Welcome to Lillypilly Preschool!

Like most pre-schools in Forster, we have national accreditation, highly qualified staff and individualised programs, but we go so much further. We take the time to know our families, and what is important in their lives. We share in a child's joy of a 'shell found at the beach', 'a new haircut', 'a lost tooth' or 'new shoe laces'. We do this naturally, because we are parents too.


BONUS (What else you get at Lillypilly).

* FREE 'pre-school' KINDERMUSIK program (exclusive to Lillypilly)
* FREE make-up days
* FREE sunscreen (We are proud to be a sun-smart centre)
* We donate a portion of fees to charity & community projects
* We are a recognised 'Asthma Friendly' centre
* Safe, secure & hygienic, beautifully renovated premises
* Nationally accredited with Tertiary trained staff
* Tasty vege patch & enchanted sensory garden
* Dry rockery with 'bush tucker' garden
* Private outdoor play area. Located in a quiet residential street

We are a small, family run pre-school located at 20 Kenrose Street, Forster (just south of Stockland shopping village, Forster). We cater for children aged 2 to 5 years and our extended opening hours are 7:30am to 5:30pm. The centre was purchased by Helen & Tim McCabe in late 2009 and has undergone a significant renovation, inside and out. We proudly invite all families to come and have a look around our beautiful pre-school. 



WHAT OTHER PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US - Testimonials

"Our time at Lillypilly has been wonderful from the very beginning. The pre-school offers a warm and nurturing environment, while still preparing my son for the structure of Kindergarten. I have seen him grow and change for the better and adapt to playing with other children, and he has learnt to follow instructions and listen to the teachers. The staff provide a rich learning environment every day filled with paint, glue, dress-ups, songs, stories and relaxation and looking after the pre-school's vegetable garden which my son DJ loves doing. I know that Lillypilly has prepared my son for kindergarten and I look forward to sending my two younger children to Lillypilly."  - Nicky (Lillypilly Mum)

"I whole-heartedly recommend Lillypilly to anyone seeking quality child-care. The centre is newly refurbished and impeccably presented with a wide range of new indoor and outdoor activities designed to engage and educate children through play. It radiates warmth through the staff and management who are always welcoming and provide me with a sense that they are genuinely interested in my child. They are always aware of her daily activities and willing to accomodate any specific needs I may have. Each week, the staff go out of their way to provide interesting themes and activities designed to develop children's understanding of the world in fun and interactive ways. From creating 'European style cafes', to gardening and cooking. This effort is evident in the satisfaction on my daughter's face and her reluctance to leave each time I go to collect her and in the excitement in her voice when she tells me about her day at Lillypilly. Thanks from two very grateful and satisfied parents". - Iskra & Trent (Lillypilly parents)

"Our daughter Claire has been going to Lillypilly for 9 months now and we cannot thank Tim & Helen and their great staff (Casey, Linda and Katrina) enough for the wonderful care they provide at the pre-school. It really is a 'home away from home' environment. From the moment you walk through the door of a morning, you are greeted with a friendly good morning from the staff and smiles all round, the sound of music in the background (and often Helen's singing) and happy laughing children ready to start their day. Our daughter cannot get in the door quick enough. The recent improvements are fabulous. There is a lovely new scented garden outside and a very healthy vegetable garden, and a separate outdoor area for the younger children to explore. Inside there is new flooring, new furniture and decorations to give it that homely feel. You really can see the pride and enthusiasm that Helen and Tim have in Lillypilly Pre-school. Lillypilly Pre-school is the best!" - Karen & David (Lillypilly parents)

"My children have been part of Lillypilly Pre-school for the past two years. It has been an absolute pleasure having my children in a close-knit family friendly centre. I feel like the staff are friends and my children have felt welcomed and part of a nurturing, caring, friendly  and happy environment. Thanks guys, you have all made a huge difference in my children's lives" - Vanessa (Lillypilly Mum)

"Our daughter goes to Lillypilly 2 days a week. We are more than happy with Lillypilly, not because of the great staff, fun outdoor play area, or the wonderful themed activities, but more because of the HUGE SMILE on my daughter's face when she is at Pre-school. At Lillypilly we know our daughter is safe, happy, and looked after in a very family friendly environment, which is exactly what we wanted for our daughter's pre-school experience." - Manda & Anthony (Lillypilly Family)


Below are some interesting links to parenting and other child related websites as well as local business links which might be of interest.

www.kindermusikwithjanelle.com.au - A special pre-school kindermusik program is now being run at Lillypilly Pre-school. Janelle Dougherty is the only licensed Kindermusik Facilitator in the Great Lakes and we are proud to welcome Janelle as part of our team. Janelle has a passion for all things musical and runs Kindermusik and private keyboard classes at her Tuncurry studio. Check out her website for more informaion.

www.cancercouncil.com.au/default.asp - Lillypilly Pre-school takes sun safety seriously and is proud to be a sun-smart centre. Th cancer council website has loads of information about sun safety at pre-school and at home.

www.mychild.gov.au - is the Australian Government's official site for pre-schools and schools. The site contains relevant information on chosing a pre-school as well as information about the Child Care Benefit (CCB) and the Child Care Rebate (CCR).