you motivated through your studies, funny links, pictures and cur-rent trends to inspire.

Follow @DSGformals for theming inspiration, exclusive supplier of-fers and funny quotes and links to brighten your day. Prepare for the best night of the year and tweet us throughout your journey. We love to keep in touch!

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@DocksideGroup Pinterest boards have tons of images and ideas for your School Formal celebration. See your chosen venue set up using a variety of different themes and get ideas and inspiration for the most important night of the year!

Winner Announced

1 December, 2014

GOOD LUCK!

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