Please note: In Queensland, Prep is a compulsory, full-time program and serves as the first official year of schooling. Children must turn 5 years of age by June 30 in the year they enrol in Prep.
Prep enrolment interviews
Prep enrolment interviews are informal meetings that take place throughout Terms 3 and 4. During these interviews parents / carers will be asked several questions relating to your child and your child will be asked a few questions and encouraged to participate in a few activities. These interviews are a very important way for us to ensure we can best support your child's needs in their transition to school.
Please call the school on 3409 6333 to book an interview time.
At Dunwich State School we run a Pre-Prep program called ‘Ready-Set-Prep’ for future Prep students and their families, to support your child with their transition into school.
Families are encouraged to participate in the 'Ready-Set-Prep' program even if they haven't finalised their enrolment for the following year or are still deciding which primary school your child will attend.
> Child & Family Visit Days
The ‘Ready-Set-Prep’ program includes a number of child and family visit days which run from 9:15am to 10:45am and are scheduled in late Term 3 and early Term 4 (August - September).
On these days we will provide children with activities to familiarise themselves with the teachers, classrooms and routines at Dunwich State School. This is a great opportunity for your child to become more familiar with the school environment and feel supported for the start of next year.
The ‘Ready-Set-Prep’ visit days allow students to feel comfortable in the school setting as well as meeting new friends before their first day of school. The program also provides our staff with an opportunity to learn about your child, their interests, how your child learns and provide positive experiences about school.
> Transition Workshops for Parents / Carers
‘Ready-Set-Prep’ also includes Parent / Carer workshops delivered at school, providing practical hints and tricks to support child readiness for school, coping with changes / transitions, growing independence and resilience, and navigating school avoidance. These workshops run in Term 4 (October - November).
> Collaboration with Stradbroke Early Learning Centre (SELC)
Dunwich State School values our local Kindy program at SELC and the important role it plays in supporting children and families as they transition to Prep. We work closely together through regular communication, shared transition activities, staff visits and school experiences. We work as one team to ensure every child has the best possible start to school.
In terms 3 and 4, you might see some of our school staff at SELC. Come and say hello, we’d love to get to know you and answer any of your questions!