Rose Bay Village Childcare & Preschool
Campus Overview
Only About Children Rose Bay Village is more than childcare; it’s a nurturing community where children thrive. Our campus offers a comforting environment that feels like home. With an onsite kitchen serving nutritious meals, a library, and a Zen room hosting Spanish classes and occupational therapy sessions, every aspect supports your child’s growth.
Families at our Rose Bay Village campus enjoy –
- Large outdoor play areas, each with undercover spaces – including a large sandpit and a bike track.
- Our age-based indoor spaces are specifically 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 local artist visits, exciting excursions, and regular outings to supermarkets and libraries. We also engage with local businesses and cultural groups, nurturing values of empathy and respect. Partnerships with schools and local community gardens enrich learning experiences.
- 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 Rose Bay Village, 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.
Where to find us
We are located at 25 – 27 Newcastle Street Rose Bay, not far from New South Head Road. With onsite parking available, families can enjoy a smooth drop off and pick up every visit. We are conveniently located near public transport with our closest bus stops only a 2-3-minute walk in either direction.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call today us on 138 622.
Rose Bay Village Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Rose Bay Village Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Rose Bay Village Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.
The Rose Bay Village 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 Rose Bay Village 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
Rose Bay Village Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Rose Bay Village 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 Rose Bay Village 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
Rose Bay Village Preschool (3-5 years)
Only About Children Rose Bay Village 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.
Rose Bay Village 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
Rose Bay Village Campus Educators
Bianca Betheldo
Campus Director
Bianca brings over a decade of experience and an unshakable passion for early childhood education. Her love for pedagogy, community, and sustainability shines through in everything she does. For Bianca, building a vibrant, inclusive, and evolving community is at the heart of her role. She believes that when children, families, and educators work together in a trusted environment, everyone thrives.
Bianca’s passion extends beyond education to a love for food and laughter. Known for her homemade salami and her knack for bringing people together, she cherishes moments that celebrate individuality and togetherness. With a core belief in the power of inclusion, Bianca is committed to fostering a community where everyone feels valued, safe, and inspired to learn and grow. Her approach as a director is deeply personal and rooted in a vision of sustainable practices, strong relationships, and joy in learning—qualities that make her a beloved leader at Only About Children, Rose Bay Village.
Childcare Subsidy
For more information, visit our Childcare Subsidy Information (CCS)
Our Learning Spaces
Contact Us
- Open hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am – 6:00pm
- Phone: 138 622
- 25 Newcastle St, Rose Bay NSW 2029
Meet our Campus Director
Bianca Betheldo
Bianca brings over a decade of experience and an unshakable passion for early childhood education. Her love for pedagogy, community, and sustainability shines through in everything she does. For Bianca, building a vibrant, inclusive, and evolving community is at the heart of her role. She believes that when children, families, and educators work together in a trusted environment, everyone thrives.
Bianca’s passion extends beyond education to a love for food and laughter. Known for her homemade salami and her knack for bringing people together, she cherishes moments that celebrate individuality and togetherness. With a core belief in the power of inclusion, Bianca is committed to fostering a community where everyone feels valued, safe, and inspired to learn and grow. Her approach as a director is deeply personal and rooted in a vision of sustainable practices, strong relationships, and joy in learning—qualities that make her a beloved leader at Only About Children, Rose Bay Village.
Bianca brings over a decade of experience and an unshakable passion for early childhood education. Her love for pedagogy, community, and sustainability shines through in everything she does. For Bianca, building a vibrant, inclusive, and evolving community is at the heart of her role. She believes that when children, families, and educators work together in a trusted environment, everyone thrives.
Bianca’s passion extends beyond education to a love for food and laughter. Known for her homemade salami and her knack for bringing people together, she cherishes moments that celebrate individuality and togetherness. With a core belief in the power of inclusion, Bianca is committed to fostering a community where everyone feels valued, safe, and inspired to learn and grow. Her approach as a director is deeply personal and rooted in a vision of sustainable practices, strong relationships, and joy in learning—qualities that make her a beloved leader at Only About Children, Rose Bay Village.