Turramurra Pentecost Ave Childcare & Preschool
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Our purpose-built three-level Campus is located at 143-145 Pentecost Ave, just a short walk from local bus stops and a 20-minute walk from Turramurra Station. With onsite parking at the front and back of the building, and pram room available, families can be sure of a smooth drop off and pick up every visit. We are close to a number of local schools, including Pymble Public, Sacred Heart and Wahroonga Public School.
Families at our Turramurra Pentecost Ave campus enjoy –
- Five dedicated outdoor play areas, featuring sandpits, gardens, worm farms, mud kitchen and riverbed, our children love having the opportunity to choose how they explore, create and play. We even have plenty of space available for messy painting!
- Celebrating the multi-culturalism of our campus with dedicated team of multilingual educators, with many speaking Cantonese, Mandarin, Persian, Spanish and Korean.
- Connecting with our local community through planned excursions and community activities including regular trips to the nearby shops and cafes, Turramurra Library and Bannockburn Oval. We enjoy strong relationships with Pymble Public School, Wahroonga Public School, Corpus Christi Catholic School and Sacred Heart Catholic School as part of our school readiness program.
- 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 Turramurra Pentecost Ave, 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 Turramurra Pentecost Ave 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 at 143-145 Pentecost Ave, just a short walk from local bus stops and a 20-minute walk from Turramurra Station. With onsite parking at the front and back of the building, and pram room available, families can be sure of a smooth drop off and pick up every visit. We are close to a number of local schools, including Pymble Public, Sacred Heart and Wahroonga Public School.
We have 2 childcare centres located in Turramurra, please view our Turramurra 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.
Turramurra Pentecost Ave Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Turramurra Pentecost Ave Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Turramurra Pentecost Ave Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.
The Turramurra Pentecost Ave 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 Turramurra Pentecost Ave 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
Turramurra Pentecost Ave Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Turramurra Pentecost Ave 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 Turramurra Pentecost Ave 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
Turramurra Pentecost Ave Preschool (3-5 years)
Only About Children Turramurra Pentecost Ave 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.
Turramurra Pentecost Ave 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
Turramurra Pentecost Ave Campus Educators
Lucy Gates
Campus Director
Lucy holds a Bachelor of Education (Birth – 12 years) and has over 11 years experience working in Early Childhood Education. She believes the first 5 years of a child’s life are critical in development and instilling a love of learning, exploration and inquiry, and that is the role of an educator to facilitate this through their relationships, interactions, learning environments and daily practices.
Lucy is a proud local, born and raised in the area and has a passion for baking and craft.
Lucy Gates
Campus Director
Lucy holds a Bachelor of Education (Birth – 12 years) and has over 11 years experience working in Early Childhood Education. She believes the first 5 years of a child’s life are critical in development and instilling a love of learning, exploration and inquiry, and that is the role of an educator to facilitate this through their relationships, interactions, learning environments and daily practices.
Lucy is a proud local, born and raised in the area and has a passion for baking and craft.
Lucy holds a Bachelor of Education (Birth – 12 years) and has over 11 years experience working in Early Childhood Education. She believes the first 5 years of a child’s life are critical in development and instilling a love of learning, exploration and inquiry, and that is the role of an educator to facilitate this through their relationships, interactions, learning environments and daily practices.
Lucy is a proud local, born and raised in the area and has a passion for baking and craft.
Childcare Subsidy
For more information, visit our Childcare Subsidy Information (CCS)
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Contact Us
- Open hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am – 6:00pm
- Phone: 138 622
- 143 – 145 Pentecost Avenue, Turramurra, NSW 2074
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.
Meet our Campus Director
Lucy Gates
Lucy holds a Bachelor of Education (Birth – 12 years) and has over 11 years experience working in Early Childhood Education. She believes the first 5 years of a child’s life are critical in development and instilling a love of learning, exploration and inquiry, and that is the role of an educator to facilitate this through their relationships, interactions, learning environments and daily practices.
Lucy is a proud local, born and raised in the area and has a passion for baking and craft.
Lucy holds a Bachelor of Education (Birth – 12 years) and has over 11 years experience working in Early Childhood Education. She believes the first 5 years of a child’s life are critical in development and instilling a love of learning, exploration and inquiry, and that is the role of an educator to facilitate this through their relationships, interactions, learning environments and daily practices.
Lucy is a proud local, born and raised in the area and has a passion for baking and craft.
Lucy Gates
Campus Director
Lucy holds a Bachelor of Education (Birth – 12 years) and has over 11 years experience working in Early Childhood Education. She believes the first 5 years of a child’s life are critical in development and instilling a love of learning, exploration and inquiry, and that is the role of an educator to facilitate this through their relationships, interactions, learning environments and daily practices.
Lucy is a proud local, born and raised in the area and has a passion for baking and craft.
Here's what our families have to say
Peggy 1727154461
Steph Peacock 1708663180
蜡笔小新小爱 1708552534
SM 1708500101
Theresa Thompson 1708338878
Emma Page 1708299733
Joanne Olson 1635929333
Walter Olson 1635927393
Graham Wood 1610622088
Ryan Ong 1496960029
