Community Kids Griffith Early Education Centre

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Childcare and preschool in Griffith, NSW

Welcome to Community Kids Griffith. Our daycare and early learning centre is a convenient choice for local families in Cecil Hills, Edensor Park, Bonnyrigg Heights, Griffith, Elizabeth Hills and Liverpool. Community Kids Griffith offers long day care and a preschool program for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, with extended hours to suit busy families.

Our purpose-built childcare and preschool centre in Griffith offers innovative early learning programs in a safe, nurturing environment. Our Griffith childcare centre offers large, open outdoor environments with easy access to indoor-outdoor play-based learning and activities, featuring a fort, mud kitchen, bike track, and gardens. Our newly refurbished indoor spaces feel like home, with carefully chosen resources to meet children’s needs and interests. We have calming areas for children to regulate their emotions with educators’ support. Our multicultural centre boasts a dedicated team of early childhood educators, including Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers who deliver a Government-approved Preschool program, preparing children for a smooth transition to school.

Why you’ll love Community Kids Griffith

Spacious outdoor environments

Passionate, qualified educators

Chef-prepared meals

Nappies and wipes provided

Government-approved Preschool program

Family communication app

Extended/flexible hours

Incursions/excursions

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Meet our Centre Manager

Nicole

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
“I wanted to inspire and pave the way for inclusive practices for all, regardless of abilities, age, race, or gender.”

I began my early education career in 2015 and have been working at Community Kids Griffith Early Learning Centre ever since. Over the years, I have worked in various roles across the service. I love that each day is different, each child is unique, and each family brings new experiences and perspectives. Building relationships based on trust, mutual respect, and nurturing in a safe environment is crucial for children. I wanted to inspire and pave the way for inclusive practices for all, regardless of abilities, age, race, or gender.

Throughout my time in the sector, I have learned that children are capable and possess the ability to make choices about their future, learning, and autonomy. Children are inquisitive and natural learners. I am guided by play-based learning, which provides opportunities for children to engage all their senses in exploring the world around them and discovering themselves.

At Community Kids Griffith, we have a dedicated, passionate team of educators and teachers committed to providing quality care and education to all children. Our qualified educators and teachers offer rich, curriculum-based learning through play and intentional teachings, allowing children to carve out their own learning journey. This approach supports children’s social, cognitive, gross, and fine motor skills. We continually seek ways to improve our practices, deepen relationships with families, and collaborate with the broader community to provide meaningful experiences for the children.

I look forward to welcoming your family into our Griffith childcare centre.

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Our innovative early learning programs

At our early learning centre in Griffith, our experienced educators and teachers continually seek innovative ways to enrich your child’s education. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, we offer a variety of engaging and diverse learning experiences, including:

Sustainability

Our sustainability activities involve community involvement through our local council, along with a robust reduce, reuse, and recycle program currently running in the Preschool and Junior Preschool rooms. These initiatives teach children the importance of environmental responsibility and community engagement.

Community engagement

Children and educators are actively involved with families and the wider community through regular art activities led by local artist Robert Salone. These creative arts programs embed Indigenous perspectives and enhance knowledge of Indigenous art styles.

STEM

We encourage your child to ask questions, experiment, and problem-solve, all while engaging their natural curiosity. By fostering this inquisitive mindset, we help them develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Music and movement

Our evidence-based Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR) program is designed to develop fundamental skills that help support children’s self-regulation, memory, and concentration. It is an innovative approach to holistic learning, development and well-being in early childhood.

Age-appropriate Early Learning

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(0-2 years)

Nursery

We have two separate nursery rooms with sensory experiences and activities to encourage intentional and responsive play-based learning. The main goal of Nursery 1 is to create and establish respectful relationships and build a circle of trust and security for the children. In Nursery 2, the focus is on building safe and secure relationships while beginning the learning journey through the children’s interests and rapidly changing development.

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(2-3 years)

Toddlers

Our toddler room is set up with intentional play-based learning in mind. Within the curriculum framework, our educators support children in expanding their vocabulary and developing their verbal skills. Our Toddler room aims to introduce the ongoing learning journey, following the children’s interests and creating spaces that allow them to learn with their whole bodies, using all their senses and the environment around them. It also creates the perfect environment to socialise and form friendships.

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(3-4 years)

3 year-old preschool

The 3-year-old preschool room sets goals around self-regulation, supporting children in their feelings, and ensuring they feel heard, valued, and supported as they navigate all emotions through ongoing projects. Our curriculum is tailored to accommodate your child’s individual learning and development needs, boosting their enthusiasm, motivation, and willingness to learn. This is also a crucial time for children to develop their self-help skills.

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(3-5 years)

4 year-old preschool

The 4 year-old preschool room engages children with ongoing projects and activities that support their interests, incorporating Math, Science, and Sustainability through play-based activities to prepare them for schooling in a supportive environment. Through structured learning experiences, we are committed to supporting your child in gaining the necessary skills for a successful transition into school and beyond.

