West Ryde Early Learning Centre

87-89 Parkes Street, West Ryde, NSW, 2114

5.0 Average score

58 Reviews

7:00AM to 6:00PM

Licensed for 87 Children

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Offer - Receive up to $500 Fee Discount for New Enrolments*

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West Ryde Early Learning Centre highlights

Our centre proudly offers the NSW Government-approved Preschool program as part of our enhanced learning program. Our Preschool program supports your child's learning, development and well-being, to help ensure a successful transition to school. 
At the heart of our centre is our longstanding and passionate team of educators and teachers, that have been part of the West Ryde Family for several years.
Our community engagement program encourages our children to interact with and discover their local community. We often welcome visits from community services and adventure outside the centre on excursions that complement and enhance their learning experiences.

Welcome to West Ryde Early Learning Centre

We are conveniently located for families in or commuting through West Ryde, Denistone, Minchinbury, and Ryde.

We offer nurturing care and quality early education for children from 6 weeks to 6 years, with flexible hours (9, 10, 11, and 12-hour sessions) to suit busy families.

Our Learning Environments

Our children benefit from familiar faces as they grow, creating a sense of continuity:

Nursery (0-2 years): A safe, nurturing environment for babies to explore with tailored sensory and social experiences.
Toddler (2-3 years): Play-based learning encourages curiosity, confidence, and social skills.
Preschool (3-6 years): A stimulating learning environment that prepares our children for school through our Enhanced Learning Program.

We’re proud to have qualified teachers and educators, supported by a team of national education experts, ensuring the highest quality childcare and early education.

Innovative Early Learning Programs

Our teachers deliver the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF or the national curriculum) through play-based learning that covers language, literacy, numeracy, STEM, social, and emotional development. Our program also includes:

Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR), an evidence-based program developed by Queensland University of Technology to support children’s executive function and self-regulation.
Environmental and social sustainability learning experiences.
Personalised learning plans for each child.
Local school connections.

We focus on strong family partnerships through regular learning and development conversations with your child’s lead educator, learning showcases, and in-centre family events. Our Xplor app provides real-time updates and learning summaries daily to keep you informed on your child’s journey.

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Book a live tour at this carefully curated childcare centre and embark on the journey for your child’s growth and development

Offer - Receive up to $500 Fee Discount for New Enrolments*

It’s the perfect time to join our centre and experience the difference at Early Learning Services West Ryde.

We are excited to offer new families up to $500 fee discount for new enrolments!*

Speak to our team today for more information.

*Terms and Conditions:
Available from 9 June 2025 to each new child enrolling before 31 October 2025 (or later at our discretion)
for families choosing a minimum of 2 days of care per week. The discount will be applied as a $100
reduction to the gross fee for the first 5 days of attendance (totalling $500 in gross fee reductions). This
offer applies only to the gross fee before Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is applied. Gap fees must still be paid
in accordance with CCS requirements. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other discounts
or offers applied to the same days and is subject to availability of places on your preferred days at the time
enrolment is confirmed.

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Kindergarten/Preschool Programs About the Curriculum Health and Nutrition Meet the team

Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Our centre offers the NSW Government-approved "Start Strong" Preschool Program, providing 600 hours of quality preschool education annually for children aged 3–5 years. This program includes fee relief funding to make early childhood education more affordable for families.

Our Enhanced Learning Program for Preschool children focuses on:

Numeracy & Literacy: Developing key skills for lifelong learning.
Self-Regulation: Fostering emotional control and resilience.
Social & Emotional Development: Supporting independence and building healthy relationships.
Creativity & Problem-Solving: Encouraging curiosity and critical thinking.

With extended hours and a year-round program (excluding public holidays), our Preschool program is delivered by qualified Early Childhood Teachers committed to supporting your child’s individual development.

Additional Benefits Include:

Government subsidy: Further reduces out-of-pocket Preschool fees in addition to your eligible Childcare Subsidy (CCS).
Personalised Learning Plans: Tailored to your child’s unique needs.
Rhythm and Resilience Program: Music and movement to improve emotional regulation.
School Readiness: Preparing your child for a smooth transition to school.

We also engage with local schools and provide transition statements, ensuring your child feels confident and prepared for the next steps in their education journey. Stay connected with your child’s progress via our Xplor platform, which offers regular updates on their learning and development.

