Preschool
Preschool Program
We offer a number of programs and services to support your child’s early years learning.
Session Times
Your child can attend preschool for up to 15 hours per week.
We have two groups for preschool:
- Monday & Tuesday – 8:30am – 4:00pm
- Thursday & Friday – 8:30am – 4:00pm
Bus service
Contact Jamestown Community School for information and availability.
UV Information
When the UV level is 3 or higher please dress your child in a top with sleeves and a collar. Please apply sunscreen to your child before they arrive. We will reapply their sunscreen at morning tea time and after lunchtime.
Preschool Enrolment & Fees
When your child can start preschool
Preschool Intakes at Jamestown Community Children’s Centre
Your child is entitled to access 4 terms (1 year) of government preschool in the year before they start school. At Jamestown Community Children’s Centre, we offer both 4-year-old preschool and universal 3-year-old preschool (beginning in 2026).
4-Year-Old Preschool
Children who turn 4 years old:
- Before 1 May: Can start preschool at the beginning of the school year.
- 1 May to 31 October: Can start preschool at the mid-year intake (start of Term 3).
- After 31 October: Can start preschool at the start of the following year.
Children will attend 4 terms of preschool, regardless of their intake date.
3-Year-Old Preschool (From 2026)
From 2026, children can attend universal 3-year-old preschool at our service after their third birthday, not before. There are 6 intake points throughout the year, depending on your child’s birthday and when they are eligible to start school.
Registrations of Interest (ROI) are now open for children to start universal 3-year-old preschool in 2026. Please request an ROI form from the preschool and return it with completed details.
Choosing the Best Start
If you are unsure about the best time for your child to start preschool—either at 3 or 4 years old—or feel your child may benefit from starting later, please talk to us about your options. Our team is always available to support you in making the best decision for your child’s learning journey.
Early entry
Aboriginal children and children who are or have been in care are eligible for 15 hours of preschool a week after they turn 3, continuing until they start school.
Enrolling your child
You can register your interest to enrol your child with us by using the preschool registration of interest form. This form is also available from us.
You can register at any time during the year.
Priority will be given to children living in our catchment area. If you don’t live in our catchment area you should indicate at least 2 other preschool options on your form.
Before your child starts
Fees
We ask you to contribute towards the cost of your child attending preschool.
The parent contribution is $400 per year. You can choose to pay the total amount at the beginning of the year or pay instalments of $100 each term.
When to pay
Invoices will be emailed termly and we appreciate prompt payment.
Please contact us if you are having difficulty paying.
How to pay
Money can be transferred using the details provided on the invoice.
EFT information
You can pay by direct deposit.
BSB: 105016
Account number: 034126540
Please put your child’s name in the notes as the reference.
Immunisations ‘No Jab No Play’
Upon enrolment parents/caregivers must provide up to date ‘approved immunisation records’ prior to start date.