For parents and carers

  • Find your closest Flying Start service

    This tool helps you find services that have partnered with the South Australian Government to deliver 3-year-old preschool from 2026.
  • Give your child a Flying Start with 3-year-old preschool

    From 2026, families across South Australia will start gaining access to a new teacher-led 3-year-old preschool program. The program is designed to help every child build confidence, curiosity and the skills they need to thrive in learning and in life.  
  • Roll-out of 3-year-old preschool

    Universal 3-year-old preschool will be introduced in stages between 2026 and 2032. The number of services offering 3-year-old preschool will grow from 2026 as we build our workforce and more early childhood infrastructure.
  • Supporting your child to grow and learn

    A great early childhood experience helps with building language and concepts, making friends and treating others well, our physical health and skills, and enhancing a strong sense of culture and belonging.
  • Empowering Aboriginal Children

    Aboriginal children have the right to grow up strong, connected to Culture, identity and Community.
  • Free child health and development checks

    Free health and development checks, including age-appropriate screening activities, are available for children from birth to 5 years living in South Australia.