The beginning of your child's school life starts now

Starting School

  • In 2023 our Prep students will begin school on Tuesday 31st January 
  • There will be no school for Prep students on Wednesday 1 Feb, 8 Feb 15 Feb, 22 Feb and 1 March
  • Students will begin full time school week beginning 6th March
  • On Wednesdays the Prep teachers will conduct individual assessments and interviews with each child in their grade. A timetable will be posted on Compass.
  • Please provide your child with a morning snack, lunch, and drink bottle filled with water and school hat each day.
  • Hats are compulsory in Terms 1 and 4 and can be purchased from the uniform shop.

The beginning of the day

  • On the first day children and their families are invited into the classroom from 8:55am.  The teacher will show the children their bag lockers in which they can place their belongings.
  • Once your child is settled we ask you to say goodbye to your child and leave the classroom.
  • In week one and two, please bring your child into the classroom each morning to ensure they feel safe and happy.
  • From week three onwards, please bring your child to the outside door of their classroom.  When the bell rings at 8:55am the teacher will bring the students inside to start their school day.

The end of the day

At the end of the day teachers will dismiss children as they see their parents at the door/gate.  Please wait for your child outside of the junior building.