Our Preschool

 Welcome

 

Welcome to St. Nics’ Christian Preschool

Our preschool is a not-for-profit Christian preschool that has a deep care for every child as an individual, a passion for helping children grow into the child they were made to be as a global citizen, with a strong sense of community for our families beyond the classroom.

We have a heart for our community, our children, and our God.

On this page, you’ll find all the essential info you need to know about St. Nics’ Christian Preschool, and you can find out more about our story and our educational programs.

Contact us to ask a question or book a tour. We’d love to meet you!

We are a preschool with heart.

Essential information

 
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We’re a not-for-profit Christian preschool with Long Day Care hours for children 2-5 years old, a block from Coogee Beach.

 
 
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Our dedicated long-term staff collaborate, and have ongoing professional training to make children comfortable giving you peace of mind.

 
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We operate from 7.30am - 6pm Monday to Friday, 49 weeks a year. No fees on public holidays or for Christmas-New Year break.

 
 
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We love our community, and take regular excursions to the beach, Koojay Corroboree, participate in Clean Up Australia, and our church.

 
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Prepared fresh on-site by our SNCP chef, are delicious and nutritious meals, with herbs from our own garden.

 
 
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Parents keep up with their child’s daily adventures by reading updates and stories with photos and videos, and news on our OWNA app.

Enriching learning environments

With two stunning naturally light-filled purpose-built classrooms, children learn in a variety of enriching environments, including a home corner and library, and areas for creative arts, construction, small-world play and group time.

Children aged 2-3 years old love joining the Smartie Room every day. In this easy-access classroom, children engage in a play-based education program that provides developmentally appropriate activities for learning along foundational social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills.

Children aged 3-5 years old are part of the Cookie Room, located in our upstairs space. They engage in exciting and innovative programs that prepare them for the rest of their educational lives. In this room, play-based inquiry continues as preschoolers transition to primary school.

Our bright, multi-tactile outdoor space is the perfect environment for children to play and learn. The area has a sandpit, riverbed, grass and soft-fall, plus a garden brimming with native plants to care for and taste, and a bamboo tunnel, shaded space, cubby house and slide.

 

 A well-rounded philosophy

Our philosophy is at the heart of the teaching and learning that takes place at St Nics’ Christian Preschool. Get a taste of our thinking below, or to find out more, contact us.

  • Children

    We seek to cultivate a strong sense of Belonging for all children by creating a nurturing and safe environment where respectful connections are promoted between our families, educators, and community.

    We believe each child is uniquely designed by God, each with their own identity, knowledge, understandings, capabilities, skills and relationships, all of which change rapidly as children grow and as they continue Becoming the person God designed them to be.

  • Families

    Families are a child’s first and most influential teacher, and are an integral part of a child’s learning journey. We listen to and learn with families and engage in shared decision-making, planning and assessment practices.

    We value family contributions and involvement in our program, knowing they have a wealth of knowledge, culture and expertise to share with our community and each other.

  • Curriculum

    With a play-based learning program based on the outcomes of the Early Years Learning Framework, each child’s learning and development is enhanced through a variety of enriching and challenging learning experiences.

    Aligning with The National Quality Standard each child’s current knowledge, strengths, ideas, culture, abilities and interests form the foundation of our educational program.

  • Community and Environment

    We work to build positive and meaningful relationships with our local community and engage in collaborative partnerships with St Nicolas’ Anglican Church.

    All children benefit from exploring and connecting with God's creation. We explore our environmental responsibilities to gain a deeper understanding and respect for our resources, the environment and for sustainable practices.

  • Our Staff

    Our staff are experienced, professional and diverse, and reflect the Christian values of our preschool.

    Prioritising ongoing professional development, our staff continue to grow as educators and work to ensure that our service operates in line with the National Quality Standards, as well as other relevant regulations.

“Start children off on the way they should go and even when they are old they will not turn from it.”
Proverbs 22:6