Our preschool

Our programs

Preschool

• when: Mondays, Tuesdays and odd week Wednesdays
• times: 8.30am to 3.30pm
• children enrolled in preschool can access our school bus service.

Supported play transition program

• when: Monday (during preschool hours)
• for children from age 3 until two terms before they start preschool, this program offers a gentle introduction with half-day sessions, helping children prepare for full-day preschool.

Associated Programs

• Learning Together Playgroup – odd week Wednesdays  – 9.00 to 10.30am
• CCOWS full day childcare – Thursdays in the Preschool

Associated programs

Learning Together Playgroup

• when: odd week Wednesdays
• time: 9.00am to 10.30am
• a fun, social session for children and families to connect and play.

CCOWS full day childcare

• when: Thursdays in the preschool
• providing additional support for families and children.

Our preschool is staffed by a dedicated 0.6 Early Years Teacher, supported by SSO/ECW staff as needed.

Strong school connections

Kangaroo Inn Preschool is an integral part of our school community. We actively participate in school planning and activities, ensuring a smooth transition for children from preschool to primary school. Our Preschool Quality Improvement Plan aligns closely with the KIAS Site Improvement Plan, fostering consistent learning and teaching approaches across the entire school.

Preschool teachers collaborate regularly with the Early Years Teacher and Principal to make sure each child’s learning journey is meaningful. For example, preschool students share their love of books with Reception and Year 1 classes and participate in school events like assemblies. Families are also encouraged to be involved, with preschool representatives serving on the Governing Council.

We value strong connections within our local community. Preschool staff and children work with other local preschools to build friendships and share ideas, enriching the learning experience for everyone. We also collaborate with educators to continually improve teaching practices and support our kids’ development.

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.

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 2027.

Early entry

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 have a child with a disability or additional needs, they might be able to start preschool earlier if there are places available. Talk to us if this applies to you. Early entry to preschool does not guarantee early entry to school.

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.

Try to register your interest by 30 June, but you can do this any time during the year.

If we can give your child a place with us we’ll send you an offer letter in term 3. You can accept the offer by filling in and sending back the acceptance slip by the due date.