2027 school enrolments now open


Apply via the ACT Government website by 5 June 2026 to get an offer as early as 3 August 2026. Questions? Call the Enrolment Helpline on 6205 5429.

Southern Cross Early Childhood School

Southern Cross Early Childhood School is situated in Scullin in the Belconnen region of the ACT. The school caters for children from birth to eight years, and offers integrating services including child care, Preschool to Year 2 education and a range of community programs.

Watch this video to find out more about Southern Cross Early Childhood School: https://youtu.be/xYwJqJSLyMQ

The School is built on the land of the Ngunnawal people. The contribution of the traditional owners of the land is acknowledged at all school functions.

The school ensures continuity for children in both their learning and relationships during their early years. The School's motto, "From Little Things Big Things Grow", encapsulates the value placed on providing a caring and nurturing environment for our young children to grow and develop into active and successful members of our community. High quality early education is offered through a focus on play-based learning, explicit teaching of literacy and numeracy, science, sustainability, physical education and all aspects of the Arts.

Watch this video to hear more about the benefits of enrolling your child in an Early Childhood School in the ACT: https://youtu.be/h0BmHHMVtRw

Front of School SCECS an Early Childhood School Sensory Courtyard

24 Feb 2026

2027 Preschool Information Tours

Thinking of enrolling your child in 2027?

If your child turns four before 30 April 2027, they are eligible for enrolment in Preschool for the 2027 school year.

Southern Cross Early Childhood School is holding information tours for new families to enable you to see our lovely learning environment and to give you a chance to ask any questions you may have about enrolling at Southern Cross Early Childhood School.

  • Thursday 26 March, 3.30-4.15pm
  • Tuesday 31 March, 9.30-10.15am
  • Monday 11 May 10.00-10.45am
  • Thursday 14 May, 3.30-4.15pm

Enrolment for the 2027 school year will be available from Monday 4 May 2026. Online enrolment forms can be found here: https://www.act.gov.au/education-and-training/find-a-school-and-enrol/enrol-in-a-public-school

To book in for a tour please contact Nicole on nicole.emerton@ed.act.edu.au

16 Oct 2025

2025 WAKAKIRRI Wonders

Southern Cross Early Childhood School participated in Wakakirri - National Story-Dance festival earlier this year. After performing our show 'Walking on a Dream' at The Canberra Theatre Centre we were invited back as State finalists to perform again! This time winning the 'Environment Award' for our message of needing to care for the land we walk on. We were to youngest group of children to perform and the educators at Southern Cross are extremely proud of  our accomplishment.

05 Mar 2025

2026 Preschool Information Tour

Thinking of enrolling your child in 2026?

If your child turns four before 30 April 2026, they are eligible for enrolment in Preschool for the 2026 school year.

Southern Cross Early Childhood School is holding information tours for new families to enable you to see our lovely learning environment and to give you a chance to ask any questions you may have about enrolling at Southern Cross Early Childhood School.

  • Monday 7 April, 9.30-10.15am
  • Thursday 1 May,  3.30-4.15pm
  • Friday 9 May, 10.00-10.45am
  • ADDITIONAL TOUR ADDED  -  Friday 23 May, 10.00-10.45am

Enrolment for the 2026 school year will be available from Tuesday 29 April 2025. Online enrolment forms can be found here: https://www.act.gov.au/education-and-training/find-a-school-and-enrol/enrol-in-a-public-school

To book in for a tour please contact Nicole on nicole.emerton@ed.act.edu.au