Coogee Carr St Childcare Campus Overview
Only About Children Coogee Carr Street is a purpose-built childcare and preschool centre conveniently located on Carr Street, just a three-minute drive or 14-minute walk from Coogee Beach. Positioned alongside a nearby bus stop with direct services to Randwick and the Sydney CBD, and with ample street parking available, our campus offers a convenient experience for local families.
Why Choose Our Coogee Carr St Childcare Centre?
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Expansive Outdoor Spaces: Children enjoy access to two dedicated outdoor play areas designed to inspire exploration, adventure and self-directed play. Features include a bike track, fairy garden, slide and two large sandpits.
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Age-Based Learning Environments: Our seven indoor learning spaces are specifically designed to support children’s learning and development, with a strong focus on safety and natural elements.
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Strong Community Connections: Through planned excursions and community activities, children build meaningful connections with their local area. Regular visits to the local library, post office and nearby public school help extend learning beyond the campus and enrich children’s everyday experiences.
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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 Coogee, 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 Coogee Carr St Early Learning Centre
We are located at 2A Carr St, just a three-minute drive or a 14-minute walk to Coogee Beach. We are right next to a bus stop where you can easily catch a bus to either Randwick or the City. With plenty of street parking, families can enjoy a smooth drop off and pick up every visit.
We have 2 childcare centres located in Coogee, please view our Coogee Campus page to see more
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call today us on 138 622.
Coogee Carr St Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Coogee Carr St, 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 Coogee Carr St 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.
Coogee Carr St Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our toddler program in Coogee Carr St 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 Coogee Carr St 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.
Coogee Carr St Preschool (3-5 years)
Our Coogee Carr St 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 Coogee Carr St 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 Info
Childcare Subsidy
For more information, visit our Childcare Subsidy Information (CCS)
Our Learning Spaces
Contact Us
- Open hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am – 6:00pm
- Phone: 138 622
- 2A Carr Street, Coogee, NSW 2034
Important Information
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
Jennifer Collins
Jennifer brings 26 years of experience in early childhood education and has recently joined the Only About Children community. Her journey began with a love for working with children, shaped by growing up in a large, close-knit family that values connection, culture, and celebrating each other’s milestones.
Jennifer is passionate about building strong, supportive teams and creating a sense of unity where everyone feels respected and encouraged to grow. She also values the relationships she builds with children and families, believing these connections are at the heart of a positive early learning experience.
Her philosophy centres on listening to children and valuing their voices. By observing, building trust, and following their lead, Jennifer believes children help shape meaningful learning experiences that support their growth and confidence.
With a strong sense of community, Jennifer enjoys bringing people together. Outside of work, she loves spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, enjoying live music, and getting creative, whether that’s cooking or playing the drums.
Jennifer brings 26 years of experience in early childhood education and has recently joined the Only About Children community. Her journey began with a love for working with children, shaped by growing up in a large, close-knit family that values connection, culture, and celebrating each other’s milestones.
Jennifer is passionate about building strong, supportive teams and creating a sense of unity where everyone feels respected and encouraged to grow. She also values the relationships she builds with children and families, believing these connections are at the heart of a positive early learning experience.
Her philosophy centres on listening to children and valuing their voices. By observing, building trust, and following their lead, Jennifer believes children help shape meaningful learning experiences that support their growth and confidence.
With a strong sense of community, Jennifer enjoys bringing people together. Outside of work, she loves spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, enjoying live music, and getting creative, whether that’s cooking or playing the drums.
Jennifer Collins
Campus Director
Jennifer brings 26 years of experience in early childhood education and has recently joined the Only About Children community. Her journey began with a love for working with children, shaped by growing up in a large, close-knit family that values connection, culture, and celebrating each other’s milestones.
Jennifer is passionate about building strong, supportive teams and creating a sense of unity where everyone feels respected and encouraged to grow. She also values the relationships she builds with children and families, believing these connections are at the heart of a positive early learning experience.
Her philosophy centres on listening to children and valuing their voices. By observing, building trust, and following their lead, Jennifer believes children help shape meaningful learning experiences that support their growth and confidence.
With a strong sense of community, Jennifer enjoys bringing people together. Outside of work, she loves spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, enjoying live music, and getting creative, whether that’s cooking or playing the drums.
