What to expect on a centre tour

A centre tour is the perfect way to experience your centre of choice, seeing a world where children are inspired to explore, learn and grow. We often have parents tell us that “the vibe” is the most important factor for them when choosing a centre. Upon walking into our centre, you may immediately know that it’s the perfect fit for your family; we encourage you to follow your gut instinct on this, asking us any questions you have along the way. We strive to offer a memorable and authentic tour, tailored to each family. If you would like to book a tour at our centre, call us on 02 9838 0380 today!

Child Care Subsidy (CCS)

Making early learning more affordable.

What is the Child Care Subsidy (CCS)?

he Child Care Subsidy (CCS) makes early childhood learning more affordable for many Australian families. The below guide should help you help break down how the benefit works for you and your family.

Eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) depends on a number of factors, including;

  1. How much "work related activity" you and your partner undertake each fortnight. The entitlement is based on the person who does the lower amount of activity.
  2. Your combined family income. The higher the income, the less subsidy you are entitled to generally.
  3. The type of early childhood education or child care undertaken.

For more in depth information, on the rules and regulations around the administration of the CCS please visit the Services Australia website.

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AT First Sight

We enrol a family at Little Explorers not just the child. This belief ensures that family feel connected and valued during their enrolment at Little Explorers.

Our foundation for a child’s time at Little Explorers Ermington is the development of strong relationships with each child and their family. Respectful and collaborative relationships provide children with a sense of belonging, which supports their learning journey in early childhood.

We provide a preschool program for children aged 3-5 years and a school readiness program for children aged 4-5 years.

Our rooms are designed based on children’s ages and their stage of development. This ensures that your child will have the opportunity to learn and grow across all areas during their time at our centre.

We are open
Monday to Friday
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
52 weeks of the year.

Centre will be closed on the NSW public holidays.

Programs

INFANT CARE

Age : Under 2 Years Old
Young children need lots of love and extra special care, and our Infant Care program provides just that for children under 2 years of age. Each dedicated infant room is a comfortable space filled with nurturing surroundings and loving care.

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TODDLER CARE

Age : 2-3 Years Old
For a toddler, the world is a magical place, full of constant learning and exploration. When caring for toddlers, we support their adventure while providing positive emotional guidance to help them understand the boundaries of their growing independence.

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PRESCHOOL CARE

Age : 3-5 Years Old
As children reach three years of age and begin to come into their own, it is important that they have time and space to explore their independence in a safe and supportive environment.
Our school readiness program, with qualified teachers, is aimed at preparing our young people for big school/kindergarten.

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Compliance and Quality History

Learn more about our service’s compliance record and commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards in early education.

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What our parents think

Nisha Maharjan

Friendly and homely environment. Children are happy to be in care and staffs are helpful.

R K

great service, very friendly and all around would recommend to any parent

Erin Aye

My two children have been attending this childcare centre for nearly a year now and I am very happy with their service. My kids have settled in well and are always excited to go. We decided to put our children in daycare to assist in our two year old's language development and to assist in improving our one year old's separation anxiety, and both have made a significant improvement in such a short time. They update their app regularly to keep you informed of the learning activities they implement with the children and always keep me updated with any issues. The director is lovely and staff members are friendly and helpful.

Ge Eva

All the staff nice and friendly.

Working together is how the best learning happens, and we're here for your child and you.

Little Explorers is family owned and developed, well known for its quality of education and care and also the quality of its educators who provide an entirely family-oriented approach to early education and care. We act as an extension of home and provide an environment where children feel loved, accepted and secure.

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INFANT CARE

(Under 2 Years)

Young children need lots of love and extra special care, and our Infant Care program provides just that for children under 2 years of age. Each dedicated infant room is a comfortable space filled with nurturing surroundings and loving care. Our program offers one-on-one and group activities, gentle play, and safe exploration. It stimulates the development of young minds without being overwhelming.

Each infant’s needs differ, so we follow flexible routines for babies under 12 months. There are areas for sleep, relaxation, personal space, and opportunities for outdoor experiences in the fresh air. You won’t miss out on all the little milestones - each child has a personal learning journal that captures their journey as it unfolds.Educators in our infant rooms are committed to creating a safe and nurturing atmosphere where babies can explore and interact with their environment and peers. 

Educators encourage and support children’s physical development, language and literacy, cognitive and general knowledge, approaches to learning, social and emotional development, and creative expression through healthy interactions with other infants and adults.

WHAT TO BRING

  • Bottles filled and labelled
  • Labelled sipper cup/water bottle
  • Sun hat / winter hat
  • Change of clothes
  • Cot sheets
  • Comforter(s)
  • Any medication or cream (labelled and with authorisation form, if required)

TODDLER CARE

(2-3 YEARS)

For a toddler, the world is a magical place, full of constant learning and exploration. When caring for toddlers, we support their adventure while providing positive emotional guidance to help them understand the boundaries of their growing independence.

We provide structure to little lives through a consistent routine, including free play, intentional play, group times for music and language, and outdoor experiences. Our encouraging and nurturing educators are sensitive to the individual needs of each toddler’s social and emotional development. Each child also has a personal learning journal, allowing you to follow them on their exciting journey of self-discovery.

Educators in our toddler rooms focus on self-soothing and self-regulation techniques, promoting independence, motor skill development, and coordination. Curiosity and imagination are where learning begins. Educators observe and assess children daily in the areas of physical development, language and literacy, social and emotional development, and creative arts.

WHAT TO BRING

  • Bottles filled and labelled
  • Labelled sipper cup/water bottle
  • Sun hat / winter hat
  • Change of clothes
  • Comforter(s)
  • Any medication or cream (labelled, with authorisation if required)

PRESCHOOL CARE

(3-5 YEARS)

As children reach three years of age and begin to come into their own, it is important that they have time and space to explore their independence in a safe and supportive environment. We support the development of autonomy and a positive attitude towards learning.
 
TRANSITION TO SCHOOL PROGRAM
We recognise that starting school is a significant change for both children and their families. To ease this transition, our educators speak about school in a positive and encouraging way, reinforcing healthy attitudes and providing opportunities for discussion and reassurance.


Our curriculum incorporates school readiness experiences such as lunchbox days, school uniform show and tell, and the gradual development of independence skills required for "big school”. These experiences are embedded over time in the preschool room - not as a crash course, but through everyday practices that strengthen children’s readiness for school.

TRANSITION TO SCHOOL INFORMATION SESSIONS
Transitioning to school is one of the biggest milestones for children and families. Building strong relationships between early childhood services and schools before children begin kindergarten supports a smooth and confident transition. It also enables information-sharing between families and schools prior to commencement.

As part of our Transition to School Program, we host school readiness information sessions for families in June and again in September. These sessions provide essential information to assist with both the transition process and decisions about school readiness. We also offer guidance on how you can support your child’s readiness at home in partnership with what they are learning at Little Explorers.

NSW TRANSITION TO SCHOOL STATEMENT
The NSW Transition to School Statement is prepared by educators with input from children and families. This document is provided to your child’s teacher in the following year and contains important information to support a successful and confident start to school.

GRADUATION
We hold a special graduation celebration at the end of the year for our school leavers. This event marks a significant milestone in the children’s lives as we come together to celebrate their achievements and the end of a memorable year.

WHAT TO BRING

  • Bottles filled and labelled
  • Labelled sipper cup/water bottle
  • Sun hat / winter hat
  • Change of clothes
  • Comforter(s)
  • Any medication or cream (labelled, with authorisation if required)