The first day of Kindergarten is often one of mixed emotions. Archdiocesan Catholic schools warmly welcomed new Kindergarten students and their families to school, marking this important milestone with a day of celebration and fun activities.

At Lumen Christi Catholic College, Pambula Beach, Kindergarten students and their families gathered in the morning for a special welcoming assembly. Parents then joined their children in their new classroom for activities such as colouring in and story time.

Lulu the therapy dog was on hand to calm any nerves and in no time, the students settled into their new routine.

Kindergarten teacher, Miss Chester, said she was excited about the year ahead and was looking forward to watching her new students flourish.

At Rosary Primary School, Watson, staff welcomed students, new and continuing, for another year of learning and discovery. Kindergarten students settled into their new classrooms, colouring in special crowns to mark their first day of school

“There was a happy hum buzzing across the school on the first day,” said Principal Vicki van der Sanden. “I wish all our students every success and much happiness and hope all our families will enjoy being a part of the Rosary community this year,” she said.

At St Joseph’s Primary School, Adelong, new Kindergarten students were welcomed to their classroom by their fellow students in Year 1. Together they read stories and drew pictures of things they liked.

Kirsty Beaven, Principal at St Joseph’s commended the Kindergarten students on how well they had settled into school.