Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Child Care & Early Education in Castle Hill
Castle Hill Preschool has been dedicated to early childhood education since 1957, offering a nurturing environment where children aged 3-5 thrive through play-based learning. Our team of qualified educators, including university-trained professionals and diploma holders, implement the Early Years Learning Framework to foster curiosity, creativity, and social development. Accredited under the National Quality Standard, we prioritise safety, inclusivity, and environmental awareness, with purpose-built facilities adjacent to Greenup Park. Our flexible daily routines adapt to weather and children's interests, integrating indoor and outdoor activities that promote physical, cognitive, and emotional growth.We maintain strong partnerships with families and local schools to support seamless transitions to primary education, while our Parent Management Committee ensures community-driven governance. Our commitment to 'Learning with Laughter' reflects our philosophy of combining structured programs with spontaneous discovery, all within a culturally respectful setting that acknowledges Darug custodianship of the land.
Services
Preschool Education
Child Care Services
School Readiness Programs
Environmental Education
Cultural Programs
Details
- Year established: 1957
Highlights and features
- We implement the Early Years Learning Framework with qualified educators holding university and diploma qualifications
- Our purpose-built facility adjacent to Greenup Park offers diverse indoor and outdoor learning environments
- We maintain 1:10 educator-to-child ratios with 2-3 educators per classroom
- Our school readiness program includes transition partnerships with local primary schools
- We hold annual community cultural events and environmental awareness initiatives
Associations and certifications
- National Quality Standard
Services
Preschool Education
Our preschool education program follows the Early Years Learning Framework, focusing on Belonging, Being and Becoming. Qualified educators design inquiry-based activities that develop literacy, numeracy, and social skills through play. Children engage in structured group sessions and self-directed exploration across indoor and outdoor environments.
School Readiness Programs
We prepare 4-5 year olds for primary school through targeted readiness programs. These include literacy/numeracy foundations, independence training, and social skills development. Our educators collaborate with local schools to ensure smooth transitions, offering orientation visits and information sharing with families.
Environmental Education
Children explore sustainability through hands-on experiences in our natural outdoor environment. Activities include gardening, recycling programs, and nature-based play that teach ecological awareness. The curriculum incorporates reuse of materials and environmental stewardship practices.
Cultural Programs
Our program acknowledges Darug custodianship through daily acknowledgments and cultural activities. Families share diverse traditions through events and classroom contributions. Educators incorporate Aboriginal perspectives into learning experiences, promoting respect for cultural diversity.
Child Care Services
We provide licensed care for 40 children daily in two classrooms. Services include morning and afternoon care, nutritious meal programs, and supervised play activities. Our 1:10 educator ratio ensures individual attention while maintaining safe, structured routines for preschool-aged children.
Questions
What are your operating hours during school terms?
We operate Monday-Friday from 8:15am-3:45pm during NSW Department of Education school terms. Office hours are 8:00am-3:00pm for administrative matters.
How do I apply for preschool enrollment?
Children can be added to our waiting list from age 2 by completing an application form and paying a $20 fee. Priority is given to children turning 4 before August 1st of their preschool year.
What curriculum do you follow?
Our program is based on the Early Years Learning Framework (V2.0) for Australia, focusing on Belonging, Being and Becoming through play-based learning and inquiry-based projects.
Are you accredited under the National Quality Standard?
Yes, we are assessed against all seven quality areas of the National Quality Standard, including educational programs, health and safety, and governance practices.
What facilities do you offer?
Our purpose-built facility includes two classrooms with vinyl flooring and carpeted areas, accessible bathrooms, and a large outdoor space with soft-fall surfaces, sandpit, bike tracks, and natural play areas.
How do you support cultural diversity?
We acknowledge Darug custodianship daily and incorporate Aboriginal perspectives into our curriculum. Families share cultural traditions through events and classroom activities that celebrate diverse backgrounds.
Reviews (1)
H. C.
Jul 15, 2019
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This preschool is 'the best' preschool I ever have sent my kids to so far. I have 3 kids and my youngest one attends her 2nd yr in here. Teachers are fully committed and devoted to each students and absolutely well organised and prepared for each day. Their high standards reflect their facility and items they use each day. (Unlike to any other centers,) every adults takes full responsibility to children and utilise every minute with children to spend quality time rather than chatting themselves. Communicated with parent effectively and efficiently, teachers put all their effort to raise their individual
