Enrolment process

Age Requirements for Starting Reception

Children turning 5 before 1 May:
Children who turn five before 1 May can start Reception in Term 1 of that year.

Children turning 5 between 1 May and 31 October:
Children with birthdays in this period may choose to begin Reception in Term 3 (mid-year intake).

Children turning 5 after 31 October:
Children who turn five after 31 October will start Reception in the following year.

Visit the school enrolment section on the department’s website for more information.

Apply to enrol

You can apply for either the start of the year (Intake 1) or mid-year (Intake 2) through this process. Submit an enrolment request form by 30 June, available from our front office.

You will need to provide:

  • A copy of your child’s original birth certificate or passport

  • Proof of address (two documents), such as a utility bill and either a lease agreement or a council rates notice

  • A residency visa (if you are not an Australian resident)

  • Copies of any family law or other relevant court orders

  • A Health Care Plan (for asthma, anaphylaxis, or other medical conditions)

Offers of enrolment

When our school makes an offer of enrolment, the process generally includes the following steps:

Notification
Families are informed of the offer, typically via a formal email.

Acceptance
Families must accept the offer by the specified deadline, either by contacting the front office or replying by email.

Transition
The school provides transition sessions to support new students in settling into their learning environment.

Mid-year intake

Eligibility:
Children who turn four between 1 May and 31 October can begin school in Term 3 of that same year (second intake).

Reception Duration:
Students who start Reception mid-year will complete a total of six terms.

Enrolment Process:
Parents are required to submit a registration of interest form by the end of Term 1.
Offers for mid-year enrolment are issued and confirmed during Term 2 of that year.

Transition visits

Transition visits are an important step in preparing children to start school. They give children the chance to become familiar with the school environment, meet teachers, and interact with future classmates, helping to ease the move from home or early learning settings into school life.

Key aspects of transition visits include:

Transition Sessions
You will receive a letter with details about your scheduled transition visits. These sessions allow children and parents to visit the school, explore the facilities, and learn about daily routines.

Classroom Visits
Children may spend time in a classroom, taking part in activities similar to those they will experience once they begin school.

Meet and Greet
Opportunities to meet teachers, staff, and other students help children feel more comfortable and excited about starting school.

Parent Information Sessions
Schools often run sessions for parents to share information about expectations, the curriculum, and ways to support their child’s transition.