Newport Childcare & Kindergarten

Reviews from Google

Ashleigh Close 1724352402

Have had absolutely nothing but great experiences from this place. The staff are caring and attentive towards the children creating a nurturing and safe environment. The variety of activities that are offered to the children, and the way that everything is explained on how and why these activities help to promote learning and development is fantastic. The facilities and centre itself is always well-maintained with an exceptional cleanliness. My son is absolutely thriving here and looks forward to coming here. The staff are friendly from the moment you walk in the door. Anyone is more than happy to help me, if I ever need it. Also - my son has NEVER had a single item of his go missing, which I think is just an added bonus I was never expecting. This place has exceeded my expectations and seems to do so more and more each day as my son continues to attend here. Lastly, I feel I need to mention this again - the staff truly do care about the children!! It's incredible and puts you right at ease when sending them off to daycare.

Sarah Carmody 1660106494

Throughout our time at OAC, I have found the facility to be everything we’ve been looking for, the pre kinder room has highly experienced educators who provide excellent educational activities for the kids. I’ve found since my child has attended she has learnt a lot through their ongoing programs.Additionally, they have been accommodating in so many ways including supporting us through extra childcare day and providing alternate food options for my fussy eater.I would highly recommend this facility to future families who are searching for childcare in the area.

hayat beik 1652240359

Amazing Educators and great management. it really does take a village to raise a child and this is exactly what the Educators do day in and day out for my little girl. The education and care is of high quality and my little girl is thriving at the Newport centre.

MARIA JOSE BOTERO OCAMPO 1651303722

Teachers are excellent running activities with the babies, everyone is caring to offer a great experience.

Michael Stachowiak 1632787427

Great staff. Excellent communication. Happy children.

Cushla Bowler 1505898831

We have tried a few daycares in the area for our 3 year old and Bright Steps is head and shoulders above the others. The staff are friendly and always welcoming and our son absolutely loves the activities and learning he receives. The communication from staff about our child's progress is superb. I would absolutely recommend this centre to others

Carlieanne Loughron 1505109964

I popped my daughter in here at the last minute a few months back, And it is the best last minute decision I have ever made. The educators are brilliant, they are so attentive, educational and nurturing. My LO has the best time whilst being here and she has learned so much in such a short period of time.I also love the story park app that keeps parents updated all the time, it is brilliant to be informed all the time of what they are learning when us parents can't be there.Thanks guys :)

Clare Fidalgo 1504867620

Having been at the centre for 4 years and seeing our boys progress from babies into pre kinder rooms I cannot recommend bright steps enough, this wonderful centre is well managed and has very little staff turnover meaning many of the educators teach siblings. Communication is second to none and the educational program of the children engaging and relevant. I highly recommend this centre!

Titan Plumbing Services 1504845966

My Daughter has been going to Bright Steps now for the past two years. We could not be happier with the centre and the educators. The Variety of special experiences that the children do are exceptional. I will definitely be sending my baby there next year!

Campus Overview

Only About Children Newport has three outdoor play spaces, each dedicated to a different age-group so that the children have plenty of room to lead their own play through adventure, exploration and creativity. We have an abundance of great resources outside, including sandpits, forts, other climbing equipment and vegetable gardens. Our six indoor spaces are specifically designed to encourage children to learn and grow with a focus on safety and natural elements.

Children at our Newport campus enjoy –

Our expansive, dedicated outdoor play spaces that include sandpits, forts, other climbing equipment and vegetable gardens with plenty of space for children to explore, create and lead their own play.
Our age-based indoor spaces that have been specifically created to encourage children in their learning and growth, with a focus on safety and natural elements.
Getting out into our local community through planned excursions and community activities that build on our educational curriculum and the children’s interests. These include include regular walks to Newport Lakes where the ranger meets us. Here our children get to explore the lake and the wildlife.

Passionate educators and allied health specialists who are focused on creating a learning space where families and children can learn and grow together.
A leading nutrition, health and wellbeing offering which includes a Dietitian designed seasonal menu and fresh meals prepared daily in-house by our campus cooks
All-inclusive offering including our daily app diary updates, nappies, formula, bedding, sunscreen and more.

At Only About Children Newport, we offer More Than Childcare. Our unique approach to early years learning goes beyond education to encompass the health, social development and wellbeing of every child in our care. We call it The OAC Way.

