The benefits of kindergarten

Going to kindergarten is an important step for you, and your child. Kindergarten provides children with life skills and opportunities to be successful in all developmental areas, setting a strong foundation for their educational journey.

Kindergarten provides experiences for children to grow and develop through play and interaction. It also allows children to become confident learners in a safe and supported environment, providing a framework of belonging, being and becoming.

Kindergarten expands children’s knowledge and connection of themselves, family,culture, their environment and the broader community.

Kindergarten programs are designed to expand your child’s development in key areas.

Children have a strong sense of identity by becoming independent, and are provided with opportunities to explore their feelings and relationships with others.
Children are connected with, and contribute, to their world, by learning about their environment, cultures and heritage of others.
Children have a strong sense of wellbeing by being involved in physical activity, learning practice and resilience and being provided with opportunities to strengthen decision-making skills.
Children are confident and involved learners where they are challenged and inspired to investigate and explore.
Children are effective communicators where children are immersed and involved in language with a range of contexts and materials.

Kindergarten provides families with access to: