
About St Nicholas Early Education Kotara South
St Nicholas Early Education Kotara South is a 79-place early education and care centre co-located with St James’ Primary School, just a short two-minute drive from Westfield Kotara Shopping Centre. Opening soon, the centre will offer families a convenient and modern learning environment.
Key features of St Nicholas Early Education Kotara South include engaging indoor and outdoor play environments with natural elements such as trees, garden beds, large sandstone sandpits, and a mud kitchen. The centre will also provide the region’s most dedicated and passionate team of educators, ensuring a nurturing and enriching environment for every child.
The centre will offer families a convenient one-stop drop-off and pick-up for children attending both the early education centre and St James’ Primary School. As part of the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, St Nicholas Early Education Kotara South provides families with a connected educational pathway, including priority enrolment at nearby Catholic schools, including St James’ Primary School. This pathway is further supported by our highly regarded Transition to School program for preschool children, ensuring a seamless and supportive journey into primary education.
The curriculum will align with the Early Years Learning Framework, fostering play-based learning, relationship-building, and the development of essential skills. It will also promote equity and inclusion, encourage family involvement, and support each child’s individual growth and potential.
St Nicholas Early Education Kotara South is the perfect place for children to commence and continue their learning journey, surrounded by a supportive community and dedicated educators.

- Gallery
- Fees and inclusions
- Careers
Make an enquiry
- Early Education
- OOSH
- Pathways
- Why choose us?
- Our approach
- Our commitment
Frequently Asked Questions
-
How do I enrol my child at St Nicholas Early Education Kotara South?
Start by completing St Nicholas Kotara South’s enrolment expression of interest form on this page. Once submitted, a member of our friendly team will contact you to discuss your care needs and answer any questions you may have. Enrolments will be offered on a ‘first come, first served’ basis, with priority given to those who enquired about our Kotara South service first. As we get closer to St Nicks Kotara South’s opening, we will send you a link to complete the formal enrolment process.
-
What age group does St Nicholas Early Education Kotara South cater to?
St Nicholas Early Education Kotara South provides care and education for children aged 0-5 years, including Kotara South daycare for younger children and Kotara South preschool for older children.
-
What are the operating hours of St Nicholas Kotara South?
Our centre is open from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday to Friday, offering flexible hours to suit the needs of busy families.
-
Is there a Transition to School program?
Yes! We offer a Transition to School program to ensure that your child has a smooth and supportive transition from Kotara South preschool to primary school, particularly at St James’ Primary School.
-
What safety measures are in place at the centre?
St Nicholas Early Education Kotara South follows strict safety protocols to ensure the well-being of all children in our care. Our facility is secure, and our educators are trained in first aid and child protection practices.
For a full list of St Nicholas frequently asked questions, visit our FAQ page.