Give your children the best start in life with the help of the qualified early childhood teachers at TLC Early Learning Centre. As on of the best pre-schools in Port Stephens, all of our teachers and staff are highly qualified and trained for giving your kids the best learning experience possible. Our baby childcare programmes cater to all your kid's needs, from 0-5 years learning and care to early years learning frame works and school readiness, our learning centre does it all. We also offer family support and we can cater to any special needs your children may have. For ease of mind, all meals are supplied and we run the Munch n' Move program everyday as part of our physical education program. We have iPads and computers in rooms and all of our staff upgrade and keep up-to-date with their qualifications, so your children are getting the best education possible. As the winner of the 2013 Port Stephens Examiner Business Awards and the finalist in 2012, it's no wonder locals rely on us to educate and look after their children. You will feel at ease leaving your children in our safe hands. Our staff have trained for every situation including completing, asthma, anaphylaxis and first aid training courses. Want to find out more? Then contact TLC Early Learning Centre in Port Stephens and talk to our qualified staff today.

Five Star Family Day is a community based not-for-profit Family Day Care Service operating for over 30 years in the Hunter region. Five Star Family Day Care is committed to ensuring that your children receive the best possible care in a safe, nurturing environment by providing personalised education & care in safe, home environments - a positive alternative to the traditional centre-based care. Here at Five Star Family Day Care, we believe there are five core values at the heart of quality Family Day Care: Nurturing home environment Recognising the child as an individual Enriched learning & education programs Social interactions in a family group setting Secure attachments with an educator of your choice Our Service is a not for profit community based organisation. Our scheme is run by a management committee formed by parents, staff, educators and community members. Our educators & families are linked through our co-ordination unit based in Metford. Our Coordination Unit consists of early childhood qualified staff. Our Coordination Unit plays a pivotal role in managing & supporting Educators to provide their educational home based child care service. We provide resources & training, ensuring the services operate within legislated guidelines. Your children are given every opportunity to develop their personalities, social skills & value systems in a safe, family-oriented, educational & caring environment. We recognise that each child has their own unique personality that requires individual attention & care. Based on small, safe home environments that encourage learning in a friendly, supportive culture, we are committed to ensure that each and every child has an opportunity to shine! We understand the educator's role in helping your child to grow and learn. We facilitate individual learning experiences in play-based environments focusing on & extending children's interests & development. Find your local educator today & look for our vacancies.

Fairyland Preschool has for more than 30 years been focusing on school-readiness for 2-6 year olds and providing outstanding education and care programs. Our childcare preschool in Barnsley maintains strong links with local schools. We take part in excursions to local schools to celebrate events throughout the year. In the well organised, nurturing and stable environment of our Newcastle preschool only 25 placements a day and high educator-to-child ratios our educators can give your child individual attention. Your child will also enjoy our outdoor play area. Shaded by beautiful mature trees, the many natural play spaces provide a wonderful, private environment for children to explore and develop motor skills. We also provide before- and after-school care for kids at the surrounding local schools. At Fairyland PreSchool, you pay for the hours of care required either short or long day. We are not open on public holidays, and unlike some, do not charge for them. SPECIAL OFFER FOR 4 YEAR OLD CHILDREN - DON'T PAY FULL FEES ELSEWHERE If your child is 4 years old and attending school 2020 and you are a non-working mum you may not qualify for CCS due to your hours of activity/work. We are offering an 8 hour attendance day on either Monday and/or Friday for a reduced price. You will still qualify for your CCS % (if eligible under Centrelink guidelines) Don't pay for a 12 hour day!!!! Call now to find out more. Places are limited.

East Maitland Preschool operates two not-for-profit preschools servicing the East Maitland area. Please see our website for further information, contacts and our waiting list form. East Maitland Preschool (Brunswick Street) 96 Brunswick Street, East Maitland. East Maitland Preschool (George Street) 137 George Street, East Maitland We provide a play-based learning program based upon the Early Years Learning Framework, which is delivered by Qualified Early Childhood Teachers and Qualified Educators. Our emphasis is on creating a sense of belonging and encouraging children to extend on their interests, knowledge and abilities through play, reflections, listening, questioning and collaboration. We promote a positive transition to school and a lifelong love of learning. Our George St Preschool has operated from it's current location since 1956 and caters for 30 children a day. Our homelike environment welcomes children and is adaptable to their needs. Our indoor spaces are full of opportunities to explore books, art, construction, role play plus lots more. Outdoors we have beautiful natural spaces for exploring and creating, and gardens for nurturing and growing. Our Brunswick St Preschool has operated since 1975 and caters for a total of 40 children a day We have a wonderful large outdoor area with open spaces for running, a climbing fort, large covered sandpit and native gardens to explore. Inside is beautifully organised to provide opportunities for art, literacy, constructing, negotiating and creating. We encourage all families to complete a waiting list form before their child's 3rd birthday to avoid disappointment. We cater for children in East Maitland, Ashtonfield, Tenambit, Metford, Maitland, Thornton, Chisholm, Morpeth, Raworth and surrounding areas.