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Welcome Welcome to to Thornleigh West Thornleigh West Public SchoolPublic School
Kindergarten Orientation 2013 2014
Transition to Kinder ProgramTransition to Kinder ProgramParent Orientation ProgramParent Orientation Program
Welcome by PrincipalWelcome by P&C President School BankingCanteenAfter School Care Director Kindergarten Assistant Principal - Transition
program + Start to school February 2014 + Ensuring school success
Goodies folderUniforms + Fashion Parade
Transition to Kinder Transition to Kinder Program Program 11stst Visit Visit 25 25thth October October10:00 – 11:1510:00 – 11:15
To become familiar with the classroom setting & working with a teacher
Colour groups – refer to class lists
(NOT CLASS 2014) Introductions Classroom activities Visiting areas of the school –
toilets, canteen, K-1 playground
Story Craft Activity Morning tea (Please pack a
small healthy snack)
Transition to Kinder ProgramTransition to Kinder Program22ndnd Visit – 1st November Visit – 1st November10:00 – 11:1510:00 – 11:15
Classroom involvement and build on friendships
Review last visitSing songsCraft activityMorning tea (small
healthy snack)
Transition to Kinder ProgramTransition to Kinder Program33rdrd Visit – 8th November Visit – 8th November 10:00 -11:1510:00 -11:15
Look at school routines and classroom expectations
Review last visitStoryCraft activityPlay a gameVisit the canteen and
get frozen fruit shapes
Please do not dress your child in school uniform for orientation
Targets for Kinder Children Targets for Kinder Children
Enjoy being at schoolWant to learnExperience successDevelop a positive self-imageFeel valuedBe willing to persevere & develop
resilienceDevelop effective social interactions with
other children and adults
BEST STARTBEST START What What is itis it??
Assessment strategy to identify students’ literacy and numeracy skills and understandings at school entry.
It is assessing what students bring with them to school.
The assessment will provide critical information for teaching and learning programs that meet the individual needs of students.
What are the critical aspects of What are the critical aspects of literacy to be assessed?literacy to be assessed?
Reading text WritingSpeaking ComprehensionConcepts about printPhonics Phonemic awareness
What are the critical aspects of What are the critical aspects of numeracy to be assessed?numeracy to be assessed?
Counting (numeral recognition and forward number word sequences)
Counting as a problem solving process
Pattern recognition
How will the assessment be How will the assessment be implemented?implemented?
Initially during 45 min interview & in first few days.
Classroom teachers will observe and record student responses
Most tasks will be completed individually, though some may take place within small groups
What are students asked to do during What are students asked to do during the Best Start literacy assessment?the Best Start literacy assessment?
Teachers ask a series of questions to gather information about children’s early literacy knowledge.
For example: To assess a child’s understanding of atext read to them, the teacher may ask the student to retell what happened in the story in their own words.
What are students asked to do during What are students asked to do during the Best Start Numeracy Assessment?the Best Start Numeracy Assessment?Teachers ask a series of questions to
gather information about children’s initial mathematical knowledge.
For example: To see how far a child can correctly
count, the teacher may ask them to start counting. The child will be asked to stop when the teacher gets a sense of how well they can count.
First week in Kinder First week in Kinder 20142014
Letter will be sent giving appointment time on one of following days:
Wednesday 29th, Thursday 30st, Friday 31st January Arrive at school for 45 minute interview and final
enrolment check Interview will be discussion of enrolment, welcome by
class teacher, Best Start testing and any concerns
Monday 3th February Children and parents go straight to appointed classroom
and begin the day by 9.00am School dismissal time will be at 2.40pm (20 mins early)
for the first few weeks Kindergarten information night – early Term 1
What will children do on What will children do on the first day?the first day?
Unpack their bags.Be greeted by an older buddy and settle
into a class activity, e.g. reading, drawing, playing.
Farewell their parents who are invited to morning tea in the staffroom.
School tour for familiarisation.Become familiar with recess and lunch
procedures (with help from buddies).Listen to stories, play games, sing
songs.
What to expect in the first What to expect in the first few weeksfew weeks
TirednessNot all food is eaten Help them at first in morningOlder students to help in first few
daysLeave ASAP
How can I help prepare my How can I help prepare my child?child?
