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A Typical Day At Pambula Preschool

The program at Pambula Preschool is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (2009) and the National Quality Framework (2010). Approaches to planning also reflect the emergent curriculum, Reggio Emilia, nature based exploration and slow pedagogy. There is a high focus on collaboration when planning and programming, with all children, families, staff, and the broader community contributing.

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Pambula Pre-School playground
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PPS playground
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Looking at Pambula pre-school playground

A Typical Day

 8.15    Outdoor play – various activities extending on the children’s current interests

10.00  Crunch and sip

11.45  Morning group time-yarning circle

12-15  Lunch

12.45  Rest and Relaxation

12.25  Inside play – various activities including literacy, numeracy, and STEAM concepts

2.15    Afternoon tea

2.30   Bags are packed, outdoor play

3.15   Families arrive to collect children

3.45   Preschool concludes

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reading nook in Pambula pre-school

The program aims to foster a sense of being, belonging and becoming by:

  • Promoting positive self esteem
  • Developing social skills
  • Encouraging children to think, reason, question, and experiment.
  • Encouraging language development
  • Enhancing physical development/skills
  • Encouraging sound health/safety and nutritional practices
  • Encouraging creative expression
  • Supporting readiness and transition to primary school.

The gross motor, fine motor, cognitive, language and social emotional needs and achievements of each child are observed and recorded by staff. These records are used to plan a fortnightly program, which is displayed and implemented. The program and activities are then evaluated, and this information is used for future planning and programming. Family and community involvement and input is encouraged.

Hours Of Operation

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The preschool operates in line with NSW Department of Education school terms and the Start Strong funding model which funds 15 hours(2 days) of preschool education. Preschool opens at 8.15 am and all children must be left the premises by 3.45 pm. The educational program is implemented between 9 am and 3 pm. We offer 2-day classes across the week as detailed below.


Mirigaan classroom
Tuesday/Wednesday class
Thursday/Friday class
Monday/Wednesday class


Jaanda classroom
Monday/Tuesday class
Thursday/Friday class

What To Wear

Be sure to dress your child in comfortable, washable clothing. Preschool activities can be messy at times, so it is best not to dress your child in good clothing. Paint and dirt are all part of having fun and learning. Shoes need to be non-slip and comfortable (sand shoes or joggers are best). Label everything! We do not have a specific uniform; however, we have sun-safe hats and preschool t-shirts for sale from the office.

Food At Preschool

We aim to promote healthy eating at preschool, so please do not send chocolate, chips or lollies to preschool.
The children need morning snack (fresh fruit or vegetables), lunch and afternoon tea. Drinking water is readily available to children.
In accordance with health regulations all food brought from home must be refrigerated. Food must be packed in lunchboxes – food in thermal bags are not suitable in the fridge because they keep the cold air out.
Get more ideas on snacks and lunches at  www.healthykids.nsw.gov.au