2025-26 Prep Transition Program

2025-26 Prep Transition Program Welcoming Our Newest Little Learners Nurturing hearts. Inspiring minds. Serving Community.

We are delighted to welcome you and your child to the Peace Lutheran College community. Our Prep Transition Program is designed to make the step into “big school” smooth, enjoyable, and confidence-building — for both children and parents — as we begin this exciting educational journey together.

Program Overview When: Wednesdays 8:45am for a 9.00am start. Sessions aim to finish by 10:15 am Where: Prep Classrooms, enter via Harley Street, behind the Kindy Session Dates Wednesday 22nd October Wednesday 29th October Wednesday 5th November Wednesday 12th November Wednesday 19th November Important Information Registration: Please complete the online form (link provided in your email) to confirm which sessions you will attend.

Peace Kindergarten Families: If your child attends Peace Kindergarten on Wednesdays, staff will escort them directly to Prep, - no need to collect them. Parents can head straight to the Prep classrooms for check-in.

What to Bring: A hat and water bottle each week. Children are encouraged to wear their special “Peace Big School” t-shirt, which you will receive in the coming week via post - a little surprise!

If you are still finalising your enrolment with us, we will have a shirt for your child on the first day of transition.

What to Expect Week 1 – Together Time Parents and children enjoy a relaxed morning in the classroom with our Prep teachers.

Weeks 2–5 – Growing Independence Children join their teachers for classroom activities, learning step by step what it means to be a Peace Prep student.

Parents are guided to their own information sessions nearby.

Parent Information Sessions Include Helping your child learn to read Health & wellbeing tips for school life Supporting motor skills development Navigating school systems, uniforms and next steps.

A Smooth Start for Every Child We know starting school can feel like a big step, for children and parents alike. Our caring staff are here to support your family every step of the way.

If you have questions at any stage, please reach out to: Laura Robinson Deputy Principal, Primary School (07) 4039 9000 lrobinson@plc.qld.edu.au

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