Our School
Early Childhood Education
Loreto’s educational journey begins with an optional Pre-Kindergarten program that commences when children turn three years of age. In Pre-Kindergarten the children learn how to play, share and take turns. They develop social connections with friends and have opportunities to explore and develop their creativity. Pre-Kindergarten is offered over two full days.
In our Kindergarten, offered over three full days, we recognise the importance of a happy and secure environment in order for children to have the best learning outcomes. Children are encouraged to build confidence through a variety of individual, small group and whole class experiences.
Pre-Primary, Year One and Year Two embrace the early learning philosophy. The learning continues to be play based in order to nurture exploration, imagination and to instil in the students a joy of learning.
Loreto’s Early Childhood Program Philosophy can be found here.
Parent and Caregiver Resources
The relationship you have with your child’s school and the support you offer their learning is critical to their success. So, just how can you best become a partner on your child’s learning journey?
Why is play important?
What if you were told that there was something you could do every day to help your child learn better, feel better, behave better and grow better? What if you were also told that it would not cost you a cent? Finally, what if you were told that your child’s doctor says it is an essential part of childhood? So, what is the answer? Let the children play!
How to help your child grow up in a digital world
We are raising our children in an age of a generational shift. Earlier this year the Royal Children’s Hospital Child Health Poll in Melbourne revealed that 94 percent of teenagers, 36 percent of primary children, and 36 percent pre-schoolers have their own screen-based device. According to our recent poll, 92 per cent of parents believe that access to smartphones has reduced the time children have for daily physical activity and free outdoor play. This has us very concerned, and working hard to be the catalyst for change in Australian homes and classrooms.
Parental beliefs: Why these matter to your child’s education
All parents want the best for their children. But, have you considered how your values and expectations impact on your child’s educational potential?
Starting School: How can you help your child get ready to make the transition
Starting school is an exciting time for parents and children. Plan for a positive start to school by starting the preparation before they even enter the school gate.
Social and emotional skills: A guide for parents
Social and emotional skills are emerging as the benchmark of a well-rounded childhood. These skills can be taught and improve over time with some positive parent input.
Moving from primary to high school: How to help you child make the transition
Do you remember your first day of high school? The jitters, the excitement, even the sheer terror…. There are ways to help your child adjust so the jump from primary school to high school is not quite such a stark one.
Dr Amy Graham, a Research Fellow from the Gonski Institute for Education, explains the findings of the Growing Up Digital Australia report and provides practical advice to establishing healthy digital habits for our children.
