School Readiness Program
At Mini Mates Dural, our School Readiness Program is designed to help children make a confident and capable transition into their first year of primary school.
With a focus on child care school readiness, we support each child in developing the social, emotional, cognitive and practical skills they need to thrive in a more structured learning environment.
Why Choose Our School Readiness Program?
Our comprehensive approach focuses on building strong foundations for lifelong health and wellbeing
Independence
Encourages self-help skills and responsibility.
Focus
Develops attention span and listening skills for the classroom.
Literacy
Introduces early reading and writing foundations.
Routine
Familiarizes children with structure and daily schedules.
Preparing for a Confident Start
Starting school is a major milestone, and the right preparation can make all the difference. Our school readiness program is tailored to help children build independence, emotional resilience and essential early literacy and numeracy skills.
Through fun, play-based learning experiences, we create a strong foundation that supports every child’s smooth transition to ‘big school’.
Focused on the Whole Child
School readiness is about more than just academic ability—it’s about fostering self-regulation, confidence and problem-solving. We support children in learning how to follow routines, manage their belongings, listen to instructions and work both independently and in groups. These skills are essential for a successful start to school and form a key part of our program.
Building Literacy, Numeracy and Social Skills
Children are introduced to early concepts in reading, writing and mathematics through hands-on experiences and guided activities. Equally important, we support social development through group work, role play and opportunities to practice communication and collaboration—key components of effective child care school readiness.
Supportive Learning Environment
At Mini Mates, we offer a warm, inclusive environment where children feel secure and empowered to learn. With both indoor and outdoor spaces designed for exploration, creativity and calm transitions, children are able to build the confidence they need before starting school. Learn more about our facilities and learning approach on the Our Centre
Give Your Child the Best Start
If you're looking for a school readiness program in a nurturing and high-quality childcare setting, Mini Mates Dural is the perfect place to begin. We’re proud to guide and support children through this important stage, equipping them with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for school—and beyond.