Kindy Start

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.

Kindergarten orientation sessions provide parents and carers with everything they need to know about starting kindergarten, while children explore their knew learning environment and meet their teachers.

Read the Getting ready for primary school guide for detailed tips and checklists.

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A warm welcome to the start of your child's learning journey at Bredbo Public School.

Starting school is a big step for children and their families. At Bredbo Public School, we make that step exciting and reassuring, filled with new possibilities.

Bredbo Public School is a historic rural school in a lovely village surrounded by poplar trees. As the gateway to the Monaro region, we sit on the Monaro Highway, close to the rolling mountains and winding rivers of the Snowy Mountains. Our school is near the Bredbo River, which flows into the Murrumbidgee, and we are not far from the Snowy Mountains ski fields.

Our unique location on golden plains gives students the chance to learn and grow in a truly special environment. Here, students experience the rich country lifestyle and are nurtured by caring teachers who take the time to understand each child’s strengths, interests, and needs from their very first day.

Kindy Start Orientation Date

Our orientation sessions help children:

• meet teachers and classmates
• explore classrooms and playgrounds
• practise simple routines

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

Before your child starts Kindergarten

Enrolment interview

Before your child begins, all families meet with our principal. 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.

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 eBook

Colouring sheets -

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

Cut-out puzzle -

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

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.

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