We have randomly divided our School Starters into three groups – Koalas, Kangaroos and Wombats.

Transition Sessions 1-4 will run from 9:15 - 10:30am

Transition Session 5 will run from 9:15 - 10:00am

School Starters Transition Program

These sessions are an opportunity for your child to become familiar with their school environment, teachers and peers. We aim to ensure a strong sense of connection to DPS. All children are required to bring a drink bottle containing water, a small snack and sun smart hat in a small backpack/bag.

The transition dates are:

Thursday 9th October	Parent Information Evening - Junior School Building This session is specifically designed for parents/carers to develop an understanding of everything they need to know about the Transition program. Time 5:00pm
Friday 17th October	Transition Session 1: 9:15-10:30 Getting to know my school and teachers
Friday 24th October	Transition Session 2: 9:15-10:30 Getting to know my school and teachers
Friday 31st October	Transition Session 3: 9:15-10:30 Getting to know my school and teachers
Friday 7th November	Transition Session 4: 9:15-10:30 Specialists session Students will learn about Sport, LOTE and Science with the Specialist teachers
Friday 14th November	Chat and Play: 9:15-10:00 Come and have a chat and play with other school starters, parents and teachers on the Junior School Playground
Tuesday 25th November	Meet the Teacher: 9:15-10:30 Students will meet their 2026 classroom teacher and peers.

We ask that you follow these procedures when attending our School Starters Transition Program:

Bring your child to the Junior School Building at 9:15.
Find the sign on the door with the group your child is in, e.g. Koalas, Kangaroos or Wombats. Sign them in
Place bags/lunchboxes in a locker (any locker)
Take your child to a table activity (fine motor skills) to settle them in
We kindly ask that you leave once your child has settled in
At pick up (10:30), please pick up your child from the mat and sign them out.
Please drop off and pick up your child ON TIME to ensure the smooth running of the program for everyone involved

We will continue to communicate with you via COMPASS.

If you have not received your log in details contact the school office.

We look forward to welcoming you to our school.

School Principal, Assistant Principals and Office Staff