Asquith Childcare & Preschool
We love that OAC feels like a family. In the past few weeks alone, there has been an even greater shift towards positive change. There has been ongoing open communication, a growing sense of community through the sharing of special celebrations and events, and strategic changes to how they foster happy, safe and engaging learning environments as a reflection of their goal to meet the changing needs of the service. We are seeing a happy toddler come home who is excited about returning, a baby who is comfortable, giggly and reaching for her educators, and a mummy and daddy who can leave their children with ease knowing they are loved, cared for and thriving while we are gone.
On top of developing quality learning programs and delivering comprehensive daily updates, the food is superb. The chef is second to none- providing nutritious and well thought out meals, and even taking the time to create individualised meals as we introduce solids to our baby.
We could not recommend OAC Asquith more highly. Nathan and the team are creating a home away from home for our little people.
We are also huge fans of the daily report via the app showing all the skills she been working on while having fun during the day.
It is a beautiful centre with the huge lush green undercover playground area. Kids can enjoy and play around even if it is raining. The wide and spacious car park makes the drop off and pick ups convenient. The centre is clean and tidy with in-house chef preparing healthy and delicious meals.
The educators are wonderful and are passionate about their job. Can’t thank them enough for the work they are doing!!
Mel is great at managing the overall operations especially communications. A big shout out to Surya - Assistant Director who ensures smooth functioning of the centre. I have seen her helping out the educators when they need a hand and also assisting parents with their queries. With always a smile on her face, Surya provides friendly atmosphere at daycare.
The carers are amazing, friendly and give a great rundown of my sons day everytime we pick him up. Most importantly he loves his daycare days, the acticties they do, his friends & carers.
We also love the big undercover outside area, meaning there is still plenty of outside play even if the weather is not perfect. Family events are run regularily (Christams Party, Easter hat parade, grandparents day, etc) and are always fun for everyone who attends.
Mel is always soo helpful, and happy to accomodate a casual day at last minute if she can.
We would not go anywhere else.
Campus Overview
Our purpose-built Preschool and Childcare is located in a fun factory setting, conveniently located in the heart of Asquith at 57 Salisbury Road, Asquith, 2077. With plenty of off-street parking, families are ensured a safe and efficient drop off and pick up every visit. We are conveniently located near public transport with Asquith Station only a five minute walk away.
Families at our Asquith campus enjoy –
- A huge outdoor play area with wonderful spaces including slides, tunnels and two bike tracks. Half of this area is undercover, for continued play rain or shine.
- A separate play area designed for our younger children and a convenient parents room.
- Five indoor spaces which have recently been renovated and are designed to encourage children’s development at their age and stage of growth.
- Two nursery rooms, a toddler room and two preschool rooms.
- 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 Asquith, 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 Asquith 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.
Our Learning Spaces
We are located at 57 Salisbury Road, Asquith, 2077. With plenty of off-street parking, families are ensured a safe and efficient drop off and pick up every visit. We are conveniently located near public transport with Asquith Station only a five to seven-minute walk away.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call today us on 138 622.
Asquith Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Asquith Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Asquith Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.
The Asquith 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 Asquith 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
Asquith Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Asquith 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 Asquith 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
Asquith Preschool (3-5 years)
Only About Children Asquith 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.
Asquith 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 Information
Asquith Campus Educators
Nathan Quinlan
Campus Director
Nathan’s journey has taken him far and wide, across continents working at Cambridge University, and through all roles from an Educator, Director, and recently in Operations. With 22 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education), and with his wife also in the sector, he lives and breathes providing quality early learning programs for children, ensuring the fun and innocence of early childhood are never forgotten. He has become fully embedded in the culture of the Central Coast community, supporting the mighty Central Coast Mariners, and he likes to keep fit by staying active. Nathan has three gorgeous daughters who hold him accountable every day, and a wife who keeps him sane.
Nathan Quinlan
Campus Director
Nathan’s journey has taken him far and wide, across continents working at Cambridge University, and through all roles from an Educator, Director, and recently in Operations. With 22 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education), and with his wife also in the sector, he lives and breathes providing quality early learning programs for children, ensuring the fun and innocence of early childhood are never forgotten. He has become fully embedded in the culture of the Central Coast community, supporting the mighty Central Coast Mariners, and he likes to keep fit by staying active. Nathan has three gorgeous daughters who hold him accountable every day, and a wife who keeps him sane.
