Business Details
45 Years
experience
Trusted Early Childhood Education in Albury
Thurgoona Pre-School has been dedicated to providing nurturing early childhood education since 1981. Our team of qualified educators specialises in play-based learning, guided by the Early Years Learning Framework to foster each child's unique development. We prioritise natural environments that encourage exploration, sustainability awareness, and hands-on discovery. Our partnerships with families and local institutions like Thurgoona Public School ensure a holistic approach to early education. With a 2019 ACECQA rating of Exceeding National Quality Standards, we maintain rigorous educational and care benchmarks. Our two-unit facility accommodates up to 50 children daily, operating under strict educator-to-child ratios.We actively engage the community through collaborative programs with organisations like Bunnings Albury and Coles Land Care. Our inclusive practices support children with additional needs through targeted funding and specialist partnerships. The Management Committee, comprising parent volunteers, ensures transparent governance and continuous improvement. With over four decades of service, we remain committed to evolving with contemporary early childhood research while maintaining our core values of belonging, being, and becoming.
Services
Preschool Programs
Enrolment Services
Community Partnerships
Child Care Services
Educational Resources
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Experienced educators with Bachelor/Diploma qualifications maintain 1:10 staff ratios
- Natural playgrounds with vegetable gardens and sustainability features
- Established partnerships with local schools and community organisations
- Flexible payment plans and fee subsidies for eligible families
- Inclusive programs supporting children with additional needs
Associations and certifications
- ACECQA
Services
Preschool Programs
Our ACECQA-accredited programs follow the National Early Years Learning Framework, focusing on play-based education that develops literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Qualified educators create individualised learning plans while maintaining 1:10 staff ratios. Natural environments and community partnerships enhance learning through sustainability projects and school transition programs.
Enrolment Services
We manage enrolments through a waiting list system starting from a child's first birthday. The process includes preference confirmations in July and formal offers in Term 3. Our clerical team assists with payment plans, immunisation records, and documentation requirements. Sibling applications require separate waiting list registrations.
Community Partnerships
Our programs integrate community resources through partnerships with Thurgoona Public School, Bunnings Albury, and local health services. These collaborations enable initiatives like the Hungry Caterpillar sensory garden, Responsible Pet Ownership Program visits, and the Statewide Eyesight Preschooler Screening Program participation.
Educational Resources
We utilise natural environments and upcycled materials to create engaging learning spaces. Resources include water tanks for sustainability education, vegetable gardens for hands-on science, and art supplies from community donations. The preschool maintains indoor/outdoor play areas with equipment meeting current safety standards.
Child Care Services
Our licensed facility cares for up to 50 children daily across two units. Services include structured learning sessions, mealtime support, and health and safety monitoring. Educators implement individualised care plans for children with additional needs while maintaining compliance with NSW Department of Education regulations.
Questions
What age range does Thurgoona Preschool cater for?
We provide preschool education for children aged 3 to 5 years, preparing them for school transition through our ACECQA-accredited program.
How do I enrol my child at Thurgoona Preschool?
Start by completing a waiting list application form via our website or office. Formal enrolment occurs after offers are sent in Term 3, requiring immunisation records and a $50 non-refundable levy.
Are there fee subsidies available?
Yes, families with a Low Income Health Care Card or Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander children may qualify for fee subsidies. Contact us for current pricing structures.
What happens during preschool holidays?
Our programs follow the standard school term calendar. Fees are not charged during non-term periods when the preschool is closed.
How does the preschool support children with additional needs?
We access government funding to provide extra educators and specialist resources. Our team collaborates with therapists and support agencies to implement individualised learning plans.
Reviews (1)
Dane Smith
Jul 14, 2020
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This pre school costs more than others in the area and provides a below standard early education compared to other preschools. Their unwillingness to discuss issues and listen to concerned parents that aren't on the "committee" was worrying. Our child so far has had more progression back in a daycare than here. Highly recommended that you investigate other preschools and options before going here.
