Public schools with a pre-school
A Department pre-school is an early-childhood service run inside a NSW public school for children in the year before they start Kindergarten. Only a small share of public schools have one, so this list is much shorter than the Kindergarten list.
Who can attend
Children are eligible in the year they turn four, provided they turn four on or before 31 July. Places are limited and priority goes to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from low-income families and children with disability or additional needs, in line with Department policy. Attendance is usually part-time across a set number of days each week, and Department pre-schools are currently fee-free.
What children do
Pre-school sits outside the NESA school curriculum. Programs follow the national Early Years Learning Framework, which emphasises play-based learning, language, social skills and confidence, rather than formal reading and writing. Having the pre-school on the same site makes the move into Kindergarten familiar, but attending a school's pre-school does not by itself guarantee a Kindergarten place there.
Related pages
- Kindergarten: the first year of school, for the year after pre-school.
- Catchment / intake area in the glossary explains which school a child is guaranteed a place at.
- The Department's enrolment page covers how to apply.
105 schools found.
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Alma Public School
Comstock St, Broken Hill NSW 2880
Alma Public School provides a comprehensive educational environment for preschool to Year 6 students in Broken Hill, emphasising inclusivity, cultural engagement, and community support.
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Annandale Public School
25 Johnston St, Annandale NSW 2038
Annandale Public School, established in 1886, is dedicated to providing quality education in an inclusive environment within Sydney's inner west, aiming to develop confident life-long learners through a diverse curriculum.
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Arncliffe West Infants School
Loftus St, Arncliffe NSW 2205
Arncliffe West Infants School offers a nurturing environment for Preschool to Year 2 students, focusing on academic and personal development through inclusive practices and community engagement.
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Ashcroft Public School
4-28 Sheriff St, Ashcroft NSW 2168
Ashcroft Public School is a multicultural school in Ashcroft, Sydney, serving Preschool to Year 6 students with a commitment to inclusive education and community engagement.
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Australia Street Infants School
Australia St, Newtown NSW 2042
Australia Street Infants School in Newtown provides specialist education for children aged 0 to 8 years, fostering a safe and inclusive environment that emphasises lifelong learning and community involvement.
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Banksmeadow Public School
Trevelyan & Wiggins Sts, Botany NSW 2019
Banksmeadow Public School offers a comprehensive education from Preschool to Year 6, focusing on academic, physical, and social development within a supportive community. The school prides itself on inclusivity and provides a wide range of educational programs and specialist opportunities.
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Bankstown South Infants School
Stacey St, Bankstown NSW 2200
Bankstown South Infants School provides a holistic educational experience with a strong emphasis on early learning, student welfare, and community involvement.
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Bass Hill Public School
611 Hume Hwy, Bass Hill NSW 2197
Bass Hill Public School is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning environment that fosters lifelong learners through high-quality education and community engagement.
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Batemans Bay Public School
Mundarra Way, Surfside NSW 2536
Batemans Bay Public School, located in NSW, offers inclusive education for a diverse student population, emphasising respect, responsibility, and kindness in a supportive community.
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Bidwill Public School
45 Bunya Rd, Bidwill NSW 2770
Bidwill Public School in Mt Druitt provides a diverse and inclusive educational environment for preschool to Year 6 students, focusing on personalised learning and community support.