The Start Strong for Community Preschools program provides funding to deliver affordable quality preschool education for 3 to 5-year-old children enrolled in eligible community and mobile preschools in NSW.
May 2025
What was approved
Approved for Southside Montessori Society Limited
$18,759 was approved by
Director, Sector Programs, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
May 2025Location of the project
Georges River CouncilLocation of the recipient
Georges River CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.December 2024
What was approved
Approved for Byron Bay Pre-School Inc
$49,958 was approved by
Executive Director, Programs & Local Operations, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
December 2024Location of the project
Tweed Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Byron Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.November 2024
What was approved
Approved for Lutheran Education VIC, NSW, TAS and ACT Ltd
Amount includes funding adjustment approved 03/06/2025 by the Executive Director, Programs & Local Operations
$539,952 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2024Location of the project
Greater Hume Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Greater Hume Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children
$123,605 was approved by
Director, Commissioned Programs, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2024Location of the project
Ryde City CouncilLocation of the recipient
City of Parramatta CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.September 2024
What was approved
Approved for Ku Children's Services
$193,739 was approved by
Director, Commissioned Programs, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
September 2024Location of the project
Council of the City of SydneyLocation of the recipient
Council of the City of SydneyAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.June 2024
What was approved
Approved for Blacktown Bunyip Inc
$138,421 was approved by
Director, Commissioned Programs, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
June 2024Location of the project
Blacktown City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Blacktown City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Southern Youth and Family Services Limited
$212,161 was approved by
Director, Commissioned Programs, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
June 2024Location of the project
Wollongong City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Wollongong City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.May 2024
What was approved
Approved for Mustard Seed Christian Childcare Ltd
$470,923 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
May 2024Location of the project
Georges River CouncilLocation of the recipient
Council of the City of SydneyAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for German School Johannes Gutenberg
$364,158 was approved by
Director, Commissioned Programs, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
May 2024Location of the project
Northern Beaches CouncilLocation of the recipient
Northern Beaches CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.April 2024
What was approved
Approved for Westmead Christian Grammar School Limited
$257,415 was approved by
Director, Commissioned Programs, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
April 2024Location of the project
Cumberland CouncilLocation of the recipient
Cumberland CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.March 2024
What was approved
Approved for Cameragal Montessori School
$178,394 was approved by
Director, Commissioned Programs, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
March 2024Location of the project
North Sydney CouncilLocation of the recipient
North Sydney CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Liverpool City Council
Amount includes funding adjustment approved 24/09/2024 by the Director Commissioned Programs
$648,938 was approved by
Director, Commissioned Programs, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
March 2024Location of the project
Liverpool City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Liverpool City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.November 2023
What was approved
Approved for Aberdare Pre-School Inc
$1,046,962 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Cessnock City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Cessnock City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Aberdeen Pre-School
$519,602 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Upper Hunter Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Upper Hunter Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Adelong Pre-School Inc
$454,141 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Snowy Valleys CouncilLocation of the recipient
Snowy Valleys CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Adventureland Pre-School Inc
$586,954 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Armidale Regional CouncilLocation of the recipient
Armidale Regional CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Albury Pre-School Inc
$1,229,149 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Albury City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Albury City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for All Saints Pre-School Albion Park Inc
$641,583 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Shellharbour City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Shellharbour City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Alstonville Community Preschool Incorporated
$1,139,373 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Ballina Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Ballina Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Anglican Church Property Trust Diocese of Canberra & Goulburn
$738,873 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Wagga Wagga City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Wagga Wagga City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Anglican Church Property Trust Diocese of Canberra & Goulburn
$1,732,356 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Wagga Wagga City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Wagga Wagga City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Anglican Schools Corporation
$451,153 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Shoalhaven City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Shoalhaven City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Anglican Schools Corporation
$887,720 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Shoalhaven City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Shoalhaven City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Anglicare NSW South NSW West and ACT
$344,818 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Goulburn Mulwaree CouncilLocation of the recipient
Out of NSWAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Anglicare NSW South NSW West and ACT
$646,145 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Goulburn Mulwaree CouncilLocation of the recipient
Out of NSWAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Annette's Place Inc
$139,477 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Hilltops CouncilLocation of the recipient
Hilltops CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Anzac Village Pre-School Association Inc
$768,590 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Liverpool City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Liverpool City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Arden Anglican Pre-School Kindergarten
$321,896 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
The Council of the Shire of HornsbyLocation of the recipient
The Council of the Shire of HornsbyAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Ariah Park Pre-School Association Inc
$298,172 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Temora Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Temora Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Armidale Community Pre-School Inc
$825,578 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Armidale Regional CouncilLocation of the recipient
Armidale Regional CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Armidale Montessori Pre-School Inc
$225,030 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Armidale Regional CouncilLocation of the recipient
Armidale Regional CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Arncliffe Pre-School Inc
$805,823 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Bayside CouncilLocation of the recipient
Bayside CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Arndu St Paul's Pre-School
$479,657 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Georges River CouncilLocation of the recipient
Council of the City of SydneyAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Austral Community Pre-School Inc
$623,652 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Liverpool City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Liverpool City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Avalon Montessori Association
$236,762 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Northern Beaches CouncilLocation of the recipient
Northern Beaches CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Awabakal Ltd
$548,194 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Newcastle City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Newcastle City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Awabakal Ltd
$570,590 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Lake Macquarie City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Newcastle City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Ballina Fox Street Pre-School Inc
$859,992 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Ballina Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Ballina Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Ballina River Street Children's Centre Inc
$1,094,659 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Ballina Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Ballina Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Bambi Kindergarten Association Inc
$391,079 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Campbelltown City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Campbelltown City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Bankstown Community Resource Group Inc
$930,144 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Canterbury-Bankstown CouncilLocation of the recipient
Canterbury-Bankstown CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Bankstown Montessori Association Inc
$179,168 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Canterbury-Bankstown CouncilLocation of the recipient
Canterbury-Bankstown CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Baradine Pre-School Inc
$471,943 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Warrumbungle Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Warrumbungle Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Barraba Pre-School Inc
$404,523 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Tamworth Regional CouncilLocation of the recipient
Tamworth Regional CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Baulkham Hills Preschool Kindergarten Inc
$801,581 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
The Hills Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
The Hills Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Beacon Hill Community Kindergarten Assoc Ltd
$820,515 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Northern Beaches CouncilLocation of the recipient
Northern Beaches CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Bega Pre School Association Inc.
Amount includes funding adjustment approved 03/06/2025 by the Executive Director, Programs & Local Operations
$1,192,003 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Bega Valley Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Bega Valley Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Bega Valley Shire Council
$130,826 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Bega Valley Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Bega Valley Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Bega Valley Shire Council
$19,698 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Bega Valley Shire CouncilLocation of the recipient
Bega Valley Shire CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.What was approved
Approved for Bellbird Pre-School Inc
$635,458 was approved by
Deputary Secretary, Early Childhood OutcomesDate approved
November 2023Location of the project
Cessnock City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Cessnock City CouncilAbout the grant
Applications approved
553
Applications received
553
2024 Start Strong for Community Preschools
Agency funding this grant
Department of EducationProgram term
From 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2024 with acquittals due by Dec 2025.