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    • Nursery program (0-2 years)
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    • Preschool program (3-5 years)
  • OOSH
    • Before and After School Care
    • Vacation Care
  • Pathways
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    • Early Childhood Work-Based Traineeships
  • News and advice
  • Locations
    • Newcastle and Lake Macquarie
    • Cessnock and Maitland
    • Singleton and Muswellbrook
    • Port Stephens
    • Mid North Coast
    • Upper Hunter
  • Our story
    • Curriculum
    • Philosophy
    • Catholic Identity
    • Policies and procedures
    • Safeguarding
    • Reconciliation
    • Sustainability
  • For families
    • Why choose St Nicks?
    • How to enrol
    • Family Handbook
    • Child Care Subsidy
    • Transition to School program
    • Food and nutrition
  • Careers
    • Why work for us?
    • How to apply
    • Professional Learning
    • Values Awards
  • Enquire now
Tue 04th Nov, 2025 Early Education

Transforming outdoor play at Fletcher

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Mon 13th Oct, 2025 Advice and ideas Early Education Events OOSH
Nourish the moment

At St Nicholas, we understand that healthy bodies fuel bright minds.

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Branxton StNics 3117
Wed 08th Oct, 2025 Advice and ideas Early Education OOSH
Why do smiles matter?

Smiles help our friends feel happy and safe, they make playtime more fun and they help grow stronger friendships.

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st nicholas early ed 24 1
Thu 28th Aug, 2025 Advice and ideas Early Education
Five sleep questions to ask on your next centre tour

Choosing the right early childhood education and care centre for your child can feel overwhelming. But by asking the right questions, you can find a place that’s safe, nurturing, and aligned with your family’s values.

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StNics Chisholm 1225
Mon 18th Aug, 2025 Advice and ideas Early Education
Parents’ guide to schema play

Schema play is a natural form of learning through play. It shows how children are not just playing randomly – they’re experimenting, testing theories, and building understanding.

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Branxton StNics 2821
Fri 15th Aug, 2025 Advice and ideas
Build a cosy reading nook

Celebrate the adventurous spirit of literature this Children’s Book Week.

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Thu 14th Aug, 2025 Advice and ideas Early Education Events
Our guide to creating a love of reading at home

Reading with your child is a powerful way to fuel their imagination, grow their language skills and nurture their emotional development.

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St Nicholas Early Education Muswellbrook 86
Fri 08th Aug, 2025 Advice and ideas
Blast off into space

Blast off into the universe this National Science Week and explore the scientific phenomena of our universe.

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St Nicholas Early Education Muswellbrook 82
Wed 30th Jul, 2025 Advice and ideas Early Education
What we love about our St Nick’s friends!

In light of the International Day of Friendship, St Nicholas Early Education’s educators spoke to their learners to find out what they love about their St Nick’s friends.

Educator and children playing with play dough together at Raymond Terrace early education centre
Educator and children playing with play dough together at Raymond Terrace early education centre
Tue 01st Jul, 2025 Advice and ideas
Top tips for choosing preschool in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and the Hunter

Choosing a preschool is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. It sets the foundation for your child’s lifelong learning journey and plays a crucial role in their development, confidence and transition to school.

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Rain Xylophone 2
Mon 23rd Jun, 2025 Advice and ideas
From rainy-day wonder to musical magic

Make a water xylophone with us!

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St Nicholas Early Education Newcastle West 68
Wed 11th Jun, 2025 Advice and ideas
Let’s unpack the importance of play

The International Day of Play highlights the myriad of benefits that play offers to children in their early years and beyond.

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Thu 05th Jun, 2025 Advice and ideas
Facts you may not know about our environments

World Environment Day brings focus to our ecosystems, wildlife and planet.

St Nicholas – Early Education, OOSH & Pathways

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which our services operate and pay our respects to the Elders, past and present, of this land who, long before us, lived, loved and raised their children on this land. We also acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families in our community and their deep physical and spiritual connections to their land.

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