Starting school is a significant event in the life of children and their families. Children can start Kindergarten at the beginning of the school year if they turn 5, on or before 31 July that year. By law, all children must be in compulsory schooling by their 6th birthday. When your child starts school is an individual decision. You may wish to discuss this with your child's preschool teacher, carer, doctor or your local primary school. Our teachers are trained to work with your child regardless of their age or level of development. Children develop at different rates and learn skills in different ways. Your school will respond to the needs, learning styles and rates of progress of individual students. Schools also plan learning experiences based on the skills students bring with them to school.
Strong relationships and information sharing between families, early childhood settings and schools help support a child's successful transition to school. The staff of Crestwood Public School look forward to meeting you and your child, and a long partnership in their education.
Orientation Days
Parent Information Night - Tuesday 17th October 7pm. Further details will be sent to those who have submitted their enrolment.
Orientation days are held towards the end of the year to welcome children starting Kindergarten the following year. This year, orientation days will be held:
Session 1 31st October – 9:15am – 10:45am
Session 2 7th November – 9:15am – 10:45am
Session 3 14th November – 9:15am – 10:45am
To give each child the most positive start to school in 2023, all Kindergarten 2024 children are expected to attend each session unless they are unwell. If your child is unwell on the day of orientation, please contact the school office.
Latest COVID-19 information
The Department of Educatiion regularly provides updated COVID-19 advice for families.