year 7 bridge program
A better start to
secondary school
Starting secondary school is a big step.
The Year 7 Bridge Program at Kinross Wolaroi School gives students a more connected and supported start, creating a smaller learning community within our larger school.
With dedicated Core Teachers, a strong focus on wellbeing and belonging, and learning designed specifically for Year 7, students are supported to build confidence, develop independence and establish strong academic foundations.
Known. Supported. Challenged.
confidence from the very beginning
The move from primary to secondary school brings new subjects, teachers, routines and expectations.
Our Year 7 Bridge Program is designed to help students navigate this transition with confidence.
Students benefit from a smaller, supportive learning community while still enjoying the opportunities, facilities and experiences of the wider Kinross Wolaroi School.
At the heart of the program is the Core Teacher — a teacher who knows students well, teaches key subjects and provides an important point of connection for students and families.
one teacher.
deeper relationships.
Our Core Teachers play a central role in the Year 7 experience.
They:
- Teach key subjects
- Know each student's strengths, needs and progress
- Support students' wellbeing and pastoral needs
- Help develop organisation and learning habits
- Provide a consistent point of contact for families
This continuity helps students feel known, supported and ready to take on new challenges.
learning designed for year 7
The program combines academic growth, wellbeing and pastoral care to support the whole student.
Students develop strong foundations in:
Literacy
Building the reading, writing and communication skills needed across the curriculum.
Numeracy
Developing mathematical confidence, fluency and problem-solving skills.
Scientific thinking
Encouraging curiosity, investigation and evidence-based thinking.
Learning habits
Building organisation, independence, resilience and effective study skills.
A bespoke timetable and learning environment support the specific needs of students making the transition into secondary school.
the benefits for your child
Feel connected
Belong to a smaller learning community while becoming part of the wider Kinross Wolaroi community.
Build confidence
Develop the skills and resilience to navigate the challenges of secondary school.
Learn with purpose
Establish strong academic foundations and effective learning habits.
Grow in independence
Gradually take greater responsibility for learning, organisation and
decision-making.
Be known
Build strong relationships with teachers who understand and support your child.
the benefits for families
Starting secondary school is a transition for families too.
The Year 7 Bridge Program provides:
- A dedicated Core Teacher as a key point of contact
- Consistent communication.
- Teachers who know your child well
- A strong focus on academic progress and wellbeing
Year 7 Bridge Program Information Evening
Join us to learn more about the Year 7 Bridge Program, meet key staff involved in the program and have the opportunity to ask questions.
Date: Monday, 14 September 2026
Time: 6.00 –7.15pm
Location: DPA (Chapel), Kinross Wolaroi
For boarding families unable to attend in person, the session will be recorded and shared following the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Core Teacher?
A dedicated Year 7 teacher who teaches key subjects and provides consistent academic and pastoral support to students and families.
Who is the program for?
All students entering Year 7 at Kinross Wolaroi School, including students progressing from the Junior School and those joining us from other primary schools.
Will students still experience the wider School?
Absolutely. The program creates a smaller learning community within the wider Kinross Wolaroi School, with students continuing to access our full range of academic, sporting, cultural and co-curricular opportunities.
How does the program support wellbeing?
Wellbeing is integrated throughout the Year 7 experience, with students supported to develop confidence, resilience, positive relationships and a strong sense of belonging.
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