18th March, 2026.
'The hope of the nation lies in its children.' Since its opening 50 years ago on 6 March 1976, Mittagong Preschool has upheld this mantra by providing first class early childhood education to the children of the Southern Highlands. Mittagong Preschool, a not-for-profit community based preschool, began with a donation of land from Frensham School founder Winifred West and a fundraising effort by local mothers to build the preschool and establish the parent committee. The following generations of parents are ever grateful for their altruistic and forward thinking efforts, and for over 50 years, this preschool has not wavered in its commitment to the children, their families and the community. The staff, led by director of over 25 years Pauline Iacono, are dedicated to supporting the development and well-being of each individual child. As we celebrate the achievement of the preschool's half-century, let us give thanks for the staff who give their all every day, the committee of mothers that raised the funds for the preschool's construction, and the parents today who entrust their children to the preschool's care. Congratulations Mittagong Preschool on 50 years of being an integral part of our community.
