Every family’s journey to Kindergarten looks a little different. This timeline is designed to guide you through key moments in the 12 months before your child starts Kindergarten. We’ve mapped the key moments to the school terms to help you plan.
Remember children develop at their own pace, and you don’t need to do everything at once. Use this timeline as a guide to help your family feel ready and confident for the transition to school. If your child has a disability or additional needs the ideal time to speak with your local school is 2 years before your child starts Kindergarten.
3 months before starting school, it is helpful to work on the items below.
- Establish routines: practice packing a bag, managing toileting, dressing independently, and getting ready on time.
- Attend orientation sessions at the school.
- Purchase the school uniform.
- Update any medical/healthcare or emergency action plan as well as information about a disability and or learning and support plans to the department’s online enrolment system.
1 month before starting school, it is helpful to work on the items below.
- Consider what adjustments, if any, you may need to make to your daily routines at home and start preparing.
- Label belongings: ensure all items are labelled and help your child manage their belongings.
- Talk positively: discuss school in an encouraging manner and address any questions your child has.
For more information- please visit https://education.nsw.gov.au/early-childhood-education/information-for-parents-and-carers/transition-to-school