Starting Kindergarten

Our Kindergarten classrooms are calm, welcoming spaces where children feel safe, supported, and confident as they begin their learning journey.

Through play-based learning, we focus on building strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, as well as developing social and emotional skills that will support lifelong learning.

Starting primary school is a big step for children and families. Our school runs orientation and 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.

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Kindergarten orientation and information sessions

Our orientation sessions help children:

meet teachers, classmates and their Year 5 buddies
explore classrooms and playgrounds
practise simple routines

Click image to find out more about upcoming Kindergarten information sessions, orientation and interviews for enrolled 2027 students.

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Enrolment interview

Before your child begins, all families meet with principal and/or teaching staff. 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.

Parents and carers join information sessions to learn about daily schedules, uniforms, lunches and communication. If you need an interpreter, let us know.

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What to expect in Kindergarten

Learning and development

Kindergarten follows the NSW curriculum. Children build early skills in literacy, numeracy, creative arts, health and physical activity, science and technology. Learning through play also supports social, emotional and academic growth.

Daily routines

Children learn routines such as morning arrival, snack and lunch breaks, lining up, using bubblers and moving safely around the school. Teachers guide children as they settle in, but practising at home helps.

Best Start Assessment

At the start of the year, all Kindergarten children take part in the Best Start Assessment. This is a friendly, one-on-one activity where teachers learn about your child’s literacy and numeracy skills. It is not a test and needs no preparation.

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.

Daisy's First Day

To help get your child ready for Kindergarten, introduce them to Daisy and learn together about her very first day at Primary School.

Daisy's First Day eBook - Read all about Daisy's First Day and all the fun adventures she has at big school.

Colouring sheets - Print and colour in different scenes and characters from Daisy's First Day.

Cut-out puzzle - Help your child piece together this jigsaw scene taken from Daisy's First Day.

Watch the video below together with your child and find out how many fun adventures Daisy has on her very first day of Primary School.

https://players.brightcove.net/6110393209001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6202238811001

Have a question for us about your child starting Kindergarten?

Our friendly office team can help.

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