Our preschool

Why choose our public preschool?

Our public preschool is a fee-free preschool at Dubbo West Public School. It’s an easy choice for local families with young children.

A logo of the Exceeding National Quality Standards award
In 2020, Dubbo West Public School Preschool underwent Assessment & Rating and received an Exceeding rating.

We provide opportunities for both active and quiet experiences offering purpose-built indoor and outdoor areas for individual and group learning. Our qualified and committed staff provide an environment where all children have equal opportunities and are encouraged to reach their full potential.

We value each child and their family and encourage families to collaborate with preschool staff to achieve the best possible outcomes for their child.

We give every child the start in early childhood education. At our preschool, children explore, ask questions and grow in a safe and caring place. Our friendly team helps each child learn and feel good through fun, hands-on play that builds confidence and curiosity.

This is a word collage of what it means to be part of the Dubbo community and the preschool at Dubbo West

Nginha ngurang dhaga nganhal yalbilinya-bu girinya-bu Buwanha-dhi Wiradjuri ngurambang.
This place where I learn and play and grow, is on Wiradjuri country.

Nganhal yindyamarra nginha ngurambang,
I respect this special country,

Nginha guliya-gu muranga-yi
For those that have been

Nginha guliya-gu yama-nginha bu
Those who are here and

Nginha guliya-gu buwaganharra
Those yet to follow.

Preschool days and hours

Our preschool is open for 6 hours a day, on the same days as all NSW public schools. To learn about our preschool hours, please contact us.

Fees

We do not charge fees to attend our preschool. NSW public preschools are funded by the NSW government.

Attendance

Public preschools enrol children for one year only, the year before they start school.

Children can enrol from the beginning of the school year if they turn 4 years of age before 31 July that year.

Meals

Children bring their own meals and snacks to preschool. For more information, please contact us.

How to enrol

Unlike NSW public schools, there are no intake areas for public preschools. Enrolment is on application only. Enrolling in a preschool within a school does not guarantee a place at that school for Kindergarten.

Please contact us for more information on enrolling in our preschool, or fill out the Expression of Interest form and return it to our school's front office.

Book a tour or join our waitlist

Come and see our preschool in action. Talk to our team and secure your child’s place.

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Facilities and resources

Learn how our spaces and tools support every subject and learning style.

Student opportunities and activities

Discover clubs, sports and other activities your child can enjoy at school.