Howlong Preschool

18/08/2026

ASK AN OT is BACK! 🎉

After the success of our first session, we’re bringing it back with an afternoon session so more families, carers and educators can pop in, say hello and have a chat!

Have a question about development, school readiness, behaviour support, classroom strategies, or just a general OT question? Come on down — we’d love to chat, answer your questions and share some ideas.

📅 Tuesday 25th
⏰ 3:30pm–5:00pm

No question is too big or too small — we hope to see you there! 💛

06/08/2026

✨ Join our Preschool Family! ✨

An opportunity like this doesn't come around very often! If you've ever thought about working in a supportive, community-based preschool where you can make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator to join our team for an immediate start, with excellent opportunities for ongoing employment in 2027 for the right applicant.

If you have any questions about the role, please call Olivia, our Director, on (02) 6026 5646. She would be more than happy to have a chat. Applications close 5:00pm, Wednesday 26th August. 💚

03/07/2026

02/07/2026

Position Closing Date Extended

We have extended the closing date for our current Diploma Trained Educator position.

Applications will now close on Wednesday, 15th July.

If you or someone you know is passionate about early childhood education, we'd love to hear from you!

✨ An opportunity like this doesn't come around very often... ✨

Have you ever thought about becoming an educator in a community-based preschool?

Now is your chance!

Howlong Preschool is looking for a passionate Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator to join our incredible team for Terms 3 & 4, with strong potential for ongoing employment beyond this initial contract.

As a not-for-profit, community-based preschool, we're proud to be rated Exceeding under the National Quality Standard. We have a supportive, experienced team who are passionate about children, each other, and providing the highest quality early childhood education.

If you're looking for a workplace where you are valued, supported, and inspired every day, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Temporary Part-Time (18 hours per week)
📅 Applications close 5:00pm, Wednesday 15 July 2026

If you have any questions at all about the position, please don't hesitate to call Olivia, our Director, on (02) 6026 5646. She would be more than happy to have a chat about the role and answer any questions you may have.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with anyone who may be interested. We can't wait to welcome the right person to our preschool family! 💚🌈

02/07/2026

⏳ Have you secured your spot for our hands-on Indigenous weaving workshops?

Connect with culture, creativity, and Country across Federation Council this winter. We are deeply honoured to invite kids and families to a special series of workshops led by two incredible First Nations knowledge holders:
✨ Auntie Iris Troutman – A proud Kooma, Kamilaroi, and Ngaraba woman.
✨ Auntie Desiree Walker – A proud Bangerang Elder.

🪡 Under their guidance, participants will learn traditional weaving techniques while connecting with the rich stories, history and enduring spirit of First Nations people.

This year’s National NAIDOC Week theme is “50 Years of Deadly”, marking five decades of celebrating the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Come celebrate with us!

🎒 Suitable for ages 5-15 (families and caregivers welcome!). FREE, but bookings are essential.

📍 Corowa: Tuesday 7 July, 1pm–3pm at Corowa Library
📍 Mulwala: Wednesday 8 July, 10:30am–12:30pm at Mulwala Library & Council Office
📍 Rand: Thursday 9 July, 10:30am–12:30pm at Rand School of Arts Hall

👉 Book now: https://ow.ly/SPBn50ZaK2k
Spaces are strictly limited to ensure everyone gets hands-on guidance. Unleash your creativity, learn a beautiful traditional skill, and walk away with your very own woven piece and a deeper connection to Country. 🖤💛❤️

02/07/2026

Gadhaang (happy) NAIDOC mayiny (people)! 🖤💛❤️

The first week of July every year, from Sunday to Sunday, is NAIDOC Week.

This year is Sunday 5th to Sunday 12th July.

It's a time for all Australians to celebrate and recognise the history, cultures, achievements and ongoing contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This year's theme, "50 Years of Deadly," celebrates five decades of honouring our voices, our resilience, our cultures and our communities.

🗣 In our language, marambangbilang means exceedingly good or deadly – and this year's celebrations are exactly that!

There are heaps of fantastic events happening across Albury-Wodonga, including cultural workshops, weaving, language, storytelling, exhibitions, music, family activities, yarning, community gatherings and much more.

Whether you're joining us for your first NAIDOC Week or you've celebrated for years, everyone is welcome. Bring the family, bring a friend, come have a yarn, learn something new, and celebrate with community.

👇 Take a look at the calendar below and start planning your week. We'd love to see you there!

Marambangbilang! ❤️💛🖤

02/07/2026

⏰ Last Chance to Apply!

Dreaming of joining our amazing team? 🌿🍎

Applications for our Diploma Qualified Educator position at Howlong Preschool close TODAY at 5:00pm.

If you're passionate about early childhood education and would love to be part of our Exceeding-rated, community-based preschool, we'd love to hear from you!

📞 Have any last-minute questions? Give Olivia, our Director, a call on (02) 6026 5646.

Don't miss this opportunity—we can't wait to meet our newest team member! 💚

30/06/2026

✨ An opportunity like this doesn't come around very often... ✨

Have you ever thought about becoming an educator in a community-based preschool?

Now is your chance!

Howlong Preschool is looking for a passionate Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator to join our incredible team for Terms 3 & 4, with strong potential for ongoing employment beyond this initial contract.

As a not-for-profit, community-based preschool, we're proud to be rated Exceeding under the National Quality Standard. We have a supportive, experienced team who are passionate about children, each other, and providing the highest quality early childhood education.

If you're looking for a workplace where you are valued, supported, and inspired every day, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Temporary Part-Time (18 hours per week)
📅 Applications close 5:00pm, Wednesday 15 July 2026

If you have any questions at all about the position, please don't hesitate to call Olivia, our Director, on (02) 6026 5646. She would be more than happy to have a chat about the role and answer any questions you may have.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with anyone who may be interested. We can't wait to welcome the right person to our preschool family! 💚🌈

26/06/2026

The IEU welcomes the NSW government's announcement today of a new funding model for not-for-profit community preschools that will come into effect in 2027.

The new scheme includes:
📍pay increases for early childhood staff
📍full funding of the operating costs of not-for-profit preschools (conditional on meeting strict quality standards)
📍new funding to expand access for three-year-old children
📍increased funding to support children in priority cohorts, including a major reform to the Disability Inclusion Program.

"The IEU will meet with the NSW government at the Fair Work Commission (FWC) on Monday, 29 June to discuss the new scheme. Greater detail is needed on the funding commitments," said IEU NSW/ACT Branch Secretary Carol Matthews.

Read the full media release on our website. Link in comments 👇