Portarlington Preschool 51-55 Newcombe Street, Portarlington, Victoria 3223

Welcome to Portarlington Preschool, located in the heart of our seaside village at 51-55 Newcombe Street. Our beautiful institution is not just a preschool, but a point of interest and establishment that connects us to our community and the environment.

What sets us apart is our unique location. With the beach as our backyard, we provide a truly immersive experience for your child. Our Beach Explorers program allows them to learn about and appreciate the local marine environment, fostering a love for nature and a sense of responsibility to protect it.

At Portarlington Preschool, we believe in the power of play-based learning. Our program values child-led, creative, and open-ended experiences that promote development in all areas. Through our rotational model, we divide our enrolments into smaller groups, allowing your child to interact with their peers in their group as well as children from other groups throughout the week. This not only builds their social skills but also gives them the opportunity to work with different educators.

Our experienced educators acknowledge and extend your child's interests, guiding them to develop an understanding and respect for each other's social and cultural influences. We strive to create a welcoming, supportive, and friendly environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, collaboration, and ownership.

But don't just take our word for it. Here are some testimonials from our parents:

"I just wanted to say a huge thank you for the beach excursion over the last two days. It was such a beautiful opportunity for the kids and my child absolutely loved it. I know these things take a lot of effort and I just wanted to say we really appreciate it. Thanks again."

"Thank you for everything you’ve done to make my child’s year at kinder such a happy one. It means so much that you’re so caring and reassuring, she’s felt so at ease…wish she could take you to school with her next year!"

"We have sent him off every day to kinder knowing he is in the best hands possible. His confidence and sense of belonging have come such a long way this year and we know you have had a lot to do with that, he has really enjoyed kindergarten."

"To the wonderful educators at Portarlington Preschool, we just wanted to let you know that your kindness, hard work, sacrifice, and commitment to our children over these last few months has not gone unnoticed. We are so lucky and grateful to have such beautiful women to leave our kids with each day."

In addition, we are excited to announce that BCYF & Bethany have merged to form Meli, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to strengthening our community through all stages of life. While we undergo this transition, you can still access all BCYF and Bethany services and programs at bcyf.org.au and bethany.org.au.

Join us at Portarlington Preschool, where the beach, community, and education come together to create an enriching and unforgettable experience for your child.