Confident, Curious and Ready for School
School Readiness Program (3–5 Years)
Starting school is a big milestone - for children and families. At Aussie Kindies, we’re here to help make that transition as smooth, supported, and successful as possible.
Our School Readiness Program, designed for children aged 3 to 5 years, helps your child build the confidence, independence, and skills they need to thrive in the classroom and beyond.
It’s the final stage of our exclusive Lifelong Learning Curriculum, supporting your child’s development every step of the way, from their very first day with us through to their very first day of school.
“Children who attend high-quality early childhood education programs are more likely to succeed in school, gain higher qualifications, and enjoy better health and employment outcomes later in life.”
Australian Early Development Census (2021)
Learning Through Projects, Play and Purpose
Our program combines project-based learning with play-based exploration, so your child can discover, ask questions, and learn in ways that feel natural, exciting and fun.
Whether they’re building a cardboard city or exploring how plants grow, your child will:
- Lead their learning through hands-on exploration
- Build independence, responsibility, and resilience
- Work together with peers to solve problems and share ideas
- Develop strong communication, literacy and numeracy skills
Our educators gently guide your child through real-world investigations that help prepare them for the structured learning environment of primary school.
Thoughtful Use of Technology
Technology is part of the modern classroom, and we help your child build early digital skills through carefully selected, educator-led activities.
We use:
- Mathseeds – building numeracy skills through fun games
- Reading Eggs – supporting early reading and vocabulary development
- Creative digital tools – for storytelling, drawing and problem-solving
These activities are always balanced with real-world play, connection, and conversation.
Enrichment Programs That Make Learning Fun
We believe school readiness is about more than just academics. That’s why our program includes enrichment experiences that support your child’s whole development - mind, body and heart.
- Positive Living Skills – building emotional wellbeing, empathy and resilience
- Big Thinkers STEM – exploring science, technology, engineering and maths in hands-on ways
- Aussie Wildlife Champions – encouraging care for nature and environmental awareness
These engaging programs make learning feel exciting and meaningful, and help your child understand their place in the wider world.
Ready for More Than Just the Classroom
Being “school ready” means more than being able to hold a pencil or recognise letters. It means being confident, capable and socially ready too.
By the time your child graduates from our School Readiness Program, they’ll be prepared to:
- Follow instructions and classroom expectations
- Manage their belongings and daily routines
- Work in groups, take turns and share
- Communicate their needs and emotions clearly
- Approach new experiences with confidence and curiosity
We also work with local schools and families to support each child’s unique transition journey.
The Final Stage in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum
Our School Readiness Program is the final step in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum - a journey that begins in the nursery and builds each year to support your child’s growth. By the time they’re ready for school, your child will have developed the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills they need to succeed, not just in Prep, but in life.
A Day in the Life of a Preschooler or Kindergartener at Aussie Kindies
Our Preschool and Kindergarten days combine the structure of a government-funded early education program with the flexibility of long day care.
Your child’s day includes a funded Kindergarten or Preschool program, plus wraparound care covered by the Child Care Subsidy.
Here’s what a typical day might look like:
Your child enjoys all the benefits of a formal Kindergarten or Preschool program, plus the consistency, extended hours, and familiarity of being in one nurturing environment.
Is Your Child Ready for School?
Every child’s journey to school is different, and age cut-offs vary between states. See our guide to learn when your child can start Preschool, Kindergarten or Primary School based on your location.
In Queensland:
- Kindergarten: Children can attend a Government-approved Kindergarten program in the year they turn 4 by June 30.
- Primary School: Children must start Prep (the first year of school) in the year they turn 5 by June 30.
Kindy programs are often delivered in child care settings like ours and follow the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline.
Let’s Get Ready for School Together
✔ Now enrolling for children aged 3–5 years
✔ Government-approved Preschool/Kindergarten programs
✔ Led by qualified early childhood teachers and experienced educators
✔ Daily updates via our secure family app
✔ Enriched with STEM, wellbeing, and environmental learning
We’d love to support your family on this exciting next step.
