Our preschool
Elizabeth Park Preschool
At Elizabeth Park Preschool, we embrace holistic approaches to learning and development, recognising the whole child, their individual strengths, wealth of knowledge, desire for learning, and anticipation to be seen and appreciated for who they are and what they bring. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment, that values diversity and difference, empowering children, families, and educators to grow together over time. We recognise that children with high levels of wellbeing and a sense of security are ready to learn and engage with others. By cultivating a nurturing environment, we aim to inspire a lifelong love of learning and support children to become confident, compassionate, and well-rounded individuals who are active citizens.
Session Times
Families can enrol their child into either Group A or Group B sessions:
Group A
- Monday and Tuesday 8.40am to 2.50pm
- Wednesday morning 8.40am to 11.20am
Group B
- Wednesday afternoon 12.10pm to 2.50pm
- Thursday and Friday 8.40am to 2.50pm
Curriculum
We are committed to providing a quality teaching and learning programme based on the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) which is a National Curriculum document for children from birth to school transition. The Early Years Learning Framework describes childhood as a time of Belonging, Being and Becoming.
Belonging is the basis for living a fulfilling life. Children feel they belong because of the relationships they have with their family, community, culture and place.
Being is about living here and now. Childhood is a special time in life and children need time to just ‘be’- time to play, try new things and have fun.
Becoming is about the learning and development that young children experience. Children start to form their sense of identity from birth, which shapes who they are as they grow. Educators, in partnership with children and families, design learning with specific goals for each child and group of children, within a play based environment
When your child can start preschool
Your child is entitled to access 4 terms (1 year) of government preschool in the year before they start school.
Children who turn 4 years old:
- before 1 May, can start preschool at the beginning of the year
- between 1 May to 31 October, can start preschool in term 3 (mid-year intake)
- after 31 October, can start preschool at the start of the following year.
Regardless of whether your child starts at the beginning of the year, or through a mid-year intake they will attend 4 terms of preschool.
Aboriginal children and children who are or have been in care are eligible for 15 hours of preschool a week after they turn 3, continuing until they start school.
If you’re unsure about the best time for your child to start preschool or feel your child may benefit from starting preschool later, talk to us about your options.
Universal 3-year-old preschool will be rolled out in government preschools in stages from 2026 to 2032.
Universal 3-year-old preschool will be available at our preschool from 2029
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Enrolling your child
You can register your interest to enrol your child with us by using the preschool registration of interest form (PDF 173 KB) . You can also contact us for a paper form.
Priority will be given to children living in our catchment area. If you don’t live in our catchment area you should indicate at least 2 other preschool options on your form.
Please find attached the link to find your local school or preschool Find your local school or preschool.
If we can give your child a place with us we’ll send you an offer letter in term 3. (Or Term 1 for children due to start preschool mid-year). You can accept the offer by filling in and sending back the acceptance slip by the due date.
Families must provide proof of age (passport or birth certificate) and immunisation status as per department policy.
For more information see immunisation requirements for early childhood services.
Fees
We ask you to contribute towards the cost of your child attending preschool.
The parent contribution is $75 per term ($300 per year).
Volunteering
If you’d like to volunteer with us, we’d love to hear from you. See volunteering in schools, preschools and children’s centres and have a chat to us about how you can get involved.
We invite you to join the governing council, which meets twice a term to make sure the preschool runs smoothly. Read through what a governing council does and speak to us to register your interest.
Preschool policies and reports
You can find these on our preschool policies and reports page.
