In preparation for your daughter’s transition into St Catherine’s Junior School, our orientation program provides students with an environment whereby they develop a sense of connectedness and belonging prior to commencing.

Prep Orientation Program

Commencing Prep signifies a time of growth and tremendous possibilities, a time to seize every opportunity. In preparation for your daughter’s transition into St Catherine’s Junior School, our Orientation Program aims to provide a seamless transition for your daughter that delivers a progressive learning experience fostering their education, growth and creativity.

March – April 2025 Prep Interviews with Head of Junior School
Friday 29 August 2025 Morning Tea with the Principal & Head of Junior School 9.00-10.00am
Friday 17 October 2025 Prep Orientation Day 9.00-10.15am
Friday 24 October 2025 Prep Orientation Day 9.00-10.15am
Friday 31 October 2025 Prep Orientation Day 9.00-10.15am
Tuesday 11 November 2025 Prep to Year 6 Parent Information Evening 6.00 – 7.30pm
Thursday 29 January 2026 Prep Information Session – Students & Parents – 9.00am – 10.00am
Friday 30 January 2026 Term 1 commences (half day finish)

Years 1 to 6 Orientation Program

Upcoming Orientation dates
Friday 29 August 2025 Morning Tea with the Principal & Head of Junior School 9.00-10.00am
Tuesday 28 October 2025 Years 1 – 6 Orientation session ‘A Day in the Classroom’ 9.00-11.00am
Tuesday 11 November 2025 Prep to Year 6 Parent Information Evening 6.00 – 7.30pm
Wednesday 12 November 2025 Year 1 – 6 Transition Day – Your Passport to St Catherine’s 9.00-11.00am
Friday 28 November 2025 Years 1 – 6 Transition to classroom 12.45-3.00pm
Friday 30 January 2026 Term 1 commences