Welcome!
Niina Marni, Marni Naa Pudni!
Are you good? We’re glad you came!
The Hub Preschool is a place of belonging, for everyone to feel safe, to feel they are seen and heard, and to share their ideas and understandings.
We place positive relationships with children at the centre of our work and are responsive to their needs
We nurture children
- to explore and be challenged through an engaging, play-based learning program related to children’s individual interests, thoughts and ideas.
- to develop dispositions of curiosity, collaboration, cooperation, persistence and resilience
- in nature which offers authentic opportunities to build a strong foundation of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) and key areas of literacy, numeracy and the arts.
We welcome and value diversity and the cultural and social contexts of all children and families and work in partnership with them and the community.
Information for Families
Preschool Session Times
Monday 8.45 – 3.00
Tuesday 8.45 – 3.00
Wednesday 9.00 – 11.30
Playgroup
Playgroup is a wonderful opportunity to engage with our preschool community. You will have the chance to meet and connect with new families and explore our space. All welcome!
When: Friday (during term) from 9:00pm to 10:30pm
Who: Families with children aged 0 to 5 years
Where: The Hub Preschool, Aberfoyle Park
Cost: $5 per family per visit or $50 per term
Bring: A water bottle and a snack
Contact: 8270 2595
Before & After Kindy Care
Before and after preschool care is available right next door at Aberfoyle Community Child Care Centre. Please contact the centre about availability. Child care staff will drop children to preschool in the morning and preschool staff will drop them back to the child care centre at the end of the preschool session.
Aberfoyle Hub Primary School provides OSHC at the end of the day and vacation care for preschool children. Our Saviour School provides OSHC at the end of the day. Please contact the schools for details and availability.
“My child loves his preschool and all the things he has asked to do have been brought to fruition. He feels heard and seen. He likes all his teachers and has many friendships.”
~ Family Comment
Enrolment
When can your child 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
- on 1 May to 31 October can start preschool through the mid-year intake at the start of term 3 of that year
- 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 undertake 4 terms of preschool.
If you are not sure 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.
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 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. Being given early entry to preschool does not guarantee early entry to school.
Immunisation
For a child to enrol and continue to attend a preschool, they must meet the immunisation requirements under the South Australian Public Health Act 2011 (SA). A current record showing up to date immunisation for the child must be provided.
Register Your Interest
You can register your interest to enrol your child with us by using the preschool registration of interest form. This form is also available from us.
Please try to register your interest by 30 June for Term 1 intake or October 31 for Term 3 intake, however you can do this any time during the year.
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.
Transition Visits
Your child can attend complimentary transition visits held in the term before they begin preschool. Term 2 or 4. Children are encouraged to attend the visits to get to know other children, educators and the kindergarten learning spaces.
Fees
We ask you to contribute towards the cost of your child attending preschool. The parent contribution is $180 per term which is set by the Governing Council.
Key Policies
“The spaces always look inviting, well thought out for the children and seem to follow the emerging interests of the age group of children in attendance”
~ Family Comment
Plans & Reports
Photo Gallery
“Love the outdoor play area and activities”
~ Family Comment
Contact Us
The Hub Preschool – Aberfoyle Hub
Director: Maddie Merenda
Phone: 08 8270 2595
Email: dl.3601.leaders@schools.sa.edu.au
Address:
36 Taylors Road West, Aberfoyle Park, SA 5159
Education Office: Noarlunga
Partnership: South Valley
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The Hub Preschool - Aberfoyle Hub
36 Taylors Road West, Aberfoyle Park, SA 5159