Settling in at ACG Sunderland
If your family is new to our community, ACG Sunderland offers an excellent orientation programme at all school levels to help you and your child settle comfortably into school life.
Settling in at Preschool
The settling process for your child at our Early Learning School will be discussed at your initial interview with the Preschool Manager. A minimum of two transition visits is expected before your child starts so they can get to know the teachers and the environment. On your child’s first day at our Early Learning School, we recommend you allow time to settle your child and to familiarise yourself with Preschool procedures. On arrival at the Preschool, you will be met by a member of the teaching team, who will assist you with where to put your child’s things and how to sign in and out each day.
Each child in the Preschool is allocated a ‘Primary Caregiver’ or ‘Key Teacher’ for the purpose of providing a safe, secure introduction to the Centre. Our morning programme is structured to allow time for this settling process. We plan a settling time between 8:30am and 9:00am. We ask that by 9:00am everyone is in and settled ready for our morning meeting which marks the start of our Early Learning School day. We appreciate everyone’s support in making meeting times as free of interruptions as possible.
Your child’s first day at Preschool is exciting for them, however, for many children, it is the first experience of care outside the family home. We encourage all parents to discuss with the Preschool Manager the most suitable settling-in programme for your child. Your child is welcome to bring a favourite cuddly toy to support them in the settling process.
Buddy System
All new students at ACG Sunderland are buddied up with a classmate. This means they will have an instant friend to look after them from day 1 and someone to play with in the playground. The buddy will introduce the new student to other peers and explain how our school works.
Tutor Meetings
Our Primary staff contact all parents in their classroom or tutor group before the start of each year to hold tutor meetings. This is a 10 to 15-minute meeting where goals are set for their child and any concerns or issues are discussed. All staff contact new parents within a couple of weeks of starting at ACG Sunderland to ensure the transition proceeds smoothly.
Transition to Primary Information Sessions
Children beginning in our New Entrant classes and their parents are invited to attend our Transition to Primary information sessions one afternoon after school. Here they can meet Year 1 teachers and find out what happens in the classroom. A few weeks before the children start, they are invited to visit their class for a few hours each day and see what it feels like to start school. This is an exciting time for the children and the class, learning what school is all about.
Introducing College Staff to Primary Students
This allows the current Primary students to become more familiar with how the College works and expectations for the following year. Year 6 students meet the College staff during morning tea time in Term 4. This provides an opportunity for them to put a face to a name and hear about the exciting programmes awaiting them in College.
Admissions
Our admissions process is simple and easy. Best of all, our team will guide you each step of the way.
School Fees
A great education for your child is worth investing in. We are proud to offer a top-quality education for all our pupils from Early Learning to College.
Visit Us
We will help you decide whether ACG Sunderland is the right fit for you and your family, with one of our guided tours or Open Days.
Contact Us Today
At ACG Sunderland, we do everything in our power to ensure each child is welcomed and cared for from their very first day. Learn more about our unique orientation initiatives by contacting us.