Transition to primary school
Starting school is a big step for children and families. Our school runs transition activities to help your child feel ready for Kindergarten and to support you as parents and carers.
Read the Getting ready for primary school guide for detailed tips and checklists.
Before your child starts Kindergarten
Before your child begins, you will complete an online enrolment form. This is a time to share:
- medical conditions or allergies
- learning support needs
- family circumstances that may affect your child’s start
We want every child to feel safe, supported and included in school life.
School Tours
Parents and carers can book a school tour to learn more about what we offer. Tours run fortnightly from Term 2 - Term 4, bookings are essential. Meet our friendly staff, explore our school facilities, and see what makes our school a great place to learn. Call us to arrange a visit, 9130 6998.
Parent information evening
Parents and carers join a information session in Term 3 to learn about daily schedules, uniforms, lunches and communication. If you need an interpreter, please let us know.
Kindergarten transition sessions
We run 3 transition days for our new kindergartens in Term 4. Our transition sessions help children:
- meet teachers and classmates
- explore classrooms and playgrounds
- practise simple routines
Getting ready at home
You can help your child get ready by encouraging independence and routines. Try:
- packing and unpacking their school bag
- dressing themselves and practising hygiene
- following simple routines at home.
For more advice, see the Getting ready for primary school guide.
What to expect in Kindergarten
Learning and development
Kindergarten follows the NSW curriculum. Children build early skills in literacy, numeracy, creative arts, history, geography, health and physical education, science and technology. Learning through play also supports social, emotional and academic growth.
Daily routines
In Kindergarten, lessons are broken into small chunks to keep young minds engaged in their learning. Lessons begin at 9:00 am each day, and the school day concludes at 3:00 pm. Recess occurs from 11:15 am to 11:45 am, and lunchtime takes place between 1:15 pm and 2:00 pm. During recess and lunch, students have time to sit and eat together on the playground, followed by playtime.
Best Start Assessment
At the start of the year, all Kindergarten children take part in the Best Start Assessment. This friendly, one-on-one assessment allows teachers to learn about each child’s literacy and numeracy skills. It is a great opportunity for teachers to get to know our students and determine how to best support them at school.