About

Our Story

Opened in 1979, Springdale Heights Pre-School has been educating hundreds of children in the Albury, Wodonga and surrounding regions for over 40 years.

We’re conveniently located 2 minutes from the freeway, less than a minute from the nearest primary school, less than 5 minutes from most of Thurgoona and Lavington, close to shops, a chemist and other family friendly amenities.

Located on a large site, our tree-lined neighbourhood close to parks and recreational facilities makes a naturally beautiful environment for your children to be engaged.

Our indoor area flows easily to our landscaped outdoor facilities, including an open grassed area, a large undercover sand pit, a Balinese style shelter, a raised stage, a large cubby house, climbing equipment and slides, swings, a pebble stream, a vegetable garden, a chicken coop, beehive, fire pit and multiple undercover areas. All of this is joined by a meandering path that leads from one region to the next.

Springdale Heights Preschool caters for up to 40 children per day from the ages of 3 to 6 years.

Due to high demand, we are currently operating a waiting list for future enrolments.

If you would like your child to be considered for enrolment at Springdale Heights Pre-School, please complete a waiting list form.

Sessions

Springdale Heights Preschool operates Monday to Friday from 8.30 am to 4 pm, per the NSW school terms.

Our children are grouped based on age, with up to 20 children per group.

If your child is 3 turning 4 years before end of that year:

Possums – Tuesdays

Emus – Wednesday (from 2025)

Koalas – Monday & Friday

If your child is 4 turning 5 years old:

Kangaroos – Monday & Tuesday (from 2025)

Wombats – Wednesday & Thursday

Kookaburras – Thursday & Friday

FAQs

How do I enrol my child?

You can complete a waiting list form here. We recommend that you complete a waiting list form at least one year prior to when you would like your child to start preschool. Offers of enrolment are sent out in term three the year prior to starting.

Can I book a walk through?

Absolutely, please contact us to arrange a time.

What are your hours of operation?

Our preschool operates Monday to Friday from 8.30am – 4pm during NSW school terms.

When should I put my child on the waiting list?

You can put your child on our waiting list at any time but we recommend that you complete a waiting list form at least one year prior to when you would like your child to start preschool.

You can complete a waiting list form here.

Do I need to bring a packed lunch box for my child?

Yes, you will need to provide morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a water bottle for your child.

Can my child come to preschool if they are still learning to use the toilet?

Of course, we can support your child wherever they are at on their toileting journey. If your child requires nappies or pull ups you will need to provide these each day.

How many days can my child attend?

Our 3yr old groups attend one day a week and our 4yr old groups (children eligible for school the following year) attend two days per week.

Do you offer mid-year enrolments?

No, children are enrolled for the school year. At times if a family moves from the preschool during the year there may be a space available.

If your child turns 3 throughout the year they would be eligible for preschool the following year.

How much does it cost to send my child to preschool?

Since 2020 the NSW Government have offered fee relief programs to reduce the cost of preschool fees for families.

Please contact us for information about our current Fee Schedule.