Starting school is a significant milestone for every child and it is important to have a smooth beginning to this journey. The transition from Kindergarten and Daycare to school must be well managed to ensure a successful beginning to your child’s formal education. Mother of Good Counsel staff do everything they can to help Prep students and their families feel at home during the process of enrolment and commencing Prep.
The Preparatory Year (Prep) program is for students who turn five by June 30 in the year they start school.
Starting Age
Prep is the first compulsory year of school and provides the foundation for your child’s education. It is a full-time program held in primary schools. Children attend Monday-Friday for the full school day. The Preparatory Year (Prep) program is for children who turn five by June 30 in the year they start school.
| Birth date | Eligible for Prep Year in |
|---|---|
| Child born 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021 | 2026 |
| Child born 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022 | 2027 |
| Child born 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023 | 2028 |
| Child born 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024 | 2029 |
| Child born 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025 | 2030 |
Variations involving the early or delayed entry into either Prep can have lasting consequences for a child’s future academic, social, emotional and psychological well-being, and thus requires careful consideration.
Early entry, if approved, should occur at natural entry points such as the start of the school year.
If you have questions or concerns about your child’s readiness for Prep, speak with your child’s Kindergarten teacher and the school Principal.
Enrolment of Students in Catholic Schools
