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You’re invited to tour & explore your local campus this Saturday 13th September between 9.30am – 11.30am.
Come for a quick tour or stay for a free family play experience! (Weekday tours also available.)
Why Choose Us?
So glad you asked! Because we’re so much more than childcare. We’re a place to grow (and learn and make friends and explore the world and become school-ready!). What sets us apart is our unique curriculum & inclusions, immersed throughout your child’s day, every single day.
So many happy families with more than 1,000 Google Reviews!
We have had such wonderful experiences within the Nursery 1.2, Toddler 1.1 and Toddler 2.2 rooms over the past few years. Some of the carer's from our beginning have moved interstate or overseas but many remain the same and we love the sense of familiarity. It's a smaller centre on a quiet street which for me was critical for child safety. It's all one level and the casual staff are very consistent across the Cheltenham campus - there are casual staff who will (many years later) greet my elder child as if they are long lost friends. Special shout out to Mel T, Kellie, Peta, Rohini, Nari, Nora, Mel B, Flilishy, Akhila, Liz, Judit - you are all such wonderful carer's to our children. Thank you for making OAC feel like home.
We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Only About Children Rhodes. Both of our girls absolutely love it here—the staff are caring, attentive, and foster a nurturing, positive, and professional learning environment.
The strong relationships built between educators and children, especially during the early settling-in period, have been incredibly supportive and made a real difference for our girls.
It’s been amazing to see how much they’ve grown and learned since starting. We feel very lucky to be part of this community. Thank you to the wonderful team at OAC Rhodes!
Wonderful childcare centre. Both my boys attend (my eldest for nearly 4 years now, as a baby right through to his last year of preschool) and are thriving. Importantly, the continuity of care is exceptional - very low staff turnover and all the senior staff are so experienced and have taken the time to really get to know and care for our children personally. Both kids happily toddle into daycare each morning with zero tears, because they genuinely love going. Would highly recommend.
We may have only been at OAC for two weeks but every second has been fantastic!
Our son had a really hard time at his last centre and just was not enjoying it at all, since we have come to OAC he has just gotten better and better! We couldn’t have asked for a better environment and more dedicated team of educators.
Thank you to Jaide, Jessica and Zahra especially, they are amazing educators and have made our family feel so at home. All concerns I’ve raised (ie. his eating habits) have been met with understanding and respect, and they have gone above and beyond to make sure there is always a second option for our son.
I want to thank Kirsten as well. She has been incredible and always so thorough with her handovers which I appreciate so much. We’re just super happy with how positive our son is right now
I’d like to thank Em as well, from the very first time we came through the door, Em was so happy and welcoming! We told her our names once and she hasn’t forgotten since. She always says hello to my son and puts a smile on his face the minute he walks in. And it’s just so reassuring and lovely to know that is so passionate in taking into account not only my sons eating habits, but every child’s! Amazing!
We would also like to thank you Lacy. It has felt like our family was meant to be at OAC. Everyone has been so welcoming and you have been so supportive of what our needs are. So thank you all so much!
Great staff, amazing with the kids. My little man Harry’s love going to school which makes life easier
Many thanks to the educators and staff for their hard work, dedication and attentiveness to support our son, and our family, through his first child care experience. Their communication, willingness to work with us, and overall approach has been impressive and reassuring, and is greatly appreciated.
Growing Young Minds. Designed for each child’s unique developmental age.
Nursery (0-2 years)
A safe, nurturing place for your little one. The first two years of life is a time of rapid growth and development, where every moment matters. At Only About Children, we’re here to provide all the care and support your little one needs during this phase, establishing a strong foundation.
Toddler (2-3 years)
Toddlerhood is an incredible time of exploration and discovery, as toddlers gain an increasing sense of self and an understanding of the world around them - they are full of curiosity and eager to develop their independence. We support toddlers and encourage this growth and development.
Preschool & Kindergarten (3-5 years)
The years before school are a time of rapid growth for children’s minds, their emotional and physical development and their understanding of the world. The preschool and kinder years from 3 – 5 are a great time to lay down a love of learning as well as the developmental skills required to thrive.
Nursery (0-2 years)
Toddler (2-3 years)
Preschool & Kindergarten (3-5 years)
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