KU Padstow goes beyond childcare. We create a safe and nurturing environment where childhood is celebrated.
We are proud of our longstanding reputation 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.
KU Padstow is set in a beautiful parkland location, with an expansive and inviting outdoor play area to complement our spacious indoor environment. Our well-resourced preschool includes dedicated parking for easy drop-off and pick-up.
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.
KU Padstow has many areas of interest that the children are encouraged to explore. Building strong and secure relationships in a connected community, which ultimately supports the development of the whole child, underpins every part of our curriculum.
KU Padstow 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.
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Education for Sustainability
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Outdoor play
Public transport
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Transition to school
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University qualified teachers
Nicole Torossian is a university qualified early childhood teacher with over 20 years of experience working with preschool-aged children. She has been working at KU Padstow since the beginning of 2022.
Nicole values the importance of relationships with children, families, communities and educators to build connection and attachment to support children’s learning and development. Nicole ‘s experience and interests include early intervention, ESDM model of therapy, Circle of Security and educational leadership and mentoring.
| Age group | Amount |
|---|---|
| 4 year old Start Strong Fee Relief fee | FREE |
| 3 year old Start Strong Fee Relief fee | $15.00 |
| Start Strong Equity Fee Relief fee | FREE |
| Unfunded fee | $85.50 |
Highly respected for our high quality programs, KU's National Quality Standard Ratings far exceed the national average.
KU was established in 1895 and is the most experienced provider of early childhood education in Australia.
As an Employer of Choice for 9 years running and certified Great Place to Work, we attract the best and brightest staff who stay with KU for longer.
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Proudly a not for profit and for purpose organisation
© KU Children’s Services 2024
Proudly a not for profit and for purpose organisation
© KU Children’s Services 2024
As part of the service’s duty of care in minimising exposure to Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR) and promoting sun safe practices among children, families and staff, the service provides each child with a KU hat and sunscreen is administered by staff where possible 20 minutes before commencing outdoor play.
The service has embraced a commitment to a more sustainable early education community, embedding sustainability into pedagogy and practice. We welcome families' participation.
Parking for drop-off and pick-up is available.
The service provides a natural outdoor environment designed as an active place for learning. We encourage children to develop an understanding about sustainability by exploring the natural world around them.
The service is accessible by public transport and is close to a train station and/or public buses.
Our high-quality play-based programs are based on current research and are planned by experienced and qualified early childhood staff. Through play, children learn the skills, knowledge, feelings and dispositions that provide a solid foundation for their life-long learning.
The service provides a secure, private online communication portal called Storypark at no cost that is designed to document your child’s progress and learning and provide you with updates about your child.
The service offers a full preschool program and places a strong emphasis on programs that challenge and extend children’s abilities and confidence, aiding their transition to school.
The service has been recognised and awarded as an outstanding service provider.
This KU service has university qualified teachers with early education and care qualifications.
