Campus Overview
Our Only About Children Leichhardt Elswick Street Campus has two large, dedicated outdoor play areas – made up of beautiful trees, sandpits and paintings reflective of Indigenous culture – children have plenty of natural space to explore, create and lead their own play. Our children enjoy contributing to their vegetable patch, compost bin and worm farm. Our four age-based indoor spaces are designed to encourage children to learn and grow with a focus on safety and natural elements.
Families at our Leichhardt Elswick Street campus enjoy –
- Our age-based indoor spaces are specifically designed to encourage children to learn and grow with a focus on safety and natural elements.
- Our dedicated outdoor play areas offering vegetable gardens and a worm farm – children have plenty of space to explore, create and lead their own play
- We have a culturally diverse team of bilingual educators who can speak Italian, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean and Hindi.
- Connecting with our local community through planned excursions and activities that build on the children’s interests and learning.These include walks around our local area, looking at the various architecture surrounding us, and visits to the neighbouring St Colunmba’s Catholic primary school library where children enjoy looking at books and having story time with the librarian. Our children also enjoy regular visits from our local fire brigade, police and dentist.
- 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 Leichhardt Elswick Street, 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 Leichhardt Elswick Street 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
Our two-level Campus is a converted convent, located at 215 Elswick Street, a short eight-minute walk to the Light Rail Station. This Leichhardt early learning centre is a short walk to the popular Pioneers Memorial Park, an expansive green space with ample room to play and explore and a fantastic playground for children of all ages. With plenty of street parking on Elswick Street, families can enjoy a smooth drop off and pick up with each visit. We are conveniently located near public transport with bus stops nearby that connect to the wider area.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call today us on 138 622.
Leichhardt Elswick Street Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Leichhardt Elswick Street, 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 Leichhardt Elswick Street 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.
Leichhardt Elswick Street Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our toddler program in Leichhardt Elswick Street 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 Leichhardt Elswick Street 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.
Leichhardt Elswick Street Preschool (3-5 years)
Our Leichhardt Elswick Street 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 Leichhardt Elswick Street 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
Leichhardt Elswick Street Campus Educators
Costanza Guaricci
Campus Director
Our Campus Director, Costa, has worked at the Leichhardt, Elswick St campus for 14 years. Costa is qualified as an Early Childhood Teacher bringing years of experience and expertise to her role.
Costa is very passionate about early childhood education, in particular school readiness. Costa explains, “I strive to ensure an effective school readiness program is offered to all children and promote the importance of a child’s self and emotional wellbeing when preparing for school”.
At Only About Children Leichhardt Elswick Street we pride ourselves on our safe and natural environments. Our team are committed to providing children with amazing learning experiences which are shared with families. We honour and respect children’s rights, and their voices, and value families and colleagues alike. Our exceeding rating has committed us to continue to strive for quality and excellence as we remain abreast of the changing face in education.
Costanza Guaricci
Campus Director
Our Campus Director, Costa, has worked at the Leichhardt, Elswick St campus for 14 years. Costa is qualified as an Early Childhood Teacher bringing years of experience and expertise to her role.
Costa is very passionate about early childhood education, in particular school readiness. Costa explains, “I strive to ensure an effective school readiness program is offered to all children and promote the importance of a child’s self and emotional wellbeing when preparing for school”.
At Only About Children Leichhardt Elswick Street we pride ourselves on our safe and natural environments. Our team are committed to providing children with amazing learning experiences which are shared with families. We honour and respect children’s rights, and their voices, and value families and colleagues alike. Our exceeding rating has committed us to continue to strive for quality and excellence as we remain abreast of the changing face in education.
Our Campus Director, Costa, has worked at the Leichhardt, Elswick St campus for 14 years. Costa is qualified as an Early Childhood Teacher bringing years of experience and expertise to her role.
Costa is very passionate about early childhood education, in particular school readiness. Costa explains, “I strive to ensure an effective school readiness program is offered to all children and promote the importance of a child’s self and emotional wellbeing when preparing for school”.
At Only About Children Leichhardt Elswick Street we pride ourselves on our safe and natural environments. Our team are committed to providing children with amazing learning experiences which are shared with families. We honour and respect children’s rights, and their voices, and value families and colleagues alike. Our exceeding rating has committed us to continue to strive for quality and excellence as we remain abreast of the changing face in education.
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
- 215 Elswick Street, Leichhardt, NSW 2040
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
Costanza Guaricci
Our Campus Director, Costa, has worked at the Leichhardt, Elswick St campus for 14 years. Costa is qualified as an Early Childhood Teacher bringing years of experience and expertise to her role.
Costa is very passionate about early childhood education, in particular school readiness. Costa explains, “I strive to ensure an effective school readiness program is offered to all children and promote the importance of a child’s self and emotional wellbeing when preparing for school”.
At Only About Children Leichhardt Elswick Street we pride ourselves on our safe and natural environments. Our team are committed to providing children with amazing learning experiences which are shared with families. We honour and respect children’s rights, and their voices, and value families and colleagues alike. Our exceeding rating has committed us to continue to strive for quality and excellence as we remain abreast of the changing face in education.
Our Campus Director, Costa, has worked at the Leichhardt, Elswick St campus for 14 years. Costa is qualified as an Early Childhood Teacher bringing years of experience and expertise to her role.
Costa is very passionate about early childhood education, in particular school readiness. Costa explains, “I strive to ensure an effective school readiness program is offered to all children and promote the importance of a child’s self and emotional wellbeing when preparing for school”.
At Only About Children Leichhardt Elswick Street we pride ourselves on our safe and natural environments. Our team are committed to providing children with amazing learning experiences which are shared with families. We honour and respect children’s rights, and their voices, and value families and colleagues alike. Our exceeding rating has committed us to continue to strive for quality and excellence as we remain abreast of the changing face in education.
Costanza Guaricci
Campus Director
Our Campus Director, Costa, has worked at the Leichhardt, Elswick St campus for 14 years. Costa is qualified as an Early Childhood Teacher bringing years of experience and expertise to her role.
Costa is very passionate about early childhood education, in particular school readiness. Costa explains, “I strive to ensure an effective school readiness program is offered to all children and promote the importance of a child’s self and emotional wellbeing when preparing for school”.
At Only About Children Leichhardt Elswick Street we pride ourselves on our safe and natural environments. Our team are committed to providing children with amazing learning experiences which are shared with families. We honour and respect children’s rights, and their voices, and value families and colleagues alike. Our exceeding rating has committed us to continue to strive for quality and excellence as we remain abreast of the changing face in education.
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