They begin as little ones in our arms, testing the waters and discovering new horizons. Before we know it, they're digging up sand into buckets and building their very own castles. This essence forms the practice at Sandcastles Childcare. We are committed to harnessing the individuality and creativity in each child.
We believe that children's learning and growth is best manifested through their exploration in structured playtime and nurtured social engagement. Our team's aim is to make a positive and valuable contribution to the Sandcastles family as well as the greater global community. We work closely with loving and caring families so Sandcastles children have the most enriching educational experience in their first budding years of life.
We believe that children's learning and growth is best manifested through their exploration in structured playtime and nurtured social engagement. Our team's aim is to make a positive and valuable contribution to the Sandcastles family as well as the greater global community. We work closely with loving and caring families so Sandcastles children have the most enriching educational experience in their first budding years of life.
Services
At Sandcastles we work to ensure that every child in our care has the best possible experience each and every day. We provide a caring, educational and happy environment. Sandcastles is a supportive and nurturing community, which involves the children, their families and caring educators. We are committed to providing quality education and care.
At our centres, we offer an active and exciting kindergarten or preschool program with passionate Early Childhood Teachers, the convenience of meals and extended hours to fit in with your busy days. You may also be eligible for up to 36 hours of funding with your Child Care Subsidy! Our kindergarten and preschool program is the perfect way to support your child's school readiness in an exciting, engaging way.
It's hard to know what to expect when you're first enrolling in childcare. So to make it easier for you, we've created a parent handbook for you to view online or print out to read later.
The parent handbook contains lots of helpful information about what to expect from childcare, what to bring on your child's first day and other useful information such as links to government sites with information about the CCS and any benefits you may be entitled to.If you require any further information, please feel free to call or drop in to any one of our centres to discuss your needs with the Centre Manager or any of our educators.
The parent handbook contains lots of helpful information about what to expect from childcare, what to bring on your child's first day and other useful information such as links to government sites with information about the CCS and any benefits you may be entitled to.If you require any further information, please feel free to call or drop in to any one of our centres to discuss your needs with the Centre Manager or any of our educators.
It's based on the national curriculum mandated by the Federal Government in the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). It offers a more thorough coverage of certain parts of the EYLF to ensure all of our children are as prepared for school as they possibly can be. We work hard with the local primary schools in the areas in which we operate to make certain that what the schools want in terms of preparedness for school is a major focus for us.
The Government Child Care Subsidy (CCS) aims to make early learning more affordable; however, we understand it's not always easy to navigate. Our ultimate purpose is to ensure our families have all the tools and information at their disposal to feel confident in their children's journey in early childhood education.
Reviews (10)
Racquel Bridge
Jan 24, 2022
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Sacha Webster
Jun 28, 2021
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I am very happy to provide a 5 star review of Sandcastles after almost 8 years being a parent member of the community. Over that period, there have been several changes in management and structure. What has been maintained is outstanding teaching staff, lovely resources and an abundance of outside space. The chickens, the warmth, the friendliness and the delicious food are all excellent. I am grateful for the love and care my sons have received at Sandcastles.
Brayden Johnson
Jun 17, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
My son has been going here for over 2 years and he absolutely loves it. My 2nd child started 5 months ago also and is learning so much. The care the educators provide is outstanding and the director is amazing. I feel so at ease dropping my kids here. Highly Recommended!
My son has been going here for over 2 years and he absolutely loves it. My 2nd child started 5 months ago also and is learning so much. The care the educators provide is outstanding and the director is amazing. I feel so at ease dropping my kids here. Highly Recommended!
Camilla Barklem
Jun 16, 2021
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We've been with this centre for 3 years and have just started my second child. They listen to every concern and could not have been more supportive of my transition back to work. I have the same staff who cared for my eldest now caring for my youngest, having that connection is pretty special when you don't have an extended family to help. The centre itself is really homely and well set out with a big outdoor space, the food is cooked on site and the kids get to help out with the chickens and the garden.
Anjana Mistry
Jul 09, 2020
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All I would like to Say Sandcastle has been a wonderful centre; I came from Mona Vale Early Childcare Centre for a temporary move which should have been 8 wks now its been 7 months +. To some of the reviews which are not great, “I disagree and agree for different situations”
For me personally all the staff are amazing as well as the Centre Manager, I have noticed since my time the Centre Manager has taken on a massive challenge, she has not only have to manage her centre but also take on another centre (staff and children and parent). I have had some issues since moving over which is due to
For me personally all the staff are amazing as well as the Centre Manager, I have noticed since my time the Centre Manager has taken on a massive challenge, she has not only have to manage her centre but also take on another centre (staff and children and parent). I have had some issues since moving over which is due to
Mick Tobin
Aug 08, 2019
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Was a fantastic centre up until 6 months ago when the new centre manager took over. I haven't received daily updates on my children's daily activities for months. Try and ring the area manager and it just gets palmed back to the centre manager, which results in the same outcome. Very poorly run now when it comes to the manager hiring staff when needed. I have had to stay with my children early in the morning until extra teachers arrive as the centre manager has not arranged enough staff to begin with. Pretty poor when a parent has to stay to make up the numbers of the teachers. The rest of the
Ash Gould
Aug 05, 2019
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Unfortunately the centre has rapidly gone down hill . the teachers are amazing and took great care of my son over the time he was there the area manager was also great and helped out with my concerns but unfortunately the general management and higher up let the team down and caused the centre to be one I would no longer recommend I have just edited my 5 star rating and it's such a shame because the centre was one I adored and couldn't recommend highly enough hopefully the owners stop being greedy and listen to the concerns of the families. This is not a reflection on the beautiful teachers who
Kylie Stay
Jul 07, 2018
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Sarah Short
Dec 28, 2017
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Emma Darlison
Oct 03, 2017
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