Our
Preschool
A Newcastle Preschool nurturing children
Our preschool is located on the grounds of Macquarie College and caters for children in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter Valley. We provide a caring and stimulating program encouraging children’s learning in both a nature-based and play-based environment, offering a holistic approach to education.
Our College values each child’s uniqueness and nurtures future growth by embracing the individual, acknowledging strengths and areas of interest, developing respectful interactions and positive guidance, supporting ongoing learning and inclusive programs, and promoting self-help skills, confidence, resilience and teamwork.
Early
learning
Connect
Our program is a living, evolving, collaborative process incorporating the voices and ideas of children, families, educators, visitors, early childhood theorists, sector pedagogy and research.
We value partnerships with families and promote a positive and strong link between home and preschool, respecting and encouraging family and community input and involvement.
Play
We provide a caring and stimulating program encouraging children’s learning in a nature-based and play-based environment, supporting individual interests and needs.
Our learning environment is designed in a way that encourages children to collaborate and explore ideas, embrace challenges and assess risks, appreciate beauty and diversity, and welcome curiosity.
Transition
Through regular and meaningful connections with Macquarie College Junior School, we assist preschoolers’ transition to school.
Our small group learning experiences focus on developing self-help skills and recognising the needs of oneself and others. We also introduce students to literacy, numeracy and science, and encourage an enthusiasm for learning.
