Our Kindergarten program is a warm and nurturing environment where your child can truly flourish. At this developmental stage, young minds need gentle guidance to build the social, cognitive, and motor skills they will draw on for future learning.

Daily Rhythm: ‘Rhythm’ is a key element of our Kindergarten, creating a calm, secure, and familiar environment. Each morning starts with a morning circle, where the teacher and students greet one another, recite a story, poem, or song, and engage in movement activities. Afterward, students assist with tidying up before moving on to their regular lessons, such as; numeracy, literacy, French, crafts, outdoor play, and bushwalks.

Learning: Students are encouraged to engage in self-directed, and imaginative play, while teachers gently guide social interactions through cooperative group activities—fostering empathy, collaboration, and resilience. This learning method encourages the development of children’s neural pathways, which is foundational for their formal learning needs. It also helps build confidence and independence as children learn to navigate the world around them at their own pace.

At this age, developing fine and gross motor skills is crucial, which is why we focus on activities such as painting, handcrafting, and active outdoor play. During the year, students complete a range of craft projects, such as knitting a beanie, building a lantern, sewing puppets, and practicing regular watercolour painting.

Nutrition: We regularly prepare a healthy morning tea in the classroom, so students become familiar with eating produce from the garden and trying new flavours. For lunch, they bring nutritious meals from home. All meals are enjoyed together around the classroom table.

We are committed to providing a balanced environment—one that enriches children’s imaginations, respects their individuality, and supports their natural curiosity about the world. As your child progresses in Kindergarten, you will notice a significant growth in confidence, independence, and a genuine love of learning.