St Stephen's Preschool

St Stephen's Preschool has been a cornerstone of the local community for over 50 years, established in 1972 as part of the Christian ministry of St Stephen's Anglican Church. Our preschool is proudly rated 'Exceeding' under the National Quality Standards, reflecting our commitment to excellence in early childhood education. We operate within a Christian environment that values high-quality interactions between children, staff, and families, with child-to-staff ratios significantly above regulatory requirements. Our team includes university-trained Early Childhood Teachers, diploma and certificate-qualified educators, and an Inclusion Support Team comprising a Special Education Teacher and Social Worker. We prioritise the holistic development of each childspiritual, physical, emotional, social, and cognitivewhile fostering a sense of belonging, being, and becoming.

As a community-based, not-for-profit organisation, our Board of Management is elected annually and includes church members and preschool families. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land, the Darug and Guringai people, and integrate cultural respect into our practices. Our learning framework, guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), prepares children for school and lifelong learning through play-based, structured, and intentional learning opportunities. We offer fee reductions for eligible families and provide regular in-person tours for prospective parents.