Redfern Childcare & Preschool
Campus Overview
Our purpose-built Campus is located in the Australia Post building at 219-241 Cleveland Street (on the corner of Cleveland and Pitt Street) and parking is conveniently located at the back of the building off Pitt Street. Redfern Station is a short 10-minute walk in one direction and Central Train Station and the light rail, with connections across the wider Sydney, a 10-12-minute walk in the other. Buses also depart from the side and front of the building. We offer both indoor and outdoor parking onsite, along with a pram bay, so families can be sure of a smooth drop off and pick up every visit.
Families at our Redfern campus enjoy –
- Our large simulated outdoor playground and a smaller real outdoor yard with all outdoor equipment. Children can navigate through an obstacle course challenge in the ballpit and sandpit and develop their gross motor skills through bike riding with a state-of-the-art track, offering many sensory experiences.
- Our five age-based indoor spaces are designed to encourage children to learn and grow 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 regular trips to the local park
- 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 Redfern, 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 Preschool 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 Redfern 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.
Where to find us
We are located in the Australia Post building at 219 -241 Cleveland Street (on the corner of Cleveland and Pitt St). To enter the campus, walk through the front of the building and up the stairs/ramp next to the Australia Post shop. Proceed across the courtyard of the corporate tower and through the main glass doors of the tower. Turn right and you will see a sign for the campus. Proceed down the ramp and that will take you to the front door of the campus.
Redfern Station is a short 10-minute walk in one direction and Central Train Station and the light rail, with connections across the wider Sydney, a 10-12-minute walk in the other.
We have 5 childcare centres located in Sydney CBD, please view our Sydney CBD Campus page to see more.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call today us on 138 622.
Redfern Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Redfern Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Redfern Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.
The Redfern 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 Redfern 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
Redfern Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Redfern 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 Redfern 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
Redfern Preschool (3-5 years)
Only About Children Redfern Preschool 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.
Redfern Preschool program
- Provides an innovative curriculum focused on left brain logic and right brain creativity
- Includes both structured and unstructured play-based learning that considers the child’s individual interests and development
- Provides an ‘Individual Learning and Development Plan’ for every child with 6 monthly check-ins with families
- A learning focus from 9am to 3pm to prepare children for typical school hours and routine whilst providing the flexibility of long hours for social development and play
- Is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS) for childcare.
- Includes Health and Social Development support in preparation for school, including complementary Vision Screening
- Is eligible for NSW Start Strong Preschool Funding
For more information, download the Only About Children Preschool Room Guide
Helpful Info
Redfern Campus Educators
Diana Arciniegas
Campus Director
Childcare Subsidy
For more information, visit our Childcare Subsidy Information (CCS)
Our Learning Spaces
Contact Us
- Open hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am – 6:30pm
- Phone: 138 622
- 219-241 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010
Corporate Offer - 10% Off Daily Fee & $0 Enrolment Fee
Under these standards, childcare services are assessed and rated against the seven quality areas, 18 standards, and 58 elements that make up the NQS. Click here to find out more about the NQS quality areas, standards, and elements.
