Gembrook Primary School
Kindergarten – School Transition Program
2016/2017
Kindergarten – School Transition Program
2016/2017
At Gembrook Primary School, we believe it is important that all children and parents who are entering our school community feel comfortable and well informed about the many aspects of school life. In consultation with teachers at Gembrook Pre-school, we have developed a program of activities which will give your child many opportunities to visit our school and engage with a number of different members of our staff. We will also provide opportunities for parents to visit, so that you may feel confident in our school environment. As well as these more formal activities, please feel free to make an appointment at any time if you have any questions or would like any further information. Students who do not attend Gembrook Kinder will be assisted in the transition programme by Gembrook Primary School staff.
Timetable of Activities
Step into School Night
Wednesday 10th August5.15 – 6.00 p.m.
Future Foundation students and families are invited to visit the Foundation classrooms to experience reading, writing, craft, construction, maths activities and using technology such as iPads and computers. This is a great opportunity to see our classrooms in action, meet teachers and other parents, and ask questions in an informal setting.
Starting School Chat
Thursday 11th August 2:00 – 2.30 p.m.
Foundation Teachers/Principal will visit the Kinder and talk to parents about starting school. This will be a good opportunity to ask questions and find out some of the things you may be unsure of.
Kinder Visit
Thursday 11th August 10 am -11am
Kinder students are invited to share games, songs, stories and a snack with the 2016 Foundation students. Gembrook Kinder students will walk over form Kinder. Students who do not attend Gembrook Kinder please ring to book in. 59681313.
GemBook Week
Thursday August 25th
Grade 5 students will visit the Kinder during Book Week and spend time reading with the Kinder students.
Future Foundation Buddies
Thursday 15th September
Kinder students will visit Gembrook Primary School. They will spend time reading, take part in football games and a footy parade with the Grade 5 future Foundation buddies during Footy Day. They will have the opportunity to enjoy a hot dog lunch.
Kinder to School Transition Visits
There will be six Kinder to School Transition visits. Kinder to School Transition visits will begin in the second week of term 4 and finish in the eighth week of Term 4.
If your child attends Gembrook Pre-school they will attend as part of their program and should be dropped off at the School Library. If your child does not attend Gembrook Pre-school please phone the Gembrook Primary School Office to book in. Our number is 5968 1313.
Kinder to School Transition Visits will be held in the school library and start at 9:30am and finish at 12:30pm.
Kinder to School Transition Visits dates are as follows:
Week 2 – Thursday 13th October
Week 3 – Thursday 20ndOctober
Week 4 – Thursday 27thOctober
Week 6 – Thursday 10th November
Week 7 – Thursday 17th November
Week 8 – Thursday 24th November
During these transition visits the children will experience the school learning environment including routines and activities. They will have an opportunity to participate in school activities such as Science, Art, PE, Perceptual Motor Program (PMP), meeting their future Grade 6 buddies and visitsto Foundation classrooms. Students not attending Gembrook Kinder will be supported by Gembrook Primary School Staff.
Orientation Day
Tuesday 6thDecember 9.15 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
The children will participate in a range of activities which will prepare them for life at school. They will play in the playground and walk around the school to familiarise themselves with their new environment.
Children will need to bring their play lunch and lunch.
Information Night
Tuesday 6thDecember 5:30 – 7.00 p.m.
During this meeting we will outline information that will help you and your child prepare for their start at school. We will have a sausage sizzle (5.30 – 6.00 p.m.) prior to the meeting. Baby-sitting will be available during the meeting.
School Christmas Concert
Thursday 14th December 6:00 pm
Families are invited to our School Christmas Concert. This is a great opportunity to get to know other Gembrook families and teachers, and enjoy the Christmas festivities together.
The Transition process will continue in 2017 with a Foundation Family Night and Foundation Home Visits. Details of these activities will be given early in 2017.
If you have any questions about these activities please feel free to come and see us or give us a call. We are looking forward to getting to know you and your children.
Brendan Fitzpatrick Dale Bigwood and Ann Liston
(Principal) (FoundationTeachers)
Gembrook Primary School
Phone: 5968 1313