Get Your Child Ready to go to School in Australia
According to the EYLF (Early Years Learning Framework)—followed by around 98% of childcare and preschool centres—children should be supported and encouraged so starting school is a positive experience.
- Your child needs support and encouragement to make starting school a positive experience.
Kindergarten teachers say the most important attributes are:
- Good language and listening skills
- A positive attitude
- Social confidence
- The ability to focus on one activity for a period of time
- Participation in high-quality early childhood education
The Early Years Learning Framework: Five Outcomes
Outcome 1:
- Your child develops a strong sense of identity—feeling safe, supported, and ready to explore as they learn.
Outcome 2:
- Your child is connected to and contributes to their world—moving confidently between settings and building relationships.
Outcome 3:
- Your child has a strong sense of wellbeing—experiencing pride and success, and discussing emotions with trusted people, including feelings about starting school.
Outcome 4:
- Your child is a confident and involved learner—linking preschool experiences with school, and transferring knowledge between settings.
Outcome 5:
- Your child is an effective communicator—using verbal and non-verbal skills, and building early literacy and numeracy to express ideas and understand their world.
Be Very Careful What You Purchase for School Readiness
If you’re buying resources from Australian shops or online, make sure they use the correct handwriting style for your State or Territory. We can assure you that at least 95% are wrong. Read more about this here.
We encourage you to explore our School Readiness Kits. We offer a 100% money-back guarantee that your child will be learning the right handwriting style.
If you’d like any help along the way, we’re available by phone and email. Please feel free to contact us for help.
