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Sayeda Ruqayah Academy

Their next chapter
starts with hello.

Fees, session times, enrolment, parent questions and contact details, all in one helpful place.
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Your preschool week,
made simple.

Two days of faith, friendship and little discoveries.
Preschool program

$600

per school term
Monday & Tuesday
9:30 am to 2:30 pm

$300 deposit

Required to secure a place.

$100 enrolment fee

One-time fee, including one uniform T-shirt.

Ages 3 and 4

Children must be at least 3 years old and toilet trained.
Following NSW public school terms. Please confirm current fees, session availability and how the deposit is applied with the academy before making a payment.

Planning your term.

Term-time learning

The academy follows NSW public school terms and does not operate during school holidays. Confirm upcoming start dates and available places directly with the team.

Payment arrangements

Full term payment is due at the beginning of each term, no later than week 1. Payment plans are not currently offered. Full term fees apply for one-day attendance and partial-term attendance.
1

Say salaam

Tell us about your child and ask about current places, session days and fees.
2

Share your interest

Complete the academy’s expression-of-interest form when you are ready to provide your family’s details.
3

Plan their beginning

The academy will discuss availability, final details and the enrolment arrangements with your family.
Children using hands-on literacy materials at Sayeda Ruqayah Academy

Before they begin.

  • At least 3 years old and toilet trained.
  • Meals, snacks and a spare change of clothes.
  • Discuss allergies and any required allergy action plan.
  • Confirm collection arrangements with the academy.
Please contact the academy to confirm current enrolment availability before completing the form or making a payment.

Your questions, answered.

The everyday details that help your family feel ready for preschool.
Who is the preschool for?
We welcome children aged 3 and 4. Children must be at least 3 years old and toilet trained before starting.
Where is the academy?
You’ll find us in Auburn, Sydney, close to Auburn Botanic Gardens. Contact the academy for the exact location and arrival details.
What do children learn?
Children explore Shia Islamic values, Quran learning, Arabic, early literacy and numeracy, imaginative play and school readiness. These experiences come together in ways suited to young children.
What are the days and hours?
Our program runs on Mondays and Tuesdays, 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. Please confirm available sessions with the academy when enquiring.
Does preschool run during school holidays?
No. We follow NSW public school terms and do not run during school holidays.
What are the fees?
The fee is $600 per term. A $300 deposit is required to secure a place, and a one-time $100 enrolment fee includes one uniform T-shirt. Contact us to confirm current fees, availability and how the deposit is applied before paying.
Can my child attend one day or part of a term?
One-day attendance can be arranged, with the full $600 term fee still payable. Full term fees also apply for partial attendance, including travel. Please discuss your family’s needs with the academy before enrolling.
When are fees due?
Full term payment is due at the beginning of the term, no later than week 1. Payment plans are not currently offered.
What should my child bring?
Please provide your child’s meals and snacks, along with a spare change of clothes. Discuss any individual needs with us before your child starts.
How are allergies handled?
Families provide food. Please keep the preschool’s nut-free requirements in mind, provide any required allergy action plan, and discuss allergies and medical needs with us before enrolling.
Can someone else collect my child?
Yes. Please notify the administration team both in writing and verbally, and confirm the authorised collection arrangements.
Can I arrange a late drop-off or early collection?
Yes. Please speak with the team about late drop-offs or early collection so they know when to expect your child.
Are observation days offered?
Observation days are not currently offered. Contact us to discuss preschool and your child’s settling-in needs before making an enrolment decision.
Can I stay with my child while they settle?
We recommend a drop-off approach to help children settle into the preschool routine. Please discuss your child’s needs and the settling-in arrangements with the team.
Who teaches the children?
Please contact the academy for current educator information and any questions about qualifications or your child’s learning.
Children learning together in the Sayeda Ruqayah Academy classroom

Let’s start a conversation.

Call us

Our community

Auburn, Sydney, close to Auburn Botanic Gardens.
Contact the academy for the exact location and arrival details.

Thinking about preschool?

Start with a conversation about your child and current availability. The academy’s expression-of-interest form is available when you’re ready to share more details.
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