About the Curriculum

“Let the child be the scriptwriter, director and the actor in their own play” - Magda Gerber

Nursery Space: 6 weeks – 2 years

Learning starts from before birth, and our Educators have created a welcoming and nurturing nursery environment where each baby feels safe to explore and discover new things - through their senses, their communication and cues (body language, facial expression and sounds) and through experimentation. On any given day you can see the nursery children engaging in all types of play including sensory play, music time, story time and more. Every day provides a brand new, exciting adventure for our babies to support their development, learning and wellbeing.

Toddler Space: 2 - 3 years

Our teachers and educators encourage the children to learn through play to help enhance their sensory-motor development. This happens through carefully planned music, dance, games, role playing and reading experiences.

On any given day the Toddlers can be seen developing their numeracy by building a tower, sorting objects, pointing and identifying shapes and patterns and participating in counting songs and games.

Children in our toddler space are encouraged to participate in group play. Group play is important as it helps our toddlers develop important social skills such as, turn-taking, developing self-confidence and emotional self-regulation. Our skilled team helps children through talking, planning and role modelling.

Preschool Space: 3 – 6 years

Preschool is a unique time for learning with peers and developing skills for later learning including confidence and curiosity, important skills for starting school. Our play-based program has school readiness at its core, encouraging active engagement in learning and supporting a range of positive developmental outcomes including resilience, independence, critical thinking and creativity.

The oral language supports literacy learning and a child’s oral language ability is the best predictor for later success in learning to read and write. Hearing the sounds within a language is the first critical step for all literacy learning. Our team supports our Preschool children's literacy development by engaging in rich discussions, reading, storytelling, dramatic play and experimentation all of which introduce new vocabulary as part of everyday conversations.

Throughout the Preschool year, children use their language to share ideas, ask questions, express themselves, and connect with peers and adults in social settings.

Social-emotional skills, including the ability to self-regulate emotions, are supported through group learning experiences. Our team supports each child’s social and emotional development by labelling and talking about emotions and supporting appropriate responses as together, they engage in new and challenging situations. Our goal in the Preschool year is to prepare children and families for a smooth transition to primary school.

Meet the team

Hi my name is Ellie, and I am the Centre Manager here at West Ryde Early Learning Centre. I started working in early learning in 2008. I joined the team at West Ryde Early Learning Centre in 2024. I hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and I am currently studying my Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (Birth - 5years).

From an early age I had a burning passion for early childhood education and care. Entering the industry straight out of high school I never looked back. Throughout my career I have adopted a holistic approach that values and respects the uniqueness and individualism of each child. A moto I hold close to my heart is that “today's children are tomorrows leaders”.

I view each child as capable and resourceful. Provided with optimal learning conditions, there are endless opportunities for their growth and development. I believe through a play-based approach, children can resource their own learning and make sense of the world around them. Our role as educators is to ensure we are attuned to each child's individual strengths, interests, and emerging skills. We set up provocations that promote children's natural instincts to be curious, inquire and learn.

Early childhood education services are purpose-built facilities that are designed to ensure children are afforded optimal opportunities to engage in educational programs. The well-trained educators who work alongside children each day have a passion to support children's growth and development. The Early Years Learning Framework guides educators’ practices and they have been devised to ensure that during a child's critical period of brain development (birth-5years) that scaffolding and supporting education and learning is at the forefront of every educator's daily practice.

At West Ryde Early Learning Centre, we have a diverse team of experienced and qualified educators, some of whom have been part of our family for more than 10 years. We are lucky to have 3 Bachelor qualified Early Childhood Teachers who support the educational programs in our service. Our team are all committed and dedicated to working with children and pride themselves on their relationships with the children and families within our service.

I develop strong relationships with my families by prioritising time to engage in open, honest lines of communication with them on a regular basis. I believe in the power of face-to-face conversations. I make sure any areas of concern are addressed promptly and efficiently to ensure all families feel valued and respected within our service.

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Jina Kim

Sep, 2025

Really happy with the centre so far! The educators are caring and experienced, and Ellie, the centre manager, is very hands-on with the... Read more

Emily G

Jun, 2025

We are truly grateful to every teacher at this centre — they are attentive, patient, and make our child feel happy and safe... Read more

Gina

Jun, 2025

We are so excited to be joining the West Ryde Early Learning Centre community! Although we’ve only just started with a few orientation... Read more

Response from the owner 05 Jun 2025

Hello Gina, We’re so grateful for your 5-star review! It’s fantastic to hear that your son absolutely loves the animals at the centre and that the team has created such a vibrant and stimulating space for children to explore and grow. Thank you for being a part of our early learning community and for sharing your positive experience with us. Best regards, The Early Learning Services Team

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