Clunes Preschool

18/08/2026

Our preschool teachers and educators deserve fair pay for the important work they do. Investing in them means investing in our children and the future of our communities.
It’s time for the NSW Government to fund preschools fairly and deliver the pay rises recommended by the Fair Work Commission.
Families can also help advocate for change — share this message, speak with our local MPs Janelle Saffin - Member for Lismore or Tamara Smith, MP for Ballina/Byron, contact the NSW Minister for Early Learning Prue Car MP, and let decision-makers know that fair pay and properly funded preschools matter to our children, educators and communities.

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The NSW government must stop stalling and reveal how it will boost funding for fair pay in community preschools.

More than 170 IEU members passed a motion on 6 August calling on the NSW government to implement the Fair Work Commission’s recommendation that it increase funding for community preschools.

This would support pay rises for teachers and educators who are paid substantially less than their counterparts in primary schools.

It’s time for the NSW government to provide more funding for fair pay so our members can continue to offer safe, high-quality education.

Read more on our website. Link in comments 👇



Start Strong, Pay Fair

23/06/2026

we couldn't agree more

23/06/2026

Disappointment and frustration at the Minns government's lack of support for community preschools. Not good enough from NSW Labor 😡

22/06/2026

Daniel Mookhey MLC we’ll have our listening ears on !

02/06/2026

Pay increases are great news for educators but they must be supported by equal funding from the NSW government. Minister Prue Car MP and Janelle Saffin - Member for Lismore please ensure that increases in costs are not passed on to families - or even worse, force us to reduce quality Start Strong, Pay Fair Northern Rivers Preschool Alliance

15/05/2026

Free Child Protection training for parents

13/05/2026

Claywork on a rainy Thursday morning as part of our study of trees

08/05/2026

Happy Mothers Day weekend to all of our Mums, Nannas, Grandmas, and other special people. We hope you have a beautiful weekend 🩷

08/05/2026

Join Our Team at Clunes Community Preschool!

We’re seeking educators who are energetic, enthusiastic, and playful, to work alongside an experienced team in our Exceeding-rated non-profit preschool on a casual basis. Hours and days are flexible for the right candidates.

You should have a TAFE or equivalent diploma or certificate 3 in early childhood education (or be willing to enrol), or experience or interest in working with children in a play-based program.

We are a child-safe organisation and all candidates must hold a valid NSW working with children check or be willing to obtain.

📩 Send your expression of interest and availability with 2 recent references and your WWCC to [email protected] or just email us for a chat.

07/05/2026

Thank you to our staff and families for speaking up for community preschools (watch to the end to see some familiar faces)