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First Grammar Lithgow

First Grammar Lithgow

15 Bridge Street, Lithgow, NSW, 2790 view map
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5.0
(02) 6302 9408

Care Type:

Long Day Care, Pre-school

Hours:

7:00AM to 6:00PM

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Address:

15 Bridge Street, Lithgow, NSW, 2790

5.0

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My daughter has been attending First Grammar for years now, and the centre has never been better with all the new changes that have come with the recent change of management. The pictures I receive daily of my daughter playing and learning are so great, she always looks like she is having the time of her life and doing meaningful and fun things. The educators are so welcoming and lovely to my family and my daughter loves them all so much! ❤️

- Alex

About First Grammar Lithgow

We are conveniently located for families in or commuting through Lithgow, Pottery Estate, Hermitage Flat, and Bowenfels. 

Many of our Children go on to attend local schools such as Lithgow Public School and Zigzag Public School, supporting a smooth transition to school.

We offer nurturing care and quality early education for children from 6 weeks to 6 years, with flexible hours (9, 10, 11, and 12-hour sessions) to suit busy families.

Our Learning Environments

Our children benefit from familiar faces as they grow, creating a sense of continuity:

  • Nursery (0-2 years): A safe, nurturing environment for babies to explore with tailored sensory and social experiences.
  • Toddler (2-3 years): Play-based learning encourages curiosity, confidence, and social skills.
  • Preschool (3-6 years): A stimulating learning environment that prepares our children for school through our Enhanced Learning Program.

We’re proud to have qualified teachers and educators, supported by a team of national education experts, ensuring the highest quality childcare and early education.

Innovative Early Learning Programs

Our teachers deliver the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF or the national curriculum) through play-based learning that covers language, literacy, numeracy, STEM, social, and emotional development. Our program also includes:

  • Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR), an evidence-based program developed by Queensland University of Technology to support children’s executive function and self-regulation.
  • Environmental and social sustainability learning experiences.
  • Personalised learning plans for each child.
  • Local school connections.

We focus on strong family partnerships through regular learning and development conversations with your child’s lead educator, learning showcases, and in-centre family events. Our Xplor app provides real-time updates and learning summaries daily to keep you informed on your child’s journey.

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Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Our centre offers the NSW Government-approved "Start Strong" Preschool Program, providing 600 hours of quality preschool education annually for children aged 3–5 years. This program includes fee relief funding to make early childhood education more affordable for families.

Our Enhanced Learning Program for Preschool children focuses on:

  • Numeracy & Literacy: Developing key skills for lifelong learning.
  • Self-Regulation: Fostering emotional control and resilience.
  • Social & Emotional Development: Supporting independence and building healthy relationships.
  • Creativity & Problem-Solving: Encouraging curiosity and critical thinking.

With extended hours and a year-round program (excluding public holidays), our Preschool program is delivered by qualified Early Childhood Teachers committed to supporting your child’s individual development.

Additional Benefits Include:

  • Government subsidy: Further reduces out-of-pocket Preschool fees in addition to your eligible Childcare Subsidy (CCS).
  • Personalised Learning Plans: Tailored to your child’s unique needs.
  • Rhythm and Resilience Program: Music and movement to improve emotional regulation.
  • School Readiness: Preparing your child for a smooth transition to school.

We also engage with local schools and provide transition statements, ensuring your child feels confident and prepared for the next steps in their education journey. Stay connected with your child’s progress via our Xplor platform, which offers regular updates on their learning and development.

About the Curriculum

About the Curriculum

“Let the child be the scriptwriter, director and the actor in their own play” - Magda Gerber

Nursery Space: 6 weeks – 2 years

Learning starts from before birth, and our Educators have created a welcoming and nurturing nursery environment where each baby feels safe to explore and discover new things - through their senses, their communication and cues (body language, facial expression and sounds) and through experimentation. On any given day you can see the nursery children engaging in all types of play including sensory play, music time, story time and more. Every day provides a brand new, exciting adventure for our babies to support their development, learning and wellbeing.

Toddler Space: 2 - 3 years

Our teachers and educators encourage the children to learn through play to help enhance their sensory-motor development. This happens through carefully planned music, dance, games, role playing and reading experiences.

