Childcare and preschool in West Ryde, NSW
- Long daycare and Preschool for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years in Denistone, Ryde, Putney, North Ryde and Melrose Park in Sydney. Convenient location opposite Anzac Park.
- Spacious outdoor learning environments featuring sensory and edible gardens, climbing equipment and obstacle courses, supporting active and nature-based play.
- Engaging indoor learning spaces including storytelling corners, light and shadow play areas and open-ended materials, as well as a SMART board in the preschool room.
- Small group learning approach providing individual attention to support each child’s confidence and development.
- Longstanding and multicultural educator team, speaking Mandarin, Vietnamese, Hindi and Cantonese, with strong continuity of care.
- Government-approved Preschool program, delivered by Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers, supporting school readiness and confident transitions to school.
- Enrichment programs as part of the daily fee, including sports, dance, cooking classes, yoga and regular nature walks.
- Fresh, healthy meals prepared daily, supporting children’s nutrition and wellbeing.
Why you’ll love Headstart West Ryde
Spacious outdoor environments
Passionate, qualified educators
Nappies and wipes provided
Chef-prepared meals
Individual learning plans
Government-approved Preschool program
Family communication app
Extended/flexible hours
Allergy and anaphylaxis aware
Incursions/excursions
Sports program
Language program
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NSW Government–approved Preschool program
At our West Ryde early learning centre, your child will benefit from the NSW “Start Strong” program as part of our enriched preschool offering. Our school readiness program focuses on the whole child, nurturing cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. We build strong academic foundations through engaging programs like Literacy Love, Math in Motion, and STEM Sparks, sparking curiosity and early problem-solving. Social-emotional learning is embedded daily, helping children develop emotional intelligence, independence, and group skills. Fine and gross motor development is supported through handwriting preparation and movement-based play that builds body confidence. Children also develop real-world readiness by learning routines, taking responsibility, and connecting with the local community. Led by a qualified Early Childhood Teacher, our preschool program supports children’s wellbeing, development, and confidence as they prepare for school and beyond.
The added benefits of our preschool program include:
- Extended long day care opening hours
- Open all year round (excluding public holidays)
- Programs developed and delivered by our Early Childhood Teachers
- Exclusive music and movement program for self-regulation
We’re all about healthy, nutritious eating
Thanks to the in-house chef at our West Ryde child care centre, your child can expect healthy, nutritious, and yummy meals. We offer a rotating seasonal menu, providing breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack freshly made daily. We cater to all dietary requirements.
Inclusive support for every child
At our West Ryde early education centre, we support each child’s learning journey by recognising their unique strengths, interests, and needs. Using regular observations, the EYLF framework, and ongoing documentation and reflection, our educators tailor experiences through interest-based projects and flexible groupings. We work closely with families to set meaningful goals, ensuring their voices are reflected in each child’s Individual Learning Plan.
For children with additional needs or those learning English as an additional language, we provide personalised inclusion plans and adapt our environment to ensure accessibility and comfort. Our trained educators facilitate small-group language play, embed cultural diversity into daily practice, and use inclusive teaching strategies that build connection, confidence, and a sense of belonging. Through family collaboration and play-based flexibility, we create an environment where every child is supported to grow and thrive.
Fees
The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family’s entitlements.
Nursery
0 – 2 years
$192.75/day
Toddler
2 – 4 years
$191.70/day
Preschool
4 – 5 years
$190.65/day
Child Care Subsidy Estimator
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Matrix Out of Pocket Cost
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*Kindergarten/preschool subsidy applied: $0.00
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Frequently asked questions
A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule. Click here to book a tour online.
On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.
Enrolling is simple, and our Family Support Team will guide you through each step.
First, find your local centre and book a tour so you can meet the team and explore the learning environment. If the centre is the right fit and a place is available, you’ll receive an enrolment offer for your child. If a place is not currently available in your child’s age group, we can add your child to the waitlist and keep you updated.
To finalise your enrolment, you’ll complete an online enrolment form through a secure link sent by our Family Support Team. You’ll also need to provide key details and documents, including your child’s birth certificate, Medicare details, immunisation history statement and, if eligible, your Child Care Subsidy details.
Before your child’s first day, you may be invited to attend a Stay and Play session. This gives your child time to explore the centre, meet their educators, and start feeling comfortable in their new environment. Once your paperwork is complete, your child is ready to start their early learning journey with us.
Starting child care is a big milestone, and a little preparation can help your child feel more comfortable and confident.
Before your child’s first day, you can talk positively about their new centre, explain what their day might look like, and practise small routines such as packing their bag, saying goodbye, washing hands and sitting down for meals. You may also like to visit the centre with your child, meet their educators and ask our team about what to bring on the first day.
When your child starts, our educators will take the time to get to know your child’s routine, interests, comfort items and individual needs. Settling in looks different for every child, so we work closely with families to help children feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.
For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits, spare socks and a plastic bag for wet clothes.
For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits, spare socks and a plastic bag for wet clothes.
Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.
It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.
Headstart uses Xplor Home as our family communication app. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day.
After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.
If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, Headstart is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.
Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation.
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We look forward to welcoming your family.