Bimbi preschool

Why choose our public preschool?

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

Bimbi Preschool is located in the grounds of Red Hill Public School and is open to children turning 4yrs before 31st July, the year before they attend primary school.

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.

We look forward to welcoming you and your child to our preschool. Contact us to talk to our team, book a tour or join our waitlist.

There are currently two sessions - Monday and Tuesday or Thursday and Friday, with an alternating Wednesday.

Bimbi Preschool is the only Department of Education Preschool in Wagga Wagga which places us with the unique ability to support the children of Bimbi to achieve a smooth transition to primary school, as they are already a part of the vibrant and positive school community at Red Hill Public School.

Bimbi Preschool embraces the Early Years Learning Framework as a part of the National Quality Framework.  At Bimbi we believe children learn best through well planned and supported play, based on the interests and emerging skills of the children.  Bimbi children learn in our well resourced classroom and our large creative outdoor garden.  Experienced and qualified Early Childhood Professionals deliver our innovative preschool program.

Parent information booklet (5433KB)

Bimbi preschool philosophy

The Bimbi Preschool Philosophy values play based learning and extending children's learning through following their interests. Please read the Bimbi Philosophy and look through the gallery of photos that illustrates our philosophy in practice.

Bimbi preschool philosophy (54KB)

National Quality Standard Assessment and Rating

Bimbi has been acknowledged for its achievements in Meeting the National Quality Standards and striving for quality outcomes for children. In particular, collaborative partnerships with families, communities and support agencies and leadership and service management demonstrates the commitment to quality by the approved provider, educators and staff.

Overall Rating: Exceeding National Quality Standards

Bimbi Preschool Policies and Procedures

Bimbi Preschool is a Department of Education Preschool and a part of Red Hill Public School. We follow all the Department Policies from which our local procedures are developed.

Link to Department of Education Preschool home page were you can find the department policies. A copy of our local procedures is available at the preschool.

A copy of the Department of Education's Preschool Operational Guidelines is available here and also at Bimbi Preschool.

Bimbi preschool quality improvement plan
Complaints, compliments and suggestions
If you have any of these please speak to one of our educators or if you prefer, we have a book located in the preschool foyer. This book also has a copy of the Department of Education complaints policy. Formal complaints can be directed to the School Principal – Mrs Tina Roworth.

Children's hands linked together

Resources for at home

What can you do at home to support you child's early learning?

Here are some ideas:

Early Childhood Literacy and Numeracy Cards

This set of cards has been developed to help you support young children in learning to read, write and do maths. They are the result of careful research into how young children learn.

The cards show how literacy and numeracy are developed through simple family activities, and how these link to later learning at school.

Preschool days and hours

There are currently two sessions - Monday and Tuesday or Thursday and Friday, with an alternating Wednesday.

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.

Book a tour or join our waitlist

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

Contact us

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.