On any given day the Toddlers can be seen developing their numeracy by building a tower, sorting objects, pointing and identifying shapes and patterns and participating in counting songs and games.

Children in our toddler space are encouraged to participate in group play. Group play is important as it helps our toddlers develop important social skills such as, turn-taking, developing self-confidence and emotional self-regulation. Our skilled team helps children through talking, planning and role modelling.

Preschool Space: 3 – 6 years

Preschool is a unique time for learning with peers and developing skills for later learning including confidence and curiosity, important skills for starting school. Our play-based program has school readiness at its core, encouraging active engagement in learning and supporting a range of positive developmental outcomes including resilience, independence, critical thinking and creativity.

The oral language supports literacy learning and a child’s oral language ability is the best predictor for later success in learning to read and write. Hearing the sounds within a language is the first critical step for all literacy learning. Our team supports our Preschool children's literacy development by engaging in rich discussions, reading, storytelling, dramatic play and experimentation all of which introduce new vocabulary as part of everyday conversations.

Throughout the Preschool year, children use their language to share ideas, ask questions, express themselves, and connect with peers and adults in social settings.

Social-emotional skills, including the ability to self-regulate emotions, are supported through group learning experiences. Our team supports each child’s social and emotional development by labelling and talking about emotions and supporting appropriate responses as together, they engage in new and challenging situations. Our goal in the Preschool year is to prepare children and families for a smooth transition to primary school.

Health and Nutrition

Health and Nutrition

Our centre chef prepares and cooks nutritious meals daily, catering to the unique dietary requirements of every child. We believe that by encouraging active participation (such as growing their own fruit and vegetables, preparing, and finally cooking!) children learn to appreciate and understand the importance of healthy eating across a wide variety of food.

Our centre offers seasonal whole food-based menus – created to delight the fussiest eaters.

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First Grammar Lithgow Reviews (18)

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Alex

Dec, 2025

My daughter has been attending First Grammar for years now, and the centre has never been better with all the new changes that have come with the recent change of management. The pictures I receive daily of my daughter playing and learning are so great, she always looks like she is having the time of her life and doing meaningful and fun things. The educators are so welcoming and lovely to my family and my daughter loves them all so much! ❤️

Response from the owner 02 Dec 2025

Hi A, Thank you for the glowing 5-star review! We’re overjoyed that you found our centre to be better now with all the new changes. Knowing that our efforts are appreciated truly inspires us to keep striving for excellence. Kind regards, The First Grammar Team

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Greg Findlay

Nov, 2025

This review is absolutely no reflection on the Child care services provided. I can not make opinion on the services offered as I have never had a child attend this center. This review is based on the business itself and responsibility to manage waste and resources. My partner and others have previously approached staff about the volume of toys and rubbish that are thrown through or over the fence onto neighbouring streets and neighbouring properties. On all occasions this was shrugged off, with a seemingly 'don't care' attitude and this attitude is also evident after seeing staff walk straight by discarded toys and rubbish after work. There seems to have been no change after these discussions. I note that some rubbish and toys has been observed making it's way into the gutter which then washes into our creeks and waterways. Unless this changes, I am going to the EPA on this matter. I have also heard of damage to a vehicle after a toy was flicked up from the roadway. Apart from the above it is rather unsightly. I am happy to change this review or delete it if the situation changes, however if it doesn't I will be contacting the EPA in regard to the issue.

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Tezza

Nov, 2025

Lithgow first grammar is such a amazing daycare centre. That has recently welcomed a new manager Lorraine who has definitely made brilliant and amazing changes new play equipment 🙏 new gardens 💓 . The staff Hayley Sarah etc are truly beautiful and kristy is such a wonderful chef cooking 👩‍🍳 fabulous meals for our little ones . My granddaughter absolutely loves going to Lithgow first grammar. Keep up all the dedicated work Lorraine and team 💓💯❤️

Response from the owner 13 Nov 2025

Hi Tezza, Thank you for the glowing 5-star review! We’re overjoyed that you have had such an amazing experience and that your granddaughter absolutely loves going. Knowing that our efforts are appreciated truly inspires us to keep striving for excellence. Kind regards, The First Grammar Team

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