Castle Hill Childcare & Preschool
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Campus Overview
Only About Children Castle Hill Preschool and Childcare Centre is located on a unique, expansive rural property with plenty of space for children to explore, discover, create and lead their own play. The rural setting helps promote an appreciation for the natural environment amongst our children.
Families at our Castle Hill campus enjoy –
- A spacious outdoor area that is divided into two, each with its own dedicated sandpit and herb and vegetable garden, under both natural and man-made shade.
- A mud kitchen in our preschool playground that is home to our five resident chickens which the children help care for, including recycling food scraps for our chickens, worms and compost bins!
- Our five age-based indoor spaces which are designed to encourage children to learn and grow.
- Getting out into our local community through planned excursions and community activities that build on our educational curriculum and the children’s interests. At our Castle Hill childcare centre these include visits to our neighbouring Fire Brigade and supervised exploration of our large rural property.
- Many community events including chicken hatching, STEM activities, reptile shows, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day functions as well as our annual Christmas Party and graduation ceremony for our school leaver
- 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 Castle Hill, 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 Castle Hill 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.
Where to find us
Only About Children Castle Hill childcare centre is situated on a large rural property at 569 Old Northern Road, Glenhaven, just across the street from our local Castle Hill Fire Station.
With plenty of onsite parking, families can enjoy a smooth drop off and pick up every visit. We are a short drive or a 15-minute walk from the gorgeous Castle Hill Heritage Park which offers a fantastic BBQ area, playground and some wonderful walking tracks. We are a four-minute drive from Oakhill Drive Public School and a seven-minute drive from Castle Hill Public School and Samuel Gilbert Public School.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call us today on 138 622.
Castle Hill Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Castle Hill Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Caste Hill Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.
The Castle Hill 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 Castle Hill 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
Castle Hill Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Castle Hill 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 Castke Hill 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
Castle Hill Preschool (3-5 years)
Only About Children Castle Hill 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.
Castle Hill 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
Castle Hill Campus Educators
Melissa Kidd
Campus Director
Melissa has worked at the Castle Hill campus for nearly 14 years and is a proud local of the area.
Melissa believes that each child is an individual and as an educator, she is committed to valuing and developing each child’s strengths, interests, skills, abilities and knowledge to extend their learning. She is a strong believer that children learn through play and wants to provide opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine.
Melissa Kidd
Campus Director
Melissa has worked at the Castle Hill campus for nearly 14 years and is a proud local of the area.
Melissa believes that each child is an individual and as an educator, she is committed to valuing and developing each child’s strengths, interests, skills, abilities and knowledge to extend their learning. She is a strong believer that children learn through play and wants to provide opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine.
Melissa has worked at the Castle Hill campus for nearly 14 years and is a proud local of the area.
Melissa believes that each child is an individual and as an educator, she is committed to valuing and developing each child’s strengths, interests, skills, abilities and knowledge to extend their learning. She is a strong believer that children learn through play and wants to provide opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine.
Childcare Subsidy
For more information, visit our Childcare Subsidy Information (CCS)
Contact Us
- Open hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am – 6:00pm
- Phone: 138 622
- 569 Old Northern Road, Glenhaven, NSW 2156
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Meet our Campus Director
Melissa Kidd
Melissa has worked at the Castle Hill campus for nearly 14 years and is a proud local of the area.
Melissa believes that each child is an individual and as an educator, she is committed to valuing and developing each child’s strengths, interests, skills, abilities and knowledge to extend their learning. She is a strong believer that children learn through play and wants to provide opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine.
Melissa has worked at the Castle Hill campus for nearly 14 years and is a proud local of the area.
Melissa believes that each child is an individual and as an educator, she is committed to valuing and developing each child’s strengths, interests, skills, abilities and knowledge to extend their learning. She is a strong believer that children learn through play and wants to provide opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine.
Melissa Kidd
Campus Director
Melissa has worked at the Castle Hill campus for nearly 14 years and is a proud local of the area.
Melissa believes that each child is an individual and as an educator, she is committed to valuing and developing each child’s strengths, interests, skills, abilities and knowledge to extend their learning. She is a strong believer that children learn through play and wants to provide opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine.
Here’s what our families have to say
Shelley Gong 1713139788
Prasun Shakya 1694753474
Crystal 1669869686
K Zell 1665777852
Jessica Kingi 1630716407
