Mr Bateman's presentation from the Parent Information Session
This is the presentation given to parents during the school visit on Monday 22 & Friday 26 November 2021. (Includes pick-up and drop-off times and procedures for starting in 2022.)
Activities for you to do with your child to help them prepare for the first day
St John's have prepared resources for you to use with your children to help prepare them for coming to school: - St John's Here I Come Video - click here - St John's Count Down to School Calendar - click here
The NSW Department of Education has a section specifically for Kindergarten starters. Follow the links to access their resources:
- "Daisy's First Day". A book to read together click here - "Daisy's First Day". Colouring Sheets 1 & 2 - click here - "Daisy's First Day". Puzzle - click here
The Essential Toolkit for Parents and Carers
The 'Essential Toolkit" for Parents and Carers has sections on "Top Parenting: Books; Podcasts; Apps; Websites and Self-Care Tips." You can download it here.
Parenting Resources To Prepare for a Successful Start to Kindergarten
- Getting Ready for Primary School - Parent Guideline- clickhere - Tips for developing successful routines for school - click here - A daily routine planner to help your child grow their independence - click here - Learning Every Day Counts - why regular attendance at school counts - click here(Please note, this booklet pre-dates COVID, so please follow the Government and school guidelines on attendance if showing any COVID symptoms)
Parenting Courses at St John's
As our children grow, it is important to develop the parental skills for each developmental stage. We regularly offer the following courses to parents, either as group courses or on a 1:1 training basis. We can run them face-to-face or via zoom. To enquire about upcoming parent courses or to express interest in a one-on-one or small group parent coaching session, email: [email protected]
1-2-3 Magic and Emotion Coaching teaches you strategies to help manage difficult behaviours. It also teaches you how to develop your child's emotional literacy by helping them to take notice of their emotions. This course will run in Term 2, 2022. You can view flyer here
The Circle of Security - Developing Independence - view flyer with booking details here
No More Scaredy Cats - Reducing anxiety & building resilience skills in 2-12 year olds - contact Jeanie McDonnell if you wish to access this course
For any other questions, please contact the school office on [email protected] or 9971 9297.