The case for universal, accessible, high-quality preschool Share A new report by the Mitchell Institute suggests that increased investment in pre-school would need to be a central plank of such an agenda. Such investment would more than pay for itself in the long run. Quality preschool can change life trajectories. Louise Kennerley The current fragmented approach to preschool means that cost, access and participation varies significantly around the country. In Western Australia, Tasmania, the Northern Territory and South Australia, preschool is delivered through the public school system wit...