At St Paul’s Anglican Kindergarten, our rich and engaging Three Year Old Kindergarten program is designed to nurture each child’s emotional development, wellbeing, and growing independence through meaningful play based learning experiences.

We provide a warm, welcoming, and positive environment where children feel safe, valued, and supported to learn and grow. It is a place where curiosity is encouraged, learning is joyful, and lasting friendships begin.

A key focus of our Three Year Old Program is building a strong foundation for future success in Four Year Old Kindergarten and beyond. Through consistent routines and nurturing relationships, children develop confidence, resilience, and independence. Everyday experiences, such as putting away their own belongings, washing hands, and participating independently in group times, foster responsibility and support children in becoming capable and confident learners.

Our educators intentionally design learning experiences that promote autonomy, encourage decision making, and celebrate each child’s unique strengths, interests, and individuality. 

Following morning group time, children engage in a variety of open ended play experiences, including art and creative expression, construction, puzzles, sensory exploration, dramatic play, and collaborative learning opportunities. Educators thoughtfully extend children’s learning based on their interests and emerging ideas.

Social and emotional development is embedded throughout the curriculum. Children are encouraged to recognise and express their feelings in healthy ways, while developing empathy, self awareness, and emotional intelligence. Mindfulness and yoga experiences are also incorporated into the program, supporting children’s wellbeing, self regulation, and sense of self.

More structured learning opportunities are thoughtfully integrated throughout the day. Through role play, storytelling, group projects, and hands on experiences, children develop their communication skills, early literacy, and foundational numeracy understandings in engaging and meaningful ways.

The Three Year Old Program is further enriched by a range of exciting incursions and specialist experiences, including Drama Toolbox, children’s yoga, visits from local dentists, and other community based learning opportunities that help broaden children’s experiences and inspire curiosity.

At St Paul’s Anglican Kindergarten, our Three Year Old Program provides a happy, safe, and inclusive environment where every child is respected, nurtured, and empowered to thrive.