Reddam Early Learning School - St Leonards

J H

Sep, 2025

Unfortunately, what was once a place my child loved changed after the departure of previous principal and her teacher in Stage1E. Our experience... Unfortunately, what was once a place my child loved changed after the departure of previous principal and her teacher in Stage1E. Our experience become distressing, and I want to share some of the issues we faced. I began noticing changes in my daughter's behaviour. She would suddenly say things like "Don't touch me" or "Santa Claus, don’t touch me". At the playground, she become very distressed if a male tried to help or carry her, often running away crying. Her anxiety increased noticeably whenever we were heading to Reddam, she cried at drop-off and pick-up, and eventually resisted leaving home, which was concerning because in the previous year she had loved going and was always happy o stay longer. Other issues we experienced included: * Regression in toilet training, although fully potty trained at 2 years old, she began having frequent accidents and had to return to nappies. * Forced nap time, despite not napping since 4 months old, she was required to lie down for 1.5 to 2 hours daily. * Unexplained injuries, she came home with scratches on her face on three consecutives occasions. The 1st time, I was told another child scratched her while washing hands. the next two times, no staff could explain what had happened. * Concerning staff behaviour, once, a new staff member told my daughter, "I see you don't want to stay here. I don't want to be here either, but what can we do?". On another occasion, I saw a teacher giving my daughter an upsetting look while she was lying on the floor quietly in a fetal position. These experiences left me feeling that the environment was no longer safe or supportive for my daughter, and ultimately decided to withdraw her from the centre. Read more

nan wang

Aug, 2024

Although the environment is new, the Educators are very disappointing, very indifferent and lacking in love. I really don't understand why we hire... Although the environment is new, the Educators are very disappointing, very indifferent and lacking in love. I really don't understand why we hire someone who doesn't love children to take care of them. Our children are not cared for and taken care of here. If you go on a tour, you will feel that there is no love here! Read more

Natasha Guterres

Jun, 2021

We love Reddam! The culture is warm and friendly, the teachers go above and beyond, and the curriculum prioritises play and learning that... We love Reddam! The culture is warm and friendly, the teachers go above and beyond, and the curriculum prioritises play and learning that is relevant to the children's interests. Our son has truly blossomed there. It has the security of a larger school with excellent standards and processes, yet it feels small in how the teachers care for the children and the atmosphere they create in the classroom. Read more

Megan Steele

Mar, 2021

I can’t imagine a better place to send my kid! The love and care with which Simone and all the teachers give is... I can’t imagine a better place to send my kid! The love and care with which Simone and all the teachers give is unparalleled. As kids get older, they develop a sophisticated curriculum to provide a well rounded learning experience and thoughtfully engaged student. They’ve got a great chef who cooks healthy food, several outdoor areas for the kids to play, their own parking garage to make pickup and drop off easier, a weekly newsletter and photos of your child, and so much more. Read more

Jack Li

Nov, 2020

My daughter spent 2 years here. She loves all the teachers and staff here! Especially Miss Maddie! Reddam has a very strong focus... My daughter spent 2 years here. She loves all the teachers and staff here! Especially Miss Maddie! Reddam has a very strong focus on discipline from young age and academic abilities in their curriculum. They are more than a “childcare”, they take care of my daughter and let her experience and explore different programs! Thank you! Read more

Elena Zhurman

Nov, 2019

The best option in the area. Everything is well organised. My child loves it! The day starts with running to the teacher and... The best option in the area. Everything is well organised. My child loves it! The day starts with running to the teacher and giving her a big hug! I do not regret a moment that I made the choice with Reddam ELS in St Leonards for my little one. The people in Reddam are real professionals at all levels. Read more

Shrikant Prasad

Feb, 2019

Amazing preschool and teachers. My kid has been going there for over a year now and she has developed a lot of new... Amazing preschool and teachers. My kid has been going there for over a year now and she has developed a lot of new skills. Highly recommended. Read more

Jinjin Weng

Jan, 2018

Excellent school! Well managed by the director Simone. Teachers work hard and are very friendly. Teaching program is well structured. My daughter had... Excellent school! Well managed by the director Simone. Teachers work hard and are very friendly. Teaching program is well structured. My daughter had been to three different childcares and this is the best. Read more