Welcome to the 2021 School Year. We are delighted to be welcoming so many new students and their families into our Kildare College community. We are looking forward to sharing your daughter’s learning journey with you as we work together to support her into becoming a strong, confident and independent young woman ready to take on the challenges of our world.
The new school year is an emotional time for all students. They feel excitement about meeting new people, reconnecting with friends and engaging in new learning experiences. While we have had an enjoyable and busy start to our school year there are times when students may feel nervous, apprehensive and unsure. These feelings are probably felt more readily by our new students. It is important to remember that these feelings are normal and to be expected.
To help make this transition process as smooth as possible, there are many things we can do to work in partnership with each other.
These can include:
Another opportunity for parents to connect with each other will be provided through our Middle Years Coffee Morning on Friday 19 February at Café Va Bene. More information will be forwarded to you soon.
If you would like more information about supporting your daughter through her transition into secondary school, please feel free to contact her Pastoral Care teacher, House Leader or me. You can also find some excellent resources on the Australian Parenting Website, specific information on transitioning into high school can be found at
https://raisingchildren.net.au/pre-teens/school-education/school-choosing-starting-moving/starting-secondary-school.
Kim Thomas
Middle Years Coordinator
