Hand in hand together we walk
Ballina Fox Street Preschool is a not-for-profit community preschool that places relationships, belonging and childhood joy at the heart of everything we do. For over 40 years, we’ve created a safe and stimulating environment where children can play, learn and grow with confidence.
Our dedicated team of early childhood educators work in close partnership with families to nurture each child’s unique strengths and interests. We value diversity, connection and curiosity — and we welcome you to be part of our community.
Our preschool operates on a four-term schedule in line with the NSW school calendar. We offer both 2-day and 3-day groups, with sessions structured around meaningful play, learning and rest.
As a community based preschool, our hours are:
9.00 am – 3.00 pm
We also offer an early morning and late afternoon service:
8.15 – 8.45 am
3.15 – 3.45 pm
Click below to download the full 2025 Term Calendar, including group dates and public holidays.
We are currently accepting enrolment applications for the upcoming terms. If you’re considering joining our preschool community, we’d love to hear from you.
Click below to learn more about our enrolment process and express your interest.
Children can start preschool from the beginning of the year they turn 4, or earlier depending on availability. Priority is given to children in their year before school.
Our core program runs from 9.00am to 3.00pm, Monday to Friday during school terms. We also offer optional early drop-off (8.15–8.45am) and late pick-up (3.15–3.45pm) sessions.
No — Ballina Fox Street Preschool follows the NSW school term calendar and closes during school holidays.
Fees vary based on your child’s enrolment group and any applicable subsidies. Please contact us for current fee information or view our Enrolment page for details.
Yes — we are a registered provider under the National Quality Framework and have been rated Exceeding by ACECQA.
Families pack morning tea, lunch and a water bottle. We also encourage healthy snacks and promote positive eating habits throughout the day.
We welcome children of all abilities and work closely with families to ensure inclusive, supportive transitions and participation. We may also engage with external support agencies where needed.
Our program celebrates all cultures and encourages children to develop respect, understanding and curiosity. We acknowledge the Bundjalung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and actively embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives throughout the curriculum.
Absolutely — we encourage prospective families to get in touch to arrange a visit. It’s the best way to see our environment and meet our educators.
We exceed the required ratios, with a team of qualified educators committed to maintaining small group sizes, personalised attention and strong relationships.
