In partnership with you, we are committed to ensuring that every child’s transition from one year to the next goes as smoothly as possible. Below are some of the ways in which we support this transition here at St Dominic’s.
Transition Afternoon – On Monday afternoon in Week 9, the students will be spending time in their new 2024 classrooms. The afternoon is an opportunity for students, to visit their new rooms, meet their new teacher, engage in a fun activity and hear a little bit about what to expect next year. This is a wonderful opportunity for the students and staff to get to know each other before the start of the new school year.
Pre Primary – Over the next two weeks our Pre Primary students will been transitioning to the big playground during recess and lunch. With additional staff support, the Pre Primary students will have the opportunity to explore the playgrounds and find out where things like the drink fountains and toilets are located.
Handover Document – Each year teachers spend a considerable amount of time preparing a handover document for the next teacher. The document covers a vast range of information and is used to share the extensive knowledge your child’s current teacher has about them with their new teacher. As well as preparing and handing over this document, time is also set aside in Week 10 for staff to meet and talk about each individual child.
Over the holidays you may wish to find time to talk to your child about their new classroom and teacher, and once the year starts do not hesitate to book in a time to meet with the teacher and discuss your child’s social, emotional and educational journey. Click here to access an online article by author Maggie Dent titled ‘Sensitive kids starting school’. You may find some helpful tips to try if your child is a little anxious about returning to school after the Christmas break.
We are all looking forward to a new year full of learning, fun and great memories!
Leon Bolding
Principal