Early Learning Centre Induction Information
Welcome to the Walford community. We are thrilled your child will be joining us in the ELC.
We know that starting a new learning journey is an exciting milestone for both students and families, and we're here to make the transition as smooth as possible.
This page will guide you through each step of the onboarding process, from completing enrolment requirements and accessing key information to preparing for your child’s first day. Follow the steps below to ensure you have everything you need to begin your Walford journey with confidence.
Communication Platforms
To help you stay connected with your child's learning and school life, Walford uses several communication platforms that provide important information and updates throughout the year.
Walford App
The Walford App is the main source of news and notices during the year. We kindly request that you download it via your device's App Store and search for Walford App.
MyWalford
MyWalford is the hub for school information, communications, reports and more. Enrolling parents or caregivers will have their own MyWalford account.
To access the account, you will need to use the details provided in your onboarding email, which you will receive in mid-January. Please use this link to assist you with logging in.
On your first login you will be prompted to create your own password and setup Multi-Factor Authentication. Please note that until your child commences there will be limited details visible on your MyWalford account.
Support: If you have any problems with setting up your account, please contact our IT Department.
Seesaw
Seesaw is a platform used by ELC - Year 3 classes to communicate learning experiences with families. Your child's class teacher will provide you with more information including a unique class code for your child.
ELC Uniform Requirements
Students from early learning to Year 2 enjoy the benefits of a play-based uniform designed to support them in their diverse and engaging activities.
We encourage every new student to make an appointment at the School Shop to view the all-seasons wardrobe, in which students select from a capsule collection of interchangeable items.
School Shop
The Walford School Shop stocks the full range of uniform items required by students across all year levels. Future purchases can be made instore or online.
Immunisations
In South Australia, to enrol in or attend an Early Learning Centre, your child must be fully vaccinated according to the National Immunisation Program schedule, be on an approved catch-up program, or have an approved medical or public health exemption.
Please email your child’s immunisation record to our enrolments team prior to your child’s first day.
Bright Bites
To support our families with the busyness of daily life, we have developed the Bright Bites food program.
Bright Bites is a cost-effective, opt-in service that provides nutritious, child-friendly meals to our ELC children on a four-week rotating menu.
Orders can be made through the Flexischools App using your child’s ID number to activate their account.
Transition
Meet our Director
As part of our enrolment process you will have the opportunity to meet with our ELC Director, Mrs Ali Blake.
Ali will make contact with you to arrange a meeting to discuss the following:
- Transition visits
- Xplor platform and registration
- Medical information
ELC Transition Visits
Wednesday 25 November
- Adamson Room (3-year-old program)
9.00am - 10.15am
Parents are encouraged to stay - Dowie Room (4-year-old program)
9.00am - 10.15am
Wednesday 2 December
- Adamson Room (3-year-old program)
9.00am - 10.15am - Dowie Room (4-year-old program)
9.00am - 10.15am
Important Dates
ELC Parent Information Session
Wednesday 18 November 2026
4.00pm – 4.45pm
Adamson Room & Junior School Library
Coffee Morning
Wednesday 2 December 2026
9.15am – 10:00am
Parents are invited to stay for a ‘Deja Brew’ coffee in the Heart of Walford to meet with other new families.
First Day of ELC
Thursday 28 January 2027
PTA Welcome Drinks & Parent Engagement Evening
Wednesday 3 February 2027
5.30pm – 7.15pm
Heart of Walford
