I'll try not to ramble, but I find that hard. This daycare has genuinely been the best decision our family has ever made for our child, and I'll try to explain why.<br><br>Looking for a daycare can be incredibly scary. You're handing over the care of your child to people who were complete strangers, and trusting them to keep your child safe, happy and cared for. I briefly tried mainstream daycares and never felt comfortable. As an anxious first-time, full-time stay-at-home dad, I was completely out of my depth, and I never felt like I was truly being heard or taken seriously when advocating for my child's safety and comfort, which is absolutely paramount to me.<br><br>That was until I found Montessori.<br><br>The waitlist was longer than expected, but it was more than worth it. Montessori is run by two sisters who have a genuine passion for making families feel safe, included, heard and respected, while providing the most nurturing and caring environment for children that I've ever seen. Every educator we've met has been absolutely lovely, and you can tell very quickly that this isn't just a job to them. They genuinely care about the children, get to know them as individuals, and want to help guide them into confident, kind and independent little humans.<br><br>What I love most is that the children aren't just cared for, they're respected. Their individual personalities, emotions, needs and boundaries are genuinely valued.<br><br>As a parent, that means everything to me.<br><br>I honestly couldn't be more grateful that we found Montessori. It has given me so much confidence and peace of mind as a parent, knowing my child is somewhere she is genuinely loved, understood and cared for. Our daughter is thriving!<br><br>This is how our children should be raised, and I incredibly grateful to have Montessori in our lives.

Never have I experienced such a beautiful community spirit than at Absorbent Minds. The educators are deeply supportive, caring, and dedicated to every child's growth. My child loves her time here, and as a parent, I couldn't be more grateful for such a nurturing environment.

Our family started with Absorbent Minds when they first opened in 2022, and our youngest has just finished his journey there in 2026. There are not enough words to describe how amazing this centre is. Every single staff member—administration, educators, chefs, cleaning, and maintenance staff—are incredible. For our family, it was important that our children received the very best start to their educational journey, and Absorbent Minds delivered that and so much more. Beyond education, it was important to know that our children were happy, safe, and genuinely cared for. It was such a blessing to know they were so deeply loved and that our family was always supported throughout our time there. Absorbent Minds is a place where children truly grow and flourish. We cannot speak more highly of this centre and the dedicated professionals who make it such a special place. We will always be grateful for the positive impact they have had on our children's lives.

We had an outstanding experience at Absorbent Minds. Our daughter attended from 1 year old all the way through to kinder. All of the educators were warm, genuinely caring and supportive of Montessori principles. We highly recommend this centre to new families. Thanks so much in particular to Heather, Trinity, Tiarni and Emily. Our daughter still talks about each of you with fond memories.

I find it hard to put into words just how incredible this centre is. AM became more than just a child care service to our child, it became a second home and her educators were her extended family. We loved every second of our time here and I would not ever hesitate to enrol a child here. We'll miss you all!

Absorbent Minds has been absolutely wonderful for our family. Our eldest started when he was around one and our youngest joined at six months old, so we have experienced all of the communities at the centre. Over the past few years, the team has genuinely cared for and guided our boys, supporting them to grow into the independent, confident and curious children they are today. Our eldest began Prep this year, and the way the educators at Absorbent Minds focus on practical life skills and real-world learning meant he was incredibly well prepared for the transition to school. Having experienced two other childcare centres before coming to Absorbent Minds, there is simply no comparison. We are so grateful for the dedication, care and support the team has shown our family and cannot thank them enough for everything they have done for our boys.

I don’t have enough words to express how grateful I am to Absorbent Minds. After a very difficult experience at a previous childcare centre, we arrived at Absorbent Minds feeling worried and unsure. My son was almost two and a half and still not speaking, and what we had lived before had been truly hard. From the first day, everything felt different here. And within a week, my child started using his words. I didn’t know much about the Montessori method at the time, but I immediately loved the environment, the facilities, and especially the teachers. It never felt like a “commercial” childcare centre. Knowing it is run by its owners, Anita and Natalie, made a big difference. They were always kind, welcoming, and very clear in their communication. Today, my son is ready to start prep, and I know he has very strong foundations thanks to everything he learned at Absorbent Minds. This place was not only my child’s childcare centre, it was a place that welcomed our whole family. The children are genuinely happy, playing freely with their friends and educators, sometimes so happy they forget you are even there to say goodbye. Leaving is a little bittersweet. I 100% recommend Absorbent Minds to any family looking for a caring, warm, and supportive place for their child. 💛💛💛

We've had both our children attend this childcare centre—our eldest before starting school and now our baby—and we couldn't be happier. The management is hands-on and clearly in touch with the day-to-day needs of families, and communication has always been clear, timely, and thoughtful. The educators and staff are not only well-trained but genuinely caring, creating a warm and supportive environment for the kids. We’ve always felt confident leaving our children in their care, and we’re truly grateful to have found a place we can trust.

Absolutely incredible! We were with the centre from the day they opened to the day our son moved onto Prep. Amazing staff, beautiful centre and such great support the whole way through. We are eternally grateful! - Kristen Vanderzalm

Couldn’t be happier with this place. How do you put a price on leaving your child knowing they are in the best hands for a fun day that teaches them life skills and a love of learning? The best!