As school holidays approach, keep your kids engaged with fun, play-based learning activities. From outdoor adventures in Cronulla to creative crafts at home, discover ways to turn holidays into meaningful learning experiences.

Last week was Child Protection Week, and at Cronulla Preschool, we focused on the vital topic of digital safety for young children. As part of our commitment to supporting families in navigating the online world, we shared resources and guided our children in understanding how to stay safe while exploring the internet. Discover how we engaged with our preschoolers on this important issue and how you can continue the conversation at home with a fantastic resource from the eSafety Commissioner.

Cronulla Preschool’s Beach/Bush Program connects children with nature, encouraging exploration and learning in an outdoor environment. With a focus on building essential skills and fostering a deep connection with the land, this unique program offers an immersive experience that supports children’s holistic development. Family involvement is key to its success, making it a true community effort.

At Cronulla Preschool, we are excited to announce our participation in a new government-supported initiative offering on-site comprehensive health checks for our young learners. This program, part of a broader NSW Government effort, ensures that children are in optimal health before starting school. By providing these checks at our preschool, we make it easier for families to access crucial health assessments, reinforcing our commitment to supporting the well-being and development of every child in our care.

Janene Rox, Teacher-Director at Cronulla Preschool, delivered a passionate speech outside the Fair Work Commission on 5 July, highlighting the need for supported bargaining and fair wages for early childhood educators. Rox emphasised the severe pay disparity between preschool and primary school teachers, calling for immediate action to bridge this gap. 

Janene Rox, Teacher-Director at Cronulla Preschool, delivered a powerful speech at the 2024 ACTU Congress, advocating for pay parity and improved conditions for early childhood educators. Highlighting the 'Unite For Change' campaign, Rox called for urgent action to address pay disparities and staff shortages, urging support for multi-employer agreements to benefit preschools across Australia. The presence of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese underscored the importance of these issues.

At Cronulla Preschool, we embrace play-based learning to cultivate a child's innate curiosity and holistic growth. Our approach integrates natural learning processes with engaging activities to develop motor, artistic, cognitive, social, and emotional skills. We debunk common myths and showcase how play shapes well-rounded, prepared individuals.

Cronulla Preschool is thrilled to announce its recent achievement of the "Exceeding National Quality Standards" rating by ACECQA. This accolade highlights our dedication to delivering top-tier early childhood education. Read on to find out what sets us apart in staff excellence, innovative learning approaches, and child safety.

Last week, Cronulla Preschool hosted a Scholastic Australia Book Fair, an enriching event that sparked the joy of reading among our young learners. While the fair was a hit, it also serves as an excellent segue into a broader discussion: how can reading be integrated into a play-based learning approach? In this blog post, we'll delve into the benefits of making reading a playful experience and offer evidence-based tips for parents.

We've got some great news! We're delighted to announce the renewal of the lease for Cronulla Preschool by the Sutherland Shire Council. We would like to extend our gratitude to the council for their unwavering support in helping us continue our mission of providing quality early childhood education since 1939.