Develop routines at home, e.g. bed times.Read together regularly (including dads). Play family games to develop turn taking and
sharing.Talk positively about school (before attending). Help them to visualise themselves at school.Help them to feel positive and self confident.Practise using lunch boxes, caring for
belongings.LABEL EVERYTHING!
Helping my child 2Helping my child 2Learn to recognise and write their name.Visit the school and be involved in transition
program.Have immunisation certificate up-to-date.Help develop independence:
- unpack – bags, shopping, - dress themselves- use toilet independently
Talk about school – highlight the positives of the day.
What will Kindergarten do at What will Kindergarten do at school?school?
In PE children will:
develop fitness and coordination
learn new skillsparticipate in
enjoyable and active programs
What will Kindergarten learn What will Kindergarten learn at school?at school?
Morning session- children will learn to:
listen carefully take turns speak confidently to
classmates speak confidently
about a chosen subject learn how to be a
happy member of the class
what happens “today”
What will Kindergarten learn What will Kindergarten learn at school?at school?
In English children will: learn letter sounds recognise wordsbegin reading simple
bookscomplete simple
homework, e.g. reading
practice writing and drawing
play literacy games
What will Kindergarten learn What will Kindergarten learn at school?at school?
In Maths children will: learn through
playing maths games
use maths booklets read books
incorporating maths concepts
write numerals and count
Use Mathletics
What will Kindergarten learn at What will Kindergarten learn at school?school?
In Creative Arts:Lots of songs and
dances; assembly performances
PaintingDrawingMaking lots of special
things, e.g. presents for mum/dad, puppets
Special assemblies for parents to attend
Dance & drama lessons
Social Skills – PALSSocial Skills – PALS(Playing and Learning to (Playing and Learning to Socialise)Socialise)Greeting each
otherTaking turnsTaking turns at
playSharingAsking for help
Identifying feelings
EmpathyOvercoming fear
and anxietyManaging
frustrationCalming down Speaking up
PBEL – Positive Behaviour PBEL – Positive Behaviour Engaging LearningEngaging Learning
At Thornleigh West we expect Respect,
Responsibility and Achievement
Reward System
Assembly awards
Free and FrequentBlueys, greenies, orangies or other classroom awards
Intermittent10 Blueys, greenies or orangies = bronze, silver or gold certificate
1st School Medal and bronze badge2nd School Medal and silver badge3rd School Medal and gold badge(medal is only handed out once)
Aussie of the Month (linked to values we teach)
““Buddies” at Thornleigh West Buddies” at Thornleigh West Public SchoolPublic School
Students from older grades are sensitive and reliable “buddies”.
Buddies meet children during transition.
Buddies greet children on their first day.
Buddies support Kindergarten for first few weeks.
10 Tips for Children Starting 10 Tips for Children Starting Kindergarten (DET)Kindergarten (DET)
1. Provide information about child’s immunisation status
2. Learn the names of important people at school
3. Give all the necessary information to the school esp. medical and special needs
4. Complete Emergency Contact Cards with all numbers
5. Make the school aware of any special family circumstances
6. Establish routines with your children and stick to them
7. Make sure your child is road and travel safe
8. Become aware of school activities – develop a positive relationship with the school
9. Educate your child about stranger danger
10. Label all equipment and clothing
Dates for 2013 + 2014Dates for 2013 + 2014Orientation Dates – for children- Friday 25th October 10.00am – 11.15- Friday 1st November 10.00am – 11.15- Friday 8th November 10.00am – 11.152014- “Tea and Tissues” – Monday 3rd
February 9.00am, Staffroom (TBC)- Kindergarten Parent / Teacher night –
Week 3 Term 1 (TBC)
White ‘Goodies’ FolderWhite ‘Goodies’ Folder School information booklet School Behaviour Management Plan (p8-15) Working with children check. P&C information booklet Infectious diseases leaflet Kindergarten requirements – chair bag – good quality
products please. (glue and wind up crayons) Pencil grip + Foundation script Uniform Shop information Child safety handbook Getting ready for school booklet.