At Whitsunday Christian College, the journey to Prep begins with Whitsunday Christian College's Get Ready for Prep Program—play-based mornings that spark curiosity, build early connections, and create a warm first experience of school. Through these sessions, children grow familiar with the school environment, develop early social skills, and become eager to learn.
In Term 4, the focus shifts to Prep Transition—a series of Thursday morning sessions from 9.00 to 10.30am designed especially for enrolled 2026 Prep students. These mornings mark an important step in the transition from informal play to a more structured program. Children explore their future classrooms, become familiar with the layout and resources, and practise daily routines such as carpet time, group rotations, and learning segments, transitioning from one activity to the next.
Through small group activities, students develop independence while strengthening fine motor skills, building phonemic awareness, and growing number sense. They also form friendships, connect with their teachers and teacher aides, and grow in confidence navigating the classroom without direct parent involvement.
The term program concludes with a special Orientation Morning, where each child receives a cuddly Prep teddy to bring on their first day, along with a personalised umbrella for their first rainy season. These treasured keepsakes remind them they are ready to begin their schooling journey with confidence and joy.
Come and discover the difference—where we thrive as a community in a nurturing and connected environment, giving your child the confident start they deserve.
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