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Foundation

This page provides a glimpse into the Foundation grades at OLHC. 
See below for curriculum information, recent events and a slideshow of pictures

Letter to Foundation parents

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​For all the Foundation beginning of the year information, staff faces and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) go here:

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Curriculum Map 2021

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The following attachment is a curriculum overview for 2021 that maps out the focus for each area of study. For more specific information, parents are encouraged to speak directly to their child's classroom teacher.

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Our Foundation Team

Unit Watch - Term 1
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Safety First

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​Central Idea: We all have the right to feel safe and happy
Lines of Inquiry
- The people in our community that  keep us safe
- The things we can do ourselves to stay safe
- The unsafe things in our home, school and community
                   

Foundation
​Unit of Inquiry Hotlist of Websites 2021

The following websites are listed to assist students, teachers and parents with the various units of inquiry we explore at OLHC. This is not an exhaustive list, but merely a starting point for discovery.
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Term 1- ​Safety First
http://www.juniorcitizen.org.uk/kids/ looks at ways to keep safe
http://www.safekids.org/home-safety-educators Home Safety
http://www.wikihow.com/Keep-Your-Children-Safe
http://www.homesafetygame.com/teacherspage.htm
http://www.e-learningforkids.org/science/grade/1/
http://bit.ly/2lxyZGh studyladder
http://www.brainpopjr.com/health/besafe/ brainpop
http://bit.ly/1nsBUbB ​safety signs
http://www.kidsafe.com.au/
http://www.helpkeepkidssafe.org/pt/pt
http://bit.ly/2mjPxPo
http://bit.ly/2lEjtbX -stop look listen
http://bit.ly/2mk6xVK-home safety


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Other useful sites

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
  • http://bit.ly/2riNtuR  Caritas curriculum links
  • http://www.caritas.org.au/learn/catholic-social-teaching  Catholic Social Teaching
  • http://www.caritas.org.au/learn/catholic-social-teaching/educational-toolkit  Educational Toolkit
Integrated Studies, the arts, research, videos and images
  • http://www.pics4learning.com/ -Pics4Learning - image library that is safe and free for education. 
  • http://www.photosforclass.com/ -Photos for use in the classroom
  • ​http://www.coolaustralia.org/​ Cool Australia 
  • http://bit.ly/2pzWQ7Y- ARTSEDGE Lessons for Elementary School (Grades K-5)
  • http://www.kiddle.co/  Safe visual search engine for kids
  • http://www.watchknowlearn.org/ Free educational videos
  • splash.abc.net.au/home#!/home ABC -games & videos mapped to the curriculum
  • http://gws.ala.org/ _ great websites for kids- across all areas of study and ages.
  • http://www.studyladder.com.au/    Studyladder- range of educational activities
  • http://www.dkfindout.com/uk/  -DK series- find out about...
  • http://www.learninggamesforkids.com/ Educational games for building foundation math and language skills
Mathematics
  • http://bit.ly/2E3a7ge​ MATHS Glossary for parents and children
  • https://au.ixl.com/signin/olhc      IXL Maths 
  • http://www.transum.org/Software/   Wide range of math activities
  • http://bit.ly/1OxeRx6 -Create a graph- ICT tool for data collection
  • https://www.khanacademy.org/  -Khan Academy online mathematical tutorials for all learners
English
  • http://www.readwritethink.org/ READ WRITE THINK -a wide range of literacy support materials
  • http://www.sunshineonline.com.au/  reading material -un:olhcw pw:olhcw
  • http://www.uniteforliteracy.com/ - a wide range of easy to read books for junior classes
  • http://www.magickeys.com/books/ stories online
  • http://bit.ly/2m68lWw  100 stories online​
  • http://www.spellingcity.com/ Spelling City
Science
  • http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/  Science activities and resources
  • https://mysteryscience.com/  science lessons - all levels
  • http://easyscienceforkids.com/science facts and activities for young kids.
  • http://bbc.in/1jC6PpQ  BBC science for children- search by age group​
Information Technology 
  • http://www.abcya.com/  ICT games and activities for children
  • http://www.e-learningforkids.org/ E Learning for kids
  • http://bit.ly/1OxeRx6 -Create a graph- ICT tool for data collection
  • http://bit.ly/1h246k8 Keyboarding skills and games
  • http://bit.ly/1awrCys create your own Venn diagram

Home reading- help for parents

Please find attached documents that assist parents when reading with their child.
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genre_definitions_(1).docx
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how_to_support_a_child_when_they_are_reading.docx
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LEARNING THROUGH PLAY
At OLHC we have set up a room for creative play. It is complete with a "kitchen, a teaching area, dress ups, sand play, a shop, a bedroom, a farm space, puppets and an office." These interactive areas will change and evolve.
Some assumptions underlying the play-based approach to learning
  •  Children construct their knowledge in a predictable sequence.
  • Their interests and natural curiosity motivate learning.
  • They learn through: social interaction; experimentation and manipulation; constructive error; and play.

Trips, events and key dates

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  • School Information
    • Contact us >
      • Staff
    • School Leaders 2021
    • Contextual Statement
    • Vision and Mission
    • Annual report to school community
    • School Logo
    • Uniform
    • School Times and Dates
    • OLHC Learner Profile
  • Curriculum
    • Curriculum support >
      • Literacy Pro
    • Units of Inquiry- Term 1 - 2021
    • Foundation
    • Grade 1
    • Grade 2
    • Grade 3
    • Grade 4
    • Grade 5
    • Grade 6
    • Mathematics
    • Physical Education & Sport
    • The Arts >
      • Performing Arts
      • Visual Arts
    • Digital Technologies
  • Calendar
    • Current events at OLHC
    • Websites & Readings for OLHC Parents
    • Kid's Corner
  • Welcome from Fr. Lawrie
    • Parish
  • School & Parish - Our Community
  • Mini Vinnies
  • Documents
    • SAC Constitution
    • Uniform Price List
    • Administration of Medication Form
    • Child Safety
    • Policies and Procedures
    • Student Medical/Asthma Form
    • Active After School Program Application Form
    • Enrolment Application
    • Prospectus
    • NCCD Consent Form
    • Trainee Applications
  • Employment Opportunities
  • OLHC- Master Plan animation
  • Sustainability @ OLHC
  • Catholic Social teachings @ OLHC
  • Responding to the Royal Commission
  • 50 Anniversary OLHC 1971-2021