Wahroonga Burdett St Childcare Campus Overview
Our purpose‑built Campus is intimate, warm and homely. We are located at 89 Burdett Street, Wahroonga, on the corner of Burdett Street and Palmerston Road, right next door to Hornsby Hospital and a short walk to Waitara Public School. Families can reach Waitara Station in 15 minutes or Hornsby Station in 17 minutes. With onsite parking available, families enjoy a safe and convenient drop‑off and pick‑up every visit. We are also a short walk from nearby bus stops that provide transport in both directions across the wider area.
Why Choose Our Wahroonga Burdett St Childcare Centre?
- Expansive Outdoor Play Areas — Two dedicated outdoor spaces in a shaded, natural environment where children have the freedom to explore, discover and lead their own play.
- Age‑Based Indoor Learning Rooms — Three age‑based indoor rooms designed to encourage learning and growth, with a strong focus on natural elements, safety and a calm ‘home away from home’ feel.
- Community Connections — Our Wahroonga childcare centre connects with the local community through excursions and activities that extend children’s interests. This includes regular visits to our neighbouring Only About Children Hornsby Campus and the local family‑owned café.
- 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.
- On-Site Nutrition Program: Fresh, seasonal meals and snacks prepared daily by in-house cooks using dietitian-designed menus.
- 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.
- All-inclusive Childcare Offering: Includes nappies, formula, bedding, sunscreen, and daily updates via our parent app.
- 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 Wahroonga Burdett St, 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.
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Where to find us
We are located at 89 Burdett Street Wahroonga, on the corner of Burdett Street and Palmerston Road, right next door to Hornsby Hospital and a short walk to Waitara Public School. We are a 15-minute walk to Waitara Station or a 17-minute walk to Hornsby Station. Our Wahroonga early learning centre has parking onsite so families can experience a safe drop off and pick up every visit. We are conveniently located a short walk from nearby bus stops that provide bus service to the wider area in both directions.
We have 2 childcare centres located in Wahroonga , please view our Wahroonga Campuses page to see more.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call today us on 138 622.
Wahroonga Burdett St Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Wahroonga Burdett 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 Wahroonga Burdett 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.
Wahroonga Burdett St Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our toddler program in Wahroonga Burdett 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 Wahroonga Burdett 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.
Wahroonga Burdett St Preschool (3-5 years)
Our Wahroonga Burdett 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 Wahroonga Burdett 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
Wahroonga Burdett St Campus Educators
Clare McEwan
Campus Director
At Only About Children Wahroonga Burdett Street we strive to foster holistic development. We achieve this through intentional and spontaneous experiences, small groups and primary care giving with guidance from the Early Years Learning Framework and the Oac Grow programs. We support and value interactions that are respectful, positive and nurturing. Ours is a warm, inclusive environment that builds a sense of belonging in all children through the meeting of physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs.
Clare McEwan
Campus Director
At Only About Children Wahroonga Burdett Street we strive to foster holistic development. We achieve this through intentional and spontaneous experiences, small groups and primary care giving with guidance from the Early Years Learning Framework and the Oac Grow programs. We support and value interactions that are respectful, positive and nurturing. Ours is a warm, inclusive environment that builds a sense of belonging in all children through the meeting of physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs.
At Only About Children Wahroonga Burdett Street we strive to foster holistic development. We achieve this through intentional and spontaneous experiences, small groups and primary care giving with guidance from the Early Years Learning Framework and the Oac Grow programs. We support and value interactions that are respectful, positive and nurturing. Ours is a warm, inclusive environment that builds a sense of belonging in all children through the meeting of physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs.
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
- 89 Burdett Street, Wahroonga, NSW, 2077
Important Information
Special Offer For Hornsby Hospital Staff
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
Clare McEwan
At Only About Children Wahroonga Burdett Street we strive to foster holistic development. We achieve this through intentional and spontaneous experiences, small groups and primary care giving with guidance from the Early Years Learning Framework and the Oac Grow programs. We support and value interactions that are respectful, positive and nurturing. Ours is a warm, inclusive environment that builds a sense of belonging in all children through the meeting of physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs.
At Only About Children Wahroonga Burdett Street we strive to foster holistic development. We achieve this through intentional and spontaneous experiences, small groups and primary care giving with guidance from the Early Years Learning Framework and the Oac Grow programs. We support and value interactions that are respectful, positive and nurturing. Ours is a warm, inclusive environment that builds a sense of belonging in all children through the meeting of physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs.
Clare McEwan
Campus Director
At Only About Children Wahroonga Burdett Street we strive to foster holistic development. We achieve this through intentional and spontaneous experiences, small groups and primary care giving with guidance from the Early Years Learning Framework and the Oac Grow programs. We support and value interactions that are respectful, positive and nurturing. Ours is a warm, inclusive environment that builds a sense of belonging in all children through the meeting of physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs.
