Prep is the first year
of school as it provides the foundation for your child’s educational journey.
It is compulsory for Queensland children to undertake Prep prior to Year 1. Information about how to prepare for the entolment process can be found here:
Prep Checklist
A child must be 5 years
of age by 30 June in the year they enrol in Prep. To
determine when your child can commence their Prep year, use the prep ready reckoner calculator or alternatively you can contact us to assist you with enrolment
enquiries.
Enrolling your child in
Prep next year?
Prep enrolment applications can be lodged at the office from the first
day of Term 2 in the year before the child’s prep year.
Enrolment Procedure
Complete an enrolment form and collect an enrolment package from the office Gather proof of residency and any other required documentation (includes birth certificate)
Provide the completed enrolment and proof of residency documentation in person to the office
Await contact from the school regarding an enrolment meeting (meetings will be conducted early in Term 4)
Parents or legal
guardians are informed that an enrolment meeting will only be conducted
following the receipt of all enrolment documentation (includes birth
certificate).
Out-of-catchment
students applying for enrolment in Prep are placed on a waiting list, assessed
in order of receipt once all enrolment documentation is provided to the
Principal’s satisfaction.
Get Set for Prep at Waterford West State School
Waterford West State
School recognises that if your child has a successful transition to school,
it's much more likely that he or she will have success at school.
Waterford West State
School provide a comprehension, supportive and inclusive Prep transition program that aims
to:
Provide continuity of learning for your child as they move into their first year of schooling
Grow your child’s confidence as they become familiar and interact with our friendly staff, learning environments and peers
Allow our staff to build a relationship with you and your child
The Prep transition program commences in Semester 2. Parents and carers
are asked to leave contact details at the office if they wish to receive
information about the Prep transition program.