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NSW Government-approved Preschool program

At our early learning centre, your child will benefit from the NSW “Start Strong” program as part of our enhanced learning program. We tailor our preschool program across numeracy, literacy, emotional and social development, and self-regulation. Led by a qualified Early Childhood Teacher, our preschool program will support your child’s learning, development, and well-being for now, at school and beyond.

The added benefits of our preschool program include:

  • Extended long day care opening hours
  • Open all year round (excl. public holidays)
  • Programs developed and delivered by our Early Childhood Teachers
  • Exclusive music and movement program for self-regulation
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We’re all about healthy, nutritious eating

Thanks to the in-house chef at our Griffith child care centre, your child can expect healthy, nutritious, and yummy meals. We offer a rotating seasonal menu reviewed by NSW Health’s Munch and Move program, providing breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack freshly made daily. We cater to all dietary requirements, including halal. We welcome feedback and recipe ideas to ensure we meet your child’s dietary needs. Our range of fresh foods and home-cooked style meals make dining a delightful experience for all children.

What a typical day looks like for your child

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Arrival at the centre

Your child will be welcomed by our team of educators, who will ensure the morning transition from home to centre goes as smoothly as possible. On arrival, share information about your child’s specific needs for the day.

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Mealtimes

Our centre chefs prepare a nutritious menu for your child to sit down and eat. This is a great time for everyone to share stories from the day. Educators model healthy eating practices, social behaviours and support children’s growing independence with mealtime routines.

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Infant care

If you have an infant, we spend one-on-one time with them to establish a connection. Educators talk gently and respond to babies’ cues. We use songs, games, and conversations to strengthen relationships and build language skills.

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Play-based learning

Your child is naturally curious. They want to learn and explore, which is why we teach through play-based learning. It supports language, motor skills, memory, emotions and social relationships. Educators plan play-based learning experiences based on children’s interests and goals.

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Sleep, rest and relaxation

We match routines to your child’s individual needs. Opportunities for rest and relaxation help make them feel safe. Play-based learning experiences are provided for older children who no longer don’t sleep in centre.

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Heading home

As your child prepares to head home, this is your opportunity to speak with our friendly educators about your child’s day and everything they learnt. We look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow.

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Communicating with families

We prioritise clear and consistent communication with families to foster a strong partnership in supporting each child’s development. We ensure families feel informed, involved, and confident in their child’s early learning journey.

Our families love hearing about their child’s progress and the experiences they’re having day to day. We share these moments through centre newsletters, our Xplor App, one-on-one meetings, and at various centre events.

Fees

The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family’s entitlements.

  • Nursery0 – 2 years

    $174.50
  • Toddler2 – 3 years

    $169.50
  • Preschool3 – 5 years

    $166.00

Child Care Subsidy Estimator

Discover how much child care subsidy you may be entitled to by entering the fields below.*

1-4 days = full day session; 5 days = 10 hour per day sessions

CCS Estimator results

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  • Total fees

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  • Out-of-pocket cost

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*This estimator provides an estimate only and is based on the following assumptions:

  • Accuracy and currency of family income information entered;
  • Family CCS entitlements include 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight. Please note your family may be entitled to less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight – if you are unsure we recommend you use the comprehensive CCS estimator in the link below.
  • Where 1-4 days of care is selected, full day sessions apply (being full operational hours of the centre, which can vary between centres)
  • Where 5 days of care is selected, 10-hour per day sessions apply (ie, 50 hours p/w to optimise 100 hours of CCS subsidised care across the fortnight)

Where a family’s CCS entitlements include less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight, please use the comprehensive CCS calculator as a guide via the link below.

For a more complete subsidy estimation, check out our comprehensive CCS calculator here.

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Frequently asked questions

A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule. Click here to book a tour online.

On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.

Our Family Support Team will add your child’s name to our waitlist if one of our childcare centres is currently full in your child’s age group. We will then contact you as soon as a place becomes available.

We also do monthly check-ins to review availability, and you will receive a text message confirming whether you’re still happy to remain on the waitlist each month. If you would like an update at any point, you’re welcome to reach out on our Web Chat or give us a call.

Our Family Support Team can also help you find more G8 early learning centres near you, with the same offerings at the Community Kids centre you are interested in that have immediate availability.

It’s common for a child to experience separation anxiety when they first start child care. When you’re getting ready to start child care, you can help your child overcome anxieties by visiting the child care service together for a Stay and Play session, and easing into new routines at home.

Read more tips about how to make the transition easier for your child.

Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.

For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks.

For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks.

Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.

It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.

Community Kids uses Xplor Home as our family communication app. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day.

After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.

If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, Community Kids is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.

Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation.

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We look forward to welcoming your family.