Wahroonga Eastern Rd Childcare & Preschool
J P1742462372
Jon Kaethner1742448881
Sayesha Bali1737309090
Spandas Lui1719551825The facilities are clean and the outdoor area is reasonably spacious. The educators spend a lot of time setting up the rooms in the morning to offer engaging activities for the kids and the outdoor mud kitchen provides endless opportunities for entertainment.
The only downside to the centre is that lunch is not provided (morning tea, afternoon tea, and snacks are provided) but I've grown accustomed to packing lunches now, usually just with leftovers. I find it a small price to pay for my child to attend a centre where I know he will be well taken care of.
I am also grateful for educators who go the extra mile to make life easier for me as a parent. There have been times where I have had difficult drop offs and pick ups and the educators do not hesistate to provide me with assistance.
I highly recommend OAC Eastern Road for any parent who are looking to place their child in a good-quality ELC.
Sally Staunton1708590096
Jennifer Lorance1708518340
Genevieve Watson1708518182
Tiffany Tenty1708486602
Jenny Hibbert1708478482
Angela Sinclair1676609817
bella1580166983
Campus Overview ( 中文浏览 )
Our Wahroonga Eastern Rd campus offers children aged 18 months – 5 years an early childhood experience unlike no other, where our children are all ‘noticed and known”, where every educator knows every child and family and where each child’s well-being, sense of security and safety is at the heart of all we do.
Our purpose-built Campus is conveniently located at 168 Eastern Road, with off street parking, in the leafy suburb of Wahroonga, surrounded by family homes, beautiful trees and a close-knit community. We are very close to The Bush School, Wahroonga Public and other great schools such as Abbotsleigh, Knox, Barker and PLC.
The children at Wahroonga Eastern Rd campus enjoy a uniquely simple environment that encourages them to explore, experiment, take risks, find joy and engage with nature in an authentic way. At Eastern Rd we make time for the children to “just be”, to play, to try new things, make choices and to have fun.
Families at our Wahroonga Eastern Rd campus enjoy –
- Our three classrooms all open out to our playground and are designed for small groups of children to engage in play through a variety of materials and resources, sourced for the children by the children and educators in a collaborative, shared experiential way. After all, children are the creators of their own learning through what interests them. Throughout the year the children in each room work to create a play space that reflects them and their interests so that they develop a strong sense of belonging to their group and to our campus. Our focus is to assist the children to be life ready, not just school ready and to learn how to learn and not what to learn.
- Our large outdoor learning space caters for all age groups, with our sandpit, digging patch, gardens, and natural play spaces being favourite features.
- The garden features fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, succulents that the children look after, watering, pruning, looking for “bugs” etc. Every day the magpie family come and chat and chortle, the children love to watch them and observe the baby magpies grow and change.
- A unique feature of our garden is that most of it has been grown from cuttings and plants propagated with the children. Additionally, the children actively engage with and help to look after our compost bins, worm farm, and our pet Guinea Pigs, Snowy and Sunshine.
- Our large undercover space is perfect for hot and rainy days so that we can play outside rain, hail or shine.
- Our large library of over 1500 books support our belief that reading and sharing stories with children opens up new worlds through language, imagery and the use of vocabulary which may not be used in the day to day.
- Included in our fees are light breakfast, morning tea, afternoon tea and late afternoon tea, nappies, formula, bedding, sunscreen, individually named hats for each child, access to Storypark for real time updates and communication. We also have access to and the support of OAC’s Allied Health team of Speech and Occupational Therapists and Nutritionists.
At Only About Children Wahroonga Eastern Rd, 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 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.
We offer OAC Flexi (occasional care) space permitting. This option is great for families who may need to utilise occasional or back up care at short notice. Flexi is available either as “full-day” – 7.30 – 6.00 pm or “half-day” 9.00am – 3.00pm.
For children that are already enrolled at OAC we also offer Casual Days (space permitting) for when you may need an extra day or two or when their community preschool is closed in the school holidays. Casual Days can also be full or half days.
If Eastern Road sounds like a campus that you would like to know more about, just give us a call and we will organise a time for you to visit us. Our Campus Director, Ariane looks forward to meeting you and proudly sharing Eastern Road with you.
Where to find us
We are located at 168 Eastern Road, in the leafy suburb of Wahroonga. This early learning centre is close to local bushwalks and playgrounds and a short walk from Wahroonga Public School. With onsite parking available, families can experience a simple drop off and pick up every visit. We have a bus stop right across the road, with buses that connect to the wider area in both directions.
We have 2 childcare centres located in Wahroonga , please view our Wahroonga Campuses page to see more.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call today us on 138 622.
Wahroonga Eastern Rd Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Wahroonga Eastern Rd 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 Wahroonga Eastern Rd Toddler program includes:
- Age 18 months -3 years of appropriate learning and playing environments.
- Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning through our Grow curriculum
- Small group learning activities.
- Dietitian designed afternoon and late tea.
- Calm sleeping and resting rooms.
Wahroonga Eastern Rd Preschool (3-5 years)
Only About Children Wahroonga Eastern Rd Preschool is focused on creating quality experiences that place your child in the best position to begin school. Our nurturing educators give special emphasis on building school-ready skills including Left Brain Logic – Literacy and Language, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) and Sustainability, Right Brain Creativity – Music, Dramatic Play & Art, as well as Health & Wellbeing and Social Development. 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.
Our Wahroonga Eastern Rd Preschool program includes:
- Age 3-5 years appropriate indoor/outdoor learning environments.
