Preschool
Our youngest Highfielders love preschool life and every morning they are greeted with vibrant and welcoming learning spaces that eagerly await their engagement.
The preschool day is full of wonder and unfolds with predictable rhythms to support the unique way young children learn about themselves and their world. Our exceptional teachers work harmoniously with our 3, 4 and 5 year old children to co-create and shape powerful learning experiences that are responsive to the children’s curious minds and unique capabilities.
There is an invitation for each child to construct, express and grow their early literacy, numeracy and social and emotional intelligences through purposeful play and meaningful projects. This is embedded naturally, and in a way that celebrates the joy of childhood.
The children grow together and learn to care for each other and their environment. Our priority is to ensure that each child feels safe, secure and supported in respectful, wonderous, and natural learning environments.
Underpinning every aspect of our program is our deep respect for the young child and the recognition that the early childhood years are a time of great significance in a child’s life. Inquiry projects are at the heart of our learning programs and the children and teachers walk together in the learning process. The children are encouraged to pose questions, ignite theories and use creative thinking as they problem solve and seek solutions in a rich and integrated way.
Our vision is to create an inspiring preschool for young children, full of wonder and joy that is responsive to the children and their families. Each child is held in the highest regard and supported through their learning and growth, within a holistic learning environment that feels like home.
“At Highfields, we honour the heart and spirit, as well as the mind of the young child.”
-Preschool Educational Leader
Highfields School offers the following Preschool programs:
- Two Day program on Mondays and Tuesdays, for children who turn three on, or before 31 January in the year of entry
- Three Day program tailored for four year olds on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
- Five Day program for four year olds, offering a natural and rich transition between the Preschool and K-2 environment