School Ready Program
Empowering Young Learners for a Bright Future!
At the Mini Macs School Ready Program, we believe a smooth transition into school is essential for your child's wellbeing and future success. Our unique program focuses on developing vital social skills, fostering relationships, and establishing a strong foundation in numeracy and literacy. With just 15 spots available, your child will receive personalised attention in a safe environment that promotes wellbeing and belonging, while also helping them become accustomed to school routines.
Launching for children eligible for 2025 Term 3 starts and beyond!
Open to all children regardless of enrolment at Catherine McAuley. However, if you do enrol your child at Catherine McAuley School, you'll receive $100 credit on your fees!
Is your child ready for school but not quite old enough? Eager to provide your child with a strong foundation? Select your child's commencement date below and click to book.
Semester 2
For Reception Term 3 2025 commencements
Session 1 – 7/3/25
Session 2 – 14/3/25
Session 3 – 21/3/25
Session 4 – 28/3/25
Session 5 – 4/4/25
Session 6 – 2/5/25
Session 7 – 9/5/25
Session 8 – 16/5/25
Session 9 – 23/5/25
Session 10 – 30/5/25
Our regular Small Mercies transition program then starts from Friday 6th June.
Semester 1
For Reception Term 1 2026 commencements
Session 1 – 15/8/25
Session 2 – 22/8/25
Session 3 – 29/8/25
Session 4 – 5/9/25
Session 5 – 12/9/25
Session 6 – 19/9/25
Session 7 – 17/10/25
Session 8 – 24/10/25
Session 9 – 31/10/25
Session 10 – 7/11/25
Our regular Small Mercies transition program then starts from Friday 14th November.
Why Choose Mini Macs?
- Smooth Transition: We understand that a seamless entry into school is crucial for your child's wellbeing and future success.
- Social Skills Development: Our program emphasises building relationships and effective communication.
- Safe & Nurturing Environment: We create a supportive space where children feel a sense of belonging.
- Foundational Learning: We lay the groundwork in literacy and numeracy to set your child up for academic success.
- Getting Ready for School: Your child will learn the routines and expectations of school life.
Program Details
- Limited Availability: Only 15 spots available for personalised attention.
- Session Schedule: 10 sessions each semester on Fridays from 8:50am-11:30am.
- Semester 1: For children eligible for a school start in Term 1
- Semester 2: For children eligible for a school start in Term 3
- Cost: $250, which includes all 10 sessions, resources and a Mini Macs T-shirt.
- Open Enrolment - Available to all children regardless of enrolment.
- If your child enrols at Catherine McAuley School, you'll receive $100 credit on your fees!
Routines & Structured Activities
- Welcome Prayer & Singing
- Literacy & Numeracy Lessons
- Fruit Break
- Story Time
- Specialist Lessons
- Play & Crafts
What to bring in a backpack
- Labelled Hat
- Labelled Drink Bottle
- Healthy Snack
- Recess
- Change of clothes in case
- Wear your Mini Macs T-shirt provided