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Programs · 3 – 4 years

Pre-Kinder — building confidence

In pre-kinder, curiosity becomes capability. Through inquiry-led projects and play, children build independence, early literacy and numeracy, and the strong friendships that make the world feel safe to explore.

Pre-kinder children building together at a low table
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Pre-Kinder at Discovery Nest

Building confidence — independence, early literacy, numeracy and friendships.

Ages
Ages 3 – 4 years
Educators
Educators who plan from each child's interests and ideas.
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A day in this room

What a day looks like in Pre-Kinder

  1. Arrival

    Self-directed play and morning provocations

  2. Morning

    Inquiry projects, early literacy & numeracy experiences

  3. Midday

    Healthy meals and conversation

  4. Early afternoon

    Quiet time and reflection

  5. Afternoon

    Outdoor learning, creativity and group games

EYLF-aligned

What your child is learning

Every experience maps to the Early Years Learning Framework — Belonging, Being & Becoming.

  • Early literacy — storytelling, mark-making and letter sounds
  • Early numeracy — counting, patterns, sorting and measuring
  • Independence, persistence and problem-solving
  • Friendship, cooperation and group belonging

Educators & ratios

Known, by name.

Educators who plan from each child's interests and ideas.

Educator-to-child ratio: {{PRE_KINDER_RATIO}} — regulated and confirmed before publishing.

The space

Inside the Pre-Kinder room

Pre-kinder children building together at a low table — view 1
Pre-kinder children building together at a low table — view 2
Pre-kinder children building together at a low table — view 3

Secure a Pre-Kinder place

Places at Discovery Nest are limited and filling ahead of opening. Join the waitlist — it takes two minutes, and we'll keep you close until a spot opens in your child's age group.