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Forestville Preschool

UnitingCare

Forestville

Preschool

A warm and vibrant preschool focused on play based learning.

Join us for our Open Day this June!

Our annual Open Day will be held on 21st June 2025. (10am to 1.00pm)  Please join us for a walk through the Preschool classrooms and grounds, meet the teaching staff, engage with the animal farm, enjoy a sausage sizzle and lots more. We can also answer any questions you have then.

SAFETY & WELLBEING

We embrace your child's love of learning...

In a warm and vibrant environment, our children love the seamless indoor and outdoor play. Our preschool provides children with a play-based program, where they can learn, develop and explore through their own interests in play.

Our qualified early childhood educators ensure that every child feels secure, valued, comfortable and connected to those around them.

What makes Forestville Preschool different...

Our Preschool Program

Educational Program

We unlock and nurture your child’s desire to learn, to explore and extend their interests, skills and knowledge. Our preschool program assists children aged 3 to 5 years to prepare for school. Through open-ended play and structured activities, we teach them the skill of learning, while helping them build essential emotional, social and communication skills for life.

Our programs acknowledge the uniqueness of each child and celebrates their strengths, interests, personality and learning styles, and evolve alongside them. By encouraging their creativity and self-expression, we pave the way for ongoing literacy, numeracy, problem-solving and language development.

By creating inviting, interactive spaces, your child will feel secure, comfortable and connected to those around them and more receptive to learning. They’ll also be forming positive, rewarding relationships with both our staff and their peers, enhancing the social and communication skills that will carry them confidently into the future.

Our Preschool Program

Qualified Educators

UnitingCare Forestville Preschool staff team consists of 23 qualified and experienced educators. Our educators bring a wealth of early childhood experience and are committed to providing quality care and education within a safe, secure, learning environment. Our 4 classrooms each have a qualified early childhood teacher and trained Educator delivering the Educational program. Room educators are available at morning drop off and again when collecting your child from the Preschool program at 3.30pm – providing a familiar face and continuity of care.

The Extended Hours Program is delivered by qualified educators that work across all rooms each day to ensure children’s familiarity and a sense of comfort and wellbeing.

(All our staff engage in ongoing professional training and development.)

Our Preschool Program

Extended Hours Program

The extended Hours Program operates from 3.30pm to 5.30pm for children and families requiring longer hours. Children are booked into the Extended Hours Program for a term at a time. Extended Hours staff work within the preschool program during the day. ensuring familiarity and continuity of care for the children and families.

About Us

Get To Know Us

UnitingCare Forestville Preschool is a community based, not for profit preschool providing Quality education for children aged 21/2 to 5 years and their families and has been a part of the community since it opened in 1968. 

UnitingCare Forestville Preschool is fortunate to be set in the grounds adjacent to the Forestville Uniting Church. The large front playgound provides a safe leafy outdoor area encouraging children to explore, engage, interact and extend skills across all developmental areas. Our Outdoor area includes – sandpit, climbing equipment, cubby house, mud kitchen, swings, trampoline, sustainable garden with fruit trees and vegetable patch, worm farms, native bees and so much more.

The preschool is governed by Uniting Early Learning as the Approved Provider and a Management committee made up of current Parents, Church and Community members working with the Director.

Our Latest Blogs

June 10, 2025

Developing Early Literacy Skills at Home and in Preschool

Early literacy skills are the foundation of future learning, and they start long before a child enters school. Both at home and in preschool, there are many ways to nurture and support the development of these skills. Literacy is more than just reading—it includes the ability to understand and use language effectively, whether that means…

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June 10, 2025

10 Questions to Ask During a Preschool Tour

Choosing the right preschool for your child is an important decision, and one of the best ways to ensure you’re making the right choice is by visiting potential schools. A preschool tour allows you to observe the environment, meet the staff, and ask questions that will help you understand whether the preschool is the right…

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June 10, 2025

Preparing Your Child for Their First Day at Preschool

Preparing Your Child for Their First Day at Preschool The first day of preschool is an exciting, yet nerve-wracking moment for both children and parents. For children, it marks the beginning of their educational journey, while for parents, it is a significant milestone in their child’s growth. Preparing your child for this important day can…

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June 10, 2025

The Importance of Play in Preschool for Early Childhood

The Importance of Play in Preschool for Early Childhood Development Play is an essential part of every child’s development, particularly in the preschool years. While it might seem like just fun and games, play is a powerful tool that supports learning, problem-solving, creativity, and emotional growth. In fact, play-based learning is central to early childhood…

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June 10, 2025

School Readiness Checklist: Is Your Child Prepared?

School Readiness Checklist: Is Your Child Prepared? Starting school is a major milestone in a child’s life. But how do you know if your child is ready? School readiness goes beyond age. It includes a range of skills and behaviours that help children make a smooth and confident start to primary school. Knowing what to…

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June 10, 2025

How to Choose a Preschool That is Right for Your Child

Choosing the right preschool is a pivotal decision in your child’s early education journey. The preschool years help shape a child’s social, emotional, and academic foundation. As a parent or caregiver, selecting a learning environment that aligns with your child’s needs and your family’s values is essential. The process may seem overwhelming at first, but…

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MEET THE Co-Directors

Meet Kris Brain &

Rita Ghate Golanjan

Kris and Rita are the Co-Directors of UnitingCare Forestville Preschool, a community-based, not-for-profit preschool serving the local area for over 60 years. Many former students now return with their own children, fondly recalling their time here.

Our purpose-built facility features homely classrooms and a spacious outdoor play area, fostering children’s independence and wellbeing. Join us for our Open Day in June to tour the preschool and meet our dedicated staff. We look forward to welcoming you and your child!

SNEAK PEAK OF OUR FACILITY

Come and visit us

We love visitors at our preschool! We currently run individual tours on Tuesday & Thursday during term time. We can also organise these for other times.

Please call 02 9451 8383 with any questions you may have about the preschool or enrolment.

Family Testimonials

What our parents have to say

UnitingCare Forestville is an absolute gem! ALL the staff are incredibly caring and nurturing, and the play-based learning environment is fantastic. My child is thriving there and is will be so well-prepared for kindergarten. I can’t recommend this preschool enough!

Kania Sachrudi-Moa

Family Testimonials

It is absolutely brilliant. From the opening of the door, to pick up, your heart feels full. There is literally no better preschool in the area. Teaching is superb and care is beyond what most would expect. My kids love it. The best decision we made sending our little ones here. I miss the amazing management to this day.

Ruth Morgan

Family Testimonials

Amazing preschool due to the fabulous staff. They are passionate and great at creating a safe and fun atmosphere for all

Mick

Family Testimonials

Beautiful educators & teachers who are warm & genuine. My daughter has started going here for a few months & truly love it! Highly recommend!

Melissa Anderson

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