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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02 Feb 2026
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Shout out also to the girls from last year's Year 6 who started Year 7 today at Mount St Benedict.
02 Feb 2026
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Best wishes to our Year 6 2025 students who started Year 7 at Marian today.
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02 Feb 2026
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Shout out also to the girls from last year's Year 6 who started Year 7 today at Mount St Benedict.
02 Feb 2026
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Best wishes to our Year 6 2025 students who started Year 7 at Marian today.
02 Feb 2026
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And just like that, day one is done for 2026! The children did such an amazing job of remembering how we are respectful learners at OLOR. Still, there were new teachers to get to know, new bag racks to claim a hook on, routines to settle into, and lots of learning to start.
01 Feb 2026
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With the new school year starting, our 2025 Year 6 take the first steps on their high school journey. We wish them all the best.
28 Jan 2026
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As we get ready to welcome students back for 2026, something new is also happening in the library. What could it be?
27 Jan 2026
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The new school year is upon us, and OLOR staff returned today for the first of our professional learning days. We began the day by continuing the tradition of gathering as the combined school staff of Kellyville Parish - OLOR and St Angela's - to celebrate the Eucharist. We gave thanks for the gift of serving in the vocation of education within this community, and asked for God's blessing for the year ahead.
27 Jan 2026
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All parents and carers are invitied to join us for our Mass to celebrate the Commencement of the School Year on Friday 13 February at 11:30 am. At the conclusion of the Mass, we will ask God's blessing upon our new students and staff, as well as commission our 2026 Student Leaders.
26 Jan 2026
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We're getting ready for another big year of learning! Take a look to check our back-to-school dates. We will send our term planner out to parents and carers early in the term, but the best place to follow all our school event dates is on our calendar - check the Compass Parent Portal or visit our website: https://www.olorkellyville.catholic.edu.au/news-events/whats-on
23 Jan 2026
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Getting ready for starting Kindergarten? Here are some helpful tips for a successful transition.
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Transitioning smoothly into ‘big school’: What parents need to know
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.
07 Jan 2026
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There's been a little bit of work happening in the school playground over the holidays... perhaps there will be something new to enjoy this year?
30 Dec 2025
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At our annual Awards Ceremony, we had the privilege of acknowledging students across the school for their achievements in 2025. Congratuations to this year's OLOR Award recipients.