Foundation 

Transition into Primary School - Foundation

At Araluen Primary School, we believe in the power of routines and balanced learning experiences to support the emotional and interpersonal growth of our young learners as they transition to Foundation.

Routines provide a comforting framework for our students, helping them feel secure and confident in their daily activities. From the morning routine to storytime before home, our consistent schedule fosters a sense of stability, allowing children to focus on their learning and build important life skills like responsibility and time management.

As we introduce more structured learning, we do so gradually, ensuring that our children feel supported and engaged every step of the way. While literacy and numeracy lessons are important, we also prioritise hands-on activities and play-based learning opportunities. Whether it's building with blocks in the classroom or exploring nature in our outdoor space, every experience is a chance for our students to discover, create, and learn in a meaningful way.

Through this balanced approach, our small school environment provides a nurturing setting where children can develop not only academically but also socially and emotionally. By fostering a sense of community and encouraging collaboration, we empower our students to grow into confident and compassionate individuals, ready to embrace the opportunities that lie ahead.

Transition into Primary School - Foundation Addition Support Class

A gentle, personalised start for children who need it

Our Foundation (with an additional support program) is designed for students who may benefit from a more flexible and developmentally paced introduction to school. Students need to be turning 5 by April 30th, 2027, to qualify.

Ideal for children who may need:

• Additional support with transition to school

• More time to develop social confidence

• A slower introduction to structured learning

• Support with communication, regulation, or independence

• School aged but not quite school ready

• Going to benefit from a heavily supported year of learning to accelerate their progress.

Program features:

• Individualised learning approach

• Increased focus on play-based and developmental learning

• Flexible routines and gradual transitions

• Small group support

• Strong emphasis on wellbeing and belonging

Complete an Expression of Interest Form for the ‘Foundation Additional Support Class.’

• The Expressions of Interest close at the end of Term 2 (June 26th) to allow the school time to coordinate plans for 2027 and offer placements in this particular class.

• Positions for the Foundation with additional support class will then be offered at the beginning of Term 3 (July).

• The Foundation Additional Support Class will be capped at 18.

Don't hesitate to get in touch with our office at 5144 2111 or click here to register