Why Community Preschool?

When you choose a community based preschool you are selecting one that: 

• is run by the community for the community; 

• is not-for-profit with all fees directly benefiting your child's education; 

• strives to keep fees affordable for families; 

• employs qualified early childhood teachers; 

• operates with small group sizes with professional, experienced and well trained educators. 

• provides a safe and well-resourced educational setting for children and a caring and nurturing environment; 

• welcomes parent participation and strives to build strong partnerships between families, staff and local community. 

• encourages ongoing professional development for all staff; 

The overall benefits of a quality early childhood education setting for your child helps them to develop in the following ways: 

• building intellectual skills and a love of learning. 

• improving language and communication skills. 

• developing social and emotional maturity and the ability to relate effectively and positively with peers and adults. 

• working towards development of social play skills, co-operative play and conflict resolution. 

• encouraging independence, self-esteem and self-confidence. 

• provision of endless opportunities to explore the world around them and their own creativity through music, arts, crafts and drama. 

• learning great habits for life such as healthy eating, the importance of physical activity and developing a positive outlook on life.