Page 4501 - Week 12 - Thursday, 26 October 2017
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need extra support to ensure that their kids make the best start in preschool. Drawn from both the Education and Community Services directorates, team members include a child and family worker, two preschool teachers, a speech therapist, a physiotherapist and an occupational therapist.
This multi-disciplinary approach helps children build their understanding and confidence to start school through directly experiencing an early childhood program, whilst parents and carers receive practical advice on how they can support a smooth transition for their children to preschool.
Following a trial last year, the prep for pre program was found to increase families’ understanding of preschool; reduce parents and carers’ concerns about their children’s readiness; and equip parents and carers to make better decisions about starting preschool, amongst other benefits.
Most importantly, the program links parents and carers to appropriate early intervention services, assists therapists to identify possible developmental concerns in a preschool setting, and aligns with the broader goal of ensuring that Canberrans can receive better support when it matters.
I will be attending a final prep for pre session in November. It will be great to hear of the progress kids and families have made through the program. Prep for pre and On My First Day are just two ways the ACT government makes a challenging time for kids, parents and carers easier. To all members of the Assembly and the Canberra community: happy Children’s Week.
Question resolved in the affirmative.
The Assembly adjourned at 4.59 pm until Tuesday, 31 October 2017 at 10 am.
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