In Foundation class at Little Koala, children will now reach the foundation year as they begin their new chapter into primary education. There will be importance placed on academics as children continue to develop their understanding of literacy and numeracy as well as explore new learning areas including Humanities and Social Sciences. Assessments through the year will take place to monitor the academic development of children and balanced with the encouragement of critical thinking through teacher-child led discussions.

In Year 1 at Little Koala, children will now begin their primary level of education. There will be key focus on academics as children further develop their understanding of literacy, numeracy and the sciences. Children are encouraged to express themselves through our diverse program of visual, creative and performing arts. Reading skills are carefully developed and monitored through our PM Reading Level Benchmarks. Oral and Written Assessments take place throughout the year to keep track of children’s development before they make the step up to Year 2.