Program
Commencing preschool is one of the most important steps of your child ‘s educational journey, as they adjust from being at home with their families to functioning as individuals within a group. At Estrella Preschool, our staff will work with you to get to know your child and your family. Our goal is to provide your child with a happy and constructive learning experience, as this will build a strong foundation for all future learning.
At Estrella Preschool, play-based learning is at the heart of our education program. Learning takes place in both the indoor and outdoor spaces. Our teachers work hard to create an environment which promotes discovery, exploration, problem-solving, creativity, literacy and independence.
For more details, we invite you to read our Estrella Preschool Philosophy (PDF).
We are sensitive to each child’s individual needs, interests and abilities and we aim to foster each child’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Children and families are respected and valued, regardless of their gender, ability, religion, social or cultural backgrounds.
2026 Timetable
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Possums Orange (3 Year Olds) | 8.30AM – 4.00PM | 8.30AM – 4.00PM | |||
| Owl Blue (4 Year Olds) | 8.30AM – 4.00PM | 8.30AM – 4.00PM | |||
| Owl Green (4 Year Olds) | 8.30AM – 4.00 PM | 8.30AM – 4.00 PM | |||
| Owl Yellow (4 Year Olds) | 8.30AM – 4.00PM | 8.30AM – 4.00PM |
“I think all involved should be very proud of the kinder. To me it runs an excellent program, the staff are all very friendly and helpful plus the parent group is also very friendly.”
— Estrella Parent
Education Program
At Estrella Preschool, we recognise and value the contribution that play-based learning makes to children’s overall development and wellbeing. Our teachers plan their lessons to take advantage of our fantastic indoor and outdoor facilities. They develop their lesson plans using the five principles outlined in the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework:
Identity – Children have a strong sense of identity.
Community – Children are connected with and contribute to their world.
Wellbeing – Children have a strong sense of wellbeing.
Learning – Children are confident and involved learners.
Communication – Children are effective communicators.
The program includes experiences in the areas of music, maths, movement, literacy, art, science, literature and nature. While lesson plans are guided by the Framework, the teachers also incorporate the ideas and unique interests of the children, both as a group and as individuals. Download the Early Years Learning Framework Families Guide (PDF).