- Dietitian designed afternoon and late tea.
- Small group learning activities for individual attention.
- Special focus on school readiness and skill development.
- Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning through our Grow curriculum
Helpful Info
Wahroonga Eastern Rd Campus Educators
Ariane Simon
Campus Director
With close to 40 years working in the early childhood sector, Ariane is the Campus Director of both Wahroonga Eastern Road and Turramurra Tennyson Ave and comes to OAC with a wealth of experience, knowledge and passion. Ariane genuinely believes that quality early childhood environments wrap themselves around each child and their family, ensuring that everyone feels that they are noticed and known. Ariane and her campus teams work tirelessly to improve practise through continual reflection and learning with the desire that the children, families and educators are connected and supportive of each other and that the children are being met where they are on their developmental journey, whilst knowing that they are safe and an important part of their campus, their room and their OAC tribe. Ariane and her team look forward to welcoming you to our Campus.
Ariane Simon
Campus Director
With close to 40 years working in the early childhood sector, Ariane is the Campus Director of both Wahroonga Eastern Road and Turramurra Tennyson Ave and comes to OAC with a wealth of experience, knowledge and passion. Ariane genuinely believes that quality early childhood environments wrap themselves around each child and their family, ensuring that everyone feels that they are noticed and known. Ariane and her campus teams work tirelessly to improve practise through continual reflection and learning with the desire that the children, families and educators are connected and supportive of each other and that the children are being met where they are on their developmental journey, whilst knowing that they are safe and an important part of their campus, their room and their OAC tribe. Ariane and her team look forward to welcoming you to our Campus.
With close to 40 years working in the early childhood sector, Ariane is the Campus Director of both Wahroonga Eastern Road and Turramurra Tennyson Ave and comes to OAC with a wealth of experience, knowledge and passion. Ariane genuinely believes that quality early childhood environments wrap themselves around each child and their family, ensuring that everyone feels that they are noticed and known. Ariane and her campus teams work tirelessly to improve practise through continual reflection and learning with the desire that the children, families and educators are connected and supportive of each other and that the children are being met where they are on their developmental journey, whilst knowing that they are safe and an important part of their campus, their room and their OAC tribe. Ariane and her team look forward to welcoming you to our Campus.
Childcare Subsidy
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Contact Us
- Open hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am – 6:00pm
- Phone: 138 622
- 168 Eastern Road, Wahroonga, NSW 2076
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Meet our Campus Director
Ariane Simon
With close to 40 years working in the early childhood sector, Ariane is the Campus Director of both Wahroonga Eastern Road and Turramurra Tennyson Ave and comes to OAC with a wealth of experience, knowledge and passion. Ariane genuinely believes that quality early childhood environments wrap themselves around each child and their family, ensuring that everyone feels that they are noticed and known. Ariane and her campus teams work tirelessly to improve practise through continual reflection and learning with the desire that the children, families and educators are connected and supportive of each other and that the children are being met where they are on their developmental journey, whilst knowing that they are safe and an important part of their campus, their room and their OAC tribe. Ariane and her team look forward to welcoming you to our Campus.
With close to 40 years working in the early childhood sector, Ariane is the Campus Director of both Wahroonga Eastern Road and Turramurra Tennyson Ave and comes to OAC with a wealth of experience, knowledge and passion. Ariane genuinely believes that quality early childhood environments wrap themselves around each child and their family, ensuring that everyone feels that they are noticed and known. Ariane and her campus teams work tirelessly to improve practise through continual reflection and learning with the desire that the children, families and educators are connected and supportive of each other and that the children are being met where they are on their developmental journey, whilst knowing that they are safe and an important part of their campus, their room and their OAC tribe. Ariane and her team look forward to welcoming you to our Campus.
Ariane Simon
Campus Director
With close to 40 years working in the early childhood sector, Ariane is the Campus Director of both Wahroonga Eastern Road and Turramurra Tennyson Ave and comes to OAC with a wealth of experience, knowledge and passion. Ariane genuinely believes that quality early childhood environments wrap themselves around each child and their family, ensuring that everyone feels that they are noticed and known. Ariane and her campus teams work tirelessly to improve practise through continual reflection and learning with the desire that the children, families and educators are connected and supportive of each other and that the children are being met where they are on their developmental journey, whilst knowing that they are safe and an important part of their campus, their room and their OAC tribe. Ariane and her team look forward to welcoming you to our Campus.
Here’s what our families have to say
J P1742462372
Jon Kaethner1742448881
Sayesha Bali1737309090
Spandas Lui1719551825The facilities are clean and the outdoor area is reasonably spacious. The educators spend a lot of time setting up the rooms in the morning to offer engaging activities for the kids and the outdoor mud kitchen provides endless opportunities for entertainment.
The only downside to the centre is that lunch is not provided (morning tea, afternoon tea, and snacks are provided) but I've grown accustomed to packing lunches now, usually just with leftovers. I find it a small price to pay for my child to attend a centre where I know he will be well taken care of.
I am also grateful for educators who go the extra mile to make life easier for me as a parent. There have been times where I have had difficult drop offs and pick ups and the educators do not hesistate to provide me with assistance.
I highly recommend OAC Eastern Road for any parent who are looking to place their child in a good-quality ELC.
Sally Staunton1708590096
Jennifer Lorance1708518340
Genevieve Watson1708518182
Tiffany Tenty1708486602
Jenny Hibbert1708478482
Angela Sinclair1676609817
bella1580166983
