Preschool
Preschool program
Times
Your child can attend preschool for up to 15 hours per week.
Group 1
Monday – 8.00am to 3.30pm
Tuesday – 8.00am to 3.30pm
Group 2
Wednesday – 8.00am to 3.30pm
Thursday – 8.00am to 3.30pm
What to bring
Children need to bring these items each day:
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- bag that is easy for your child to open, close and carry
- Vale Park Preschool hat or broad-brimmed hat without chin straps, in terms 1, 3 and 4
- drink bottle with water only
- lunch box with a healthy lunch
- snacks for morning tea, such as fresh fruit, vegetables or dried fruit
- spare clothes in case of accidents or getting wet while playing.
Please write your child’s name on all their belongings.
What not to bring
Children should not bring these things:
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- food containing nuts (some children have allergies that can be dangerous)
- unhealthy food or drink (lollies, chocolate, chips, fizzy drinks)
- toys from home.
Our Early Years Learning
At Vale Park Preschool, we believe families are integral to their child’s learning journey. Strong relationships between educators, children, and families are essential to supporting each child’s growth and development. We work collaboratively to celebrate progress and nurture each child’s unique strengths.
Our early years curriculum is based on a play-based approach within a nurturing environment, where exploration, discovery and learning through play are embedded in our daily experiences. Children are encouraged to investigate, ask questions, and make sense of the world around them—including enjoying rich experiences in our wonderful nature garden and gathering together for special campfire experiences.
Our program fosters the development of children’s literacy and numeracy skills, as well as key learning dispositions such as curiosity, confidence, cooperation, resilience, and problem-solving. Through these experiences, children develop a strong foundation for ongoing learning and successful transition to school.