Kindergarten 2027
Starting school is a big step for children and families. Our school runs orientation sessions and parent information sessions to help your child feel ready for Kindergarten and to support you as parents and carers.
Read the Getting ready for primary school guide for detailed tips and checklists.
Kindergarten orientation and information sessions
Our orientation sessions help children:
- meet teachers and classmates
- explore classrooms and playgrounds
- practise simple routines
Parents and carers join information sessions to learn about daily schedules, uniforms, curriculum and communication.
Upcoming Parent Information Sessions:
Attend ONE session:
Where: NKPS Hall
- Tuesday 4 August, 2026 - 9:30 - 10:30am
- Wednesday 5 August, 2026 - 6:00 - 7:00pm
Kindergarten Orientation Program
Session 1: Monday 2 November or Wednesday 4 November, 2026.
Session 2: Monday 9 November or Wednesday 11 November, 2026.
Session 3: Monday 16 November or Wednesday 18 November, 2026.
Students will be assigned sessions.
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.
At North Kellyville we have developed a school readiness checklist to be used as a guide to help families as much as possible. You may use this guide to help you to determine areas in which your child might need additional practice before school begins. Children are not expected to be masters of everything on the list.
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 and human society and its environment. Learning through play also supports social, emotional and academic growth.
Daily routines
Children learn routines such as morning arrival, recess 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.
