Welcome to Prep at Ormiston College.
We are excited to meet all our new Prep students on their first day. There are some things to do to prepare, and information to read, which we have outlined below.
Prep Transition Program
The Prep Transition Program will assist your child in their transition to ‘Big School’. This program will run for four weeks commencing on Monday 21 October 2024. Your child can attend on either Mondays or Thursdays each week. Sessions will run from 9.45am to 10.45am.
Welcome to Prep Morning
The Welcome to Prep Morning will be held on Wednesday 20 November 2024 from 8.45am to 11.05am. All students commencing Prep in 2025, as well as their parents, are invited to join us for a fun-filled morning, where you will gain further insight into what your child can look forward to next year. An Information Session and Morning Tea for parents will also form part of this morning. Full details will be provided to eligible families by email.
Please complete the following checklist:
1. Organise Uniforms
For your convenience and to avoid excessive wait times, a uniform fitting appointment is required for new students.
View current Ormiston College Uniform prices
If you have any questions regarding uniforms or appointment times, please contact our Uniform Shop Convenor, Trudi Steyger at uniformshop@ormistoncollege.com.au
Please note:
- Blazers must not be worn in the Junior School.
- Boys’ hair must be a traditional College cut. Under-cuts, gel or wax are not permitted.
- Girls’ hair exceeding shoulder length must be neatly tied back in a single ponytail or plait, secured with black or brown elastic and finished with maroon ribbon or scrunchie. Coloured hair bands are not permitted.
Read more about Uniform Expectations in Junior School here.
2. Complete Medical Form
Please complete your Medical Details Form and return to the College Registrar.
3. Order Stationery
You will need to purchase your child's Prep stationery pack from MK Educational Supplies. Your order will be delivered directly to your child's classroom. Please note that this stationery for Prep students is not required to be named or wrapped.
Online ordering instructions and information relating to delivery is detailed here.
4. Complete forms
Review information relating to Outside of School Hours Care and Co-Curricular programs (Music, Drama, Gymnastics, Swimming and Tennis) and complete registration forms where applicable. These can be found at the bottom of this page.
Prep Information Booklet
Please download the Prep Information Booklet, which covers a range of information about your child's first year at Ormiston College.
WE WELCOME YOU TO THE ORMISTON COLLEGE COMMUNITY, AND LOOK FORWARD TO GETTING TO KNOW YOU AND YOUR CHILD.
Outside of School Hours Care
An OSHC and Vacation Care Program is offered for Ormiston College students. Students commencing at Ormiston College in Prep in 2025 may attend Vacation Care from January 2025. Please visit our OSHC page for more information, and complete the necessary forms.
Drama
Drama at Ormiston College
Private or group co-curricular drama is offered to interested students. The drama students have the opportunity to enter eisteddfods and participate in accredited drama examinations. Various productions and presentations are also held throughout the year.
Drama Tuition Enrolment Form and Schedule of Fees for 2025 will be made available from November 2024.
Music
Music at Ormiston College
Ormiston College encourages all students to acquire a lifelong love of music. Specialist music teachers inspire and equip students to become the best musicians they can be.
In doing this, music becomes a highly valued component of their lives both at school and beyond the classroom and, as a consequence, students develop skills in the areas of socialisation, self-expression and creativity, critical and subjective thinking, concentration and self-discipline. We believe the pursuit of excellence in music to be an essential part of a holistic and integrated education for all students.
Co-Curricular Music
If you sing or learn a musical instrument, we would be delighted to welcome you into our Co-curricular Music Ensembles. We offer a choir for every age group, bands, string ensembles, jazz bands and guitar ensembles. If you are interested in finding out more information about our offerings, please contact music@ormistoncollege.com.au
Music Tuition Program
Ormiston College provides a comprehensive and expansive Music Tuition Program. The College’s Music Tuition Program has long had a reputation for producing outstanding results and engaging students as lifelong musicians.
Music Forms
Music Tuition Enrolment Form and Schedule of Fees for 2025 will be made available from November 2024.
Swim Academy
Ormiston College Swim Academy
The Ormiston College Swim Academy is where our students, parents, staff and members of the public come together to enjoy swimming in an inclusive, positive and friendly environment. Everyone is welcome, from OC students and their families to members of the general public!
Tennis
Tennis at Ormiston College
Synergy Tennis offers a Tennis Program at Ormiston College to create a pathway from Prep to Year 12. This Private Coaching Program provides a link for students who wish to improve their individual skills throughout the year, complementing the team coaching provided at TAS and Junior TAS levels.
Ormiston College Tennis Program Enrolment Form and Program Information for 2025 will be made available from November 2024.
Tumble Bees Gymnastics (Prep to Year 6)
Ormiston College Tumble Bees Gymnastics Program
External specialist gymnastics coaches from Industrie One Australia coordinate the Tumble Bees Gymnastics Club at Ormiston College. The Mini Gym program for children in Pre-Prep, Prep and Year 1 focuses on the development of coordination and confidence. Children are introduced to the basics of gymnastics (jumping, landing, rolling, spacial awareness) in a fun and encouraging environment.
Ormiston College Tumble Bees Enrolment Form and Information for 2025 will be made available from November 2024.
For more information regarding the Ormiston College Tumble Bees Gymnastics Program, please contact Head Coach Pip Mainwaring on 0417 717 487 or email octumblebees@gmail.com.