Nathan’s journey has taken him far and wide, across continents working at Cambridge University, and through all roles from an Educator, Director, and recently in Operations. With 22 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education), and with his wife also in the sector, he lives and breathes providing quality early learning programs for children, ensuring the fun and innocence of early childhood are never forgotten. He has become fully embedded in the culture of the Central Coast community, supporting the mighty Central Coast Mariners, and he likes to keep fit by staying active. Nathan has three gorgeous daughters who hold him accountable every day, and a wife who keeps him sane.
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
- 57 Salisbury Road, Asquith, NSW, 2077
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
Nathan Quinlan
Nathan’s journey has taken him far and wide, across continents working at Cambridge University, and through all roles from an Educator, Director, and recently in Operations. With 22 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education), and with his wife also in the sector, he lives and breathes providing quality early learning programs for children, ensuring the fun and innocence of early childhood are never forgotten. He has become fully embedded in the culture of the Central Coast community, supporting the mighty Central Coast Mariners, and he likes to keep fit by staying active. Nathan has three gorgeous daughters who hold him accountable every day, and a wife who keeps him sane.
Nathan’s journey has taken him far and wide, across continents working at Cambridge University, and through all roles from an Educator, Director, and recently in Operations. With 22 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education), and with his wife also in the sector, he lives and breathes providing quality early learning programs for children, ensuring the fun and innocence of early childhood are never forgotten. He has become fully embedded in the culture of the Central Coast community, supporting the mighty Central Coast Mariners, and he likes to keep fit by staying active. Nathan has three gorgeous daughters who hold him accountable every day, and a wife who keeps him sane.
Nathan Quinlan
Campus Director
Nathan’s journey has taken him far and wide, across continents working at Cambridge University, and through all roles from an Educator, Director, and recently in Operations. With 22 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education), and with his wife also in the sector, he lives and breathes providing quality early learning programs for children, ensuring the fun and innocence of early childhood are never forgotten. He has become fully embedded in the culture of the Central Coast community, supporting the mighty Central Coast Mariners, and he likes to keep fit by staying active. Nathan has three gorgeous daughters who hold him accountable every day, and a wife who keeps him sane.
Here’s what our families have to say
We love that OAC feels like a family. In the past few weeks alone, there has been an even greater shift towards positive change. There has been ongoing open communication, a growing sense of community through the sharing of special celebrations and events, and strategic changes to how they foster happy, safe and engaging learning environments as a reflection of their goal to meet the changing needs of the service. We are seeing a happy toddler come home who is excited about returning, a baby who is comfortable, giggly and reaching for her educators, and a mummy and daddy who can leave their children with ease knowing they are loved, cared for and thriving while we are gone.
On top of developing quality learning programs and delivering comprehensive daily updates, the food is superb. The chef is second to none- providing nutritious and well thought out meals, and even taking the time to create individualised meals as we introduce solids to our baby.
We could not recommend OAC Asquith more highly. Nathan and the team are creating a home away from home for our little people.
We are also huge fans of the daily report via the app showing all the skills she been working on while having fun during the day.
It is a beautiful centre with the huge lush green undercover playground area. Kids can enjoy and play around even if it is raining. The wide and spacious car park makes the drop off and pick ups convenient. The centre is clean and tidy with in-house chef preparing healthy and delicious meals.
The educators are wonderful and are passionate about their job. Can’t thank them enough for the work they are doing!!
Mel is great at managing the overall operations especially communications. A big shout out to Surya - Assistant Director who ensures smooth functioning of the centre. I have seen her helping out the educators when they need a hand and also assisting parents with their queries. With always a smile on her face, Surya provides friendly atmosphere at daycare.
The carers are amazing, friendly and give a great rundown of my sons day everytime we pick him up. Most importantly he loves his daycare days, the acticties they do, his friends & carers.
We also love the big undercover outside area, meaning there is still plenty of outside play even if the weather is not perfect. Family events are run regularily (Christams Party, Easter hat parade, grandparents day, etc) and are always fun for everyone who attends.
Mel is always soo helpful, and happy to accomodate a casual day at last minute if she can.
We would not go anywhere else.