Our innovative play-based Grow Curriculum gives Nursery, Toddler and Kindergarten children the best opportunity to develop their growing minds during their early years. It includes:

Left Brain Logic – Literacy & Language, Exploration & STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering & Math) and Sustainability
Right Brain Creativity – Music, Dramatic Play and Art
Health and Wellbeing – Physical Activity and Nutrition
Social Development – Trust, Respect & Relationship and Resilience & Mindfulness

Our Grow curriculum is delivered via intentional teaching in dynamic small group learning environments where children’s successes, skills and challenges are monitored on an ongoing basis.

OAC Flexi (occasional care) is available at our Newport Campus. This option is for families wishing to utilise occasional or back up childcare at short notice. OAC Flexi is available in 2 sessions, full day or part day and is available for children aged 12 weeks – 5 years old.

Age-based indoor spaces

Our age-based indoor spaces have been specifically created to encourage children in their learning and growth, with a focus on safety and natural elements

Indoor Learning Spaces

Our unique approach to childcare goes beyond education to encompass the health and total wellbeing of every child.

More than childcare. A place to grow

Our Grow Curriculum is designed by our in-house Education and Health specialists and tailored for Nursery, Toddler and Preschool/Kindergarten children.

Dedicated outdoor play space

Our expansive, dedicated outdoor play spaces have plenty of space for children to explore, create and lead their own play.

Where to find us

Our purpose-built Campus is located at 82-84 Blackshaws Road, Newport, on the corner of Blackshaws Road and Sutton Street, and just a three-minute walk from our local bus stops. Newport Station is a three–minute drive or an 18-minute walk in the other direction. The gorgeous Newport Lakes Reserve, an expansive park area with picnic areas, playground and water features, is only a 10-minute walk away. Our closest schools are Spotswood Primary School and Newport Lakes Primary School. With plenty of onsite parking, families can be sure of a smooth drop off and pick up every visit.

Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call us today on 138 622.

Newport Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)

At Only About Children Newport Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Newport Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.

The Newport Nursery focuses on safe sleep practices developed by qualified Family Health Nurses and Consultants. Our nursery is a safe and stimulating environment that encourages your child to explore and play and implements both structure and a nurturing environment with our exceptional caregiving and play routines.

Our Newport Nursery Program includes:

Age 6 weeks -2 years appropriate indoor/outdoor learning environments.
Sleeping rooms with a focus on positive sleep practices.
Dietitian designed baby menus with all meals and snacks included.
Baby essentials such as nappies, cots, linen, and sunscreen.
Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning – Grow curriculum

For more information, download the Only About Children Nursery Room Guide

OAC Nursery Room Guide

Newport Toddlers (2-3 years)

Our Only About Children Newport campus is focused on giving your child a calm and welcoming environment that balances play, exploration, and learning. Our Toddler rooms are led by passionate educators who create play-based learning activities designed to provide toddler-aged children with nurturing experiences that encourage growth and development.

Our Toddler rooms are safe, supportive spaces that facilitate creative exploration. Each space is expertly designed to encourage younger children to explore, solve problems, create, construct and interact with peers.

Our Newport Toddler program includes:

Age 2-3 years of appropriate learning and playing environments.
Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning – Grow curriculum
Small group learning activities.
Dietitian designed menus with all meals and snacks included.
Calm sleeping and resting rooms.

For more information, download the Only About Children Toddler Room Guide

OAC Toddler Room Guide

Newport Kindergarten (3-5 years)

Only About Children Newport Kindergarten is focused on creating quality experiences that place your child in the best position to begin school. Our nurturing kindergarten educators give special emphasis on building school-ready skills, such as Literacy & Language, Exploration & STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering & Math), Sustainability, Music, Dramatic Play and Art. We aim to make your child’s transition to school as smooth as possible by providing balanced, small group learning activities that build independence and resilience along with academic skills.

Our team of highly-skilled educators and health specialists work together to create an integrated journey that enhances your child’s learning and development. Individual learning plans are created to empower each child with skills that will help them reach their full academic and social potential.

We use the Kinder Tick at Only About Children Newport because we’re an approved provider of a Victorian Government funded kindergarten program. That means our service delivers a play-based learning program, led by a qualified early childhood teacher.

Helpful Info

Childcare Subsidy

For more information, visit our Childcare Subsidy Information (CCS)