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.
Asquith Childcare 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.
Why Choose Our Asquith Childcare Centre? –
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Expansive Outdoor Spaces: Our outdoor space includes slides, tunnels and two bike tracks. Half of this area is undercover, for continued play rain or shine. Plus, our nursery children enjoy a separate play area designed especially for them.
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Age-Based Indoor Rooms: Five indoor spaces which have recently been renovated and are designed to encourage children’s development at their age and stage of growth. Our Asquith campus has two nursery rooms, a toddler room and two preschool rooms.
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Passionate educators & allied health specialists: Experienced educators and allied health specialists create a nurturing learning space that supports each child’s growth alongside their family.
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On-Site Nutrition Program: Fresh, seasonal meals and snacks prepared daily by in-house cooks using dietitian-designed menus.
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Play-Based Grow Curriculum: Our innovative Grow Curriculum supports Nursery, Toddler and Preschool children through intentional teaching in small groups, with ongoing monitoring of each child’s progress.
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All-inclusive Childcare Offering: Includes nappies, formula, bedding, sunscreen, and daily updates via our parent app.
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Occasional Care: OAC Flexi offers parents and guardians flexible, short-notice care in full-day or part-day sessions for children ages 12 weeks to 5 years.
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 Asquith Early Learning Centre
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, our nursery provides a calm and supportive environment for infants aged 6 weeks to 2 years. Our educators focus on building secure relationships and encouraging safe exploration during this important developmental stage.
Our Asquith Nursery Program includes:
- Dedicated indoor and outdoor spaces for infants aged 6 weeks – 2 years.
- Sleeping rooms with a focus on safe sleep practices.
- Dietitian-designed baby meals and snacks.
- Essentials provided: nappies, cots, linen, and sunscreen.
- Gentle play-based learning through our Grow Curriculum
Download the Only About Children Nursery Room Guide to learn more about our infant care approach.
Asquith Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our toddler program in Asquith supports children aged 2-3 in a nurturing environment that balances learning and play. Our educators use small group activities to build confidence, social skills and early learning foundations.
What’s Included in Our Asquith Toddler program:
- Purpose-built learning spaces for toddlers aged 2-3 years
- Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning through our Grow Curriculum
- Small group learning activities.
- Dietitian-designed meals and snacks are included.
- Calm rest and sleep rooms.
- All essentials provided
Download the Only About Children Toddler Room Guide to learn more about our program and daily routines.
Asquith Preschool (3-5 years)
Our Asquith preschool program prepares children for school through a blend of structured learning, creative play and wellbeing support. We use individualised learning plans to build skills in literacy, STEM, social development and resilience.
As a provider of NSW Start Strong Preschool Funding, our program is government-recognised and led by qualified early childhood teachers.
Our Asquith Preschool Program Includes:
- Literacy, STEM, sustainability, music and art
- Individual Learning and Development Plans for every child with family check-ins every 6 months
- School-ready structure with core learning hours from 9am–3pm
- Long daycare hours for added flexibility and social growth
- Aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS) for childcare.
- School-readiness support, including free Vision Screening
Download the Only About Children Preschool Room Guide to explore how we prepare your child for school success.
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.
Yan
Campus Cook
Yan has been our chef for four years and has become the welcoming face for children and families as they enter the campus each day. As each child arrives, they are eager to see what drawing Yan has in store. You see, every afternoon once Yan has finished for the day, he stays back and creates a chalk artwork for the children for the next day. It has become an institution. But that’s not all. He doesn’t forget the parents, sharing on a separate chalk board a collection of interesting facts, or terrible ‘dad’ jokes, which I’m sure are shared by our parents when they arrive at their workplace. Just don’t get stuck talking about Liverpool FC!
Yan has a Malaysian background, and his culinary skills are second to none. Ironically, his favourite dish to create is Bolognaise. He even manages to prepare and provide meals for the team each day, both vegetarian and meat based. We are so lucky to have such a talent.
Yan
Campus Cook
Yan has been our chef for four years and has become the welcoming face for children and families as they enter the campus each day. As each child arrives, they are eager to see what drawing Yan has in store. You see, every afternoon once Yan has finished for the day, he stays back and creates a chalk artwork for the children for the next day. It has become an institution. But that’s not all. He doesn’t forget the parents, sharing on a separate chalk board a collection of interesting facts, or terrible ‘dad’ jokes, which I’m sure are shared by our parents when they arrive at their workplace. Just don’t get stuck talking about Liverpool FC!
Yan has a Malaysian background, and his culinary skills are second to none. Ironically, his favourite dish to create is Bolognaise. He even manages to prepare and provide meals for the team each day, both vegetarian and meat based. We are so lucky to have such a talent.
Yan has been our chef for four years and has become the welcoming face for children and families as they enter the campus each day. As each child arrives, they are eager to see what drawing Yan has in store. You see, every afternoon once Yan has finished for the day, he stays back and creates a chalk artwork for the children for the next day. It has become an institution. But that’s not all. He doesn’t forget the parents, sharing on a separate chalk board a collection of interesting facts, or terrible ‘dad’ jokes, which I’m sure are shared by our parents when they arrive at their workplace. Just don’t get stuck talking about Liverpool FC!
Yan has a Malaysian background, and his culinary skills are second to none. Ironically, his favourite dish to create is Bolognaise. He even manages to prepare and provide meals for the team each day, both vegetarian and meat based. We are so lucky to have such a talent.
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.
Asquith Campus Community
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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.
