Starting School
When can I start?
Term 1 – January intake
Children who turn 5 years old before 1 May can start at the beginning of the year.
Term 3 – July intake (mid-year)
Children who turn 5 years old from 1 May to 31 October can commence preschool at the start of term 3.
Children who turn 5 after 31 October start the following year.
Students who start school through a mid-year intake complete 6 terms of reception.
In South Australia, all children must be at school by their sixth birthday.
For further information on Starting school in South Australia
Transition
At Prospect Primary School children normally have three morning transition visits prior to commencing school. An information session for parents is also held. The school will inform parents via email of the exact days and times for transition.