Kindy Start
Kindergarten experiences are unique at Northlakes Public School!
For the last 15 years, Northlakes Public School has proudly been the only school on the Central Coast to offer weekly lessons for our preschool students. Parents and children are supported with a smooth and successful transition to the school life.
These engaging lessons are thoughtfully designed by passionate staff and delivered in our current Kindergarten classrooms each week, starting in term 2.
It is a valuable opportunity for students to become familiar with the school environment, build early friendships, and develop confidence before beginning Kindergarten.
Why this program unique and appreciated by parents and students:
- it develops a sense of belonging for both parents and students
- students learn the routines, rules and expectations of ‘big school’
- it provides students and parents with the familiarity of the school environment
- friendships are made with future classmates
- students feel connected and secure in their new environment
- reduces anxiety for both students and parents – includes social stories
- allows educators time to get to know each child's unique needs, interests and skills
- over time it creates comfort for parents to express any concerns they may have regarding their child
Kindergarten 2027 Parent Information Session
- Wednesday 22nd April 2026 (3:00pm - 4:00pm)
Kindy Start Transition Days - Term 4
Please ensure you have completed an online enrolment application to join our upcoming Kindy Start orientation days.
- Wednesday 21st October 2026 (8:30am - 9:30am)
- Wednesday 28th October 2026 (8:30am - 9:30am)
- Wednesday 4th November 2026 (8:30am - 9:30am)
- Wednesday 11th November 2026 (8:30am - 9:30am)
- Wednesday 18th November 2026 (8:30am - 9:30am)
Kindy Start Graduation and Teddy Bear's Picnic
We invite our Kindy Start children and their families to join us as we celebrate everything they have achieved during their transition sessions and give them a special taste of the wonderful year ahead!
- Wednesday 25th November 2026 (8:30am - 10:00am)
“The Kindy start program at Northlakes Public School has been an amazing start to Adam’s schooling journey. The caring teachers and supportive environment not only helped him transition with confidence and settle into new routines but also supported us as parents as we navigated the exciting and sometimes overwhelming start of school life. It’s a program that nurtures children while guiding families every step of the way.” Parent
“The Kindy Start Program was wonderful for our daughter with additional needs to get her ready for starting school. It gave her a chance to be in a classroom environment and familiarise herself with the school in advance. She was exposed to instructions from a current Kindergarten teacher and made friends she took into her first year of school. I really liked that the program ran each week. I would recommend attending the program.” Parent