KU Wahroonga 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.
Set in a beautiful, leafy environment, KU Wahroonga is a welcoming preschool offering a range of natural play areas that inspire creativity and learning through play.
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 developing emotional intelligence, helping children to identify and regulate their feelings and to build empathy and resilience. This enhances self-confidence and improves social interactions throughout childhood and beyond.
KU Wahroonga 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.
Hat and sunscreen
Outdoor play
Public transport
Play-based learning
Storypark
Transition to school
Melissa Puckeridge is a university qualified early childhood teacher with over 25 years’ experience working with children. She has been working at KU Wahroonga since 2009. She has a passion for emotional intelligence and encouraging each child to reach their potential in a fun and dynamic learning environment.
As Educational Leader and Director, Melissa takes an active role in promoting educators’ practice, especially those aspects that involve building and nurturing relationships with families, curriculum decision making, teaching and learning. When educators establish respectful and caring relationships with children and families, they are able to work together to make curriculum and learning experiences relevant, interesting and fun for children at KU Wahroonga Preschool.
| Age group | Amount |
|---|---|
| 4 year old Start Strong Fee Relief fee | $9.50 |
| 3 year old Start Strong Fee Relief fee | $35.00 |
| Start Strong Equity Fee Relief fee | FREE |
| Unfunded fee | $100.50 |
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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© 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 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.
