CCGS World Edition
Head of Preparatory School
Published on: 5 November 2026
- ELC transitions
- Fundraising initiatives
- House Swimming Carnival
The Early Learning Community (ELC) focuses on the years from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2 where we work towards creating a strong foundation from which to build each boy’s education. Explicit teaching instruction is reinforced through play-based activities, developing academic and social-emotional skills in a fun, engaging and relevant environment. Transitions within this Phase of Learning play an important role in ensuring boys are prepared for learning experiences to come. Pre Primary boys start eating their lunches near the Year 1 classes and are provided opportunities to play in the playground with the older boys. Specialist teachers within the phase are consistent, allowing boys to foster positive relationships that are safe and secure. Information sessions for existing and new parents allow them to ask questions, meet Year 1 teachers and establish relationships, ensuring the partnership between home and School is positive and supportive. All boys within the ELC are provided a story book specific to their new level, that orientates them with staff, routines of the day and learning opportunities to expect.
Part of the House program in the Preparatory School is generating an awareness for those less fortunate than us and raising funds or goods. This year we have raised money for the World’s Greatest Shave for the Leukaemia Foundation (Karda), held a lap-a-thon for All Stars for Autism (Wardung), and donated goods for families in need through Ronald McDonald House (Kearla). This term, boys are asked to bring in unwanted sports equipment for Fair Game, an organisation whose vision is for an equitable, healthier and sustainable Australia. Yonga House are getting behind this program, and boys are able to donate unused sports equipment to the bins located in Manjar Square. If you would like to learn more about this initiative, please click here.
Next Monday, 9 November, the Pre-Primary to Year 2 students will participate in their Swimming Carnival. The event commences at 9.00am. The Years 3 to 6 House Swimming Carnival takes place Tuesday 10 November commencing at 8.30am. As one of the last House events for the year, boys will be eager to try their best to earn valuable House points to see which House will be awarded the Giles Shield. We encourage all boys to try their best and cheer on their fellow House members. This event follows on from the swimming lessons that boys have undertaken in the pool through the beginning of Term 4.
Dr. Steven Males
Head of Preparatory School