Penrith Childcare & Preschool
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Campus Overview
Only About Children Penrith is a purpose-built one-level early learning centre conveniently located at 4/120 Mulgoa Road, in one of the most popular commercial hubs in Penrith.
Families at our Penrith campus enjoy –
- Two dedicated outdoor play areas, offering an array of opportunities for interactions with the natural world. Both spaces are resourced with vegetable gardens, flower bed gardens and vast shaded areas, covered naturally with mature trees and shade sails. Children have plenty of space to create, explore and lead their own play.
- Six age-based indoor spaces designed to encourage children to learn and grow with a focus on safety and natural elements.
- Explorative excursions and community connections within the local community. We regularly go for walks to the nearby park and examine the natural and man-made features of the local area. Our children enjoy visiting the surrounding businesses, building partnerships and learning from the various services our community has to offer.
- 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 Penrith, 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 Penrith 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.
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Where to find us
Our purpose-built one-level Campus is conveniently located at 4/120 Mulgoa Road, in one of the most popular commercial hubs in Penrith. There are seven local primary schools within 10 minutes’ drive and a number of local parks just a short walk away. With plenty of onsite parking spaces, families can enjoy a straightforward drop off and pick up every visit. We are easily accessible by bus, with direct routes to the Penrith Train Station connecting us to the wider area.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call us today on 138 622.
Penrith Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Penrith Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Leichhardt Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.
The Penrith 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 Penrith 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
Penrith Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Penrith 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 Penrith 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
Penrith Preschool (3-5 years)
Only About Children Penrith 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.
Penrith 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 Info
Penrith Campus Educators
Bianca Kirkland
Campus Director
Bianca has over 8 years experience working in Early Childhood Education across a number of roles including Educational Leader, 2IC and Director. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree and is currently studying a Masters of Teaching Birth – 12 years.
Following in her mothers footsteps, Bianca always knew she would work in Early Childhood Education and Care. She loves watching the children in her care grow and develop each day and says “there is nothing more rewarding than seeing a child learn with passion and wonder”.
Bianca believes developing meaningful relationships with children is paramount, and by providing them with a safe and secure environment, we can instil a sense of belonging. She also believes family and community involvement is essential for providing high quality education and care.
Bianca Kirkland
Campus Director
Bianca has over 8 years experience working in Early Childhood Education across a number of roles including Educational Leader, 2IC and Director. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree and is currently studying a Masters of Teaching Birth – 12 years.
Following in her mothers footsteps, Bianca always knew she would work in Early Childhood Education and Care. She loves watching the children in her care grow and develop each day and says “there is nothing more rewarding than seeing a child learn with passion and wonder”.
Bianca believes developing meaningful relationships with children is paramount, and by providing them with a safe and secure environment, we can instil a sense of belonging. She also believes family and community involvement is essential for providing high quality education and care.
Bianca has over 8 years experience working in Early Childhood Education across a number of roles including Educational Leader, 2IC and Director. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree and is currently studying a Masters of Teaching Birth – 12 years.
Following in her mothers footsteps, Bianca always knew she would work in Early Childhood Education and Care. She loves watching the children in her care grow and develop each day and says “there is nothing more rewarding than seeing a child learn with passion and wonder”.
Bianca believes developing meaningful relationships with children is paramount, and by providing them with a safe and secure environment, we can instil a sense of belonging. She also believes family and community involvement is essential for providing high quality education and care.
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
- 4/120 Mulgoa Road Penrith, NSW, 2750
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Meet our Campus Director
Bianca Kirkland
Bianca has over 8 years experience working in Early Childhood Education across a number of roles including Educational Leader, 2IC and Director. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree and is currently studying a Masters of Teaching Birth – 12 years.
Following in her mothers footsteps, Bianca always knew she would work in Early Childhood Education and Care. She loves watching the children in her care grow and develop each day and says “there is nothing more rewarding than seeing a child learn with passion and wonder”.
Bianca believes developing meaningful relationships with children is paramount, and by providing them with a safe and secure environment, we can instil a sense of belonging. She also believes family and community involvement is essential for providing high quality education and care.
Bianca has over 8 years experience working in Early Childhood Education across a number of roles including Educational Leader, 2IC and Director. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree and is currently studying a Masters of Teaching Birth – 12 years.
Following in her mothers footsteps, Bianca always knew she would work in Early Childhood Education and Care. She loves watching the children in her care grow and develop each day and says “there is nothing more rewarding than seeing a child learn with passion and wonder”.
Bianca believes developing meaningful relationships with children is paramount, and by providing them with a safe and secure environment, we can instil a sense of belonging. She also believes family and community involvement is essential for providing high quality education and care.
Bianca Kirkland
Campus Director
Bianca has over 8 years experience working in Early Childhood Education across a number of roles including Educational Leader, 2IC and Director. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree and is currently studying a Masters of Teaching Birth – 12 years.
Following in her mothers footsteps, Bianca always knew she would work in Early Childhood Education and Care. She loves watching the children in her care grow and develop each day and says “there is nothing more rewarding than seeing a child learn with passion and wonder”.
Bianca believes developing meaningful relationships with children is paramount, and by providing them with a safe and secure environment, we can instil a sense of belonging. She also believes family and community involvement is essential for providing high quality education and care.
Here’s what our families have to say
Siobhan Brannigan 1690179854
Laura Hodge 1689927726
Chris Mousley 1689725298
cindy okaro 1689203300
Vicki Walker 1689125112
Huia Cooper 1688941686
Lisa M-M 1659935782
Philip Wood 1602467694
Gurpreet Kour 1516262799
Natasha Sutton 1511950942
Sara Witjes 1511810515
Anya Atcheson 1511772333
