The first day of Kindergarten!
It’s a milestone filled with excitement, pride and maybe a few nerves (for both you and your child!). Starting “big school” marks the beginning of a whole new adventure, and with a little preparation, you can help make those first weeks calm, confident and full of smiles.
1. Talk it up with excitement!
Children take their cues from you. Speak positively about school, the friends they’ll make, the fun activities and the stories they’ll hear. This helps build excitement rather than anxiety. If you’re feeling nervous, that’s normal too, just try to keep the focus on the positives!
2. Practise the little things
In the lead-up to school, have a few “practice mornings.” Pack the school bag, try on the uniform and walk or drive past the school together. Familiarity makes everything feel a little less overwhelming when the big day arrives.
3. Create a calm morning routine
Have a predictable morning - breakfast, get dressed, brush teeth, bag in hand. This helps children feel secure. Try it out before term starts so it becomes second nature. And remember: even if the first morning feels like a blur, a hug, a smile and a confident goodbye go a long way.
4. Expect tiredness (and big emotions)
Starting school is exciting and exhausting! Don’t be surprised if your child is extra tired or emotional in those first few weeks. Keep afternoons simple, with plenty of rest, snacks and downtime.
5. Stay connected
Ask open-ended questions like “What was the best thing you did today?” rather than “What did you learn?” And remember, every child settles in at their own pace. If you have any concerns, your child’s teacher is there to help.
Starting school is a big step, but it’s also the start of something wonderful - new friends, new skills and new adventures. At our Catholic schools, we’re here to partner with you in nurturing your child’s learning, faith and wellbeing from the very beginning.
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Today we celebrate Good Friday - a celebration because through his death on the cross, Jesus overcomes evil and gives us the gift of everlasting life.
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Today we celebrate Holy Thursday. We remember Jesus' Last Supper, where he washed the disciples' feet and gave us the Eucharist - the gift of his own body and blood made present to us when we celebrate Mass.
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This week we celebrate Holy Week, and commemorate the events the led to Jesus' death and resurrection. We gathered together as a school community on Monday in prayer, and today children will go to the Conventual Franciscan Shrine at the Friary to pray the Stations of the Cross. You are also welcome to join our parish community as it celebrates Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Times for all celebrations are on their website, https://olorparishkellyville.org.au/
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Thank you to everyone who supported our recent Big Water Walk, supporting Caritas Australia. Your generosity will help make a difference in people's lives, honouring their dignity as we reach out with compassion. You can still make a donation - jump onto the Qkr app before tomorrow morning. Well done to all the children for getting involved, and to Miss Takchi, Mrs Rodrigues and our amazing Faith in Action Team who made the day such a success.
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