Giralang Primary provides two preschool sessions. Preschool hours are:
Session one:
- Monday 8:45am to 2:45pm
- Tuesday 8:45am to 2:45pm
- Wednesday 8:45am to 11:45am
Session two:
- Wednesday 8:45am to 11:45am
- Thursday 8:45am to 2:45pm
- Friday 8:45am to 2:45pm
Both groups follow a detailed play based program and opportunities to be involved in whole school activities and excursions are provided.
Giralang Preschool Philosophy Statement
We grow together by cooperating, showing respect and fostering curiosity.
We build secure, considerate, and mutual relationships to create a safe and connected preschool environment. By establishing these connections we promote collaborative partnerships to support student learning, growth, and well-being. It is our commitment to ensure that every child has the right to access inclusive, engaging learning opportunities guided by their curiosity. We believe that having high expectations for each child paves the way for significant personal growth.
We place a strong emphasis on valuing the culture, identity, language, ability, and strengths of students and families in our community with respect and honesty. By implementing an ethical and sustainable approach to managing our environment and resources, we nurture responsible citizens dedicated to preserving our natural world. Our collaborative leadership and teamwork create high-quality learning programs and foster a positive work culture. Through critical reflection and professional, respectful conversations, educators are inspired to collectively enhance their practices for the benefit of all.
At Giralang Preschool we foster secure, respectful and reciprocal relationships by;
- Welcoming and farewelling every child and family
- Listening to children’s, ideas, stories, inquiries, interests and embedding these into learning programs
- Explicitly teaching social and emotional learning - Friendly Schools
At Giralang Preschool we uphold equity, inclusion and high expectations by;
- Meeting each child at their point of need, providing support and encouragement to grow
- Ensuring the preschool environment is accessible to all
- Working with families to establish learning goals for their child
At Giralang Preschool we develop partnerships by;
- Communicating openly and honestly with everyone
- Using Seesaw to inform parents of student learning experiences and growth
- Providing families with information and resources of community support networks
At Giralang Preschool we respect diversity by;
- Intentionally exploring similarities and differences of each individual
- Sharing stories and experiences to expose children to other cultures
- Providing resources and programs that reflect diversity
At Giralang Preschool we apply critical reflection and ongoing professional learning by;
- Having regular professional and respectful student centred conversations, which ensure high quality programs and practice
- Undertaking learning as individuals and as a team, then sharing and applying our learning
- Together reflecting on an area of need and developing learning goals to work towards collaboratively
At Giralang Preschool we promote sustainability by;
- Using natural materials where possible, minimising single use plastic items
- Intentionally teaching experiences focused sustainable practices at school and home
- Practising the 5 R's of sustainability Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Recycle everyday
At Giralang Preschool we foster collaborative leadership and teamwork by;
- Having regular professional and respectful student centred conversations, which ensure high quality programs and practice
- Meeting weekly to reflect and plan with various teams, and engaging with essential stakeholders
- Valuing and supporting individual beliefs and skills
- Establishing clear roles and responsibilities
At Giralang Preschool we embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives by;
- Providing multiple ways to learn including story sharing, exploring symbols and images and creating learning maps
- Having a focus about knowing and caring for our local country
- Providing a truthful narrative