BIG SCHOOL FOR LITTLE KIDS

A Transition/ Orientation Program for Children starting Kindergarten

in 2013.

A Transition/ Orientation Program

Aims of the program: To make the transition to school positive

for children and their families. To support children before they start

school. To familiarise children with the school,

teachers, other students and the environment.

To welcome parents and families to Mayfield East Public School.

Big school for little kids- Activities

School readiness activities. Fine Motor Development. Gross Motor/ PE games and activities. Social and Emotional Activities. Literacy and Numeracy Activities. Gardening. Art and Craft. Literacy and Numeracy Activities. Cooking Small group and large group Activities. Music and Movement activities.

Big school for little kids- When and Where?

Commences Friday 20th July, 2012 until Friday 30th November, 2012 (excluding school holidays).

In Kindergarten’s Room, Mayfield East Public School.

From 9:00 am- 11:30 am.

Big school for little kids

Children must wear closed in shoes. Hats must be worn for outdoor activities. Bring a piece of fruit and water for fruit

break. Children must wear appropriate clothing for

all activities. Please label your child’s belongings. Children will receive a certificate of

graduation and report at the end of the program.

Big school for little kids- Daily Program

9:00 am: Welcome 9:15 am: Free play activities. 10:00 am: Fruit Break 10:20 am: Outdoor/ Gross Motor Activities 10:45 am: Story time 11:00 am: Craft activity and free choice

activities. 11:30 am: Home time.

Each week activities will be based on a story or theme.