Getting ready for preschool guide
Our 'Getting ready for preschool' guide will help you and your child get ready for their preschool education.
Our guide highlights the many benefits of sending your child to an early childhood education and care service that offers a preschool program.
Why the early years matter
What happens during the start of your child’s life (from pregnancy until their 5th birthday) has a huge impact on how they grow, develop and learn. By attending a quality preschool program your child will learn valuable skills that support language and literacy development, social and emotional skills, creativity, confidence and motor skills.
What you'll find inside this guide
Our guide includes information on:
- finding a preschool program
- what to consider when choosing a service
- how to prepare for your first day at preschool
- how to support your child’s learning at preschool
- and more!
Download the 'Getting ready for preschool' guide
Do you need information in a language other than English?
The Translating and Interpreting Service provides access to interpreters over the phone, via video conference, or to attend an appointment in person.
We also have a variety of translated resources and videos on getting ready for preschool.