KU Galston Preschool

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Address

37 Arcadia Road

GALSTON NSW 2159

KU Galston Preschool, Arcadia Road, Galston NSW, Australia

02 9653 2252

Monday to Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm

Preschool (3-5Y)Preschool/Kindergarten (3-5Y)

Overview

KU Galston goes beyond childcare. We create a safe and nurturing environment where childhood is celebrated.

We are proud of our longstanding reputation within the local community of providing rich education and care tailored to each child’s needs in a family-focussed and supportive way.

Our highly experienced and dedicated teachers and educators build strong, trusting relationships with each child, fostering a sense of belonging and confidence.

Situated in a peaceful rural setting near Galston Public School, KU Galston provides a warm and welcoming environment that nurtures each child’s identity and interests.

About this service

Our program and approach

When children play and explore, their imagination and curiosity are sparked – they enjoy learning, and are inspired to continue learning more.

Our play-based program intentionally provides a wide range of engaging opportunities and activities based on the Early Years Learning Framework.

We specialise in environmental sustainability, incorporating practices like waste reduction, composting, gardening and cooking experiences into our program. Children learn sustainable practices to take forward into the future, and develop love and respect for the natural environment.

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Our quality

KU Galston has been independently assessed by the NSW Department of Education, and are proud to be rated as Exceeding the National Quality Standard.

We believe that the positive interactions children have with our staff are the most important component of our high quality program. Our team of teachers and educators are qualified, experienced, caring and motivated.

Our staff undergo continuous professional development, staying at the forefront of early childhood education.

Features

Hat and sunscreen

Education for Sustainability

Parking

Outdoor play

Public transport

Play-based learning

Storypark

Transition to school

Children drawing at KU Galston childcare

Children gardening at KU Galston childcare

KU Galston childcare outdoor environment

KU Galston childcare educator supervising children playing a board game

KU Galston childcare educator interacting with children

Children playing outdoors at KU Galston childcare

Director

Vanessa Woods is a university qualified teacher with over 25 years’ experience working with young children. She holds a Bachelor of Education and Diploma of Teaching in Early Childhood Education and has been the Director of KU Galston Preschool since March 2024.

Vanessa is committed to partnering with families to ensure the best outcomes for children. She is committed to ensuring learning environments are designed to reflect the third teacher.

Fees

The daily fees for 2024 at KU Galston Preschool are:

Age group	Amount
4 year old Start Strong Fee Relief fee	$10.50
3 year old Start Strong Fee Relief fee	$18.00
Start Strong Equity Fee Relief fee	FREE
Unfunded fee	$84.00

The NSW Government is committed to ensuring that all children in NSW can participate in 600 hours of quality preschool education in the year before school, no matter where they live or what their circumstances are.

To ensure that affordability is not a barrier for families, the NSW Government provides Start Strong funding. This funding makes 600 hours, or 15 hours per week, of preschool participation in the two years before school more affordable. In KU preschools, this 15 hours per week is met by enrolling for two days per week, and offers your child quality early childhood education.

Which fee will you pay?

Start Strong Fee Relief Fee (3 year olds and 4 year olds)

From 2024, the NSW Government is providing additional fee relief funding of $4,220 per eligible child. This enables NSW preschools to reduce the daily fee as much as possible, within the Start Strong funding parameters.

This funding is for children who:

Turn 3 or 4 years of age by 31 July of the preschool year, and
Are enrolled in a preschool program for 15 hours per week. At KU preschools, the ‘15 hours’ is usually met by enrolling in two 7.5-hour days per week.

Start Strong fee relief can only be accessed at one service, either a preschool or long day care service. This ensures as many children as possible can access affordable early childhood education.

To be eligible for Start Strong fee relief funding, the NSW Department of Education requires parents to sign the ‘Fee Relief Declaration and Consent’ form at the time of enrolment.

Start Strong Equity Fee Relief Fee

The NSW Government provides further funding for children who meet the Start Strong Equity funding criteria. These include:

Children with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background
Children from a family holding a Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card
Children with disability or additional needs

If you think you may be eligible for Equity funding, please speak with the Preschool Director further about this.

Unfunded Fee

The Unfunded Fee is charged when a family has chosen to access the Start Strong fee relief at another community preschool or long day care service.

A little more about our fees…

KU has remained very proudly a not-for-profit provider of quality education for more than 129 years. Our fees are designed to cover the operational costs of delivering the unique KU learning experience, and to ensure KU can continue delivering those experiences for many years to come.

Any surplus we may make is reinvested into our local staff, continually improving the quality of our services, and ensuring our long-term sustainability. KU does not distribute our profits to shareholders or send them offshore.

If you have any questions about our fees, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Family testimonials

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KU Galston Preschool parent

“I have been to other centres but I wouldn’t send my child anywhere else now I’ve found KU Galston. It is hands down the best centre in the area. Children are loved and encouraged to develop and explore their individual interests and personalities. They have a wonderful outdoor space that compliments the natural environment.”

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KU Galston Preschool parent

“Friendly staff, always greeting us with a chat and helping our children feel welcome, at ease and settled in to an activity soon after arriving at the preschool. They always remember everyone’s name and their family members, too! We highly value all the educators at KU Galston.”

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KU Galston Preschool parent

“The educators are amazing and seem to genuinely care about the children. The outdoor space is lovely and the fact the service is set away from the road eliminates excess noise and adds a sense of peacefulness to the centre.”

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KU Galston Preschool parent

“I loved the orientation process which allowed me to be with my kids to acquaint them with the service and surroundings for three consecutive Wednesdays. It really helped when they officially started!”

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KU Galston Preschool parent

“The staff are very kind and caring toward all children and parents. They also remember everyone’s name and hobbies to make them feel a sense of belonging to the preschool.”

Google reviews

KU Galston Preschool

5.0

Based on 1 reviews

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Anthony Salerno

23:52 04 Aug 20

Wonderful educaters, well run centre especially in the current circumstances. Both my boys have enjoyed/ are enjoying their time there

Apply to KU Galston Preschool today

KU Galston Preschool offers high-quality early childhood education, where brilliant staff and the play-based program benefit from over 125 years of sector experience. At KU your child is given the best chance to build a great foundation for lifelong learning. Apply now.