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Prep

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In Prep, children will be:

 

  • Constructing using blocks, collage and manipulative equipment to develop early mathematical concepts and skills.
  • Initiating and participating in dramatic play to build an understanding of the world around them.
  • Drawing and painting to encourage oral language, reading and writing skills.
  • Writing stories and copying signs as part of their play, constructions and art.
  • Playing and investigating independently, in pairs, small groups and as a whole class.
  • Actively making choices about what and how they learn.
  • Investigating and learning how to inquire about topics of interest.
  • Planning collaboratively with the teacher using a plan-do-reflect model.
  • Participating in music and language experiences.

 

These learning experiences will help children to:

 

  • Understand and use language to group, sort and describe objects and to communicate ideas, feelings and needs.
  • Develop early literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Become independent thinkers and problem solvers.
  • Learn how to cooperate with others, and make good choices.
  • Develop physical coordination skills.
  • Listen, respond to and give directions.
  • Become confident at taking risks in their learning.

 

View the School Age Ready Reckoner to find out when your child is eligible to enrol in the Prep year.

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Last reviewed 20 March 2020
Last updated 20 March 2020