Prep 2026 Transition Program

Starting school is a big step in a child’s life. We believe a seamless transition from pre-school to prep is important to establish a positive start to school life. For that reason, we have designed a transition program that is spread out across the year. It is a great way for our incoming preps to get to know the school, our teachers and to make new friends before starting their first day of school in 2026.

COME & PLAY

These hours are for your child and you to get to know our school and their future classmates.

  • Tuesday 27 May 9:30-10:30am
  • Wednesday 25 June 9:30-10:30am
  • Wednesday 6 Aug 9:30-10:30am
  • Tuesday 2 Sept 9:30-10:30am
  • Tuesday 14 Oct 9:30-10:30am


FORMAL PREP ORIENTATION

Your child will spend the morning in class, with their teachers for 2026. It is important that your child takes part in these three formal orientation sessions. Please let us know if your child is unable to attend.

  • Tuesday 28 October 9.00-11.00am
  • Tuesday 11 November 9.00-11.00am
    • Spartan pop up shop will be at school from 10:00-11:00am for preps to fit the school uniform
  • Tuesday 18 November 9.00-11.00am
    • This morning the preps will meet their Y6 buddy
       

ADDITIONAL DATES

  • Monday 17 November 7.00pm - Prep Parent Night
  • Friday 21 November 9.00-10.00am - P-2 & Prep 2025 Welcome Mass

 

What our parents & students say

"St Columba's is known as the little school with the big heart and you notice that when you first arrive. Every teacher and every student knows your child by name. They offer bespoke learning experiences for children to enjoy while at school." 

Parent of Year 4 Student