Sustainable Play Preschool
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Sustainable Play Preschool Centre overview
We provide high-quality education and care for children aged 2-6 years, in the Lake Macquarie and Newcastle area. We are a small day care centre with sustainability at the heart of our mission, teaching children environmentally friendly and regenerative routines through our play-based, child-led educational curriculum. We encourage nature play and connection with the natural world through our bush kindy program, nature crafting and garden to table lessons. Children are invited to spend as much time outdoors as they would like in our large outdoor environments. We offer weekly music classes, art activities, heavy work opportunities, risky play, sensory play, STEM activities, and more - all while our educators care for your child using the RIE respectful caregiving approach that values connection and the child's agency. Our preschoolers and staff eat from our award winning plant-based menu of meals and snacks, made fresh daily. Our team is passionate about child empowerment, respectful caregiving and teaching the next generation that they can make a positive impact in the world.
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Location
40 Nelson StreetBarnsley, NSW, 2278
Centre Reviews

Sending your child to preschool is a big deal and as a parent you worry things aren’t as good as they seem, at... Sending your child to preschool is a big deal and as a parent you worry things aren’t as good as they seem, at Sustainable Play there is no worry at all. My child, from day 1 here, amidst major upheaval in our lives, has just thrived here and felt so comfortable. The educators are gentle with the kids, put the kids needs above all, and just generally make this preschool the magical, special place that it is. It is just the most beautiful, caring & nurturing centre and I am so very thankful that my child has the opportunity to attend. Read more
Just a big shout out to the educators at sustainable play Des Tammy lily All three educators have been beyond our wildest expectations... Just a big shout out to the educators at sustainable play Des Tammy lily All three educators have been beyond our wildest expectations with our daughter. After her and I being together for the last 2 years I was a little nervous about putting her in daycare but they have been beyond accommodating with her care from her being shy at the beginning and a little fussy with the food they have all worked around her always ensuring she feels the same warmth and love that she gets at home this has helped our daughter transition beautifully she now loves going to daycare and will often tell me upon pickup about her day How she played with Tammy in the sandpit or sang songs with des or played with lily She will then tell me all the things she's looking forward to doing next time she's at daycare and they always involve her 3 favourite educators She's has blossomed at sustainable play and it is all thanks to these 3 for making her feel so comfortable and so well looked after her father and I love seeing the updates and we really appreciate the extra mile the educators have gone for our daughter Good educators are a gem in themselves and we are so thankful to all 3. Read more
Thank you Ainslee for this beautiful review :). We so appreciate the feedback from your family and we have passed on your special shoutout to Des, Tammy and Lily! It has been our team's pleasure to help you and your daughter settle into Preschool here. It can be a difficult challenge to find the right fit and we are so glad you are finding that with us. We absolutely agree on how important it is to have consistent Educators and an open line of communication with our parents. Please continue to share feedback with us and thank you for being a part of our preschool community!
Thank you educators and the admin team for providing such a nurturing, natural and home like environment for my little one. As an... Thank you educators and the admin team for providing such a nurturing, natural and home like environment for my little one. As an early childhood teacher, I knew what I was looking for in a learning environment and have loved Sustainable Play from day one. From bush kindy, garden to plate and mud play experiences, she has thrived in an environment that focuses on holistic care and experiences. The fact she is never sick is a testament to the cleaning of the centre and the care taken in all areas to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children. The vegan menu provides whole foods and exposure to lots of different nutrient rich menu items. Would recommend to anyone and everyone!! Read more
Thank you Charlotte for your kind words. We really value your feedback and recommendation!