Kindergarten Tawny Transition for 2026

Starting school is a big step for children and families. Our school runs orientation and transition activities to help your child feel ready for Kindergarten and to support you as parents and carers.

The Kindergarten Tawny Transition to School is an 8 week program which offers the opportunity for children starting Kindergarten to meet once a week to practise settling into a school routine, meet our teachers and mix with groups of other children. They will engage in both structured and unstructured play and school readiness activities. Your children will be happy, safe and engaged as we slowly transition them to ‘big’ school.

This program is run by our highly skilled Kindergarten teachers and members of our Learning Support Team.

More information on our Tawny Transition program

Important dates for Tawny Transition

King Street Public School information booklet

Before your child starts Kindergarten

Enrolment interview

Before your child begins, all families meet with our principal. This is a time to share:

• medical conditions or allergies
• learning support needs
• family circumstances that may affect your child’s start

We want every child to feel safe, supported and included in school life.

Getting ready at home

You can help your child get ready by encouraging independence and routines. Try:

• packing and unpacking their school bag
• dressing themselves and practising hygiene
• following simple routines at home.

For more advice, see the Getting ready for primary school guide.

What to expect in Kindergarten

Learning and development

Kindergarten follows the NSW curriculum. Children build early skills in literacy, numeracy, creative arts, health and physical activity, science and technology. Learning through play also supports social, emotional and academic growth.

Daily routines

Children learn routines such as morning arrival, snack and lunch breaks, lining up, using bubblers and moving safely around the school. Teachers guide children as they settle in, but practising at home helps.

Best Start Assessment

At the start of the year, all Kindergarten children take part in the Best Start Assessment. This is a friendly, one-on-one activity where teachers learn about your child’s literacy and numeracy skills. It is not a test and needs no preparation.

“As a first time Kindergarten parent, I found the transition program to be an amazing experience not just for my child, but also for myself and the rest of our family. It allowed my daughter to gain confidence in meeting new friends and preparing for the year ahead.

The transition program allows the children to get to know the teachers, where classrooms and toilets are and the school routine. This was so helpful in allowing my daughter to adjust to Kindergarten life and gave her a huge head start in breaking down the anxieties that starting big school can have on children.

The program itself was enjoyable for the children and we loved seeing and hearing of all the new things our daughter was learning each week. I highly recommend the KSPS transition program to ensure a smooth transition into school life”.

- KSPS parent

Ready to enrol for Kindergarten?

You can apply online or visit our school in person.

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