About Us

Koalaroo Preschool's mission is to provide a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for Toddlers and Preschool children. Our focus is to provide stimulating early care and educational experiences that promotes each child's social/emotional, physical and cognitive development.

Our goal is to encourage & stimulate children to be life-long learners!


Philosophy

At Koalaroo Preschool, we believe children are entitled to opportunities that support and encourage their emotional, social, cognitive and physical growth and development in a nurturing and supportive environment. We seek to stimulate and develop children's creative thinking and problem-solving skills through both teacher- and child-directed activities. We strive to promote a positive self-image for each child by encouraging exploration, fostering the development of social skills, cultivating friendships, and promoting a strong sense of community. We support, encourage and facilitate a co-operative working relationship with parents in order to meet the needs of the children entrusted to our care.


Testimonials

  • "Dear Annie, Everyday Steve and I have been grateful for you, Chef Steve and the past and present staff at Koalaroo. You have given our girls, and countless other children an incredible start to t..."

    Mindy R.

  • "Mrs. Meechan (and Steve). Words can't express how grateful we all, and our heartfelt thanks for the incredible environment you've continued to create at Koalaroo. It's so clear that your care, visi..."

    The Machado Family

  • "Koalaroo has been a warm, nurturing place for our son. He adores his cool Aussie teacher Mrs. Meechan. Annie brings tons of professional and personal experience to her school. Our son loves Mr. Meecha..."

    Brett and Heather Turner

  • "Annie and Steve are amazing caregivers and I have been amazed by their level of commitment to make Koalaroo an incredible place for my son! I really couldn't ask for more caring, wonderful people to h..."

    Anonymous

  • "I looked all over Barrie to find the perfect school for my daughter, Julia. Thankfully, I found it at Koalaroo. The teachers at Koalaroo provided Julia with a very positive introduction to school an..."

    Sherrie Logan

  • "My son has been attending Koalaroo for 3 years. Annie and Chef Steve have created such a wonderful atmosphere it only yields happy and joyous children. The lessons are constructive and built for each ..."

    Mike K


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